The annual Gariya Festival, one of the most celebrated festivals among the people, is being organized in various locations across the state including Agartala, Advisor Chowmuhani, and other places. The Gariya Festival is a cultural event that showcases the rich heritage and traditions of the region. This year, the festival is expected to attract a large number of participants and spectators who will be treated to a variety of cultural performances, traditional music and dance, local cuisine, and handicrafts. The festival will also feature competitions, games, and activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Organizers of the Gariya Festival…

The Tripura Joint Entrance Examination for higher technical education admissions will be held on April 23rd across 15 centers, with 5296 candidates participating. Tripura to Hold Joint Entrance Exam on April 23rd The Tripura Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) for admission to higher technical educational institutions in the state is scheduled to take place on April 23rd. According to a statement from the Tripura Joint Entrance Examination Board (TJEEB), a total of 5296 candidates will appear for the exam this year, distributed across 15 centers. The candidate breakdown includes 2515 boys and 2781 girls. The statement further details the subject group…

Three Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman, were apprehended at Agartala Railway Station in a joint operation, suspected of being part of a human trafficking or illegal immigration network. Joint Operation Leads to Arrests at Agartala Station A joint operation conducted by Tripura’s intelligence department, the Government Railway Police (GRP), the Railway Protection Force (RPF), and the Border Security Force (BSF) on April 19 resulted in the arrest of three Bangladeshi nationals at Agartala Railway Station. Preliminary investigations indicate that the three individuals entered India illegally and intended to travel onward to southern states by train via Kolkata. Authorities suspect their…

Tripura aims to complete river embankment repairs by June, amidst concerns raised by locals and a legislator about alleged illegal construction by Bangladesh near the border. Tripura Aims to Finish Embankment Repairs by June Tripura has set a deadline of June to complete all maintenance and construction work on its river embankments, according to PWD and Water Resources Secretary Kiran Gitte, who made the announcement on Sunday, April 20th. This announcement follows concerns raised by CPIM legislator Dipankar Sen and residents of Belonia town in Tripura’s South District. They allege that Bangladesh is illegally constructing another embankment near the Muhuri…

Villagers in Tripura’s West District apprehended two Bangladeshi nationals suspected of cross-border theft after finding them near the India-Bangladesh border, later handing them over to the BSF. Villagers Catch Suspected Thieves Near the Border Residents of Nandalal Das Para, a village in Tripura’s West District, detained two Bangladeshi nationals in the early hours of April 20 after discovering them loitering near the India-Bangladesh border. The villagers suspected the individuals of being part of a group involved in cross-border theft. The area, located within the Ishanpur Gram Panchayat in the Mohanpur sub-division, has reportedly experienced recurring incidents of theft, with locals…

A violent clash between two families in Chrilam Aralia, Bishalgarh, over a dispute about rainwater resulted in multiple injuries and police complaints filed by both sides. Rainwater Dispute Erupts into Violence A dispute over rainwater between two families in Chrilam Aralia escalated into a violent confrontation, resulting in multiple injuries. The incident occurred early Saturday morning and has led to both families filing complaints at the Bishalgarh police station and the Bishalgarh women’s police station. According to reports, a minor rainfall event early Saturday morning triggered the clash. Rainwater from Sohel Alam’s house was allegedly flowing rapidly into the property…

A dam construction project by Bangladesh near the Indian border in Bilonia raises concerns of severe flooding for nearby Indian villages, violating international border agreements. Bangladesh Dam Threatens Indian Villages with Flooding Residents of four panchayats in the Bharat Chandra Nagar block of Bilonia are expressing serious concerns about potential flooding due to a dam being constructed by Bangladesh. The dam, located on the northern bank of the Muhuri River near Bilonia town, threatens to submerge several villages, including Netaji Subhash Chandra Nagar and Ishan Chandra Nagar. Over 500 families, comprising thousands of people, fear losing their homes and livelihoods.…

Tripura plans to introduce seaplanes to boost aquatic tourism, enabling direct access to destinations like Narikel Kunja and Chabimura, according to Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury. Tripura Explores Seaplane Tourism Tripura’s government is exploring the introduction of seaplane services to boost tourism, particularly in the state’s aquatic destinations, according to Transport and Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury. The minister recently held a high-level video conference with a private airline company to assess the feasibility of operating seaplanes in Tripura’s aquatic tourist areas. Minister Chowdhury stated that seaplanes would offer international tourists a faster and more convenient way to reach destinations such as…

Police in Churaibari have seized a large quantity of ganja, valued at approximately one crore rupees, and arrested a truck driver involved in an innovative smuggling attempt using a modified muri-making machine. Ganja Hidden in Muri Machine Seized Police in Churaibari have thwarted an attempt to smuggle a significant amount of ganja using a novel method. They seized the drugs and arrested the truck driver. This incident demonstrates, once again, the smugglers’ continuous efforts to find new ways to operate, and the police’s success in countering them. The incident occurred on Friday around 10 PM at the Churaibari Naka point.…

The Tripura Pradesh Congress Minority Department held an important meeting at the Pradesh Congress Bhavan, with Pradesh Congress President Ashish Kumar Saha and MLA Sudip Roy Barman in attendance. The Tripura Pradesh Congress Minority Department held an important meeting on Saturday at the Pradesh Congress Bhavan. Pradesh Congress President Ashish Kumar Saha presided over the meeting. MLA Sudip Roy Barman and other prominent leaders from the Minority Department were also present. The meeting likely focused on the activities of the Minority Department and party strategies.

Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy attended an offer distribution ceremony for the post of Inspector, Small Saving Group Insurance & Institutional Finance, held in Agartala. Finance Minister Distributes Job Offers Shri Pranajit Singha Roy, the Finance Minister of Tripura, attended as the Chief Guest at an offer distribution ceremony held today, April 19, 2025, at 11 AM. The ceremony took place in the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Institutional Finance, P.N. Complex, Gurkhabosti, Agartala. The event celebrated the distribution of job offers for the position of Inspector, Small Saving Group Insurance & Institutional Finance. The Finance Minister’s presence…

A mock test for NEET aspirants took place at the NIEDO Centre in Teliamura, Tripura, organized by Assam Rifles to support students in the North East for competitive exams. NEET Aspirants Get Ready with Mock Test A mock test for students preparing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) was conducted at the NIEDO Centre, located within the Teliamura Garrison of Assam Rifles, on April 19, 2025. This initiative aims to support young people in the North East region. NIEDO and Assam Rifles Support Students The National Integrity and Educational Development Organisation (NIEDO), in collaboration with Assam Rifles, provides…