Election in Tripura East held peacefully, 80.32 % voter turnout recorded

Agartala: Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency witnessed a record 80.32% voter turnout, marked by peace. Under vigilant security, polling began at 7 AM and concluded with commendable participation. CEO of Tripura, Puneet Agarwal, announced in a press conference that by 8 PM, the turnout had reached the impressive 80.32%. He lauded the peaceful conduct of [] The post Election in Tripura East held peacefully, 80.32 % voter turnout recorded appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Three Tripura government employees suspended for flouting MCC

Agartala: Three government officials in Tripura have been suspended for violating the Model Code of Conduct during election to Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency. A statement from the office of the Tripura Chief Electoral Officer confirmed the suspension of the three government employees for MCC breaches. Among those suspended is Prabajika Roy, a teacher at [] The post Three Tripura government employees suspended for flouting MCC appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency registers 79.50 pc voter turnout till 5 pm

AGARTALA, April 26: The Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency recorded a voter turnout of 79.50 per cent till 5 pm on Friday, as polling remained peaceful so far, an official said. The voter turnout may cross 80 per cent as many voters were seen standing in queues at polling stations even after 5 pm, said []

Tripura record 80.32 % voter turnout amidst boycott by 1700 voters

Agartala, April 26 (UNI) East Tripura Parliamentary constituency on Friday recorded 80.32% voter turnout, despite a boycott by around 1700 voters in the state. Chief Electoral Officer Puneet Agarwal said, The election proceeded smoothly with minimal complaints, all of which were promptly addressed. Agarwal said that two polling stations, Noting Lal Para Junior Basic School... The post Tripura record 80.32 % voter turnout amidst boycott by 1700 voters first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

Impressive 80.32% Voter Turnout in 2-East Tripura Lok Sabha Seat; Around 1700 Electorates Boycott Vote

Agartala, April 26, 2024: The 2-East Tripura parliamentary constituency on Friday witnessed an impressive voter turnout of 80.32 percent till 8 PM. This robust participation underscores the vibrant democratic spirit of the Lok Sabha seat. The East Tripura Lok Sabha constituency went to the polls on Friday, with voting commencing from 7 am. The day... The post Impressive 80.32% Voter Turnout in 2-East Tripura Lok Sabha Seat; Around 1700 Electorates Boycott Vote appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura BJP denies electoral manipulation claims, calls it a tactic to confuse voters

Agartala: Tripuras BJP has staunchly rebuffed allegations of election tampering, attributing them to the diminishing sway of the opposition. BJPs state president, Rajib Bhattacharya, asserted in a press briefing that such claims are a ploy to confuse voters, as the opposition struggles with waning support. Bhattacharya underscored Tripuras commitment to upholding the integrity of elections, [] The post Tripura BJP denies electoral manipulation claims, calls it a tactic to confuse voters appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Title: Bru Refugees in Tripura Cast Votes in Lok Sabha Elections, Marking a Historic Shift

Agartala: In a significant departure from the past, Bru refugees settled in Tripura exercised their voting rights for the Lok Sabha elections without having to return to Mizoram, marking a milestone in their resettlement process. The Bru Reang Refugee camp in Tripura's Ambassa Subdivision witnessed the historic event, allowing Bru refugees to vote without having to travel to the Tripura-Mizoram boundary as they did previously. This development marks the second time the Bru refugees participated in the electoral process from within Tripura since their permanent settlement in the state, a change brought about by a central government-sponsored rehabilitation initiative launched in January 2020. The resettlement initiative followed a quadripartite agreement signed on January 16, 2020, involving the governments of India, Tripura, Mizoram, and representatives of the Bru refugees. This agreement aimed to end the prolonged displacement of the Bru community, who had fled ethnic violence in Mizoram in October 1997 and had spent over two decades in temporary camps in North Tripura. Under the rehabilitation plan, over 14,000 Bru voters were integrated into Tripura's electoral rolls after their removal from the Mizoram rolls due to their new residency status. Currently, 6,959 Bru families are being relocated to 12 identified locations across Tripura as part of the resettlement process. A comprehensive financial package of Rs 661 crore has been allocated to support the refugees' resettlement. Authorities overseeing the process confirm that most conditions of the 2020 agreement, including provisions for free ration, financial allowances, and essential commodities, are being met. This ensures a smoother transition for the refugees into their new homes and civic life, providing them with essential amenities like water, electricity, and roads. While a significant portion of the Bru population now resides in Tripura, hundreds remain in Mizoram's Mamit district, where the initial conflict occurred. The current status of these individuals regarding voter registration and participation in the upcoming November 7 assembly election in Mizoram remains uncertain due to a lack of specific data. This milestone moment in the Bru refugees' journey signifies a significant step toward normalizing their status and highlights the collaborative efforts of multiple government bodies in upholding the democratic rights and welfare of displaced communities. The Bru refugees express gratitude for the settlement and are pleased to receive essential requirements, marking a new chapter in their lives. Mamata Government Challenges CBI's Raid in Supreme Court, NSG Bomb Squad Deployed in Sandeshkhali Critique of Congress' Proposed Inheritance Tax by Nirmala Sitharaman Delhi High Court Refuses Bail to ISIS Supporter Under UAPA

Phase 2 of LS elections: 68.92% voter turnout in Tripura till 3 pm

Agartala: The Northeast state of Tripura is witnessing a high voter turnout in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections held on Friday (April 26). 68.32 per cent voter turnout was recorded in Tripura till 3 pm, the Election Commission of India (ECI) informed. The Tripura East constituency went to polls in the second phase [] The post Phase 2 of LS elections: 68.92% voter turnout in Tripura till 3 pm appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Over 600 Tripura tribal voters boycott polls over bad road

Agartala: More than 600 voters of a remote tribal village in Dhalai district, part of Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency, abstained from voting Friday due to the unrepaired condition of a 7-km village road, an election official said. The villagers, numbering around 900, have been persistently demanding repairs for months, emphasising the roads critical importance []

Amid scorching heat, Tripura East records 55 pc turnout till 1 p.m.

Agartala, April 26: Braving the scorching heat, around 55 per cent of voters cast their votes till 1 p.m. in the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency where polling is underway on Friday. Election officials said that heavy security arrangements have been made for the Tripura East seat spread across six districts to foil any incidents [] The post Amid scorching heat, Tripura East records 55 pc turnout till 1 p.m. appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Voter Enthusiasm High as East Tripura Records 54.98% Turnout till 1 PM

Agartala, April 26, 2024: As citizens exercise their democratic rights, polling in the East Tripura parliamentary constituency proceeds smoothly, with voters displaying enthusiasm despite stringent security measures. Data from the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) reveals that as of 1 pm, voter turnout in East Tripura stands at 54.98 percent, with long queues... The post Voter Enthusiasm High as East Tripura Records 54.98% Turnout till 1 PM appeared first on Northeast Today .

Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections: Tripura leads voter turnout across India till 1pm

AGARTALA: TheNortheaststate of Tripura is witnessing a high voter turnout in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections held on Friday (April 26). 54.47% voter turnout was recorded in Tripura till 1PM, theelection commission of India (ECI)informed. The Tripura East constituency went to polls in the second phase ofLok Sabha elections. Tripura East Lok Sabha [] The post Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections: Tripura leads voter turnout across India till 1pm appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Nearly 15 voters injured in bee attack during balloting in Tripura

Agartala: Around 15 voters, including women, were injured when a swarm of bees attacked the electorate, who were in the queue to cast their votes on Friday at Barabill area of Tripuras Khowai district. Election officials said that Fire and Emergency Service personnel rushed to the spot and shifted the affected voters to the Khowai Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Tripura CM, state BJP president issued notices for violating silence period

AGARTALA, April 25: Chief minister Manik Saha and state BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee were issued notices on Thursday for allegedly urging people to vote for the partys Tripura East candidate Kriti Devi Singh during the silence period, Chief Electoral Officer Puneet Rastogi said. The constituency will go to the polls on Friday and the campaign []

BSF personnel deployed for election duty in Tripura found dead inside bus

Agartala: A tragic incident has occurred in Tripuras East Parliamentary Constituency, as a 27-year-old Border Security Force (BSF) Jawan, deployed for Lok Sabha election duty, was discovered dead inside a bus while returning to a temporary camp at Kanchanpur under North District. Identified as Raksa Nargis Keshav from the 199th battalion of BSF in Panisagar, [] The post BSF personnel deployed for election duty in Tripura found dead inside bus appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Overwhelming response in rallies reflects support for PM Modi: Tripura CM

Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the overwhelming support witnessed in election campaign rallies signifies the massive support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP. Dr. Saha said this while leading a significant election rally at Pabiacherra in Kumarghat in support of BJP candidate Kriti Singh Debbarma. The [] The post Overwhelming response in rallies reflects support for PM Modi: Tripura CM appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Over 16,000 election officials depart with EVMs for 2nd phase of polls in Tripura

Agartala: Thousands of polling officials, accompanied by police personnel, have set off for their assigned polling stations with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for the upcoming East (ST) Parliamentary Constituency election slated for April 26. In the electoral battleground of Tripuras East Parliamentary Constituency, the contest pits BJP candidate Kriti Singh Debbarma against INDI Bloc candidate [] The post Over 16,000 election officials depart with EVMs for 2nd phase of polls in Tripura appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Tripura: Vote in East Seat on April 26; 13.96 Lakh Including Over 16k Bru Electorates to Exercise Franchise

Agartala, April 25, 2024: Ahead of the upcoming elections in the Tripura East parliamentary constituency, election officials have reassured the public that all necessary measures have been taken to guarantee a fair and tranquil electoral process. Scheduled for Friday, this constituency is set for its second and final phase of voting. A significant electorate of... The post Tripura: Vote in East Seat on April 26; 13.96 Lakh Including Over 16k Bru Electorates to Exercise Franchise appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura BJP Issues Show Cause Notice to VP Patal Kanya Jamatia for Alleged Remarks Against TIPRA Motha Supremo Pradyot Kishore Debbarman

Agartala, April 25, 2024: The Tripura Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken disciplinary action against its vice president, Patal Kanya Jamatia, over purported remarks made against a key allied party leader. The move comes in response to Jamatias verbal attack on Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the founder of TIPRA Motha, where he referred to... The post Tripura BJP Issues Show Cause Notice to VP Patal Kanya Jamatia for Alleged Remarks Against TIPRA Motha Supremo Pradyot Kishore Debbarman appeared first on Northeast Today .

Murder in Tripura: Man Hacked to Death in Family Dispute at Udaipur

Agartala, April 25, 2024: In an awful incident, 65-year-old man was brutally murdered at his home located at Tripuras Tepania under Udaipur sub-division in Gomati district in the wee hours of Thursday. The victim has been identified as Narayan Das was reportedly hacked to death with a sharp knife. The gruesome act was allegedly committed... The post Murder in Tripura: Man Hacked to Death in Family Dispute at Udaipur appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura: BSF Jawan Found Dead in Moving Vehicle at Kanchanpur

Agartala, April 25, 2024: In a shocking incident that has sent ripples across Tripuras Kanchanpur sub-division in North Tripura district, a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was found dead in a moving vehicle late last night. The jawan, identified as 28-year-old Rakshe Nagesh Keshab, was reportedly shot by his own service rifle. The incident took... The post Tripura: BSF Jawan Found Dead in Moving Vehicle at Kanchanpur appeared first on Northeast Today .

