​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 1, 2026 ​AGARTALA: The CPI(M) Tripura State Committee observe the 137th International Workers’ Solidarity Day today with a series of commemorative events at the party’s state headquarters, the Melarmath Dasharath Deb Bhavan. This year’s May Day holds significant weight as the party seeks to galvanize the working class amidst shifting political and economic landscapes in the state. ​The central program in Agartala will be marked by the traditional hoisting of the red flag, followed by a tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the historic eight-hour workday movement. ​A…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 1, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Marking the occasion of International Workers’ Solidarity Day, a spirited Prabhat Pheri (morning procession) was organized in the Jogendranagar area of the capital today. Despite the overcast skies and the threat of inclement weather, a large number of workers and activists gathered to commemorate the historic struggle of the working class and to voice their demands for social and economic justice. ​The rally, organized under the banner of the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU), traversed the main thoroughfares of Jogendranagar, with participants raising slogans for labor rights…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | May 1, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Undeterred by the severe weather conditions and the prevailing “Red Alert” in the state, the Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) successfully observed May Day at the Battala point in Agartala today. Despite heavy downpours and gusty winds that have disrupted normal life across West Tripura, party members and labor activists gathered to hoist the red flag and reaffirm their commitment to the rights of the working class. ​The program was part of a state-wide call by SUCI (C) to honor the martyrs of the 1886 Haymarket affair…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 20, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Tensions reached a breaking point at the Bhagat Singh Yuva Abas today as a visit by BJP State President Rajib Bhattacharjee took an ugly turn. The facility, which is currently housing hundreds of BJP workers who allegedly fled their homes in the hills due to fear of Tipra Motha intimidation, became a scene of chaos when a section of the displaced workers turned their anger toward the media. ​The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from the journalistic fraternity in Tripura, highlighting the volatile atmosphere following the recent TTAADC…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 13, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Emphasizing the pivotal role of women in nation-building, a state-level seminar titled “Shaktishali Nari, Shaktishali Bharat” (Strong Women, Strong India) was held at the Muktadhara Auditorium in Agartala yesterday. The event, organized by the Tripura Pradesh Mahila Morcha, saw the participation of top state leadership, including Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who reiterated the government’s commitment to “Women-Led Development.” ​The seminar served as a platform to discuss the socio-political impact of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Women’s Reservation Act) and other central schemes designed to empower women at…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 13, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Seeking immediate intervention against the rising instances of workplace harassment, the Shramajibi Nari Samanyaya Coordination Committee (Working Women’s Coordination Committee) submitted a formal deputation to the Joint Director of Secondary Education at Shiksha Bhavan today. The move comes as a direct response to a shocking incident where a female teacher was allegedly physically and verbally assaulted at the prestigious Umakanta Academy English Medium School. ​The delegation, comprising several women leaders and social activists, raised slogans demanding the protection of dignity for female employees in the education sector. ​The…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 13, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Immediately following the conclusion of the high-stakes TTAADC (ADC) General Elections, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has convened a crucial organizational meeting today. The session is currently underway at the BJP State Headquarters in Agartala, involving top-tier leadership and key election strategists. ​The meeting comes at a critical juncture as the state transitions from a heated campaign phase to the high-security “waiting period” before the counting of votes. ​Post-Poll Assessment and Analysis ​While the official agenda remains behind closed doors, party insiders suggest that the Chief Minister is…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 13, 2026 ​AGARTALA: The Ila Bhattacharjee Memorial Auditorium in Badharghat Matripalli, a vital community resource for local residents, has fallen into a state of severe neglect due to an apparent engineering failure. Despite being a relatively modern facility, the community hall is currently being “washed away” during routine rainfall, causing extensive damage to expensive furniture and infrastructure. ​The crisis is reportedly a result of a major structural flaw in the recent extension of the building, which has left the local community and their elected representatives in a state of deep frustration.…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 13, 2026 ​AGARTALA: For the fish-loving population of Tripura, this year’s Bengali New Year (Poila Baisakh) comes with a pinch of disappointment. The highly coveted Padma Hilsa from Bangladesh will be missing from the festive spread, as the neighboring country has maintained its strict ban on Hilsa exports outside of the Durga Puja season. ​With no fresh consignments arriving through the Akhaura Integrated Check Post, local fish enthusiasts are having to settle for Hilsa imported from Burma and Myanmar, though traders warn that the prices will remain “beyond the reach” of…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 12, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Following the conclusion of the high-stakes TTAADC polling, Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarma visited the Abhiram Moakmu School polling precinct to share his reflections on the electoral process. Amidst a massive gathering of supporters and media personnel, the royal scion-turned-leader provided his initial reactions to the turnout and the overall conduct of the “battle for the hills.” ​His visit to the Abhiram Moakmu School area was seen as a significant move to boost the morale of the ground-level workers as the ballot boxes were transitioned to the…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 12, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In the decisive battle for the 14-Bodhjung Nagar-Wakinagar constituency, Tipra Motha candidate Runiel Debbarma exercised his franchise today at the Kumari Bil JB School polling station. Debbarma, whose campaign has centered on the “Greater Tipraland” demand and indigenous rights, was seen interacting with voters in long queues before casting his vote during the morning hours. ​The Bodhjung Nagar-Wakinagar seat is considered a high-stakes zone in the 2026 TTAADC General Elections, which saw a massive state-wide voter turnout of over 81% by the close of polls at 4:00 PM…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 11, 2026 ​AGARTALA: A vibrant rally was organized at the Lake Chowmuhani Market today as the newly formed Provisional Committee and local traders came together to express their gratitude to Mayor Dipak Majumder. The march followed the Mayor’s recent decisive action to dissolve the previous market committee, which had faced numerous allegations of mismanagement and corruption. ​The atmosphere at the market was one of celebration, with traders claiming that the administrative overhaul has brought a sense of relief and security to the business community. ​A Stand Against “Syndicate Raj” ​Following the…