Agartala, September 25, 2026:Antyodaya Diwas was observed with a call to ensure that the benefits of development, technology and public services reach people living at the margins of society. The programme, held to mark the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, also witnessed the launch of the Ekdunia Antyodaya Digital Mission, aimed at making digital... The post Tripura: TSMC&Hs Malay Pit Unveils Ekdunia Antyodaya Digital Mission to Take Technology to Rural Doorsteps first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura: Three Rounds Fired During Forest Operation, Nakul Para Villagers Block NH for Four Hours
Agartala, September 25, 2026: Tension prevailed in Tripuras Nakul Para area of Longtharai Hill under Dhalai district on Friday following an alleged firing incident during a Forest Department operation to prevent tree felling, with agitated villagers blocking the Assam-Agartala National Highway for nearly four hours. According to local sources, the incident took place at around... The post Tripura: Three Rounds Fired During Forest Operation, Nakul Para Villagers Block NH for Four Hours first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura Targets Complete Digital Health Transformation by October 31 at Aarogya Manthan 2026
Agartala, September 25: Tripuras ongoing efforts to transform its healthcare delivery system through digital technology were showcased at Aarogya Manthan 2026, held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Friday. Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda attended the event as chief guest, while Dr Sunil Kumar Barnwal, CEO of the National Health Authority, and other dignitaries... The post Tripura Targets Complete Digital Health Transformation by October 31 at Aarogya Manthan 2026 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura: Congress burns effigy of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, demands arrest
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee on Friday held a protest march in front of the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), demanding the immediate arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Hundreds of Congress activists participated in the protest march, which concluded near the CEO office. The Congress workers and [] The post Tripura: Congress burns effigy of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, demands arrest appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura Congress Steps Up EC Protest, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Agartala, September 25, 2026: The Tripura Pradesh Congress on Friday intensified its campaign against the Election Commission, staging a demonstration near the Chief Electoral Officers office in Agartala and announcing plans for a broader movement over issues related to the electoral process. The protest was organised in the Office Lane area, where Congress workers and... The post Tripura Congress Steps Up EC Protest, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation first appeared on Northeast Today .
178 Guest Lecturers Seek One-Time Recruitment Mechanism Amid Teacher Shortage in Tripura
Agartala, September 25, 2026: Amid continuing teacher shortages in Tripuras government degree colleges and the increased academic workload under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), a group of 178 qualified Guest Lecturers has sought a one-time, transparent and legally compliant mechanism for their consideration for appointment as Assistant Professors. A... The post 178 Guest Lecturers Seek One-Time Recruitment Mechanism Amid Teacher Shortage in Tripura first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura Police Seize Contraband Worth Rs 1.26 Crore in Two Operations
Agartala, September 25, 2026: Tripura Police seized suspected narcotic substances estimated to be worth around Rs 1.26 crore in two separate operations in Agartala and Unakoti district, while four persons were detained in connection with one of the cases, officials said on Friday. The first seizure was made in the state capital after a suspicious... The post Tripura Police Seize Contraband Worth Rs 1.26 Crore in Two Operations first appeared on Northeast Today .
DME Tripura Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Professor, Assistant Professor and More Posts
Directorate of Medical Education has invited applications for the recruitment of 7 contractual posts for Professor, Assistant Professor, and Consultant positions. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 30 September 2026 at the designated venue. The detailed notification is available on the official website.
