News Report:A seven-day-long Sri Sri Gouranga Mahaprabhu Sankirtan will be organised at the Bonkumari Nat Mandir, located near Bonkumari Bazar. The announcement was made by the organising Kirtan Committee during a press conference held recently. According to the committee members, the Maha Kirtan will feature continuous devotional chanting, religious discourses, and traditional Vaishnavite rituals, attracting devotees from different parts of the area. The programme aims to spread the teachings of Sri Sri Gouranga Mahaprabhu and promote spiritual harmony through collective Sankirtan. The organisers appealed to devotees and local residents to participate in large numbers and make the seven-day religious event…

News Report:A large number of unemployed youths were seen standing in long queues at a job fair in Agartala, hopeful of securing employment in private sector establishments. The job fair witnessed significant participation from job seekers across different educational backgrounds, reflecting the growing demand for employment opportunities in the state. Speaking to the media, Asim Saha, Director of the Employment Service & Manpower Planning Department, stated that the job fair was organised to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers. He highlighted that such initiatives aim to provide direct interaction between private companies and aspiring candidates, thereby improving placement…

News Report:The Tripura Pradesh Youth Congress has officially launched its membership drive and initiated the election process for the new Youth Congress President from today. The announcement was made during a press conference held in Agartala. Addressing the media, Smriti Ranjan Lenkha, All India Youth Congress General Secretary, said the organisation is focusing on strengthening its grassroots base by enrolling young members across the state. He emphasised that the democratic election process will ensure transparent and inclusive leadership within the Youth Congress. Also present at the press conference was Murugan Munirathanam, the Returning Officer appointed to oversee the election process.…

News Report:For the first time in Tripura, a Swadeshi Mela will be organised in Agartala with the aim of promoting indigenous products and strengthening local entrepreneurship, said Deepak Majumdar, Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation. The fair will be held on January 9, 10 and 11 at Vivekananda Maidan, Agartala, under the initiative of the Agartala Municipal Corporation. The concept of Swadeshi Jagaran aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Vocal for Local, which encourages citizens to support domestic industries, reduce dependence on foreign products, and strengthen economic self-reliance. In line with this national vision, various programmes…

News Report:The Tripura Sports Karate Association will be represented by four players—two boys and two girls— at the National Junior and Sub-Junior Karate Championship to be held at Jadavpur, Kolkata. The one-day national championship is scheduled to begin on 28 December. Ahead of the competition, the four selected players have been undergoing rigorous training for the past two months with a single objective—to deliver strong performances at the national level and bring laurels to the state. On Monday, the Tripura Sports Karate Association felicitated the players at its coaching centre located at Prantik Club, Dhaleswar. Coaches and association officials encouraged…

News Report:The 17th meeting of the State Road Safety Council was held today at the Secretariat, Agartala, under the chairmanship of Sushanta Chowdhury. The meeting was attended by the Secretary of the Finance Department, the Inspector General of Police (Law & Order), the Special Secretary of the Food Department, the Director of Higher Education, the Director of the Food Department, the Superintendent of Traffic Police, and District Magistrates of all eight districts of Tripura, who joined virtually. Several other senior officials were also present. Discussions focused on strengthening road safety measures, inter-departmental coordination, traffic management, and implementation of preventive strategies…

News Report:A formal programme was organised for the handover of a Rotary Mobile Dental Clinic to the Ramakrishna Mission, marking a significant step toward expanding accessible dental healthcare services. The event was attended by Hon’ble Chief Minister Manik Saha, along with senior monks of the Ramakrishna Mission and other dignitaries. The mobile dental clinic is expected to provide essential oral healthcare services, particularly to people in remote and underserved areas. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister appreciated the collaborative effort and highlighted the importance of mobile healthcare units in strengthening preventive and primary health services across the state. Representatives of…

News Report:Five Left parties—CPI(M), CPI, RSP, AIFB, and CPI(ML)—organised a rally in Agartala followed by a public meeting on Shakuntala Road, demanding the withdrawal of the labour law they described as anti-worker, referred to as the ‘BV-G RAM-JI’ law, and opposing the scrapping of MGNREGA. The rally highlighted concerns that the new law undermines the interests of the working class and is against public welfare. Addressing the gathering, Leader of the Opposition Jiten Choudhury criticised the central government’s labour policies, alleging that they weaken employment security and social protection for workers. Former minister Manik Dey, along with other Left leaders,…

News Report:The 68th Maha Shiva Yajna was organised with devotion and traditional rituals at Lakshminarayan Bari, marking another significant milestone of the long-standing religious observance. Devotees gathered in large numbers to participate in the yajna, offering prayers and performing sacred rituals seeking peace, prosperity, and spiritual well-being. The event reflected deep-rooted faith and cultural continuity, as the Maha Shiva Yajna has been conducted regularly for the past 68 years at the venue. Organisers stated that the yajna aims to promote harmony, spiritual awareness, and collective devotion within the community. The programme concluded peacefully with the participation of priests, devotees, and…

News Report:A one-day workshop organised by the Cooperation Department was held at the office of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies (RCS) at Dasharath Deb Bhavan, Agartala. The workshop focused on strengthening the functioning of cooperative societies, reviewing existing policies, and enhancing administrative efficiency. Officials discussed procedures related to registration, monitoring, transparency, and capacity building of cooperatives across the state. Participants included department officials, cooperative representatives, and staff associated with the Registrar of Cooperative Societies. The session aimed to create better coordination and awareness to ensure smooth implementation of cooperative laws and schemes in Tripura. The programme was part of the…

News Report:A five-hour mass sit-in demonstration was organised in front of Sukanta Academy, Agartala, by the Tripura People’s Party in collaboration with Gana Mancha to press for various demands. Participants gathered at the venue to voice concerns on multiple public issues, calling for immediate attention and action from the authorities. Speakers at the programme outlined the demands and criticised what they described as administrative inaction, urging the government to engage in dialogue and provide timely solutions. The sit-in remained peaceful throughout, with organisers stating that such democratic movements would continue until their demands are adequately addressed.

News Report:The Tripura Gig Workers Union submitted a deputation to the Labour Department pressing for the fulfilment of a seven-point charter of demands. Union representatives stated that gig workers across the state are facing job insecurity, lack of social protection, and absence of formal grievance redressal mechanisms. Through the deputation, the union demanded measures including social security coverage, fair wages, accident insurance, and recognition of gig workers’ rights. Addressing the media, union leaders urged the authorities to initiate dialogue and take concrete steps to safeguard the interests of gig workers, who play a growing role in the state’s service economy.…