​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 28, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a vibrant celebration aimed at honoring, preserving, and showcasing the rich cultural legacy and historic contributions of the indigenous communities, the Janajati Garima Utsav (Tribal Pride Festival) was celebrated with immense grandeur today. The state-level commemorative convention was hosted at the Pragna Bhavan auditorium in Agartala. ​The prestigious event was graced by the Governor of Tripura, Indrasena Reddy Nallu, who attended as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by Tribal Welfare Minister Bikash Debbarma, along with a galaxy of senior administrative officials, cultural researchers, and indigenous community…

​By Civic & Infrastructure Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Severe public resentment exploded onto the streets of Khayerpur constituency on Wednesday as furious local residents staged a massive road protest over prolonged civic neglect. The flare-up occurred in the Kashipur Cooperative area under Ward No. 9, where even a brief spell of pre-monsoon rain completely submerged the locality, trapping hundreds of families inside their homes. ​Lashing out directly at their local representative, MLA Ratan Chakraborty, angry residents alleged that despite him being in power for nearly eight years, the regional administration has completely failed to…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Spiritual fervor and rigorous logistical preparations have gripped the capital city as members of the Muslim community finalize arrangements for Eid-ul-Adha (the Festival of Sacrifice), scheduled to be celebrated across the state tomorrow, Thursday. ​Massive cleaning operations, structural decoration, and boundary-mapping drives are underway at the city’s premier religious hubs, most notably at the historic Gedu Mia Mosque in Shibnagar and the Town Central Mosque (Town Jama Masjid), to accommodate thousands of devotees for the early morning Eid prayers (Namaz). ​Extensive Infrastructure Management at Historic Hubs ​With the…

​By Cultural Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Setting the stage for a grand celebration of art, literature, and heritage in the capital city, a formal press conference was organized today at the Agartala Press Club by the organizing committee of ‘Kavyarag 1.0’, an initiative presented by Insight Learning. ​Addressing media professionals at the briefing, Saptadip Ghosh Banik, a key representative of the organizing platform, unveiled the complete event layout and schedules for their upcoming annual cultural festival. ​The mega cultural convention is scheduled to take place on May 30, 2026, at the prestigious Rabindra Satabarshiki…

​By Political Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Reaffirming its core political agenda ahead of the upcoming electoral cycles, the Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) organized its central Master Committee (MCC) Conference on Wednesday. The high-level internal conclave was hosted at the Dasarath Deb Smriti Bhavan located in the Supari Bagan area of Agartala. ​The organizational conference saw the presence of top-tier party ideologues, including IPFT President Prem Kumar Reang, General Secretary and Cabinet Minister Shukla Charan Noatia, and General Secretary Swapan Debbarma, alongside central committee representatives from various sub-divisions. ​The proceedings commenced with the…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a proactive move to eliminate foodborne health hazards and guarantee strict compliance with public health standards, the State Food Safety Department launched a series of comprehensive surprise inspection raids across various restaurants, sweet shops, and fast-food eateries in Agartala today. ​The enforcement drive was led directly by the department’s Designated Officer, Dr. Amartya Debnath, alongside a specialized team of food safety inspectors and civic enforcement personnel. ​During the extensive drive, the officials thoroughly inspected kitchen premises, storage units, and manufacturing sections of several prominent food establishments to…

​By Legal Affairs Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 27, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Heating up the political and professional atmosphere within the state’s legal corridors, the Lawyers’ Development Forum (Ainjibi Unnayan Mancha) has officially announced its complete panel of candidates for the upcoming prestigious Bar Association Elections. The strategic move positions the progressive legal collective as a major contender in the high-stakes institutional race. ​Flanked by a large gathering of veteran advocates, legal researchers, and young bar members, the leadership of the forum declared their slate of candidates, vowing to challenge the status quo and introduce far-reaching structural changes to…

​By Cultural Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 26, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Marking the birth anniversary of the legendary Bidrohi Kobi (Rebel Poet) Kazi Nazrul Islam, a vibrant socio-cultural assembly was jointly organized in Agartala today. The commemorative event was hosted under the collective banner of the All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO), the All India Democratic Youth Organisation (AIDYO), and the All India Mahila Sanskritik Sanghatan (AIMSS) at the busy Post Office Choumuhani intersection. ​Members, student activists, and cultural workers of the three fraternal organizations gathered around a beautifully decorated portrait of the poet, offering floral tributes to honor…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 26, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Commemorating five years of dedicated service to veterans and the local community, the All Force Ex-Servicemen Welfare Society organized a comprehensive medical health camp and an interactive seminar on Tuesday. The twin commemorative events were hosted at Gorkhabasti in Agartala to mark the organization’s 5th Foundation Day. ​The welfare drive was inaugurated by West Tripura District Magistrate & Collector Dr. Vishal Kumar, who attended as the Chief Guest to support the defense veterans, retired paramilitary personnel, and their families. ​A Multi-Specialty Medical Shield for Veterans and Locals ​The…

​By Crime & Legal Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 26, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a major judicial development that has sent ripples through the state’s legal and social circles, the High Court of Tripura today clean-acquitted two primary convicts—Sumit Banik and Sumit Chowdhury—in the sensational and highly publicized Bodhisatwa Das murder case. ​The division bench of the High Court overturned the previous life imprisonment verdict issued by the lower court, citing a lack of conclusive evidence linking the duo to the fatal assault. Following the crucial order, Senior Defense Counsel Subrata Sarkar briefed journalists extensively on the High Court…

​By Business & Financial Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 26, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a major push to accelerate financial inclusion and expand credit access across the state, the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) successfully hosted a mega Credit Outreach Program today. The high-profile financial conclave was held at the auditorium of Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala. ​The convention was graced by M. Nagaraju, IAS, Secretary of the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, Government of India, who flew into the capital to anchor the centralized credit disbursement evaluation. ​The landmark event commenced with the auspicious lighting…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 25, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Activists of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal have announced a field enforcement drive to monitor cattle transport and prevent cow slaughter. Taking an active stance ahead of the upcoming festive season, the West Tripura district units of the VHP and Bajrang Dal jointly submitted a formal memorandum-cum-deputation to the Superintendent of Police (SP) of West Tripura district today. ​The organizational delegation met with the district police chief to explicitly demand a comprehensive and watertight monitoring mechanism to ensure that no cows or cattle are illegally…