Tripura sets up 1,110 Arogya Mandirs to strengthen healthcare network: CM Saha
Tripura sets up 1,110 Arogya Mandirs to strengthen healthcare network: CM Saha Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that the state government is setting up Arogya Mandirs across the state to provide basic medical services to people promptly, while efforts are also being made to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in rural and urban areas. [] The post Tripura sets up 1,110 Arogya Mandirs to strengthen healthcare network: CM Saha appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
West Tripura strengthens security ahead of TTAADC Village Committee polls on September 28
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Mizoram Tops North East Regional Muaythai Championship; Meghalaya Runner-Up
Aizawl, September 24: Mizoram emerged champions at the North East Regional Muaythai Championship, with around 350 fighters from the eight northeastern states competing across 100 categories, officials said on Thursday. Meghalaya finished as the first runner-up, while Tripura secured the second runner-up position in the championship organised by the Mizoram Muaythai Association. Muaythai is an... The post Mizoram Tops North East Regional Muaythai Championship; Meghalaya Runner-Up first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura: Police use water cannons as TET-qualified aspirants protest recruitment delay
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Job aspirants in Tripura who cleared the 2024 TET-1 and TET-2 examinations to become eligible for recruitment as teachers in government schools staged a protest on Thursday, demanding simultaneous recruitment of all 1,856 candidates who had scored the qualifying marks in the selection tests. In order to control the situation [] The post Tripura: Police use water cannons as TET-qualified aspirants protest recruitment delay appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura government sets up 1,110 Arogya Mandirs to boost healthcare
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SEC reviews election preparedness, security arrangements in North Tripura
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Tripura State Election Commissioner P K Chakravarti on Thursday reviewed election preparedness and security arrangements in North Tripura ahead of the upcoming Autonomous District Council (ADC) village committee elections. Chakravarti, accompanied by in-charge Director General of Police G S Rao, held a meeting with administrative and police officials at the [] The post SEC reviews election preparedness, security arrangements in North Tripura appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Unused Tea Land May Open New Investment Avenues in Tripura, Says CM Dr Manik Saha
Agartala, September 24, 2026: Tripura is set to explore a new route to overcome the shortage of land for industrial and tourism projects by putting unused tea cultivation land to alternative use, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Thursday. The state has around 12,832 hectares of land allotted for tea cultivation, but only nearly 6,000... The post Unused Tea Land May Open New Investment Avenues in Tripura, Says CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura Lost 4,000 Crore Annual GAP Fund After 15th Finance Commission: Minister Pranajit Singha Roy
Agartala, September 24: Tripuras Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy said the discontinuation of the Gap Assistance for States (GAP) fund following the recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission had created a significant financial challenge for the state, with Tripura losing around 4,000 crore annually. Speaking on the issue, Singha Roy said the impact was not... The post Tripura Lost 4,000 Crore Annual GAP Fund After 15th Finance Commission: Minister Pranajit Singha Roy first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura: Recruitment Demand Turns Tense as TET-Qualified Aspirants Face Water Cannons, Police Action
Agartala, September 24: Unemployed youths who qualified for TET-1 and TET-2 in 2024 once again gathered at Shiksha Bhavan in Agartala on Thursday, seeking immediate and simultaneous recruitment of all successful candidates. The aspirants attempted to meet the Chairman of the JRBT Board to press their demand, stating that they have been waiting for government... The post Tripura: Recruitment Demand Turns Tense as TET-Qualified Aspirants Face Water Cannons, Police Action first appeared on Northeast Today .
North Tripura Showcases Water Conservation Best Practices at India International Water Week
Agartala, September 24: North Tripuras initiatives in water conservation and management were showcased at the 9th India International Water Week 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Thursday. North Tripura District Magistrate and Collector Chandni Chandran, IAS, participated as a speaker at the Practitioners Forum on Best Practices, where she presented three water conservation... The post North Tripura Showcases Water Conservation Best Practices at India International Water Week first appeared on Northeast Today .
Ex-Employee's Pension Delayed, Tripura Tribal Council Stops Officers' Salaries
A former Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council employee has alleged that his pension and other retirement benefits amounting to Rs 16 lakh had not been released after his superannuation in 2025.
Tripura University Result 2026 Out - Direct Link to Check IMD
Tripura University released provisional results on 23 September 2026 for IMD, M.A and M.Sc. Check and download your result PDF Online @ tripurauniv.ac.in.
Tripura tribal council stops officers salaries for ex-employees pension delay
A former council employee had approached the High Court of Tripura, claiming that he did not receive retirement benefits since his superannuation in January 2025
BJP appoints new state in-charges; Nitin Nabin congratulates appointees
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and J&K. The appointments, detailed in an official press release from the partys central office, take effect immediately and cover organisational responsibilities across nearly all states and J&K. In a post on X, Nabin congratulated the newly appointed State Prabharis and Sah Prabharis. He said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, their efforts would strengthen the organisation and help realise the collective dream of Viksit Bharat 2047. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chandigarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chandigarh and Bhola Singh for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde will serve as state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal has been assigned to both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges are Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments include Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh, with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge; Ram Madhav for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand; Harish Dwivedi for Bihar and Karnataka; and Satish Poonia for J&K and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named for Assam, while Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Nabin has also appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list further covers smaller states and J&K, including assignments for Andaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Sikkim and Tripura. Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities. The circular, issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries, aims to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
Tripura HC waives jail terms of Bangladeshi nationals, orders repatriation
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: The Tripura High Court has modified the sentences of four Bangladeshi nationals convicted in separate cases of illegal entry into India and directed the state authorities to repatriate them to Bangladesh after the state government expressed no objection to their deportation. A single bench of Justice T Amarnath Goud passed [] The post Tripura HC waives jail terms of Bangladeshi nationals, orders repatriation appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Biplab Kumar Deb as Prabhari of Madhya Pradesh
Agartala, September 23, 2026: BJP national general secretary and Tripura West Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb has been assigned a new organisational responsibility, with the party appointing him as its Prabhari for Madhya Pradesh. The appointment was announced as part of a wider organisational reshuffle by BJP national president Nitin Nabin, under which new... The post Biplab Kumar Deb as Prabhari of Madhya Pradesh & Mriganka Deo Barman for Tripura first appeared on Northeast Today .