High-octane campaign for Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency ends

AGARTALA, April 24: The high octane campaign for the Tripura East Lok Sabha constituency ended on Wednesday. Nine candidates including BJPs Kriti Devi Debbarman and CPI(M)s Rajendra Reang are in the fray for the elections to be held on April 26. Election rallies, roadshows and door-to-door campaigns marked the campaigning by both BJP-Tipra Motha-IPFT combine []

Trade between India-Bangladesh flourishing through Assam's Karimganj

Trade between India-Bangladesh flourishing through Assam's Karimganj By Hemanta Kumar Nath The trade between India and Bangladesh through Sutarkandi Land Port in Assam's Karimganj district has witnessed a remarkable increase in the past couple of years. The local businessmen, traders, and local people are expecting that the trade (export and import) between the two neighbouring countries will increase more in the coming days. According to the Land Ports Authority of India, there are currently Eleven Land ports operational in India at Attari, Agartala, Dawki, Petrapole, Raxaul, Rupaidiha, Jogbani, Moreh, Sutarkandi, Srimantapur and PTB at Dera Baba Nanak and in 2023-24, Land Ports in India facilitated trade worth Rs 47,594 crore till January 2024. The Sutarkandi Land Port is located on the international border between India and Bangladesh in the Karimganj district of Assam. In 2007, the government of Assam built a Border Trade Centre to facilitate foreign trade at Sutarkandi and it is the main customs check post for trade flow. The centre exports fruits, coal, and silicon. Other items traded at Sutarkandi include palm and soya oil, food items, soft drinks, plastic, household goods, and waste cotton. Imdadul Hoque Choudhury, a local trader of the Sutarkandi area told ANI that, the trade between India and Bangladesh through Sutarkandi has been gradually improving and locals have also benefitted. I have been involved with this since 2016-17. 10 years before, the road connectivity was very poor here and due to bad road connectivity the trade was also affected. After the Modi government came to power trade, and road connectivity have improved. Now there is a good relationship between India and Bangladesh. The Indian government has supported us and many locals are coming out to join this trade and trade has been increasing gradually due to good relations between both governments, Imdadul Hoque Choudhury said. He further said that, on an average daily 3,500 stone-laden trucks and 300-400 coal-laden trucks go to Bangladesh. Exports from the Indian side to Bangladesh are increasing. Apart from this, the items which have been used in railway construction have also been going to Bangladesh. Ginger has also been exported. There are around 5000 families are directly or indirectly involved in trade at Sutarkandi ICP, Imdadul Hoque Choudhury said. On the other hand, Nazrul Islam, another trader in the Sutarkandi area said that, earlier the road connectivity was very bad but now it has improved. The export of items from India to Bangladesh has also increased and locals income has also increased. We are now very happy. We have seen development under the Modi government, Nazrul Islam said. Meanwhile, going to polls on April 26 in the second phase, Karimganj Lok Sabha constituencies in Assam will have a neck-to-neck and largely triangular fight between BJP, Congress, and AIUDF. Karimganj in south Assam has a sizable number of Muslim voters, particularly Bengali-speaking, who are seen as pro-Congress or AIUDF. Karimganj constituency is in the Barak Valley, a Bengali-dominated region of the state. At present, Karimganj is with BJP. In 2014, Karimganj was with Badaruddin Ajmal's AIUDF. In Karimganj, the BJP has fielded its incumbent parliamentarian Kripanath Mallah. He was elected in the Assam Legislative Assembly elections in 2011 and 2016 from Ratabari constituency. In the 2019 general elections, Kripanath Mallah won against AIUDF leader Radheshyam Biswas and Congress leader Swarup Das by securing 473,046 votes. In the 2024 elections, the Karimganj battle will be seen between BJP leader Kripanath Mallah, AIUDF leader Sahabul Islam Choudhury and Congress leader Advocate Hafeez Rashid Ahmed Choudhury. BJP which is trying to maximize its tally in the state is faced with an uphill task with the minority voters being a significant factor. However, with the AIUDF and the Congress both vying for the minority vote the BJP could benefit from the division. (ANI)

Tripura East (ST) Parliamentary Constituency Set for Peaceful Polling on April 26: CEO Puneet Agarwal Ensures Comprehensive Arrangements

Agartala, April 24, 2024: In anticipation of the upcoming polling day on April 26, 2024, all preparations have been diligently orchestrated to ensure the tranquil completion of voting procedures within Tripura East (ST) Parliamentary Constituency. Addressing the media at the Chief Electoral Officers office, Puneet Agarwal, the Chief Electoral Officer, underscored the imperative for collective... The post Tripura East (ST) Parliamentary Constituency Set for Peaceful Polling on April 26: CEO Puneet Agarwal Ensures Comprehensive Arrangements appeared first on Northeast Today .

Assams Solo Bike Rider Asmita Pal Meets Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu to Promote Girl Child Awareness

Agartala, April 24, 2024: Asmita Pal, a dedicated solo bike rider hailing from Guwahati, made a courtesy visit to Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu at Raj Bhavan in Agartala on Wednesday morning. Pal embarked on a remarkable journey to raise awareness about the girl child through solo bike riding. Starting her expedition from Guwahati on... The post Assams Solo Bike Rider Asmita Pal Meets Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu to Promote Girl Child Awareness appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura closes all schools for 4 days due to heat wave conditions

Agartala, April 24: With the state buffeted by a heat wave, the Tripura government on Wednesday declared a holiday in all schools for four days from Wednesday to provide respite to children. Tripuras Additional Secretary, Education (School) Department N.C Sharma said that in view of the prevailing heat wave and in pursuance of the advice [] The post Tripura closes all schools for 4 days due to heat wave conditions appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Assam: BJP sets Karimganj hopes on growing trade with Bangladesh

Assam: BJP sets Karimganj hopes on growing trade with Bangladesh Ahead of the second phase of polling in Assam for the 18th Lok Sabha, on April 26, the ruling BJP in the state has set its hopes of retaining the prized Karimganj constituency on the development of public infrastructure to support trade. However, the BJP candidate faces a two-fold challenge from the Congress and the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) this time even as it seeks to keep hold of the prestigious seat. Karimganj lies on the state's borders with neighbouring Bangladesh, while also sharing an inter-state border with Mizoram and Tripura. Sutarkandi, which lies about 15 km from Karimganj town, is the only trading centre or hub in the district that is home to a land port. The exchange of commerce or trade between India and Bangladesh happens majorly through the Sutarkandi Land Port in the Karimganj district. However, the volume of bilateral trade through this land port has come up by leaps and bounds over the last couple of years, under the BJP government. Local businessmen and small traders are hopeful of a further increase in trade (export and import) between New Delhi and its eastern neighbour in the coming days. According to the Land Ports Authority of India, there are 11 operational land ports in the country--at Attari, Agartala, Dawki, Petrapole, Raxaul, Rupaidiha, Jogbani, Moreh, Sutarkandi, Srimantapur and PTB at Dera Baba Nanak. Till January, this year, the Land Ports in the country facilitated trade worth a combined Rs 47,594 crores, according to official data. In 2007, the then-Assam government set up a Border Trade Centre to facilitate commerce with the country's overseas partners at Sutarkandi. A customs checkpost was also set up to enable a smoother trade flow. The Centre exports fruits, coal, and silicon through the land port, while the other items traded at Sutarkandi include palm and soya oil, food items, soft drinks, plastic, household goods, and waste cotton. Speaking to ANI ahead of polling in the constituency, Imdadul Hoque Choudhury, a trader in the Sutarkandi area, said the increase in commerce between India and Bangladesh through the land port has brought bulk benefits to locals. I have been involved in trade through this route since 2016-17. Even 10 years ago, poor road connectivity in the district affected trade. However, since the BJP-led NDA came to power at the Centre, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the volume of trade has picked up and road connectivity, too, has improved significantly. Today, India and Bangladesh share robust trade ties and the central government has helped and supported in carrying out trade on this route. The strong bilateral ties between India and Bangladesh have also led to a quantum leap in the volume of trade, Choudhury told ANI. He informed that on an average, 3500 stone-laden trucks and another 300-400 heavy commercial vehicles, carrying coal, cross over into Bangladesh. The volume of exports from the Indian side to Bangladesh has also registered an increase. Items used in railway construction are also being shipped to Bangladesh. Ginger is exported as well. There are about 5,000 families that are directly or indirectly involved and benefitted through trade through the Sutarkandi check post, Choudhury added. Nazrul Islam, another trader in the area, affirmed the improvement in road connectivity, saying, The volume of exports to Bangladesh has grown noticeably and our income through trade has also gone up. We are happy with the current state of affairs here. All the development here has happened under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi.' More than 14.14 people are registered to vote in the Karimganj Lok Sabha constituency this year. The BJP has repeated sitting MP Kripanath Mallah from this seat. He is up against the Congress' Hafiz Rashid Ahmed Choudhury and AIUDF candidate Sahabul Islam Choudhury. Karimganj Lok Sabha constituency comprises six assembly segments--Hailakandi, Algapur-Katlicherra, Karimganj North, Karimganj South, Patharkandi and Ramkrishna Nagar. (ANI)

May Bank Holidays: Get your important work done, banks will remain closed for so many days in May, see the list of holidays here

Now only a few days are left for April to end. After this, the month of May will begin, but do you know how many days banks are going to remain closed this time in May? Probably not, but like every time, this time too there will be bank holidays. In such a situation, it is obvious that you should plan your bank-related work according to bank holidays. Otherwise, you may face problems later. So let us know when the banks of your city will be closed in May. You can see the complete list of holidays for the month of May in the next slides... Banks will remain closed for so many days in May, see the complete list:- Due to May 1st being May Day, there will be a bank holiday in all the states. At the same time, banks will remain closed in Maharashtra also on 1st May due to Maharashtra Day. Then May 5 is Sunday, so banks across the country will remain closed. May 8 is the birth anniversary of Guru Rabindranath Tagore, due to which there will be a holiday for the banks of Kolkata. Banks will remain closed in Bengaluru on May 10 due to Basava Jayanti/Akshay Tritiya. Banks will remain closed across the country due to May 11 being the second Saturday. There will be a Sunday holiday on 12th May in all the banks of the country. Banks to remain closed in Gangtok on 16th May due to Statehood Day There will be a Sunday holiday on 19th May in all the banks of the country. Banks will remain closed in Agartala, Aizawl, Bhopal, Belapur, Dehradun, Itanagar, Chandigarh, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla and Srinagar due to Buddha Purnima on 23 May. May 25 is the fourth Saturday, hence there will be a holiday in banks across the country. (PC: ISTOCK)

Tripura: Teliamura Sub-Divisional Administration Stages Innovative Boat Rally to Galvanize New Voters Ahead of East Tripura LS Election

Agartala, April 24, 2024: In a bid to invigorate voter participation ahead of the impending East Tripura constituency election on April 26, the Teliamura sub-divisional administration on Tuesday orchestrated a groundbreaking boat rally, drawing the participation of key officials including the District Magistrate and District Superintendent of Police. The rally, held at the Chakmaghat Noukaghat... The post Tripura: Teliamura Sub-Divisional Administration Stages Innovative Boat Rally to Galvanize New Voters Ahead of East Tripura LS Election appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura CM foresees dissolution of INDIA bloc post loss in Lok Sabha elections

