By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: In a vibrant tribute to the rich cultural tapestry of the state, a two-day National Level Traditional Craft Mela-cum-Hojagiri Dance Festival was officially inaugurated today at the Agartala Town Hall premises. The event, organized by the Tribal Research and Cultural Institute (TR&CI) under the Tripura Government, aims to promote indigenous craftsmanship and preserve the world-renowned Hojagiri dance form. A Grand Inauguration The festival was ceremoniously opened by the Hon’ble Minister for Tribal Welfare, Shri Bikash Debbarma, along with the Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC), Shri Dipak Majumder. The…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: Asserting that the Bengali community in Tripura is being systematically marginalized through “administrative conspiracies,” the Amra Bangali party held a crucial press conference today at its state headquarters. The party leadership issued a stern warning to both the State and Central governments, demanding an immediate end to policies that they claim label the Bengali “sons of the soil” as outsiders or infiltrators. “Identity Under Threat” Addressing the media, Amra Bangali State Secretary Shri Gauranga Rudra Pal and other senior leaders alleged that a narrative is being intentionally fueled by…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: On the eve of the historic nationwide general strike, the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) Tripura State Committee organized a massive protest rally in the capital today. The demonstration, which saw hundreds of farmers and agricultural workers march through the heart of the city, was a loud call to protect India’s economic sovereignty and agricultural interests from “imperialist” trade agreements. Focus on ‘National Sovereignty’ and Trade Deals Addressing the gathering at Paradise Chowmuhani, senior Left leader and former minister Shri Pabitra Kar launched a blistering attack on the Central Government’s…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA (Swami Vivekananda Maidan): In a landmark event that signals a new era for rural Tripura, Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today inaugurated the state-level Public Representatives’ Conference and officially launched the Viksit Bharat–G RAM G (Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin) Act, 2025. The event, held at a packed Astabal Ground, saw the participation of the state’s top leadership, including Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, MP Biplab Kumar Deb, and Panchayat Minister Shri Kishor Barman. Inauguration of 179 Rural Projects During…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: Marking a historic shift in rural governance, Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today inaugurated the first state-level conference of elected representatives at Swami Vivekananda Maidan (Astabal Ground). The event centered on the implementation of the landmark Viksit Bharat–G RAM G Act 2025, which has officially replaced the decades-old MGNREGA. Inauguration of a ₹546.79 Crore Development Package Flanked by Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha and Panchayat Minister Shri Kishor Barman, the Union Minister virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 179 rural…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: Strengthening the front against the Central Government’s economic policies, the Tripura State Unit of the Indian National Trade Union Congress (INTUC) today announced its full-scale participation in the Nationwide General Strike and mass movement scheduled for tomorrow, February 12, 2026. The announcement was made during a high-profile press conference held at the state INTUC office on Wednesday afternoon, led by State President Shri Biplab Kumar Roy and General Secretary Shri Swapan Dey. A United Front Against Corporate-Centric Policies Addressing the media, the INTUC leadership stated that the strike is…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: In a move that threatens to disrupt the state’s primary supply lifeline, the Tripura Guerrilla Returnee Demand Committee has announced a massive blockade of the Agartala–Assam National Highway (NH-08) and the railway tracks starting from February 20, 2026. The announcement was made during a high-stakes press conference held at the Agartala Press Club today. The Grievance: A Broken Promise of Rehabilitation The committee, representing former insurgents who surrendered their arms in hopes of a peaceful and dignified life, expressed deep resentment over the “stalled” rehabilitation process. The leaders alleged…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: The democratic process for the legal fraternity in the state has officially shifted into high gear as the Bar Council of Tripura prepares for its upcoming elections. Addressing a press conference at the Tripura High Court premises today, the designated Returning Officer, Shri S.C. Das, announced the final schedule and guidelines for the 2026 Bar Council Elections. The Election Schedule Returning Officer S.C. Das informed the media that all necessary logistical and security arrangements have been finalized to ensure a free and fair polling process. Crucial Election for the…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: On the eve of the historic Nationwide General Strike, the Tripura state units of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) and the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) held a joint press conference today. The leadership issued a clarion call to the workers, farmers, and common citizens of the state to make the February 12 Strike a total success to protest against the “anti-people and pro-corporate” policies of the Central Government. Resisting the Attack on Labor and Agriculture Addressing the media, senior leaders from both organizations emphasized that the…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: In a vibrant celebration of academic beginnings and professional commitment, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tripura, Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, graced the Fresher’s Welcome ceremony for the new batches of Agartala Government Dental College (AGDC) and IGM Hospital. The event was held today at the Muktadhara Auditorium, Agartala, commencing at 10:00 AM. A Warm Welcome to the Healthcare Vanguard The auditorium was packed with enthusiastic students, faculty members, and healthcare professionals as the Chief Minister was received with traditional honors. The program, organized to integrate the new medical and…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026 AGARTALA: In a major success against the illegal drug trade, the Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) seized a massive consignment of contraband cough syrup at Agartala Railway Station today. Acting on a tip-off, security forces recovered nearly 3,000 bottles of Escuf syrup from the Garib Rath Express shortly after it arrived at the platform. The Arrest: From Classroom to Crime The most shocking aspect of the seizure was the detention of the primary suspect, identified as Rakesh Hossain (45). Hossain, a resident of the state, is…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Tuesday, February 10, 2026 AGARTALA: In a landmark move toward transforming the rural landscape of the state, Union Minister for Rural Development, Agriculture, and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, is arriving in Agartala tomorrow. The Union Minister will lead a grand Public Representatives’ Conference at the Swami Vivekananda Maidan (Astabal) on February 11, 2026, to officially inaugurate the implementation of the Viksit Bharat–G RAM G Act 2025 in Tripura. Inauguration of Projects Worth ₹546 Crore Announcing the details in a press conference held at the Secretariat today, Tripura’s Panchayat Minister Shri Kishor Barman…