​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: A wave of uncertainty and despair has gripped the residents of the riverbank colony on Cantonment Road, Bhati Abhoynagar, following a stern eviction notice issued by the Sadar Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM). The notice, which mandates the removal of all structures within seven days, has prompted the slum dwellers to seek the intervention of Mayor Dipak Majumder, citing their three-decade-long history at the site. ​The eviction is part of the state government’s ambitious Howrah Riverfront Development & Beautification Project, aimed at de-silting the riverbed and transforming the embankment into…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: A serious health concern has emerged in the Ramnagar Area (Ward No. 1)—a key part of the Chief Minister’s own constituency—as the number of residents suffering from Jaundice continues to rise. Local inhabitants have alleged that the outbreak is a direct result of the unfiltered and contaminated drinking water being supplied by the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC). ​The situation has sparked alarm among families in the locality, with multiple households reporting cases of hepatitis-like symptoms over the past few days. ​Mayor and Leaders Visit Affected Families ​Responding to…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Accusing the State Election Commission (SEC) of conspiring to turn the upcoming TTAADC General Elections into a “farce,” the Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) launched a massive protest today. Hundreds of party workers and senior leaders gheraoed the SEC office in Agartala, demanding immediate transparency regarding the security of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and the mandatory installation of CCTV cameras in all polling booths. ​The protest, led by TPCC President Asish Kumar Saha, saw supporters braving police barricades to submit a memorandum addressed to the State Election Commissioner.…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Continuing the Agartala Municipal Corporation’s (AMC) mission to restore and beautify the city’s waterbodies, Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumder conducted a field inspection of the ongoing renovation work at Madhyapara Pond today. The visit was part of a broader urban redevelopment plan aimed at improving local ecology and providing residents with clean, accessible public spaces. ​The Mayor was accompanied by Corporator Ratna Datta, AMC Commissioner Saju Vaheed, and several senior engineers and officials from the municipal engineering wing. ​On-Site Progress Review ​During the inspection, Mayor Majumder took stock…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Highlighting the critical staff shortages in state-run diagnostic centers, the Association of Medical Radiology and Imaging Technologists (AMRIT) submitted a formal deputation to the Director of Health Services (DHS) in Agartala today. The delegation, representing radiology professionals from across Tripura, raised a series of long-standing grievances regarding the recruitment process and the “overworked” conditions in government hospitals. ​The deputation comes in the wake of recent reports showing that dozens of diagnostic imaging posts remain vacant, severely affecting patient care in district hospitals. ​Core Demands: Filling the “Human Resource…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 ​AGARTALA: To welcome the Bengali New Year (Poila Baisakh) with traditional fervor, Hotel Polo Towers, Agartala, held a special press conference today to announce its upcoming grand culinary festival. The management unveiled a lavish spread titled “Subho Nobo Borsho Mahabhoj,” designed to offer food connoisseurs in the capital a true taste of authentic Bengali heritage. ​Addressing the media, the hotel’s senior leadership, including Cluster General Manager Gunjan Kumar and Executive Chef Prasad Das, shared details of the four-day festivities scheduled to commence next week. ​A Four-Day Gastronomic Celebration ​The…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 8, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a significant boost to the state’s digital safety initiatives, the Amtali Police successfully recovered 36 lost and stolen mobile handsets and returned them to their legitimate owners today. The recovery was made possible through the extensive use of the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, a specialized government tool designed to track and block missing mobile devices. ​A formal handover ceremony was organized at the Amtali Police Station this afternoon, where the faces of many distraught citizens lit up as they were reunited with their expensive smartphones.…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Following the release of their high-profile manifesto earlier this week, the Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) held a strategic press conference today at the Congress Bhavan in Agartala. Addressing the media, senior leaders led by TPCC President Asish Kumar Saha and Congress In-charge Saptagiri Ulaka (MP), outlined the party’s final campaign blueprint for the TTAADC General Elections and the 56-Dharmanagar Assembly bye-election. ​The conference emphasized the Congress’s role as the “guardian of the Sixth Schedule” and its renewed alliance with the Tripura People’s Party and Jan Manch. ​The…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Fulfilling a stern directive issued just 24 hours prior, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) launched a massive early-morning demolition drive at the Lake Chowmuhani Market today. Moving in before dawn, a team of municipal workers, supported by a heavy police contingent, dismantled several permanent buildings and temporary shops that had been identified as illegal encroachments. ​The action follows a high-stakes meeting held at the market yesterday, where Mayor Dipak Majumder officially dissolved the existing “illegal” market committee and warned of immediate consequences for unauthorized constructions. ​Predawn Operation: Bulldozers…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Tensions flared in the capital today as dozens of unemployed TET-2 (GT) qualified candidates staged a high-decibel protest in front of the official residence of Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy. The protesters are demanding the immediate increase of sanctioned vacant posts to ensure the simultaneous recruitment of all remaining qualified aspirants. ​The demonstration, which began on Tuesday morning, saw candidates raising slogans against the “selective recruitment” process and calling for “justice for all 1,488 qualifiers.” ​The Math of Discontent ​The core grievance of the agitating youth centers on…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 6, 2026 ​AGARTALA: With the high-stakes 56-Dharmanagar Assembly bye-election just days away, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Tripura, Brijesh Pandey, held a detailed press briefing today to outline the Election Commission’s “full-scale” readiness. Addressing the media in Agartala, the CEO emphasized that all administrative and security protocols are in place to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and inclusive voting process on April 12. ​The briefing comes amid intensified campaigning by the major political parties, making Dharmanagar a focal point of the state’s current political landscape alongside the TTAADC polls. ​Voter Turnout…

​By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 6, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Following the high-profile celebrations of the party’s 46th Foundation Day, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a significant press conference at the state party headquarters in Agartala this evening. The briefing focused on the party’s final campaign stretch for the TTAADC General Elections and the 56-Dharmanagar Assembly bye-election, both scheduled for April 12. ​The conference was addressed by senior state leaders who emphasized the party’s commitment to “Vikas” (Development) and “Vishwas” (Trust) in the tribal areas. ​Key Highlights of the Briefing ​The leadership utilized the platform to reinforce…