AGARTALA: Tripura chief minister Dr Manik Saha asserted that the time has come for the gradual dissolution of the Congress-led INDIA bloc, citing a growing public awareness of the alliances divisive tactics. Addressing an election rally in support of BJP candidate Kriti Singh Debbarma at Fatikroy, under Unakoti district of Tripura, CM Saha highlighted that [] The post Tripura CM foresees dissolution of INDIA bloc post loss in Lok Sabha elections appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Tripura: Five Rohingyas held in Unakoti

Agartala:At least five persons claimed to be Rohingyaswere apprehendedin Unakoti of Tripura for allegedly entering India illegally. As per reports, the fiveincludetwo minors andwere apprehendedat Piturbazar Motor Stand in Kailashahar of Unakoti district. Unakoti District Superintendent of Police, Kanta Jangirspeakingto themediasaid that the interrogation isbeing conductedto ascertain their mode of entry into the state andalsotheir [] The post Tripura: Five Rohingyas held in Unakoti appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury Campaigns for BJP Nominee Maharani Kriti Singh Debbarman at Ampi; Pradyot Vows to Serve Janjatis

Agartala, April 23, 2024: The BJP, TMP and IPFT came together to organize a stirring electoral rally at the Gallery Ground in the 41-Ampi assembly constituency under Gomati district on Tuesday. The event, aimed at galvanizing support ahead of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha election, drew a large gathering of supporters from all three parties,... The post Tripura Minister Sushanta Chowdhury Campaigns for BJP Nominee Maharani Kriti Singh Debbarman at Ampi; Pradyot Vows to Serve Janjatis appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura Ex-CM Biplab Kumar Deb Call Voters to Bid Farewell to Communist and Congress

Agartala, April 23, 2024: Tripuras former Chief Minister and incumbent Rajya Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday urged the electorates to bid farewell to the Communist and Congress parties labeling them as adversaries of the states populace. The appeal was made during an election rally organized at Raima Valley assembly constituency under Gandacherra sub-division... The post Tripura Ex-CM Biplab Kumar Deb Call Voters to Bid Farewell to Communist and Congress appeared first on Northeast Today .

Heat wave in Tripura declared state specific disaster, citizens urged to stay indoors

AGARTALA: The Tripura government has declared the ongoing heat wave in the state a state specific disaster. The Tripura government, while declaring the heat wave a state specific disaster, laid out a set of directives in an advisory. It instructed district administrations across Tripura to activate emergency operation centres and ensure the readiness of quick [] The post Heat wave in Tripura declared state specific disaster, citizens urged to stay indoors appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .

Tripura Police Nabs One Youth with Brown Sugar Worth Rs 1.20 Lakh

Agartala, April 23, 2024: The Tripura Police has reported a successful operation resulting in the apprehension of a suspect involved in the narcotics trade. The operation, which took place last night in the vicinity of Tripura University, was based on actionable intelligence received by the police force. The suspect, identified as Juton Mia, was arrested... The post Tripura Police Nabs One Youth with Brown Sugar Worth Rs 1.20 Lakh appeared first on Northeast Today .

Met Office Warns of Sweltering Conditions: Tripura to Experience 3-4C Hotter Days Ahead

Agartala, April 23, 2024: The Meteorological Department has alerted residents of Tripura to a significant heatwave expected to sweep across the region within the next three to four days. Forecasts predict a sharp rise in temperatures, potentially reaching a scorching 36C to 37C in various locales, surpassing the usual seasonal averages by a substantial 3... The post Met Office Warns of Sweltering Conditions: Tripura to Experience 3-4C Hotter Days Ahead appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura: Border Security Force Jawans Thwart Smuggling Attempt; Bangladeshi National Injured

Agartala, April 23, 2024: In a late-night operation on Monday, the vigilant jawans of the 150th Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a sugar smuggling attempt near Gate No. 181 of the Boxanagar Border Outpost (BOP) under Sepahijala district in Tripura. The incident took place around 10 PM when smugglers, employing their usual... The post Tripura: Border Security Force Jawans Thwart Smuggling Attempt; Bangladeshi National Injured appeared first on Northeast Today .

Tripura: Dr. Abhir Lal Nath Leads Successful Treatment of Cerebral Aneurysms

Agartala, April 23, 2024: Anil Das, a resident of Durganagar in the Ranirbazar area, aged 50, has triumphed over cerebral aneurysms following treatment at GBP Hospital. Guided by the expertise of Dr. Abhir Lal Nath, Dr. Sidda Reddy, and Dr. Debdatta Majumdar, his recovery marks a significant achievement. According to reports, Anil was admitted to... The post Tripura: Dr. Abhir Lal Nath Leads Successful Treatment of Cerebral Aneurysms appeared first on Northeast Today .

Lok Sabha polls: Around 2,500 voters cross border fencing to cast votes in Tripura

Lok Sabha polls: Around 2,500 voters cross border fencing to cast votes in Tripura Around 2,500 voters crossed fencing on the India-Bangladesh border to cast their votes in Tripura on April 19. The barbed wire fencing might have cast a shadow on their lives but none of them want to miss the opportunity to exercise their franchise in the biggest festival of democracy. A substantial number of voters in Tripura for historical reasons, had to stay beyond the barbed wire fencing. Those who have attained the legal age for voting are now enrolled in the electoral rolls of Tripura. Since morning, the border gates have been opened to facilitate the voting. Amid heightened security given the polls, Indian citizens, who are sort of cut off from the mainstream, expressed that they have been receiving all kinds of cooperation from the authorities so that they can cast their votes without any hassle. Speaking to ANI, an Indian citizen Hafizur Rahmanz who lives in the Bangladesh side of the barbed wire fencing said all the 50 voters who live in his village are eager to cast their votes in these elections. My name is Hafizur Rahman. I live on the other side of the fence. The situation is quite good. The voting is also proceeding smoothly. There are 19 families consisting of 50 voters. Most of them have cast their votes in the morning and the remaining voters will soon come to cast their votes, said Rahman. The voting also coincided with Jumma.. Due to Jumma, some people were busy with religious activities. All of them will certainly come to cast votes, Rahman told ANI, adding that the border gates stay open when the polling is underway. The border guarding forces deployed at the border gates verify the photo identification cards of the villagers who have to cross the fence every day. On the voting day as well, there was no exception. In the Jayanagar area, located very close to Agartala city, female BSF personnel have been discharging their duties. Ful Banu Begam, another resident of the same village that falls under the Ramnagar assembly constituency, said, The families living in our village have been participating in the election process since morning. We have faced no problems so far. Several people have already voted; others are getting ready to cast their votes. Everything is going on peacefully. We live ahead of the fence. This 80C gate behind me helps us cross the borders. According to the Returning Officer West Tripura Parliamentary seat, the total number of voters living ahead of the fence stands at 2,500. All the ahead-of-fence villages fall under the jurisdiction of the West Tripura Parliamentary Constituency. The voting turnout is satisfactory and if the trends keep rising at the same pace, the total voting turnout will certainly cross the 80 per cent mark, said RO West Tripura Dr Vishal Kumar. He said that around 34 per cent of the voters casted their vote adding that administration and police made rounds to keep a strict vigil on the safety and security of the voters. On the security measures in bordering areas given the history of violence in the area, he said, Since Ramnagar is a border-aligned area and it has a history of poll violence, we have made adequate arrangements for security personnel. Teams of administration and police have been making rounds to keep a strict vigil. According to reports received from the polling stations, the voting process is underway smoothly and no untoward incident has occurred so far. On the population living ahead of fencing areas, Dr Kumar said, If you consider the whole Parliamentary Constituency, more than 2,500 voters are residing between the zero line and fencing and most of them are living in Boxanagar. The population there is around 1,600 and all will vote here. We have seen that a large number of voters participated in the polls last year. More than 90 per cent of them cast their votes. We hope the same scenario will be there this year also. (ANI)

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West Tripura PC records 34.6 pc voting till 11 am

Agartala: The percentage of voting in the first four hours in the West Tripura parliamentary constituency was recorded at 34.6 percent, while in the Ramnagar by-poll, it was 27.62 percent, the ECI bulletin said. Voting was scheduled to begin at 7 am, but it was delayed at several polling stations due to technical snag in []

LS polls: BJP aims to continue its north-east dominance against challenge of INDIA bloc, regional issues