BJP Reshuffles Leadership in Madhya Pradesh, Appoints New State In-Charge
The BJP has appointed former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Deb as the new in-charge for Madhya Pradesh, along with key state leaders. BJP Reshuffles Leadership in Madhya Pradesh, Appoints New State In-Charge
Pakistan-Loving Congress, Anti-National Communists Won
Agartala, September 23, 2026: Tripura SC Welfare Minister Sudhangshu Das on Wednesday projected a decisive victory for the BJP-led NDA in the upcoming Village Committee elections, saying the alliance would secure a huge margin in the September 28 polls. Addressing an election campaign programme in support of a BJP candidate, Das said the Village Committee... The post Pakistan-Loving Congress, Anti-National Communists Wont Open Accounts in VC Polls: Tripura Minister Sudhangshu Das first appeared on Northeast Today .
Traffic Police Launches Market-Level Drive to Keep Agartala Moving During Puja
Agartala, September 23: In preparation for the expected surge in traffic during Durga Puja, Tripura Traffic Police has launched a stakeholder-driven exercise aimed at identifying congestion-prone areas and ensuring smoother movement of vehicles and pedestrians across Agartala. Traffic Superintendent of Police Kanta Jangir said the department has decided to engage directly with traders, market committees,... The post Traffic Police Launches Market-Level Drive to Keep Agartala Moving During Puja first appeared on Northeast Today .
Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
Tripura Gramin Bank to Remain Open on Sunday, Sept 27
Agartala, September 23, 2026: Tripura Gramin Bank will keep all its branches and offices operational on Sunday, September 27, 2026, to ensure uninterrupted banking services and convenience for customers. The decision comes following the Government of Indias announcement that Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on September 27 in view of... The post Tripura Gramin Bank to Remain Open on Sunday, Sept 27 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Agartala, September 23, 2026: Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy on Wednesday announced enhanced Festival Grant and Festival Advance for the financial year 2026-27, with the government earmarking 47.16 crore for the Festival Grant and around 183.77 crore for the Festival Advance ahead of the Durga Puja festivities. Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat... The post Tripura Hikes Festival Grant, Advance; Over 2.34 Lakh Beneficiaries to Benefit: Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura man booked for attacking father over money for drugs
HC freezes Tripura district council officers salary over pension row
Tripura University Result 2026 Out - Direct Link to Check UG
Tripura University result 2026 is out for M.A, MBA, M.Sc and BVSc & AH 2nd/ 3rd Year exams. Get direct official PDF download links and step-by-step instructions to check your result at tripurauniv.ac.in.
Tripura: Road accident fatalities decline, 134 deaths recorded till August 2026
Reported by Mrinal Banik Agartala: Road accident fatalities in Tripura have fallen in recent years, with 134 people killed in road crashes till August this year, Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury said on Tuesday. Speaking at a road safety awareness and sensitisation programme at the State Guest House, Chowdhury said the State recorded 577 road accidents [] The post Tripura: Road accident fatalities decline, 134 deaths recorded till August 2026 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Agartala, September 22, 2026: Tripuras Power Minister and Dhalai district Guardian Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Tuesday chaired a crucial meeting of the NDA alliance partners at Manu Dak Bungalow to review coordination and organisational preparedness for the upcoming Village Committee elections. The meeting was attended by BJP Vice-President Tapan Bhattacharjee, IPFT Minister Shuklacharan Noatia,... The post Anti-NDA Forces Should Not Get a Single Vote in Village Committee Polls, Says Tripura Minister Ratan Lal Nath first appeared on Northeast Today .
North-East Mini Jamboree 2026 to be Held in Tripura From November 16: Minister Tinku Roy
Agartala, September 22, 2026: Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Tinku Roy on Tuesday chaired a preparatory meeting at the Secretariat, Agartala regarding the 9th North-East Mini Jamboree 2026, to be organised by Tripura Bharat Scouts and Guides. The Minister said detailed discussions were held on preparations, organisational arrangements and other related aspects for the youth... The post North-East Mini Jamboree 2026 to be Held in Tripura From November 16: Minister Tinku Roy first appeared on Northeast Today .
