Agartala | February 5, 2026 Reported by: Tripura 24 News Desk In a major success for the ongoing “Nisha Mukt Tripura” (Drug-Free Tripura) campaign, the West Agartala and Ramnagar police units conducted a joint late-night operation on Wednesday, leading to the arrest of two notorious heroin peddlers. The duo was intercepted in the dark alleys behind the Pragati School area, a location that has reportedly been under police surveillance for suspected illegal activities. The Midnight Raid Acting on precise intelligence regarding a drug transaction, a special police team led by West Agartala Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Rana Chatterjee and personnel…

Agartala | February 5, 2026 Reported by: Tripura 24 News Desk As the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) enters its fourth year of governance, the city is witnessing a massive outreach initiative aimed at bringing administrative services directly to the doorsteps of the citizens. Moving away from traditional bureaucratic hurdles, the corporation has launched a series of social and civic programs across all wards to mark this significant milestone. Ward 46 Leads with Integrated Service Camp In a standout initiative today, Corporator Prosenjit Lode of Ward No. 46 organized a comprehensive “Civic Service at Your Doorstep” camp. The event, held on…

Agartala | February 5, 2026 Reported by: Tripura 24 News Desk In a significant stride toward strengthening the nation’s statistical framework, Shri Bikash Debbarma, Hon’ble Minister for Planning (Statistics), Government of Tripura, formally inaugurated a National Level Workshop on the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) today. The high-profile event commenced at 10:00 AM at the Pragna Bhawan, Agartala, bringing together top statisticians and policy experts from across the country. Strengthening Data for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ The workshop is a collaborative effort between the Directorate of Economics and Statistics (DES), Tripura, and the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government…

Agartala | February 5, 2026 Reported by: Tripura 24 Desk In a powerful display of dissent, the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) took to the streets of Agartala today to voice their vehement opposition to the Union Budget 2026-27. The iconic Paradise Chowmuhani area became a sea of red as members of the organization gathered to condemn what they termed a “visionless and anti-women” fiscal plan. Jharna Das Baidya Slams Center and State Leading the charge was veteran leader and AIDWA Central Committee member Jharna Das Baidya. Addressing the gathering amidst spirited slogans, the former parliamentarian spared no words…

Advocate Debdas Bokshi on Wednesday strongly asserted the supremacy of law after the Dharamnagar CJM Court rejected the bail pleas of the accused for the ninth consecutive time in the sensational Dharamnagar delivery boy death case.During the hearing, five prime accused, who were directly arrested in connection with the incident, once again moved the court seeking bail. However, considering the seriousness and sensitive nature of the case, the court dismissed the applications, maintaining its firm stand.Speaking to the media after the hearing, senior advocate Debdas Boxi stated that the defence had adopted several legal strategies in an attempt to weaken…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 4, 2026 AGARTALA: Intensifying their opposition against the central government’s economic and labor policies, the Left trade unions of Tripura have officially extended their support to the Nationwide General Strike scheduled for February 12, 2026. At a press conference held at the CITU State Headquarters in Agartala today, senior Left leaders issued a clarion call to the working class to paralyze the state in protest of the “draconian” Labour Codes and the recently announced Union Budget. Protest Against the “Slavery” Labour Codes The primary focus of the press meet was the impending…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Tuesday, February 3, 2026 AGARTALA: Hailing the Union Budget 2026-27 as a transformative document for the marginalized sections of society, Tripura’s Minister for Tribal Welfare, Shri Bikash Debbarma, held a high-level press conference at the BJP State Headquarters (Pradesh Karyalaya) in Agartala today. The Minister detailed the specific provisions in the budget that aim to accelerate the socio-economic development of Tripura’s tribal and rural populations. Focus on Inclusive Growth: “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” During the press meet, Minister Bikash Debbarma expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 4, 2026 AGARTALA: To mark World Cancer Day 2026, a massive awareness rally was organized in the capital city today, spearheaded by major state hospitals and the health department. The rally, which commenced from the front of Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan, saw a sea of participants, including doctors, nursing students, cancer survivors, and social activists, all united in the fight against the deadly disease. Rally for Hope and Awareness The colorful procession was flagged off early this morning by senior health officials and medical superintendents. Participants marched through the main thoroughfares of Agartala,…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 4, 2026 AGARTALA: Taking a decisive step toward urban discipline and pedestrian safety, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has launched a city-wide mega eviction drive to remove illegal businesses and encroachments from public footpaths. The operation, which began on February 3, saw the direct presence and supervision of the Hon’ble Mayor Shri Dipak Majumder at several key locations, including commercial hubs and busy market areas. The Enforcement Action: “Pedestrians First” The AMC Task Force, equipped with heavy machinery and supported by state police, carried out the operation in multiple phases. The drive…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 4, 2026 AGARTALA: In response to the ongoing massive eviction drive launched by the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), the All Tripura Nirman Shramik Samity and the Tripura Footpath Hawker Sangram Samity held a joint press conference at the Agartala Press Club today. The organizations collectively condemned the “forceful” removal of hawkers and demanded the immediate implementation of the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014. Allegations of Legal Violations by AMC Addressing the media, the leaders of the Sangram Samity alleged that the AMC’s current drive is…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 4, 2026 AGARTALA: Following a series of public grievances regarding traffic congestion and pedestrian safety, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has officially launched a city-wide “Encroachment-Free” mission. The drive, which began in full force on Tuesday and continued through Wednesday morning, aims to reclaim public footpaths from unauthorized traders and illegal structures. Mayor’s “Pedestrians First” Policy Leading the initiative, the Hon’ble Mayor of Agartala, Shri Dipak Majumder, personally monitored the task force operations across key commercial hubs. Speaking to the media during the drive, the Mayor was firm about the Corporation’s stance.…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Kolkata/Agartala Tuesday, February 3, 2026 KOLKATA: In a significant political move ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, former Tripura Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Shri Biplab Kumar Deb visited the West Bengal Legislative Assembly today. His visit was marked by a high-level closed-door meeting with the BJP’s legislative wing to fine-tune the party’s roadmap for the upcoming polls. Strategic Meeting at LoP’s Chambers The meeting took place in the chamber of the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Shri Suvendu Adhikari, within the Assembly premises. Approximately 60 BJP legislators attended the session, which…