By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Tuesday, February 3, 2026 AGARTALA: In a grand ceremony dedicated to academic excellence and social equality, the Department of Welfare of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC), Government of Tripura, organized the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Smarak Medha Puraskar (Memorial Merit Award) distribution ceremony today at Pragna Bhavan, Agartala. The event was graced by the Hon’ble Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, who presented awards to students from the SC and OBC communities who excelled in their Madhyamik and Higher Secondary examinations. Fulfilling Ambedkar’s Dream of Social Equality Addressing a hall packed with…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: In a landmark move toward digital financial inclusion, the Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) officially launched its first-ever Co-Branded RuPay Credit Card today at a prestigious ceremony held at Pragya Bhavan, Agartala. This initiative, executed in collaboration with its sponsor bank, Punjab National Bank (PNB), marks TGB as the first Regional Rural Bank (RRB) among all PNB-sponsored RRBs in India to introduce such a digital credit facility. The launch coincides with the Golden Jubilee Year of Tripura Gramin Bank, signaling a major leap from traditional rural banking to modern, techno-savvy…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: In a major push towards strengthening the rural and semi-urban financial ecosystem of the state, a day-long awareness program on Financial Inclusion, PM’s Flagship Schemes, and Cyber Crime Prevention was organized today at the Muktdhara Auditorium. The initiative was jointly spearheaded by the West Tripura District Administration and the Directorate of Institutional Finance, Government of Tripura. The event served a dual purpose: educating the public on safeguarding their digital wealth and recognizing the frontline workers who drive the state’s small savings mission. Focus on PM’s Flagship Schemes & Cyber…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: Riding high on the momentum of the Union Budget 2026-27, the Tripura Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) convened a high-level organizational meeting at the State BJP Headquarters (Pradesh Karyalaya) today. The meeting, presided over by State BJYM President and MLA Sushanta Deb, focused on disseminating the “youth-centric” benefits of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget to every household in the state. The core agenda of today’s gathering was to finalize the roadmap for a grand State-Level Youth Convention scheduled to take place at the Agartala Town Hall on February…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: A day after the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha addressed a high-profile press conference at the BJP State Headquarters (Pradesh Karyalaya) in Agartala today. The Chief Minister provided a comprehensive breakdown of how the national budget will act as a catalyst for Tripura’s rapid socio-economic transformation, describing it as a “historic and human-centric” document. Flanked by senior party leaders, Dr. Saha expressed his immense gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He emphasized that the budget is…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: Responding to the nationwide call given by the All India Agricultural Workers Union (AIAWU), the Tripura Khet Majur Union (West District Committee) organized a massive protest rally in the capital city today. The demonstration was part of a coordinated national agitation demanding the immediate reinstatement of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), which was recently replaced by the central government’s new Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G] Act. The protest march commenced from the Chatra Yuva Bhavan near Melarmath, where hundreds…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Monday, February 2, 2026 Agartala: In a moving tribute to his father and renowned businessman, Late Makhan Lal Saha, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tripura, Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, organized a voluntary blood donation camp today at his official residence. The event marked the 28th Death Anniversary of the late patriarch and saw a massive outpouring of support from the local community, students, and political leaders. This year’s camp, the 11th consecutive edition organized under the banner of ML Plaza, transformed the Chief Minister’s residence into a hub of humanitarian service. Dr. Saha, who…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026 Agartala: Shortly after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman concluded her historic ninth budget presentation, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha issued a detailed reaction, welcoming the Union Budget 2026-27 as a “visionary blueprint” for the nation’s journey toward becoming a developed country by 2047. Speaking to the media and through his official social media handles, the Chief Minister congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Finance Minister for a budget that he believes balances long-term growth with immediate social welfare. The Three Pillars of Development Dr. Saha emphasized that…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Saturday, January 31, 2026 Agartala: In a significant move to bridge the city’s royal heritage with modern administrative efficiency, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tripura, Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, is set to grace a momentous program tomorrow, February 1, 2026. The event, scheduled for 4:00 PM at the Maharani Tulsibati HS School premises, will feature two major milestones for the capital city: the laying of the foundation stone for the reconstruction of the historic Jackson Gate and the inauguration of the newly constructed Ward Office for Ward No. 20 of the Agartala Municipal Corporation…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026 Agartala: In a significant move to streamline the jewelry trade and adapt to evolving national standards, the Tripura Jewellery Association organized a high-level state conference and seminar today at the Sukanta Academy Auditorium. The event brought together prominent jewelry business owners, artisans, and stakeholders from across the state to discuss the future of the industry in the 2026-27 fiscal year. The seminar was inaugurated by senior officials of the association, alongside distinguished guests from the trade and commerce sector. The gathering served as a critical platform for local jewelers to…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026 Agartala: In a historic moment for India’s parliamentary history, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for 2026-27 today, Sunday, February 1st. This marks her ninth consecutive budget, making her the first Finance Minister to achieve such a streak. Breaking with colonial-era traditions, the budget was presented on a Sunday, emphasizing the government’s “Reform Express” momentum aimed at achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. The budget, with a total expenditure estimate of ₹53.5 lakh crore, centers around three core Kartavyas (Duties): accelerating economic growth, fulfilling citizen aspirations, and ensuring…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026 Agartala: The sports journalism community in Tripura is in a state of mourning following the demise of veteran sports journalist Tapan Chakraborty. He breathed his last early Sunday morning at his residence in the Badharghat area of Agartala. He was 70 years old at the time of his passing. Mr. Chakraborty was a respected figure in the state’s media circles, known for his decades-long dedication to covering local and national sports. Throughout his illustrious career, he served as a mentor to many young journalists and was a familiar face at…