Digital Antyodaya Yatra to Launch Health Services at Tripura Santiniketan Medical College on Sept 25
Agartala, September 22, 2026: A new initiative aimed at making digital healthcare and essential government services more accessible to rural communities is set to be launched in Tripura under the banner of Digital Antyodaya Yatra. As part of the initiative, Digital AI Maa Seva Kendras will be established to bring technology-enabled services closer to villagers.... The post Digital Antyodaya Yatra to Launch Health Services at Tripura Santiniketan Medical College on Sept 25 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura: Man Detained Again with Yaba Tablets, Accomplice Held by BSF
Agartala, September 22, 2026: A man identified as Chiranjit Shil alias Gedu, described as a close associate of Dhanpur Mandal President Bipul Majumdar, was detained by the BSF along with another person allegedly carrying Yaba tablets. According to sources, Gedu and his alleged accomplice, Yasin Miah, were intercepted during an operation and taken into custody.... The post Tripura: Man Detained Again with Yaba Tablets, Accomplice Held by BSF first appeared on Northeast Today .
Agartala, September 22, 2026: Tripura recorded 577 road accidents with 261 deaths in 2023, followed by 578 accidents and 226 fatalities in 2024, while the figures declined to 527 accidents and 157 deaths in 2025. In the latest figures presented by Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury, 134 people have died in road accidents in the state... The post Road Accident Deaths Decline in Tripura; 134 Fatalities Recorded Till August 2026: Minister Sushanta Chowdhury first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura to Establish Green Corridors for Emergency Ambulance Services, Says Chief Minister Saha
Chief Minister Manik Saha announces the creation of green corridors in Tripura to facilitate emergency ambulance services. Tripura to Establish Green Corridors for Emergency Ambulance Services, Says Chief Minister Saha
Mizoram needs NITI Aayogs support to realise development vision: CM Lalduhoma
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Sep 21 (IANS) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday said that the state would continue to need the support and cooperation of NITI Aayog to translate its development vision into reality. The Chief Minister met NITI Aayog Member Dr Joram Aniya at his office in Aizawl on Monday, a senior official of the Chief Ministers Office (CMO) said. During the meeting, the Chief Minister and the NITI Aayog member discussed various important issues concerning the development of Mizoram. Welcoming Dr Aniya to Mizoram, Lalduhoma expressed pleasure over his visit and wished him a pleasant stay in the state. The Chief Minister also expressed appreciation for the importance accorded by NITI Aayog to the issues raised by Mizoram and sought continued support and cooperation from the policy think tank for the state's development. Dr Aniya assured the Chief Minister that NITI Aayog would continue to work closely with Mizoram in all initiatives aimed at accelerating the state's development. The meeting also discussed ways to attract more tourists to Mizoram, effective utilisation of the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project (KMMTTP) after its completion, strengthening ginger processing and value addition, and expanding Atal Tinkering Labs to more schools across Mizoram. The KMMTTP is aimed at eventually connecting Mizoram with Paletwa and Sittwe Port in Myanmar, providing an alternative multimodal connectivity route for the landlocked Northeastern state. Dr Aniya is currently in Aizawl to attend the NITI Aayog Regional Workshop on the Northeastern Region. Mizoram was declared the Ginger Capital of India by NITI Aayog in 2025 in recognition of its large-scale ginger production and growing contribution to the sector. The focus on ginger processing and value addition assumes significance as the state government seeks to strengthen the agricultural sector and create greater economic opportunities through the processing and marketing of locally produced agricultural commodities. Meanwhile, NITI Aayog Member Dr Aniya had earlier visited Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura and other Northeastern states, where she held a series of meetings with Governors and Chief Ministers and discussed various development-related issues concerning the states. The discussions with the state leaderships focused on development priorities and ways to accelerate economic and social progress in the Northeastern region.
Plan to upgrade government hospitals to corporate standards: Tripura CM
Reported by: Mrinal Banik Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said the state government plans to modernise all government hospitals and develop them to provide healthcare services on the lines of corporate hospitals. Saha made the statement while inaugurating 18 new intensive care unit (ICU) facilities and an advanced centralised sterilisation service at [] The post Plan to upgrade government hospitals to corporate standards: Tripura CM appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Tripura to create green corridors for ambulances during emergencies: CM Saha
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 21 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that special green corridors would be created in the state to facilitate the quick movement of ambulances carrying patients during emergencies and ensure that they do not get delayed in traffic jams. The Chief Minister, while inaugurating the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) units of the Super Speciality Block at Government Medical College and GBP Hospital in Agartala, said that he had held a series of meetings regarding the movement of ambulances carrying patients and that necessary measures would be taken to create dedicated green corridors. We will set up a green corridor so that patients do not get stuck in traffic jams, he said, adding that the state government was working responsibly to ensure better medical services for the people of Tripura. Saha, who also holds the Health and Family Welfare portfolio, said that currently, all the units of the main referral