LS polls: BJP aims to continue its north-east dominance against challenge of INDIA bloc, regional issues As the Bharatiya Janata Party has continued to expand its footprint in the north-east, it will be looking forward to continuing with its dominance, while the INDIA bloc which is aiming to stop the BJP juggernaut from seeking a third consecutive term, will try to inflict as much damage as possible to the ruling party in the region. The eight north-eastern states -- Assam, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh -- will all go to polls in the first phase tomorrow, either fully or in phase. Assam The north-eastern state that sends the maximum number of MPs to the Lok Sabha -- 14, will undergo polls in three phases starting on April 19. Out of 14, five seats will go to polls tomorrow namely: Dibrugrah, Jorhat, Lakhimpur, Kaziranga and Sonitpur. BJP is contesting on 11 out of 14 seats in Assam, while its ally parties, Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), are contesting in two seats (Barpeta and Dhubri) and UPPL in one seat (Kokrajhar), respectively. Among the seats going to poll in the first phase Jorhat and Dibrugarh are of most significance because of high-profile contests on the seats. While in Jorhat, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has decided to challenge BJP MP Topon Kumar Gogoi, the Dibrugarh presents another big clash with former Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal taking on INDIA candidate Lurinjyoti Gogoi. Notably, the BJP has expanded its footprint in the state. From winning 5 seats in Assam in 2009, it has risen to 7 in 2014 and 9 in 2019. The party is also in power in the state since 2016. Mizoram Voting to elect the only MP Mizoram sends to the Parliament will take place in the first phase on April 19. Mizo National Front (MNF), which currently holds the seat, has fielded Vanlalvena this time from the only seat the state sends to the Parliament. In 2019, MNF's C Lalrosanga won the seat against the INC's Lalnghinglova Hmar by a margin of 8140 votes. Candidates of several major parties in the poll fray in the state, eyeing the sole LS seat; including Zoram People's Movement (ZPM)'s Richard Vanlalhmangaiha, Bharatiya Janata Party's Lalbiakzama, Mizo National Front's K Vanlalvena and Mizoram People's Conference (MPC), which has fielded Rita Malsawmi. The election comes in wake of issues of border fencing with Myanmar and suspension of Free Movement Regime between New Delhi and Naypyidaw. These issues are expected to play big role as in February, the Mizoram Assembly unanimously passed a resolution opposing the Centre's decision to fence the India-Myanmar border and scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) with the neighbouring country. Earlier, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced for immediate suspension of Free Movement Regime (FMR) between India and Myanmar to ensure the internal security of the country and to maintain the demographic structure of India's north-eastern states bordering Myanmar. In this regard, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also announced that the government has decided to construct a fence along the entire 1643-kilometre-long Indo-Myanmar border to facilitate better surveillance and ensure a patrol track along the border. The assembly polls were also conducted recently in the state, in which ZPM-led by Lalduhawma overthrew the MNF rule by registering a massive victory winning 27 out of 40 seats. Tripura The state of Tripura is another crucial front in the north-east, where the BJP will be looking forward to continue its recent momentum. There are two parliamentary seats in Tripura. The West Tripura parliamentary constituency will go to the polls on April 19 and polling for East Tripura is slated on April 26. Notably, BJP won both seats in the 2019 elections. The party is also in power in the state since 2018, when it formed the government under the leadership of Biplab Deb. The party decided to change the Chief Minister in 2022, and Manik Saha took over the post. BJP also won the 2023 assembly elections in the state winning 32 out of 60 seats. This time, BJP has fielded a strong face in former Chief Minister Biplab Deb from West Tripura. He is up against Congress' Asish Kumar Saha, who left BJP in 2022 and was made party's state chief. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said this week that 2024 Lok Sabha elections holds high significance in re-electing Narendra Modi as the Prime Minister for a third term and in making a corruption-free and developed nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recently emphasised the importance of north-east region and said that it is an issue of 'priority' for him and not just 'poltiics'. North East plays a major role in making India 'Viksit'. After years of Independence and during the rule of Congress justice was not done with the capabilities of the states in North East. Communists ruled in Tripura and they just destroyed the people of Tripura. But, today in Delhi there is a government that continuously thinks about North East and Tripura. North East 'mere liye politics ka nahi, prem aur prathmikta ka vishay hai, he said during a rally in Agartala.Arunachal Pradesh The state of Arunachal Pradesh also presents a high-profile contest with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in the poll fray. The state has two parliamentary constituencies, Arunachal East and Arunachal West. The Assembly elections will be held concurrently with the Lok Sabha elections for these two seats in Arunachal on April 19. The votes will be counted on June 4. The Minister of Earth Sciences is up against Nabam Tuki from the Indian National Congress (INC). Rijiju, a prominent figure in Arunachal Pradesh politics, has held this seat since 2014. Meanwhile, Nabam Tuki, a veteran leader and former state chief minister, is the candidate representing the Congress. BJP won one seat in 2014 while upped its tally and came out victorious on both seats in 2019. The state is going to polls at a time when neighbouring China has came up with its co-called renaming of 30 places in the state. Beijing's action has received strong condemnation from New Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar have repeatedly asserted that irrespective of what China does, Arunchal Pradesh is and will remain an 'integral' part of India. Sikkim Sikkim is another state which will undergo Lok Sabha elections and assembly polls simultaneously on April 19. In 2019, Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM)'s Indra Hhang Subba won the lone Lok Sabha seat from the state in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The SKM also won 17 out of 32 seats in the Assembly polls while the Sikkim Democratic Front won 15 seats. This time, SKM has repeated Subba from the seat. BJP has fielded Dinesh Chandra Nepal while the Congress candidate from the seat is Gopal Chhetri. SDF, on the other hand, has fielded Prem Das Rai. Meghalaya Meghalaya has two Lok Sabha constituencies: Shillong and Tura, both of which will go for polling tomorrow. Key political parties and alliances in Meghalaya include the INDIA bloc represented by the Indian National Congress, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), and the Regional Democratic Alliance. The state will witness a multi-cornered contest for its two Lok Sabha seats, with 10 candidates vying for victory. The BJP is not contesting and NDA will be represented by National People's Party (NPP). In 2019, Congress' Vincent Pala and National People's Party candidate Agatha Sangma won the two seats in the state. This time Congress has repeated Pala from Shillong and fielded Saleng Sangma from Tura. NPP has repeated Agatha Sangma from Tura and fielded Mazel Ampareen Lyngdoh from Shillong. TMC has also fielded its candidate Zenith M Sangma from the Tura constituency. Nagaland. The state of Nagaland sends only one MP to the Lok Sabha, which will go to polls tomorrow. In 2019, the NDPP-BJP coalition secured a significant victory over the Indian National Congress, emerging as the winner. The seat is currently being held by Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party candidate Tokheho Yepthomi. However, he has not been repeated from the seat. NDPP has fielded Chumben Murry as the NDA candidate from the seat. The Congress party has fielded Supongmeren Jamir from the seat. Earlier, BJP exuded confidence that their alliance would register a huge victory from the lone seat. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had visited Kohima as part of his Bharat Jodo Naya Yatra in January this year. Manipur The north-eastern state, which has been grappling with ethnic violence for close to a year, will also participate in the country's festival of democracy, but in a special manner. Manipur will poll in two phases, with Inner Manipur voting on April 19 and Outer Manipur in both phases, on April 19 and 26. While there is no official word on the rationale behind holding the polls in Outer Manipur in both the phases, it is believed that the decision was taken after assessing security concerns in the violence-hit state. A total of 15 assembly segments will see polling for the Lok Sabha on April 19, while another 13 assembly segments will poll on April 26. Significantly, the district of Churachandpur, which was epicentre of the ethnic violence that erupted last year, leaving many dead while displacing still more in the face of rampant violence and arsoning, will also go to polls in the opening phase on April 19. Currently, the two constituencies are held by Minister of State Rajkumar Ranjan Singh (Inner Manipur) and Naga People Front's Lorho Phoze (Outer Manipur). This time, however, the NPF is going into the polls as a partner in the BJP-led NDA. The BJP, earlier, announced its support for NPF candidate for Outer Manipur, Kachui Timothy Zimik. Zimik is up against Congress MLA Alfred K Arthur, who is the joint Opposition candidate of the INDIA bloc. BJP has fielded Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh from Inner Manipur and decided against repeating its MoS Rajkumar Ranjan Singh. He is up against Congress' Angomcha Bimol Akoijam. The 2024 Lok Sabha elections to elect the 543 members of the 18th Lok Sabha will be held in seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The results will be announced on June 4. The Bharatiya Janata party will aim to hold and expand its dominance in the north-east while seeking a third consecutive term at the Centre. In its election manifesto, the party has said that it will continue its effective efforts to establish peace in the North-East and phase out the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act. We will continue our efforts to address the issues in the disturbed areas and remove AFSPA in a phased manner. We will further work towards the resolution of inter-state border disputes amongst Northeastern states through sustained efforts, the party said in its manifesto. Meanwhile, the INDIA bloc, mainly led by Congress, will be looking to inflict some damage to NDA in these states riding on regional issues especially the situation in Manipur. (ANI)

Today, we champion the Act East Policy, driving forward the regions development PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing an election rally in Agartala, Tripura said that his government focused on the development of the North East region as part of the Act East policy. PM Modi highlighted how the North-East languished under the Loot East Policy of the Congress-INDI Alliance. A decade ago,...

Elections 2024: 21 states, UTs set for polling in phase one; 102 LS seats in fray

