State Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Saturday reviewed the progress of proposed railway overbridge projects in the Jirania subdivision and directed officials to speed up their implementation. The review meeting was held at the Sub-Divisional Magistrate’s conference hall, where key technical and administrative issues affecting the projects were discussed.The Minister highlighted the importance of overbridges in improving road safety and ensuring smooth movement of both vehicles and trains. He said these projects are crucial for strengthening connectivity and easing traffic congestion in the area, especially in the Majlishpur Assembly constituency.Officials from the Transport Department, Public Works Department (R&B and National…

Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) on Saturday conducted a large-scale anti-encroachment drive at the Thakur Palli Road area, demolishing several illegally constructed structures and unauthorized roadside shops. The operation was carried out in the presence of Agartala Mayor Dipak Majumder, along with senior municipal officials and enforcement teams.According to AMC sources, the drive was undertaken to reclaim public land, ensure smooth traffic flow, and improve pedestrian safety in the busy locality. Officials said repeated notices had been issued to encroachers before the action was taken. Heavy machinery and civic staff were deployed to clear the area and remove debris.Speaking on the…

Amtali Police have successfully arrested a thief along with a stolen scooty from in front of the Hapania Mela ground. During further investigation, police also recovered another scooty and a motorcycle from the accused’s residence.Speaking to the media, SDPO Parmita Pandey provided details of the operation and said the arrest was made based on specific intelligence inputs. She added that the recovery of multiple vehicles indicates the possible involvement of the accused in other theft cases.The accused has been taken into custody and legal proceedings have been initiated. Further investigation is underway.

Winter relief distribution programmes have been continuing across the city for the past several days under the personal initiative of the Chief Minister, along with coordinated efforts by the Agartala Municipal Corporation, various municipal wards, and other social organizations.On Saturday, a similar humanitarian programme was organized by the Red Cross Society at Ramnagar 3 No. Road. The event was attended by Chief Minister Professor Dr. Manik Saha, who emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in extending support to vulnerable sections of society during the winter season.Mayor Dipak Majumder, Bordowali Mandal President Shyamal Kumar Deb, and the President and Secretary of…

Minister Tinku Roy on Friday strongly criticized the opposition for allegedly spreading misinformation over the renaming of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), accusing them of misleading the public and diverting attention from core issues such as employment generation and wage payments.Speaking at a press conference at the Pradesh BJP headquarters in Krishnanagar, Roy said repeated protests by opposition parties were creating confusion among people. He explained the historical development of rural employment schemes in India, starting from earlier initiatives like Relief Work, Food for Work, and the National Rural Employment Programme (NREP), which eventually led to…

The foundation stone laying and ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a new office building was held on Friday in Ward No. 31 under the Central Zone of the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC). The foundation stone was jointly laid by Tripura Pradesh BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee and AMC Mayor Dipak Majumder.The event was attended by Ward No. 31 Councillor Anjana Das, other public representatives, municipal officials, and local residents. Speaking on the occasion, Mayor said the new office building would strengthen the ward’s administrative system and ensure smoother and faster delivery of civic services to the…

Three more accused have been arrested in connection with the attack on journalist Mrinal Kanti Debnath, taking the total number of arrests in the case to six. According to sources at AD Nagar Police Station, all the accused were produced before the court on Friday, where the police sought a five-day remand for further interrogation.Police officials said the investigation is progressing and necessary legal action will be taken against those involved in the incident. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining law and order.

Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday attended the annual prize distribution ceremony of Shankaracharya Vidyayatan (Girls’) Higher Secondary School, where he congratulated students for their academic achievements and all-round performance.Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister urged students to remain disciplined, focused, and dedicated towards their goals. He emphasized that hard work, perseverance, and self-confidence are key to achieving success in life. Dr. Saha also appreciated the school’s consistent contribution to the education sector, stating that the institution has played a vital role in nurturing talented students over the years.He further lauded the school’s efforts in promoting value-based education…

The 16th edition of the traditional Manipuri festival Puthiba Lai-Haraoba will begin on January 19 and continue till January 23 at Prithiba in Abhaynagar. The inaugural ceremony will take place at 5:30 PM at the Puthiba Deity Temple.The festival is being jointly organized by the Puthiba Lai-Haraoba Committee and the Puthiba Welfare and Cultural Society, with support from the State Department of Information and Culture. The event aims to preserve and promote the cultural heritage and age-old traditions of the Manipuri community.The five-day festival will feature performances by renowned Amaiba and Amaibi Pena Khongba artists. Traditional cultural programs including Thang-ta…

The Agartala Municipal Corporation’s Ward No. 20 organized a winter clothes distribution programme for local residents on Friday. Chief Minister Professor Dr Manik Saha attended the event as the chief guest and personally handed over winter garments to the beneficiaries.Ward No. 20 Councillor Ratna Dutta, Sadar District President Asim Bhattacharjee, Mandal President and several other leaders and public representatives were also present on the occasion.Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister appreciated the humanitarian initiative and emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting poor and needy people during the harsh winter season. The programme was warmly welcomed by local residents, who expressed…

In a significant development in the attack on Dainik Sambad journalist Mrinal Kanti Debnath, AD Nagar Police Station has arrested three accused in connection with the incident. The arrests come after swift police action following the assault on the journalist.The arrested individuals have been identified as Madan Mohan Debnath, Pranjal Roy Barman, and Samir Sarkar. Police officials stated that the trio will be produced before a local court on Friday.The incident had sparked concern among the media fraternity, prompting demands for strict action against those responsible. Police have assured that further investigation is underway and that all those involved in…

Assam Chief Minister and North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA) Chairman Himanta Biswa Sarma arrived at Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport in Agartala on Thursday, where he was warmly received by Tripura BJP State President Rajib Bhattacharjee, Minister Sushanta Chowdhury, and other senior party leaders.The warm reception highlighted the close coordination and unity among NEDA leadership across the Northeast. Sarma’s visit to Tripura is considered significant in the context of ongoing political and organizational engagements in the region, aimed at strengthening party strategy and regional cooperation.