hospitals of the state are being connected with state-of-the-art medical infrastructure. The state government's goal is that no person in the state has to go outside the state for better treatment, he informed. According to the Chief Minister, currently, the number of referral patients from the state has significantly reduced. The state government's goal is to bring that number to zero. One of the goals of the state government is to provide better medical services by providing better infrastructure, providing fast medical services and keeping the hospitals of the state clean, the Chief Minister said. The ICU of the Super Speciality Block has nine beds each for male and female patients. The Chief Minister said that, besides improving health infrastructure, advanced training was being provided to doctors and health workers in a phased manner to enable them to efficiently operate state-of-the-art medical units. Currently, initiatives have been taken to provide digital services in all hospitals. Digital services are already being provided in many hospitals. With the launch of the new ICUs and CSSDs at Agartala Government Medical College and GBP Hospital at a total cost of Rs 13.5 crore, it will be possible to provide fast and continuous advanced medical services to the people of the state, and the health safety of the patients will also be ensured. Currently, nine super-speciality blocks are operational to provide advanced medical services, Saha said. He said that, in addition to the main referral hospitals in the state, state-of-the-art health infrastructure was also being developed at district and sub-divisional level hospitals. One of the goals of the state government is to ensure more and better medical services for the people of the state through transparent work, Saha said. The Chief Minister said that GBP Hospital would be brought under the coverage of state-of-the-art CCTV cameras for round-the-clock security and a separate unit would be developed for the purpose. He also said that special initiatives would be taken to ensure the availability of necessary generic medicines in the state at all times. The Chief Minister emphasised the need to develop health infrastructure as well as ensure better coordination among patients, doctors and health workers. Health and Family Welfare Department Secretary Kiran Gitte, MLA and Chairperson of the Rogi Kalyan Samiti Mina Rani Sarkar, Agartala Government Medical College Principal Dr Tapan Majumder and GBP Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Bidhan Goswami were present at the programme.
BJP-AIUDF Understanding Visible in Nagaon: Bhupesh Baghel Targets Himanta Sarma Ahead of Bypoll
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 21 (IANS): Congress General Secretary and Assam in-charge Bhupesh Baghel on Monday alleged that an understanding between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal was evident in the ongoing electoral contest in Nagaon. Addressing the media in Nagaon, Baghel claimed that the political understanding between the two leaders could be seen during the campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election. Right now, elections are underway here in Nagaon, and the alliance between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is visible here, Baghel said. However, the Congress leader did not elaborate on the specific incidents or evidence supporting his allegation. Baghels remarks come amid an increasingly competitive electoral contest in Nagaon, where the Congress and the BJP-led alliance are campaigning to consolidate support ahead of polling on October 6. Meanwhile, the Congress has announced a list of 40 star campaigners for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, featuring senior party leaders and prominent figures from Assam and other states. The list was submitted to the Election Commission by Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal on September 16 under Section 77(1) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. Among the prominent campaigners named are former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi, Congress MP Wazed Ali Choudhury, former Assam minister Rakibul Hussain and party spokespersons Pawan Khera and Supriya Shrinate. The list also includes NSUI national president Uday Bhanu Chib and Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar. Other senior leaders named as star campaigners include Assam Congress Legislative Party leader Debabrata Saikia, former state Congress president Ripun Bora, former minister Paban Singh Ghatowar, Alka Lamba, Imran Pratapgarhi, Srinivas BV and former Tripura minister Sudip Roy Barman. The Congress is seeking to strengthen its campaign in the constituency as political parties mobilise support ahead of the bypoll. Polling for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election is scheduled for October 6, while the counting of votes will take place on October 9. The election is expected to witness a multi-cornered contest involving the Congress, BJP and other political parties. --IANS tdr/
Agartala Government Medical College adds 100 MBBS seats
AGMC at par with top medical colleges after seat capacity hike, says Tripura CM
BJP-NDA Will Yield No Ground to
Agartala, September 21: A senior BJP leader and minister on Monday said the ruling alliance would not concede political space to the CPI(M) or Congress in areas where they are contesting, while asserting that the final decision would rest with the voters. Speaking on the partys strategy ahead of the upcoming elections, the minister said... The post BJP-NDA Will Yield No Ground to Anti-State CPIM, Says Tripura Minister Ratan Lal Nath first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura Police Arrests Youth for Allegedly Raping Minor at Teliamura
Agartala, September 21: Tripura Police have arrested a young man in connection with the alleged rape of a minor girl in the Maiganga area under the Krishnapur assembly constituency, triggering concern among local residents. According to police, a complaint concerning the minor was lodged at Teliamura Police Station from the Maiganga area. Taking the matter... The post Tripura Police Arrests Youth for Allegedly Raping Minor at Teliamura first appeared on Northeast Today .
