By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Sunday, February 1, 2026 Agartala: In a heartwarming blend of community service and cultural celebration, the The South Tripura Bus Owners’ Association (Battala-Nagerjala branch) marked its 35th Foundation Day today with a series of events at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Bus Terminal in Nagerjala. The highlight of the day was a massive Sit-and-Draw Competition, which saw enthusiastic participation from local children. The event was officially inaugurated by the Association’s President, Kamal Deb, who emphasized the organization’s three-and-a-half-decade-long commitment to the transport sector and social welfare in Tripura. Joining him were Program Chairman Bijoy…

Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha on Saturday inaugurated the newly constructed academic buildings of Niharnagar Higher Secondary School and Ghoshkamal Higher Secondary School in Rajnagar under South Tripura district, strengthening the state’s educational infrastructure.Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said the initiative reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring quality education and building a strong foundation for future generations. He described education as a key driver of inclusive growth and social transformation.Dr. Saha highlighted that the state government is prioritizing the modernization of school infrastructure and enhancement of academic facilities to create a globally competitive learning environment. He…

Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder on Saturday announced that no illegal vehicle parking or business activities on footpaths will be allowed in Agartala city after February 3. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Agartala Municipal Corporation office.Addressing the media, the Mayor said the decision has been taken to ease traffic congestion, ensure smooth movement of pedestrians, and maintain discipline in urban management. He pointed out that illegal parking and footpath encroachment have been causing serious inconvenience to commuters and residents for a long time.Majumder further stated that traders and vehicle owners have been…

Two Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended by the 42nd Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) from the border area of Jaipur on charges of illegally entering Indian territory. The arrested persons have been identified as Jahangir Miah and Hriday Sarkar, both residents of Brahmanbaria district in Bangladesh.According to sources, the BSF acted on specific intelligence inputs indicating that the duo had crossed the international border illegally. Following their detention, the BSF, in coordination with the Tripura Police, initiated a joint interrogation to ascertain further details regarding their entry and possible links.Confirming the development, Officer-in-Charge of West Police Station, Rana Chatterjee,…

By: News Reporter, Tripura24.in Agartala, Tripura Friday, January 30, 2026 Agartala: On the solemn occasion of the 78th Death Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, observed nationwide as Martyrs’ Day (Shaheed Diwas), the 9 Banamalipur Block Congress organized a commemorative event and a massive cleanliness drive at Vulcan Chowmuhani in Agartala today. The program commenced with the offering of floral tributes to the portrait of the Father of the Nation. Leading the initiative, senior Congress leader and MLA Gopal Chandra Roy emphasized the enduring relevance of Gandhian principles—truth, non-violence, and self-reliance—in the modern political landscape of 2026. ‘Swachhata’ Drive and MGNREGA Advocacy…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Friday, January 30, 2026 AGARTALA: Continuing its stern “zero-tolerance” policy against illegal encroachments, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) launched a massive eviction drive in the Math Chowmuhani area today. The operation specifically targeted unauthorized commercial structures and makeshift stalls that had occupied government land and footpaths in front of the HDFC Bank branch, causing severe congestion in the East Zone of the city. The Enforcement Action The drive was carried out by the AMC Task Force in coordination with local police and officials from the Corporation’s East Zone. The task force utilized heavy machinery…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Friday, January 30, 2026 AGARTALA: In a major success for the state’s ongoing “Nesha Mukt Tripura” (Drug-Free Tripura) campaign, the Agartala Police successfully intercepted a significant consignment of contraband cough syrup at the Jogendranagar Railway Station late last night. Two individuals, originally hailing from the state of Bihar, were apprehended during the operation. Midnight Raid Based on Intelligence Acting on a specific tip-off from a secret source, a team from the East Agartala Police Station, led by Officer-in-Charge (OC) Subrata Debnath, cordoned off the Jogendranagar Rail Station area. The police were alerted about two…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026 AGARTALA: In a landmark move to enhance public safety and animal welfare, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has decided to implement a comprehensive relocation and sheltering policy for stray dogs within the city limits. This decision follows a high-level meeting held today at the AMC Conference Hall, chaired by Mayor Dipak Majumder, to discuss the implementation of recent Supreme Court directives regarding the stray dog menace. High-Level Coordination for City Safety The meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including: The primary agenda was to align the city’s urban management with…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026 AGARTALA: In a unique convergence of renewable energy and public health, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) today organized a grand distribution ceremony of e-cycles for ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) Facilitators. The event, held at the TSECL Corporate Office (Bidyut Bhavan) in Bhuturia, was inaugurated by the State Power, Agriculture, and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Shri Ratan Lal Nath. Empowering “Health Warriors” with Green Mobility The initiative aims to ease the mobility of ASHA facilitators, who often travel long distances in rural…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026 AGARTALA: Following a landmark legal triumph that has sent ripples through the state’s administrative corridors, the Tripura TET Teachers’ Welfare Association (TTTWA) held a crucial press conference today at the Agartala Press Club. The session was dedicated to a data-backed analysis of the High Court of Tripura’s historic verdict, which recently declared the state’s long-standing “Fixed-Pay” policy for regular recruits as unconstitutional. The “Historic” Ruling: An End to 25 Years of Injustice The association leaders addressed the media regarding the division bench’s recent judgment, which dismantled the policy of keeping…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026 AGARTALA: In a major push towards economic self-sufficiency and youth empowerment, the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) today organized a grand distribution ceremony at the Swami Vivekananda Maidan (Astabal Ground). Under the council’s flagship TIPRA-HAM (Tripura Indigenous People’s Livelihood Resource Assistance and Help for Advancement of Micro-Entrepreneurship) scheme, approximately 200 e-auto rickshaws were handed over to unemployed indigenous youth from various parts of the state. A Vision for Economic Freedom The event was graced by the presence of Tipra Motha Party (TMP) Supremo Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, who…

By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Thursday, January 29, 2026 AGARTALA: The All Tripura Madrassa Teachers’ Association (ATMTA) State Committee organized a poignant farewell ceremony today at the capital to honor retiring educators for their decades of dedicated service to the minority education sector. The event was followed by a significant press conference where the association leadership outlined their roadmap for 2026, focusing on long-pending demands for pay parity and job security. Honoring a Lifetime of Dedication The ceremony was organized to bid a formal farewell to several veteran Madrassa teachers who reached their superannuation this month. Speaking at the…