The first phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will see 102 constituencies across 21 states and union territories go to polls on Friday. The first phase of polling will take place across all 39 seats in Tamil Nadu, all five seats in Uttarakhand, both seats in Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Meghalaya, and the sole seat in Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim, respectively. Polling will also take place for 12 out of 25 seats in Rajasthan, eight out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, six out of 29 seats in Madhya Pradesh, five out of 48 seats in Maharashtra, five out of 14 seats in Assam, and four out of 40 seats in Bihar. Additionally, three out of 42 seats in West Bengal, one out of 11 seats in Chhattisgarh, and one out of two seats in Tripura will be contested. In the union territories, one out of five seats in Jammu and Kashmir, as well as the sole seats in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry, will be up for grabs. Voting for the 543 Lok Sabha seats will take place across seven phases from April 19 to June 1, with the counting of votes slated for June 4. Separately, voting will also be held for 92 assembly seats in the state elections in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim on Friday. Of the 102 Lok Sabha seats, the BJP had won 39 in 2019, with the ruling alliance NDA bagging 12, five and three of them in Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and West Bengal, respectively. The BJP's existing allies hold seven of them. And in Tamil Nadu, the DMK-led alliance had swept 38 of the 39 seats in 2019 general elections. Amongst the prominent leaders trying their electoral luck in phase one are Union ministers Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur, Kiren Rijiju from Arunachal Pradesh (West), Arjun Ram Meghwal from Bikaner, Sarbanada Sonowal from Dibrugarh in Assam, Sanjeev Baliyan from Muzaffarnagar in western UP, Jitendra Singh from Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir and Bhupendra Yadav from Alwar in Rajasthan. Tamilisai Soundararajan, who recently resigned as governor of Telangana and Lt Governor of Puducherry to return to active politics, is contesting from Chennai South Lok Sabha constituency. Nakul Nath, son of Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Kamal Nath, is seeking reelection from Chhindwara. Will the BJP's lotus bloom in Tamil Nadu? Tamil Nadu is gearing up for polls a mid fierce campaigning and an intense three-way political battle between the alliances led by state heavyweightsthe DMK and the AIADMKand the BJP, respectively. With elections for 39 Lok Sabha seats looming, approximately 6.23 crore voters are poised to cast their ballots across nearly 68,000 polling stations. The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has made unprecedented efforts to gain ground in the Dravidian stronghold. Modi's exhaustive campaign across Tamil Nadu, including rallies in Chennai, Coimbatore, Vellore, and Tirunelveli, underscores the BJP's determination to break its electoral jinx in the state. From raking up alleged corruption and 'parivarvad' politics of the DMK-Congress alliance to the Katchatheevu issue, Modi left no stone unturned in his nine visit to the state Coimbatore, the hub of western Tamil Nadu, is the most keenly watched constituency in the state and the BJP's K Annamalai is slogging to emerge victorious, battling against Dravidian giants the DMK and AIADMK. Meanwhile, the DMK, led by Chief Minister Stalin, has campaigned on platforms of social justice and welfare measures, portraying the elections as a battle against the BJP's divisive politics. Throughout the campaign, Stalin has repeatedly emphasised the importance of these elections, likening them to a second independence movement aimed at freeing the nation from the BJP's influence. In contrast, the AIADMK, under the leadership of Edappadi K Palaniswami, has staunchly defended its record in governance and taken a strong stance against the DMK's campaign. Palaniswami has vigorously addressed various issues, including law and order, and has accused the BJP of discrimination based on caste and religion. Despite facing challenges from both the DMK and BJP, the AIADMK remains confident in its ability to weather the storm, with Palaniswami asserting that the party will emerge victorious with the support of the electorate. UP: Eight seats up for grabs in India's largest state The first phase of the seven-phase parliamentary election in western Uttar Pradesh sees voters in eight Lok Sabha constituencies exercising their constitutional right. These constituencies, falling in the Jat and sugarcane belt, include Saharanpur, Bijnor, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Nagina, Moradabad, Rampur, and Pilibhit, spread across nine districts. The contest is three-cornered, primarily between the ruling BJP-led NDA, the Samajwadi Party (SP), and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). The BJP has allied with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), while the SP has partnered with INDIA bloc ally Congress. The BSP, however, decided to go solo. Key issues for voters include employment, education, and development. A total of 80 candidates, including seven women, are in the fray. The eligible voter count stands at 1.43 crore, with a significant Muslim voter presence ranging from 35 to 50 percent. Notable candidates include Jitin Prasada from Pilibhit, who got the ticket over sitting BJP MP Varun Gandhi , Union Minister Sanjeev Balyan from Muzaffarnagar, and Azad Samaj Party chief Chandra Shekhar Azad from Nagina. In the previous 2019 polls, the BJP secured victories in Muzaffarnagar, Kairana, and Pilibhit, the BSP won in Saharanpur, Nagina and Bijnor, while the SP won in Moradabad and Rampur, the stronghold of its jailed leader Azam Khan. However, the party later lost Rampur to BJP in a bypoll. Cracking the Jat code: BJP's strategic courting of RLD and what it means in western Uttar Pradesh Maharashtra: Polls in 5 LS seats; Gadkari among 97 nominees in fray More than 95 lakh voters are eligible to exercise their franchise on Friday in the first phase of Lok Sabha polls in Maharashtra , covering five of the 48 constituencies, where 97 candidates, including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari of the BJP, are in fray. Polling will be held in the constituencies of Nagpur, Ramtek (SC), Bhandara-Gondia, Chandrapur and Naxal-hit Gadchiroli-Chimur (ST), all located in the easternmost parts of the state. There are 95,54,667 voters in the five Lok Sabha constituencies in the Vidarbha region where voting will take place on Friday. Of these, 48,28,142 are male, 47,26,178 are female and 347 are transgender voters, according to a statement from the state electoral office. In Nagpur, which houses the RSS headquarters, a direct fight is on cards between Gadkari, who is seeking a third term, and Congress candidate Vikas Thakre. First phase of LS polls in Maharashtra: It's Congress party's 'caste calculations' vs BJP's 'Modi charisma' In Chandrapur, BJP candidate and Maharashtra minister Sudhir Mungantiwar is facing Congress nominee Pratibha Dhanorkar, wife of late parliamentarian Suresh Dhanorkar, who was the lone MP from the grand old party to be elected from Maharashtra in 2019 from the seat. In Bhandara-Gondia, the BJP has fielded sitting MP Sunil Mendhe, who is pitted against Congress candidate Dr Prashant Patole. Two-time Lok Sabha MP of BJP, Ashok Nete, is contesting against Congress nominee Dr Namdev Kirsan in Gadchiroli-Chimur (ST), where some areas are affected Naxal insurgency. In the 2019 elections, Nete had defeated Congress candidate Dr Namdev Usendi. In Ramtek (SC), the fight is between Shyamkumar Barwe of the Congress and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's candidate Raju Parwe. Maharashtra, which has 48 Lok Sabha seats, the second highest after Uttar Pradesh, will vote in five phases between April 19 and May 20. Rajasthan: 12 seats in fray; will BJP's dominance continue? In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan, 12 out of 25 seats will be contested. Polling will be held in Churu, Nagaurm, Ganganagar, Jhunjhunu, Bikaner, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur and Dausa. According to chief electoral officer Praveen Gupta, a total of 2.54 crore voters are set to vote in the first phase on Friday. Notably, a Union minister is among the 114 candidates in the fray. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal is contesting from Bikaner against Congress candidate Govind Ram Meghwal. The Bharatiya Janata Party won all 25 seats in Rajasthan on its own in 2014, and in 2019, the NDA won 25 seats, the saffron party won 24 seats and the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) won one seat. Key constituencies include Nagaur, witnessing a contest between the RLP, now in alliance with Congress, and the BJP, and Churu, with former BJP MP Rahul Kaswan contesting as a Congress candidate. In Sikar, the CPI(M) is challenging the BJP's incumbent MP. The ruling BJP focused its campaign on PM Modi's popularity and its infrastructure work, while the Congress raised issues of central agency misuse and unemployment. Notable campaigners include PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi. The second phase of the elections in Rajasthan will be held on April 26. In the second phase, polls will be held in 13 Lok Sabha constituencies: Tonk, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar. MP: Six LS seats in action, including Kamal Nath's bastion Six constituents will be in action during the first phase of the four phases for the Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh. The constituencies include Shahdol, Mandla, Jabalpur, Balaghat, Chhindwara, and Sidhi, covering 13 districts and 27 assembly segments. A total of 88 candidates are in the fray, with Jabalpur having the highest number at 19 and Shahdol the lowest at 10. The total number of registered voters across the six constituencies is 1,13,09,636, with arrangements made for shelter, water, and medical assistance at polling booths due to the hot weather. In the 2019 elections, the BJP secured 28 out of 29 Lok Sabha seats, while the Congress won only one seat in Chhindwara, held by Nakul Nath, the son of former Chief Minister Kamal Nath. The second, third and fourth phases of the elections will take place on April 26, May 7 and May 13. Kamal Nath fighting lone battle to help son win Chhindwara and protect home turf Over 75 lakh voters to decide four seats in Bihar In Bihar, the stage is set for the first phase more than 75 lakh voters will decide the fate of 38 candidates standing in four constituencies: Nawada, Aurangabad, Gaya and Jamui. Tight security arrangements are in place at Nawada and Aurangabad, besides reserved seats in Gaya and Jamui, where a majority of nearly 5,000 polling booths have been marked as sensitive, given these districts' long history of naxal violence. Nawada, with 20.06 lakh voters, sees a tough battle primarily between the BJP's Vivek Thakur and the RJD's Shravan Kushwaha, with Independent candidate Binod Yadav adding complexity. Gaya, with 18.18 lakh voters, witnesses 14 candidates, including former CM Jitan Ram Manjhi, an NDA ally, and RJD's Kumar Sarvajeet. Jamui, with 19.07 lakh voters, features a showdown between Arun Bharti from Chirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) and RJD's Archana Ravidas. The party's president Chirag Paswan, whose sister is married to Bharti, has shifted base to Hajipur after having represented the seat for two consecutive terms. Aurangabad, with over 18 lakh voters, sees BJP's Sushil Kumar Singh facing RJD's Abhay Kushwaha. 76.01 lakh voters, including 36.38 lakh females and 255 belonging to the third gender, are expected to cast their votes. Uttarakhand: Can BJP 'three-peat' clean sweep? Uttarakhand's all five Lok Sabha seats go into polling in phase one, with the BJP aiming to retain the seats for the third time and the Congress looking to regain lost ground in the state. The five seats going to polls on Friday are Haridwar, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar and the lone reserved seat of Almora. The BJP won all five seats in Uttarakhand in the 2014 and 2019 general elections. More than 83 lakh voters will decide the fate of 55 candidates in the fray. Sitting BJP MPs Ajay Bhatt, Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah and Ajay Tamta have been fielded by the party from Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar, Tehri Garhwal and Almora, respectively. The BJP has replaced its candidates in Haridwar and Pauri Garhwal. Former chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat is contesting in place of Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank from Haridwar and Anil Baluni in place of Tirath Singh Rawat from Pauri Garhwal. The Congress has fielded former PCC president Ganesh Godiyal from Pauri Garhwal, former chief minister Harish Rawat's son Virendra Rawat from Haridwar, Jot Singh Gunsola from Tehri Garhwal, Prakash Joshi from Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar and Pradeep Tamta from Almora. Candidates from the Bahujan Samaj Party, Uttarakhand Kranti Dal and relatively smaller outfits and independents are also in the fray, but straight contests are likely between traditional rivalsthe BJP and Congressin all the seats. Experts say that Haridwar's demography, which has substantial minority and Dalit votes, may also not be a cakewalk for the BJP's Trivendra Rawat, despite his advantage over his rival in terms of experience, as Congress veteran Harish Rawat, who had won the seat in 2009, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure his son's victory from the seat. If the Modi factor works again as it did in 2014 and 2019, overriding all other factors, the BJP will obviously reap the benefits but if unemployment, inflation, continued migration from the hills and performance of BJP MPs over the past 10 years outweigh the national issues, the Congress will gain, political analyst Jaisingh Rawat said. Bengal: Triangular tussle between TMC, BJP and Cong-Left In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal, all attention is on Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduars constituencies in north Bengal. A total of 56,26,108 voters are eligible to vote in 5,814 booths in this phase. Coochbehar, where Union Minister Nisith Pramanik faces TMC's Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia, remains significant due to past violence and political rivalries. The deployment of central forces is higher in Coochbehar compared to the other two constituencies. Both BJP and TMC have intensified their campaigns, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee addressing rallies. Key issues include corruption allegations against ruling party leaders, denial of central funds, and the 2021 Sitalkuchi firing incident. The BJP won all three constituencies in the 2019 general elections and maintained its grip in Coochbehar and Alipurduars in the 2021 assembly polls. But, the TMC had the upper hand in Jalpaiguri in the 2021 assembly polls, winning five and the saffron party managed to win two. The Left Front and Congress are contesting together, having secured only single-digit vote shares in 2019. The BJP has renominated Jayanta Roy in Jalpaiguri and Pramanik in Cooch Behar, but replaced last time's winner John Barla with the party's Madarihat MLA Manoj Tigga in Alipurduars. The TMC has, however, changed candidates in all three seats, fielding Prakash Chik Baraik in Alipurduars, Nirmal Chandra Roy in Jalpaiguri and Sitai MLA Basunia in Coochbehar. Direct, triangular contests in Assam's five LS seats Assam gears up for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls in five constituencies, with 35 candidates vying for victory, including Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal . The electorate of 86,47,869, comprising 43,64,859 women and 42,82,887 male voters, will cast their votes in 10,001 polling booths under tight security with 60 companies of security forces deployed. The BJP is contesting in all five seats, the Congress in four and supporting the Assam Jatiya Parishad contestant in one, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in two and the All India Trinamool Congress and CPI(M) in one seat each. A direct contest is on the cards between the BJP and Congress in Jorhat, Kaziranga and Lakhimpur, while in Dibrugarh and Sonitpur, there is likely to be a triangular fight among the ruling party, Congress, AJP and AAP. The prestigious Dibrugarh constituency has three candidates in fray: BJP's Sonowal, a Rajya Sabha MP, pitted against the United Opposition Forum, Assam (UOFA) candidate Lurinjyoti Gogoi of the AJP and AAP's Manoj Dhanowar. In Jorhat, four candidates are in contention, with Lok Sabha's Deputy Leader of the Opposition Gaurav Gogoi locked in a direct contest with sitting BJP MP Topon Gogoi. Gogoi had to shift his constituency to Jorhat from Kaliabor, which has been renamed Kaziranga following a delimitation exercise in the state last year. In Kaziranga, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa is locked in a direct contest with former Congress MLA Roselina Tirkey, with both candidates belonging to the tea workers' community. Kaziranga has the highest number of 11 candidates in the fray. In Sonitpur, also renamed from the earlier Tezpur after delimitation, there are eight nominees, with a triangular contest likely between BJP MLA Ranjit Dutta, Congress candidate Prem Lal Ganju and AAP's Rishiraj Kaundinya. Lakhimpur has nine contestants, prominent among them being sitting BJP MP Pradan Baruah and Uday Shankar Hazarika of the Congress. Two LS seats in strife-torn Manipur go to polls Manipur gears up for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections amid tight security measures, particularly in the wake of recent ethnic violence. The Inner Manipur Lok Sabha seat, which comprises 32 of the 60 assembly segments in the state, and 15 assembly segments of the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha seat will go to polls in the first phase on Friday. Six candidates, including state Education Minister Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh of the BJP and Angomcha Bimol Akoijam of the Congress, are in the fray for the Inner Manipur seat. Outer Manipur, which is reserved for Scheduled Tribes, will witness a four-cornered contest between Naga People's Front's K Timothy Zimik, Congress' Alfred Kanngam Arthur and independent candidates Kho John and Alyson Abonmai, with all the candidates being Nagas. A total of 9.91 lakh voters are eligible in Inner Manipur and over 10.22 lakh voters in Outer Manipur. Special arrangements have been made for people displaced due to ethnic strife, with special polling stations set up. The campaigning has been subdued due to the prevailing tensions, and security has been heightened with the deployment of central armed police forces, especially in vulnerable and critical polling stations. Polling personnel have been dispatched to their respective stations, with special provisions for internally displaced people. The election authorities have ensured gender diversity in the management of polling stations, with some stations being exclusively manned by women. Despite the challenges posed by the recent unrest, efforts are underway to conduct the elections in a free, fair, and peaceful manner. Tripura and Nagaland In Tripura, the first phase of Lok Sabha polls will see voting for the Tripura West Parliamentary constituency and a by-poll in the Ramnagar Assembly. The main contest in Tripura West is between the BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb and state Congress president Asish Kumar Saha. With 14.61 lakh eligible voters, including 7.33 lakh males and 7.28 lakh females, the constituency has 1682 polling booths. Central paramilitary forces will secure all booths, with webcasting from each. In the Ramnagar Assembly by-election, BJP's Agartala Mayor Dipak Majumer faces former CPI(M) MLA Ratan Das, with 54,669 electors deciding their fate. In Nagaland, over 13.25 lakh voters will decide the fate of three candidates. Congress nominee S Supongmeren Jamir, Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and People's Democratic Alliance (PDA) candidate Chumben Murry and Independent Hayithung Tungoe Lotha are contesting the elections. BJP President J P Nadda, Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, and Deputy Chief Ministers T R Zeliang and Y Patton addressed several rallies in support of their candidate. Polling will run from 7 am to 4 pm, with 13,25,383 eligible voters, including 19,999 first-time voters and 6,707 people with disabilities. Female voters slightly outnumber male voters. In 2019, NDPP's Tokheho Yepthomi won against Congress's K L Chishi. J-K: Udhampur LC seat in action amid ceasefire The Udhampur seat in Jammu and Kashmir will go to polls on Friday in the first phase of the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections. In view of the ongoing ceasefire between India and Pakistan and the heavy deployment of paramilitary forces, the voting process is expected to be peaceful in 2,637 polling stations in the Udhampur Lok Sabha constituency, a senior election official said. Union Minister Jitendra Singh is eyeing a third consecutive term in the constituency after winning the seat for BJP in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections, facing a major challenge from Congress candidate Choudhary Lal Singh, who had also won the seat twice in 2004 and 2009. Democratic Progressive Azad Party's (DPAP) candidate G M Saroori, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) candidate Amit Kumar and six independents will also be contesting the elections from the Udhampur constituency. According to officials, there are 16,23,195 eligible voters. Among them, 845,283 are men, 777,899 are women and 13 are third-gender voters. There are a total of 84,468 potential first-time voters, aged 1819, of whom 45,825 are men, 38,641 are women and two are third genders, the officials said. Lone Puducherry segment all set for three-way fight The fate of the 26 candidates in fray for the Lok Sabha polls will be sealed on Friday when voters spread across four regions will pick the lone MP from this union territory, where the fight is largely confined between the ruling BJP and Congress. BJP leader and Home Minister A Namassivayam, fielded on behalf of the AINRC-BJP combine, will face off Congress MP and PCC president V Vaithilingam, while AIADMK's G Tamizhvendhan is also testing his luck as a debutant. The Union Territory has a total of 10,23,699 voters spread over Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam regions. Andaman's lone seat in action The lone seat in Andaman and Nicobar Islands will see 3.15 lakh voters get an opportunity to exercise their franchise. A total of 12 candidates, including two women and five independents, are in the fray for the polls. Of the 3.15 lakh voters, 1.64 lakh are men and 1.51 lakh are women, while there are four third-gender voters. The electorate also includes 39 voters from the Great Nicobarese tribe of the Strait Islands, 68 members of the Onge tribe at Hut Bay and 98 members of the Shompen tribe of Great Nicobar Island. Special polling stations have been established for them. This time, the saffron party has nominated Bishnu Pada Ray as its candidate, while the Congress has fielded its sitting MP, Kuldeep Rai Sharma. Ray was first elected to Lok Sabha in 1999, when he defeated Congress candidate Sharma by 2,990 votes. He was re-elected in 2009 and again in 2014. In the 2019 elections, however, Sharma secured a victory against BJP's Vishal Jolly (Ray was denied a ticket) by a narrow margin of 1,407 votes.