Govt Hospitals to be Upgraded to Corporate-Level Standards, Says Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha
Agartala, September 21: The Tripura government has drawn up plans to upgrade all government hospitals across the state with modern infrastructure and high-quality healthcare facilities comparable to corporate hospitals, Chief Minister Professor Dr Manik Saha said on Monday. The Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating 18 new ICU beds and a centralised advanced sterilisation facility... The post Govt Hospitals to be Upgraded to Corporate-Level Standards, Says Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tripura govt advances cricket infrastructure with academy and stadium
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Tripura Allocates 30 Acres for State-of-the-Art Cricket Academy in Sekerkot
Tripuras Chief Minister announces a new cricket academy in Sekerkot, enhancing sports infrastructure in the region. Tripura Allocates 30 Acres for State-of-the-Art Cricket Academy in Sekerkot
TIPRA Motha Party files complaint with Tripura SEC over alleged doctored election video
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SSB seizes over 325 kg ganja in Arunachal Pradesh, one arrested
Digital Desk | Kolkata/Itanagar, Sep 20 (IANS) The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), in a coordinated operation with the Arunachal Pradesh Police, seized nearly 325.5 kg of cannabis (Ganja) from the West Kameng district of the state on Friday. The operation was carried out by troops of the 61 Battalion SSB, Bhairabkhunda. One person has been arrested in this connection. The seizure comes weeks after the Assam Police seized over 307 kg of ganja near the state's border with Arunachal Pradesh. According to officials, Arunachal Pradesh has now turned into a major producer of narcotics like Opium and Cannabis (Ganja). This illicit cultivation takes place in remote parts of the state. Cultivators and traffickers believe that the terrain and difficult landscape will leave their operations undetected. However, security agencies have launched a drive to prevent the production and trafficking of narcotics. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has also directed all agencies to remain alert towards the movement of narcotics through states in northeastern India that are close to the infamous Golden Triangle. This is part of the Government's drive against narcotics as part of its Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. The state government in Arunachal Pradesh has also launched a crackdown on the cultivation of illegal drugs. The state has so far destroyed 18.587 acres of illegal poppy (opium) and 64.59 acres of cannabis cultivation in the state, Chief Secretary Manish Kumar Gupta said recently. Such operations are crucial to prevent the consumption of narcotics in the strategic border state as well as their transportation elsewhere. This illegal activity is related to crime and even insurgency. There is evidence that insurgent groups promote such trade for profit. It is also a way of recruiting the youth from such states by engaging them in this trade, an official said. Central Armed Police Forces and paramilitary forces like the SSB and Assam Rifles are now assisting local authorities in states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura to tackle the menace of narcotics. There is better coordination between the state police and central forces now. Intelligence networks have been created, and there are regular crackdowns on the trafficking of narcotics. Thousands of kg of narcotics - both cultivated locally and smuggled from across the border have been seized over the last few months. This action will continue, the official said. Groups involved in the racket are also being identified, and members are being apprehended during the operations.
Tripura HC orders CCTV cameras in all police stations, outposts
Puducherry gears up for hosting star-studded India A-Australia A multi-format games
Digital Desk | Puducherry, Sep 19 (IANS) The coastal city of Puducherry is gearing up for a star-studded series when India A take on Australia A in two unofficial four-day red-ball matches, followed by three one-dayers to be played at the picturesque CAP-Siechem Stadium. Since becoming a full member of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2019, the Cricket Association of Pondicherry (CAP) has hosted under-19 international matches. But this will be its first time staging an entire A series, with notable international stars featured in both line-ups. The first unofficial Test will be played from September 22 to 25, while the second game will take place from September 29 to October 2. The three one-dayers will be held on October 6, 9 and 11 respectively. Both teams trained at the ground on Saturday. Peter Handscomb and Ashes-winning pacer Brendan Doggett, along with Jhye Richardson, headline a strong 15-man Australia A squad for the multi-day component, while Mahli Beardman and Spencer Johnson add considerable firepower to the squad picked for the subsequent 50-over games. Test batters, captain Devdutt Padikkal and Sai Sudharsan, who is returning from a right toe injury, feature in both formats for India A. Other capped players in the red-ball India A side include Tushar Deshpande and Anshul Kamboj, with Tripurana Vijay set to replace the injured Vijaykumar Vyshak in the line-up. In the run-up to the matches, India A had a preparatory camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Star seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who has been out of action since IPL 2026 due to various injuries, has been picked for the limited-overs series, with his inclusion subject to fitness clearance. This is a great opportunity for young Puducherry cricketers to witness live international cricket up close and draw inspiration from these players. The series is also a chance to showcase our world-class cricket facility to a global audience, said P Damodaren, founder of the Cricket Association of Pondicherry, in a statement. Spectators can contact the CAP office for tickets, according to CEO Mayank Mehta. The main stadium has a seating capacity of 5000, and we look forward to a considerable turnout, he added.
