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“Punish the Minister”: Transport Workers Protest Against Santana Chakma’s Alleged Misbehavior with Auto Driver
By Tripura24By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 10, 2026 AGARTALA: A major political storm has erupted in Tripura following allegations of “inhuman behavior” by Cabinet Minister Santana Chakma toward a young auto-rickshaw driver in Pecharthal. In a strong show of dissent, the All India Road Transport Workers Federation (Tripura Unit) organized a massive demonstration in front of the Labour Department today, demanding the immediate dismissal and punishment of the Minister. The protest, led by left-affiliated trade unions, saw hundreds of transport workers raising slogans against what they termed “ministerial high-handedness” and “assault on the dignity of labor.” The…
By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 10, 2026 AGARTALA: In a decisive move against the rising narcotics menace, the newly formed Lake Chowmuhani Market Committee conducted a successful anti-drug operation near the market bridge area today. The initiative, led by local traders and community members, resulted in the capture of six drug peddlers who were allegedly operating in broad daylight. The accused were immediately handed over to the Agartala City Police for further legal action. The Raid: Catching Peddlers Red-Handed The operation began early Friday afternoon following specific intelligence gathered by the market committee regarding suspicious activities…
By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 9, 2026 AGARTALA: In a powerful display of organizational strength, the BJP Sadar Urban District Committee organized a massive rally in Agartala today, aiming to sweep the upcoming TTAADC (Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council) elections. The rally, which saw thousands of party workers and supporters take to the streets, was led by Asim Bhattacharjee, the President of the BJP Sadar Urban District. The march commenced from the state party headquarters at Krishnanagar and traversed the main thoroughfares of the capital, turning Agartala’s streets into a sea of saffron flags and…
35 Years of Home vs. Urban Progress: Slum Dwellers Gherao Mayor Over 7-Day Eviction Notice
By Tripura24By 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.…
Revitalizing Agartala’s Waterbodies: Mayor Dipak Majumder Inspects Madhyapara Pond Renovation
By Tripura24By 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…
Radiology Technologists Submit Deputation to Health Director: Demand Urgent Recruitment and Service Regularization
By Tripura24By 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…
“Authentic Flavors of Bengal”: Hotel Polo Towers Agartala Announces 4-Day Food Festival for Poila Baisakh
By Tripura24By 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…
Tech-Driven Recovery: Amtali Police Reunite Owners with 36 Recovered Mobiles via CEIR Portal
By Tripura24By 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.…
Congress Calls for “Dharmanagar-ADC Miracle”: TPCC Reaffirms Alliance Strategy and Tribal Rights
By Tripura24By 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…
AMC Crackdown: Illegal Structures Demolished at Lake Chowmuhani Market Following Mayor’s Warning
By Tripura24By 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…