LS poll battle: Only 9.83 pc candidates are women in NE states

Itanagar/Agartala, April 18: Like previous Parliamentary elections, there are very few women candidates contesting in the 18th Lok Sabha elections in the six northeastern states, where filing of nominations were completed. According to the Election Commission data, only six women (9.83 per cent) out of 61 candidates are contesting on 10 seats in six states [] The post LS poll battle: Only 9.83 pc candidates are women in NE states appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Multi-cornered contest in 15 Northeastern seats going to polls in first phase Friday

Agartala: A multi-cornered contest will be witnessed in 15 Lok Sabha seats in the eight northeastern states as the first phase of the 7-phase parliamentary elections is held Friday. The Election Commission has made elaborate arrangements and deployed a large number of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel along with thousands of state forces for []

Congress adopted loot east policy; BJP turned it into Act East policy: PM

AGARTALA, April 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday slammed the Congress, saying the party had adopted the loot east policy while the BJP turned it into the Act East policy. Addressing an election rally here, the Prime Minister said Tripura has witnessed pioneering transformations under the BJP government. The Congress had adopted the loot []

Has PM adopted bluff and rule policy for Tripura, asks Congress

NEW DELHI, April 17: The Congress on Wednesday alleged that there is rampant political violence in BJP-ruled Tripura and questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modis silence on the issue. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh attacked the prime minister ahead of his Lok Sabha poll rally in Agartala, asking whether he has adopted a bluff and rule []

Congress hopes anti-incumbency factors to work in Tripura West LS seat

AGARTALA, April 17: Former Tripura CM and BJP nominee Biplab Kumar Deb is banking on the development and welfare schemes of the government to win the Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency while his opponent Asis Kumar Sabha of Congress is hopeful that the anti-incumbency factor will help him win the elections. Deb, who built a []

Campaign ends for Tripura West LS seat, by-poll to assembly constituency

AGARTALA, April 17: The campaign for Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency and Ramnagar Assembly constituency by-poll ended at 5 pm on Wednesday. All preparations including security arrangements have been made for the polling to be held on April 19, an election department official said. Rallies, public meetings and roadshows marked the two-week long high decibel []

NFR to operate two pairs of summer special trains

HT Bureau GUWAHATI, April 17: For the convenience of the passengers during the summer, the Northeast Frontier Railways (NFR) will operate two pairs of summer special trains. While one train will operate between Guwahati and SMVT Bengaluru, the other will operate from Agartala in Tripura to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai. Both the special []

Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi attacks Congress in his election rallies

Addressing a rally in Agartala, Modi slammed Congress, saying the party had adopted the 'loot' east policy while BJP had turned it into the 'Act East' policy. He said Tripura has witnessed pioneering transformations under the BJP government. Speaking at Nalbari, he said the law against triple talaq had liberated Muslim women, benefiting not just them but also their families, including fathers and brothers.

CPI-M made Tripura hub of corruption: PM

Agartala, April 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday slammed Congress and CPI-M for making Tripura a hub of corruption before Bharatiya Janata Party came to power. Addressing a massive rally for BJP candidates Biplab Kumar Deb and Kriti Singh Debbarma, Modi appealed voters to ensure victory of saffron party candidates in the upcoming... The post CPI-M made Tripura hub of corruption: PM first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

Congress adopts 'loot' east policy while BJP turns it into Act East policy: PM Modi in Agartala.

Congress adopts 'loot' east policy while BJP turns it into Act East policy: PM Modi in Agartala. Congress adopts 'loot' east policy while BJP turns it into Act East policy: PM Modi in Agartala.

PM Modi to address election rally in Agartala on April 17

AGARTALA, April 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an election rally in Agartala on Wednesday, a state BJP leader said. Modi is scheduled to land here at 1.45 pm, and will then head to the Swami Vivekananda ground to take part in the public meeting, BJPs state general secretary Amit Rakshit said. Keeping in []

Tripura CM mulls to reopen political murder cases, will seek legal advice after polls

Tripura CM mulls to reopen political murder cases, will seek legal advice after polls Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said he is considering reopening all political murder cases that allegedly took place during the Left Front regime and would seek legal opinion after the Lok Sabha polls. The Left Front ruled the state for 35 years in two phases - from 1978 to 1988 and 1993 to 2018. ''A total of 69 people were killed in South Tripura district alone during the Left Front regime. The number of casualties will be much higher if records of all the districts are put together'', he said during an election rally at Banamalipur in Agartala. Saha underscored the government's commitment to seek legal opinion on reopening the cases after the polls. ''The government is considering reopening all the political murder cases that occurred during the Left Front rule for investigation and justice. We will seek opinions of legal experts on how to reopen the cases after the polls conclude'', he said. Taking a swipe at opposition parties, Saha cited the imprisonment of a high-profile personality on corruption charges and rifts within the opposition INDIA bloc as indicators of impending change. ''One has already been jailed for corruption while the Congress could not team up with the CPI(M) in Kerala. The INDIA bloc is not united'', he said. Expressing confidence in the BJP's electoral prospects, Saha predicted a significant victory for the NDA in the upcoming parliamentary elections, attributing it to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts towards inclusive development. Earlier in the day, Saha participated in a bike rally in his constituency Town Bardowali, and urged voters to support Biplab Kumar Deb, the BJP nominee for Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency, which goes to voting on April 19.