Assam Rifles showcases operational preparedness, capabilities in Agartala
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 18 (IANS) The Assam Rifles on Friday organised a display of weapons and equipment in Agartala to showcase its capabilities, operational preparedness and role in safeguarding the nation and maintaining security in the Northeast. A defence spokesman said that the Assam Rifles organised a weapons and equipment display at Saheed Bhagat Singh Youth Hostel in Agartala on Friday for NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadets as part of its continued efforts to enhance awareness about the role, capabilities and operational preparedness of the force. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation by cadets and provided them the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of various weapons, equipment and specialised systems employed by Assam Rifles, he said. The cadets actively interacted with Assam Rifles personnel and inquired about the capabilities, employment and operational significance of the weapons. According to the defence spokesman, the initiative also served as an important platform to motivate and inspire the youth towards a career in the Armed Forces and Assam Rifles. The interaction provided the participants with insight into the professional ethos, commitment and role of Assam Rifles. The event reaffirmed Assam Rifles commitment towards youth engagement, nation-building and fostering a spirit of patriotism and service among the younger generation. Such outreach initiatives continue to strengthen the bond between Assam Rifles and the people of the Northeast, the official noted. Assam Rifles units are posted across several states in Northeastern India, including Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Assam and Tripura. While insurgency has been brought under control in most of the states, there are continuous attempts by banned outfits to regroup and build up networks through extortion and recruitment of youths. The paramilitary force has been playing a vital role in curbing organised drug trafficking networks in the Northeast, especially in Mizoram, Manipur, Assam and Tripura. The Assam Rifles maintains constant vigil on activities involving insurgent groups. Insurgents operate across state boundaries to evade the police. The insurgent groups are also linked to each other and provide shelter to each other's cadres. A strong intelligence network is required to get to them, a senior official said.
TNGCL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Deputy General Manager, Assistant Manager and More Posts
Tripura Natural Gas Company Limited (TNGCL) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 Deputy General Manager (O & M) Grade-M7 and Assistant Manager posts. The online application process will be conducted from 19.09.2026 to 09.10.2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, tngclonline.com
Northeast India sees heavier one-day rainfall, longer dry spells: 52-year study
Guwahati: Northeast India is experiencing both heavier single-day rainfall and longer dry spells, according to a new study that examined weather patterns across the region from 1971 to 2022. The study covers Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. Titled Evolution of Climate Extremes Over the Indian Subcontinent Using a Revised CEI, [] The post Northeast India sees heavier one-day rainfall, longer dry spells: 52-year study appeared first on NorthEast Now .
TMC split: Mamata Banerjee faction gets football player symbol
The faction led by Banerjee has been allotted the name Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the Football Player symbol. It will be treated as a recognised political party in West Bengal, Meghalaya, and Tripura
TMC Split: Didis Faction Gets Footballer Symbol, Rebels Get Envelope
The group led by Mamata Banerjee has been allotted the name Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the Football Player symbol and will be treated as a recognised political party in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura
ECI allots new names, symbols to rival Trinamool factions
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 18 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday allotted new names and election symbols to the two rival factions of the erstwhile All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), pending a final decision on the ownership of the party's original name and its iconic Flowers & Grass symbol. According to an ECI notification issued on Friday, the faction led by former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee, described by the Commission as the original but minority group, has been allotted the name Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the election symbol Football Player. The faction has been recognised as a political party in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura. The rival faction led by expelled Trinamool Congress legislator Ritabrata Banerjee, which the Commission termed the rebel but majority group, has been allotted the name Democratic Trinamool Congress and the symbol Envelope. It has also been recognised as a political party in West Bengal, Meghalaya and Tripura. The ECI clarified that the newly allotted names and symbols will remain in force until it delivers a final verdict on the claim to the original party name, All India Trinamool Congress, and its longstanding Flowers & Grass symbol. Until then, both factions will contest elections under their newly assigned identities. The order will apply to the upcoming Assembly bypolls in Nandigram in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar in Murshidabad district, scheduled for October 6, with counting of votes on October 9. Similarly, the Mamata Banerjee-led faction's candidate in the Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll in Assam will contest under the banner of Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the Football Player symbol. Founded in 1998 after Mamata Banerjee's split from the Congress, the Trinamool Congress has fought all elections since its inception under the name All India Trinamool Congress and the Flowers & Grass symbol. The party came to power in West Bengal in 2011 and has remained the state's ruling force since then. With the latest ECI order, West Bengal is set to witness its first election since 1998 without the original Trinamool name and symbol on the ballot.
The Election Commission has named Mamata Banerjee's group and allotted a football symbol. A rebel faction received the Democratic Trinamool Congress name and envelope symbol. Both groups are recognized political parties in West Bengal, Meghalaya, and Tripura. The Commission had previously frozen the original party name and symbol. This decision impacts upcoming by-elections in West Bengal and Assam.