BJP govt to reopen cases of political murders perpetrated in previous regimes: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala, April 15: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that his government has been contemplating reopening cases of political murders reportedly carried out during the previous Left Front and Congress regimes. Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, while talking to the media said that after the completion of the Lok Sabha election process, [] The post BJP govt to reopen cases of political murders perpetrated in previous regimes: Tripura CM Manik Saha appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Security beefed up in Agartala ahead of PM Modis visit on April 17

Security beefed up in Agartala ahead of PM Modis visit on April 17 Agartala: Elaborate security arrangements have been made in Tripuras capital city Agartala and its outskirts in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit on April 17. The West Tripura district administration has also declared a no-fly zone and red zone over [] The post Security beefed up in Agartala ahead of PM Modis visit on April 17 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Agartala, to address poll rallies in Tripura, Manipur on Monday The Indian Express

Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Agartala, to address poll rallies in Tripura, Manipur on MondayThe Indian Express

CPI(M) still a challenge for BJP in Tripura, says CM Manik Saha

Agartala: Though the CPI(M) has been out of power in Tripura for six years, the Left party is still a major political force in the state and cannot be ignored by the ruling BJP, Chief Minister Manik Saha said. The CPI(M) has supporters and well-wishers since it ruled the state first for a decade from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

BJP eyeing historic winning margins in both Tripura seats: CM

By Biswendu Bhattacharjee Agartala, April 13 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said BJP was confident of landslide wins in both the parliamentary seats in the state in the upcoming elections, riding on the planks of development, commerce and peace established under PM Narendra Modi. Saha, who has addressed over 100 poll rallies... The post BJP eyeing historic winning margins in both Tripura seats: CM first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

LS Polls: Hectic preparations underway for Amit Shahs visit to Tripura, Manipur on April 15

Agartala/Imphal, April 13: Hectic preparations are underway ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shahs much-expected visit to Manipur and Tripura on Monday to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections. BJP sources said that the Home Minister would arrive in Tripura on Monday (April 15) morning and after addressing an election rally in northern Tripuras Kumarghat, [] The post LS Polls: Hectic preparations underway for Amit Shahs visit to Tripura, Manipur on April 15 appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Tripura: BJP is contesting to ensure a historic winning margin: Chief Minister: Manik Saha

Agartala, Apr 13 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Saturday said BJP will win with a landslide victory in both the parliamentary constituencies in Tripura in the ensuing elections, adding the party has been campaigning hard to increase the winning margin. In an exclusive talk with UNI Dr Saha who has already crossed... The post Tripura: BJP is contesting to ensure a historic winning margin: Chief Minister: Manik Saha first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

Congress ramps up campaign ahead of 1st phase of polls

NEW DELHI : With Congress top leadership including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Priyanka Gandhi, hitting the campaign trail, the party is gearing up for the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections on April 19. Sources suggest that Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi may also attend a few rallies in the coming days, though not as extensively as in the previous general elections. The party;s star campaigner Rahul Gandhis rallies and roadshows in poll-bound states like Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Rajasthan are already generating buzz, according to a party functionary. Gandhi is scheduled to hold rallies in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra on Saturday and will cover more states in the lead-up to the first phase of elections. Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is also set to play a crucial role in the campaigns, as per sources. While her presence at the first INDIA rally on Ramlila grounds hinted at her special role in organisational affairs, sources reveal theres significant demand from several states for her participation in rallies and roadshows. Priyanka can connect with the masses and draw crowds. She played a pivotal role in the Congress victory in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka assembly elections, said a party leader. Priyanka will hold public meetings in Uttarakhand on Saturday and attend roadshows in Agartala on April 16. The party is aggressively pushing its Nyay guarantee cards through door-to-door campaigns and digitally. Congress claims to have already distributed eight crore physical copies of the guarantee cards and sent one crore copies digitally. The response we have received has been phenomenal. At a time when the BJP has barely convened a Manifesto Committee, we are reaching the last voter with our guarantee, said Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh. Volunteers from abroad are also playing a crucial role in the campaigns, according to the functionary. The overseas Congress is actively campaigning on social media by sharing content. Several NRI volunteers are in India to campaign for the party, they added. To amplify its digital outreach, the party released a campaign song on social media platforms on Friday depicting the plight of farmers. The 30-second video clip highlights the three demands of farmers, including MSP guarantee for crops, GST-free farming, and loan waivers. The campaign song mentions the historic `72,000 debt waiver for farmers by the UPA government in 2008 and urges the farming community to raise their voice for their rights. The party is also set to launch an innovative campaign on TV and social media on April 15, according to a party functionary closely associated with the Congress war room. We have outlined key issues such as the electoral bonds scam by the BJP, misuse of Central agencies, and many others in the campaign, said the functionary. Guarantee cards Congress is aggressively pushing its Nyay guarantee cards through door-to-door campaigns and digitally. The party claims to have already distributed eight crore copies of the guarantee cards and sent one crore copies digitally. The response we have received has been phenomenal, said Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh.

Tripura: Priyanka Gandhi to hold roadshow on April 16, a day before PM Modi's rally

Senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is set to join the party's campaign rally in Tripura on April 16, a day ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Agartala. She will lead a roadshow in support of CPIM-supported INDIA bloc candidate Asish Kumar Saha, who is also the president of the Congress party's Tripura state unit. The roadshow will cover various parts of the city before Priyanka Gandhi Vadra departs from the state on the same day.

Prime Minister Modi to pay two-day visit to Assam

Prime Minister Modi to pay two-day visit to Assam Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to pay a two-day visit to Assam on April 16 and 17. PM Modi will address a mega-election campaign rally at Nalbari in Barpeta Lok Sabha constituency on April 17. Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said, The Prime Minister will arrive in Guwahati on April 16. He will address an election campaign rally in Nalbari for Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) candidate for Barpeta Lok Sabha seat Phani Bhushan Choudhury. On April 16 the Prime Minister will stay at night in Guwahati. There is no programme in Guwahati and there will be no roadshow. But a sea of people is expected to welcome the Prime Minister in Guwahati. On April 17, he will campaign for AGP candidate Phani Bhushan Choudhury in Nalbari and he will go to Tripura's Agartala, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Meanwhile, the Assam Chief Minister again claimed that Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Bhupen Kumar Borah will join the Bharatiya Janata Party. Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid a visit to Assam on Tuesday. Addressing a public rally in Assam's Lakhimpur, the union minister said that China could not encroach a single inch of land under the BJP government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Notably, the election for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held in seven phases starting April 19. Nearly 97 crore voters are eligible to cast votes in the general election. The counting of the votes will be held on June 4. Elections for the 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in Assam will take place in three phases on April 19, April 26 and May 7. The counting will take place on June 4. (ANI)

No anti-incumbency factor against BJP or Modi govt, says ex-Tripura CM Biplab Deb

Agartala, April 11: Former Tripura Chief Minister and the BJPs Rajya Sabha member Biplab Kumar Deb said that there is absolutely no anti-incumbency factor against the BJP or the Narendra Modi government in Tripura or the northeastern region. If at all there are any small issues here and there, these subside when the people consider [] The post No anti-incumbency factor against BJP or Modi govt, says ex-Tripura CM Biplab Deb appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Biplab Deb should tell people why he had to resign as Tripura CM: CPI(M) leader

AGARTALA, April 9: BJPs Tripura West candidate Biplab Kumar Deb should tell people the reason behind his resignation as the chief minister a year before the 2023 assembly polls, leader of the opposition Jitendra Chaudhury said on Tuesday. Addressing an election rally in Badharghat, the CPI(M) state secretary also sought to know why Union minister []

PM targets 370 seats to pay respect to abrogation of Article 370: Tripura CM

AGARTALA, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi set the target of 370 Lok Sabha seats for the BJP to pay respect to the decision to abrogate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Tripura chief minister Manik Saha said on Tuesday. Addressing an election rally in South Tripuras Hrishyamukh, he asked party workers to work hard []

PM Set Target Of 370 Seats For BJP To Pay Respect To Abrogation Of Article 370: Tripura CM

Agartala, Apr 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi set the target of 370 Lok Sabha seats for the BJP to pay respect to the decision to abrogate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Tripura CM Manik Saha said on Tuesday. Addressing an election rally in South Tripuras Hrishyamukh, he asked party workers to work hard to achieve the target. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp At the BJPs national executive meeting in Delhi, PM Modi set the target for the [] The post PM Set Target Of 370 Seats For BJP To Pay Respect To Abrogation Of Article 370: Tripura CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Congress-Left alliance will take Communist to graveyard: Ex-Tripura CM

Agartala, April 8: Former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on Monday said that the alliance between Congress and Left parties would take the communists to graveyard and even the CPI-M Tripura state Secretary would sell the state party headquarters building. Deb, who is also the BJP candidate for the Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency, [] The post Congress-Left alliance will take Communist to graveyard: Ex-Tripura CM appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Tripura PSC Junior Engineer Prelims Answer Key 2023 Released: Download Now

Tripura Public Service Commission, Agartala (TPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of Junior Engineer vacancies in various disciplines. Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria can read the notification details and apply online for the mentioned positions.

Tipra Motha befooling Tiprasa people: Jitendra Chaudhury

AGARTALA, April 6: Tripura Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury on Saturday alleged that the Tipra Motha was befooling the Tiprasa (indigenous) people in the name of greater Tipraland. In last years Assembly election, the Tipra Motha secured tribal votes by attacking the BJP-IPFT government and now they have joined hands with the saffron party to []

CPI(M)-Congress sinking ships, their candidates will lose security deposit: Tripura Minister Ratan Lal Nath

Agartala, April 6: Terming CPI(M) and Congress sinking ships, Tripura Agriculture and Power Minister and senior BJP leader Ratan Lal Nath on Saturday said that candidates of both these parties would lose their security deposit in the two Lok Sabha seats of the state. Ratan Lal Nath, second in command in the BJP-led Tripura government [] The post CPI(M)-Congress sinking ships, their candidates will lose security deposit: Tripura Minister Ratan Lal Nath appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Leave unholy alliance join BJP: Former Tripura CM Biplab Deb tells CPIM's Manik Sarkar

Leave unholy alliance join BJP: Former Tripura CM Biplab Deb tells CPIM's Manik Sarkar Former Chief Minister of Tripura and candidate for West Tripura parliamentary constituency, Biplab Kumar Deb, has urged senior CPIM leader Manik Sarkar to leave the unholy alliance with the Congress and join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP leader spoke at a party meeting in the Chandrapur area of Agartala on Friday. The understanding between CPIM and Congress is 'unholy' in nature, as both parties have forgotten the past full of bloodshed and conflicts, Deb said. Pointing out Manik Sarkar's absence from the political campaign for the Lok Sabha and by-elections in Ramnagar, Deb said, Manik Sarkar will never approve the alliance between CPIM and Congress. As Chief Minister of Tripura for four terms in a row, Sarkar only campaigned for the leaders belonging to the communist party. This is the first time he is being forced to campaign for a party he has opposed for all his political career. Stating that communists were facing an existential crisis and were compelled to stitch an alliance with the Congress party for survival, he said, Both the CPIM and Congress for their self-serving political agendas, are not interested in the welfare of the people. They have betrayed the people of Tripura over the years, and their actions speak louder than words, added Deb. He further accused the communists and Congress of betraying the trust of people. During Manik Sarkar's four terms as Chief Minister, only 48,000 houses were constructed under the Prime Minister's Housing Scheme. After the BJP government was formed in 2018, nearly 4.1 lakh houses have been distributed among the beneficiaries, Deb added. Deb also alleged that CPIM had no other duty but to oppose the central government. The CPIM criticized the central government's development projects. In the south district, 69 political murders had been committed due to violence between CPIM and Congress workers, Deb alleged. The former Chief Minister also highlighted the progress made in empowering women in Tripura since 2018. The representation of women in politics has increased to 33%, and the number of self-help groups has risen from 6,000 to 60,000. Lakhpati Didis are present at the event, Deb told the media. Tripura BJP President Rajib Bhattacharjee, party General Secretary Papia Datta, and West Tripura District President Asim Bhattacharjee were also present at the meeting. Notably, the upcoming general elections in Tripura are scheduled to be held in two phases. The West Tripura seat will go to the polls on April 19, while the East Tripura seat will witness voting on April 26. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. (ANI)

Villager killed, another injured in BSF firing along Bangladesh border in Tripura

Agartala, April 4: An Indian villager was killed and another injured after the BSF fired to disperse a mob of attackers along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripuras Sepahijala district, officials said on Thursday. A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesman said that around 30 to 40 Indian smugglers, violating the curfew imposed on the border, tried [] The post Villager killed, another injured in BSF firing along Bangladesh border in Tripura appeared first on The Shillong Times .

TSR personnel engaged outside Tripura granted service voters status

AGARTALA, April 2: Tripura State Rifles (TSR) personnel, who have been deployed in Delhi and Chhattisgarh, are eligible to exercise their franchise as service voters for the first time in the elections to two Lok Sabha constituencies and a by-poll to an assembly segment in the northeastern state, a poll official said on Tuesday. Around []

West Tripura BJP candidate Biplab Deb urges party workers to contain opposition parties' vote count below one lakh

West Tripura BJP candidate Biplab Deb urges party workers to contain opposition parties' vote count below one lakh Former Chief Minister of Tripura and BJP's Lok Sabha candidate for West Tripura parliamentary constituency Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday urged the party workers to intensify work in all the organizational booths to restrict the opposition count to below one lakh votes. Deb's constituency has more than 14 lakh eligible voters, as per the election commission data. Don't be complacent. This is not the time to sit at home assuming that the victory is assured. Now is the time to be proactive. On the first day when I was nominated for West Tripura, I made it clear that the opposition candidate should not get more than one lakh votes. The total vote cast in favour of the opposition should be below the ceiling of one lakh, Deb told party workers in a public meeting cum joining the program at the 6-Agartala assembly segment, considered to be the home turf of Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman. A total of 450 workers joined the BJP after parting away from CPIM and Congress. Accusing the Congress MLA of playing an act of deceit by joining hands with the CPIM for the assembly elections, Deb said, Congress's best leader of Tripura who used to claim that he had been fighting against the CPIM for the last 25 years now entered their party office. And, BJP didn't only defeat the CPIM but also laid the tacit understanding between CPIM and Congress bare. The BJP leader is also hopeful of getting the votes of the CPIM workers who are disappointed with the alliance of Left and Congress. Even the CPIM leaders and cadres tasted the real freedom after BJP formed government in Tripura. The CPIM had long inculcated a party culture in the state. Every decision requires a party's approval. Even in very private issues also, the party used to interfere if the family was affiliated with the CPIM. This is why I keep saying that Bharat attained independence in 1947 but Tripura could experience the real essence of freedom after BJP came to power in 2018, said Deb. Lauding PM Modi, Deb said, Even nature wants to see Modi in the Prime Minister's chair for the third time because of his policies. Earlier on March 27, Biplab Kumar Deb filed his nomination papers in the presence of Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar were also present during the filing of his nomination. The elections are scheduled to be held in two phases in the state. The West Tripura seat will go to the polls on April 19, while the East Tripura seat will witness voting on April 26. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. (ANI)

Vande Bharat Train: Good News! Now Vande Bharat Express train will run on this route; Know complete details

Pratima Bhowmik said, It took 44 years for previous governments to bring trains from Dharmanagar to Churaibari, whereas it took only 2 years for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take broad gauge railway service to Agartala. Vande Bharat Train: There is great news for those who like to travel by Vande Bharat Express train. Now [] The post Vande Bharat Train: Good News! Now Vande Bharat Express train will run on this route; Know complete details first appeared on informalnewz .

WATCH: Portion of Roof Collapses At Guwahati Airport Due to Heavy Rain, Flights Diverted

As many as six flights operated by IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express have been diverted to Agartala and Kolkata

Tripura: Rignai Pachra textile, Tripureswari temples Pera get GI tag

AGARTALA, March 31: Two indigenous products of Tripura the Pera of Tripureswari temple and the Rignai Pachra, have been accorded the geographical indication (GI) tag, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday. I am glad to inform that Pera (prasad) of Tripureswari temple and Rignai Pachra, a traditional cloth for women of indigenous tribes, []

RPF recoveres Ganja worth over Rs. 9 Lakhs at Agartala station

HT Bureau GUWAHATI, March 31: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of NF Railway, during their drive against anti-social trade and activities within railway territory recovered ganja weighing above 91 kgs that worth around Rs.9.19 lakhs approximately. The contraband item was recovered during regular checks and drives conducted on March 27 and 28 in different trains []

Rain wreaks havoc at Guwahati airport

GUWAHATI: The authorities at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati on Sunday evening briefly halted flight operations and diverted six flights after a heavy downpour, which was accompanied by a storm, wreaked havoc.In a statement, the airport authorities said the flight operations got affected due to adverse weather conditions. The approach road was blocked due to uprooting of trees. Roof outlets got heavily overflowed and water instilled inside the terminal building, the statement said. It also said that a small portion of ceiling had fallen open outside the terminal building due to the pressure of water and wind.There is no injury or damage. Six flights got diverted to Agartala and Kolkata. The operations resumed normal now, the statement added.

Sudden rain, storm damage Guwahati airport, several flights diverted

Sudden rain, storm damage Guwahati airport, several flights diverted A sudden downpour accompanied by a storm wreaked havoc at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport here on Sunday, prompting the authorities to briefly halt operations and divert six flights to other destinations, a senior official said. The storm uprooted a big tree at the Oil India complex outside the Adani Group-controlled facility and blocked a road, Chief Airport Officer (CAO) Utpal Baruah told PTI. ''We immediately rushed there and cleared the road for smooth supply of fuel to the terminal. It took us over half-an-hour,'' he said. When the rain and storm lashed the area, a portion of the roof was blown away in the forecourt area, Baruah said. ''It was very old and could not withstand the impact. Due to this, the ceiling broke open and water started flowing inside. However, there was no injury and everything is under control,'' he said. A purported video of the ceiling falling apart and rainwater gushing has gone viral on different social media platforms. Baruah also said that water entered the terminal from the ceiling. ''I am personally monitoring the situation so that passengers do not face any inconvenience. Due to the storm and heavy rain, the visibility dropped drastically and we had to divert six flights,'' the CAO said. The flights operated by IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express have been diverted to Agartala and Kolkata, he said. ''The visibility has improved and normal operations have resumed. Flights have started landing in Guwahati,'' Baruah added.

Vande Bharat: Good News! Now Vande Bharat Express train will run on this route; Know details

Pratima Bhowmik said, It took 44 years for previous governments to bring trains from Dharmanagar to Churaibari, whereas it took only 2 years for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bring broad gauge railway service to Agartala. Vande Bharat Express train: There is great news for those who like to travel by Vande Bharat Express train. [] The post Vande Bharat: Good News! Now Vande Bharat Express train will run on this route; Know details first appeared on informalnewz .

PM believes development impossible without financial empowerment: Tripura CM

AGARTALA, March 29: PM Narendra Modi strongly believes that the all-round development of Tripura will not be possible if people are not economically and socially empowered, chief minister Manik Saha said on Friday. Addressing an election rally at Mandwai, which has a significant tribal population, in the West Tripura district, Saha said his government doesnt []

Amit Shah likely to campaign in Tripura for 2 days Shah to address meeting, rally, road show in Udaipur in Gumati district (strap)

AGARTALA, March 29: Union home minister Amit Shah is likely to visit Tripura for two days from April 7 and will address a rally and hold a road show the next day as part of the BJPs campaign for its candidates in the two Lok Sabha seats in the northeastern state, a party leader said []

Amit Shah likely to visit Tripura for two days from April 7 to campaign

Amit Shah ji, who is scheduled to address a rally in Mizoram on April 7, is likely to arrive in Tripura on the same day. He will hold an organisational meeting, address a rally in Gumati district's Udaipur and a roadshow in Agartala, BJP state general secretary Amit Rakshit told PTI.

Amit Shah likely to visit Tripura for 2 days from Apr 7 to campaign

Amit Shah likely to visit Tripura for 2 days from Apr 7 to campaign Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to visit Tripura for two days from April 7 and will address a rally and hold a roadshow the next day as part of the BJP's campaign for its candidates in the two Lok Sabha seats in the northeastern state, a party leader said on Friday. During his proposed visit, Shah is also expected to chair an organisational meeting of party leaders, he said. Amit Shah ji, who is scheduled to address a rally in Mizoram on April 7, is likely to arrive in Tripura on the same day. He will hold an organisational meeting, address a rally in Gumati districts Udaipur and a roadshow in Agartala,'' BJP state general secretary Amit Rakshit told PTI. He said Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha held a meeting with senior party leaders on Thursday night for Shah's visit to the state. Elections to the Tripura West Lok Sabha constituency and by-poll to the Ramnagar assembly seat will be held on April 19, while the Tripura East parliamentary constituency will go to polls on April 26. Rakshit said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda and party MP Hema Malini are likely to visit the northeastern state soon to join the partys campaign. We have already sent a wishlist for star campaigners to the party's central leadership. We have started campaigns for the elections with Chief Minister Manik Saha leading us,'' he said. The BJP has fielded Rajya Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb from the Tripura West Lok Sabha seat, while Kriti Devi Debbarman is contesting the Tripura East parliamentary constituency.

Bank Holidays: Banks will remain closed for so many days in April, check the complete list here...

There are only a few days left in March. Also, the financial year 2023-24 is about to end. It is being told that there will be no bank holiday in many states on April 1. If we talk about the entire month of April, then in this month of 30 days of April, according to RBI, there will be holidays for 14 days. During this period, banks will remain closed due to Navratri, Eid, and other special occasions. On which day and on which occasion, where will the banks be closed by RBI (RBI Latest Updates)? Let us know about it through the bank holiday list in April (bank holiday list in April 2024). Banks will remain closed for a total of 14 days in April Date Day Holiday Bank closure in the entire country or state Monday, April 1, 2024, will be a holiday due to the closure of bank accounts at the end of the financial year. Kochi, Kohima, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Panaji, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Srinagar and Thiruvananthapuram. Banks will be closed on Friday, April 5, 2024, due to the birthday of Babu Jagjivan Ram and Jamaat-ul-Vida. Hyderabad-Telangana, Jammu and Srinagar Banks will remain closed across the country on 7 April 2024, a Sunday, a weekly holiday. 9 April 2024 Tuesday Gudi Padwa/Ugadi Festival/Telugu New Year and 1st Navratri Banks will remain closed in Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jammu, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji and Srinagar. Banks will remain closed in Kochi and Kerala on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, for Eid. Thursday, April 11, 2024, is Eid, a bank holiday across the country. Banks will remain closed across the country on 13 April 2024, Saturday, the second Saturday of the month. Banks will remain closed across the country on 14 April 2024, a Sunday, a weekly holiday. Banks will remain closed in Guwahati and Shimla on 15 April 2024, Monday, Himachal Day. 17 April 2024 Wednesday Shri Ram Navami Ahmedabad, Belapur, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Patna, Ranchi, Shimla, Mumbai and Nagpur. There will be a bank holiday in Agartala on Saturday, April 20, 2024, for Garia Puja. Banks will remain closed across the country on 21 April 2024, a Sunday, a weekly holiday. Apart from this, there will be a bank holiday on 27th April and 28th April 2024. The fourth is Saturday, April 27, and Sunday, April 28. In such a situation, all the banks across the country will remain closed. Online services will continue when banks are closed Many important works cannot be done when banks are closed. In such a situation, you can do bank-related work sitting at home through mobile or net banking. You can use an ATM to withdraw cash. Apart from this, you can also make digital payments through credit cards and debit cards. PC Social media