MSECL bags EPC road project in State of Tripura
Former Tripura CM Biplab Deb donates blood as mega camp marks PM Modi's birthday in Agartala
A mega blood donation camp was organised in Agartala as part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'(Service Pledge Campaign) launched by the BJP to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary and former Chief Minister of Tripura, Biplab Kumar Deb, visited the camp, donated blood himself, and encouraged the blood donors.
Tripura High Court has released the Written Screening test notification for Junior Administrative Assistant recruitment (Advt. No. HC-02/2026). Check the eligible candidates list, ineligible list, exam date (11.10.2026), call letter download process from thc.nic.in, and important instructions.
Tripura govt advancing over 158 investment project proposals, says CM
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CM Saha asks officials to fast-track over 158 investment proposals in Tripura
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 17 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that concept notes and detailed proposals for more than 158 investment projects have been received and directed officials of various departments to work towards grounding all feasible projects within a stipulated timeframe. Chief Minister Saha on Wednesday instructed the Secretaries and Directors of various departments to prepare a 100-day action plan to ground the feasible projects and said that the Chief Secretary Jitendra Kumar Sinha would conduct a monthly review of the progress to maximise investment and employment generation in the state. The huge investment potential that has opened up in Tripura must be implemented quickly and transformed into employment and economic development. Each investment proposal must be implemented within a specific timeframe by setting specific targets, he said. Chief Minister Saha added this while chairing a meeting with officials of various departments to review the implementation and progress of projects for which Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during the recent Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026. He said that the main objective of increasing investment is to enhance the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP), create new employment opportunities and ensure the socio-economic development of the people of Tripura. At the beginning of the meeting, Secretary to the Chief Minister and Secretary of the Industries and Commerce Department, Kiran Gitte, highlighted the progress of the MoUs and the potential areas of industry and investment in Tripura. He also briefed the meeting on various aspects of creating new investment opportunities by utilising the state's own resources and infrastructure. The Secretaries of various departments told the Chief Minister Saha about the current status of MoU signing and investment proposals under their respective departments, communication with investors, collection of proposals and Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), and steps being taken for implementation of the projects. At the meeting, the Chief Minister said that 458 MoUs involving investments of more than Rs 1.30 lakh crore had been signed during the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026. Utilising this huge potential, Tripura should be further promoted as an important destination for investment and industry. Priority should be given to various potential sectors of the state, including tourism, health, education, skill development, information technology, renewable energy, agriculture and food processing, fish processing, dairy, livestock and EV charging, CM Saha added. He stressed the need to develop industries by effectively utilising Tripura's natural and agricultural resources and creating value-added products. CM Saha also directed the officials to resolve issues related to land, power and infrastructure at the earliest to facilitate the implementation of investment projects. He emphasised the need for regular communication and better inter-departmental coordination with investors and directed each department to appoint specific nodal officers for this purpose. The Chief Minister also stressed the need to simplify and streamline administrative procedures and make them more transparent and coordinated for the convenience of investors. He said that all departments should set clear targets and ensure that the work is completed within the specified timeframe. After signing the MoU, its implementation is now one of the government's goals. The concerned departments should play an active role in identifying and resolving the problems of investors quickly and taking the projects forward within the stipulated timeframe, he added.
TRMCC has published the revised Round 2 seat allotment result for Tripura NEET UG 2026 on 14 Sept 2026. Check how to download your result from trmcc.admissions.nic.in.
TPSC Bio Medical Engineer Answer Key 2026 Out - Download Final Answer Key PDF at tpsc.tripura.gov.in
TPSC has released the Final Answer Key 2026 for the Bio-Medical Engineer (Group-A Gazetted) written exam held on 22 June 2026. Check the complete Booklet Series A answer key, exam details, and next steps.
TPSC Junior Forensic Digital Analyst Final Answer Key 2026 released for the written exam. Check the A, B, C and D booklet series answer key PDF here.
Drugs worth over Rs 40 crore seized in Tripura; one arrested
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 16 (IANS) In a major narcotics haul, the Tripura Police have seized highly addictive methamphetamine tablets worth over Rs 40 crore and arrested a drug peddler on Wednesday. Informing about the drug seizure, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, in a post on his X, said, A major breakthrough in our fight against drugs ! In a significant operation, North Tripura Police under Panisagar Police Station seized 50 kg of Yaba tablets valued at approx. 40 crore, a major blow to the illicit drug network. This success reflects the unwavering commitment of our police and security forces to protect our youth and society from the menace of drugs and strengthens our mission towards a Nasha Mukt Tripura, said CM Saha, who also holds the home portfolio. Police said that the seized drugs were suspected to have been smuggled from Myanmar, and through Mizoram, the narcotics entered Tripura to be smuggled to neighbouring Bangladesh. Tripura shares a 109 km interstate border with Mizoram, and the 856 km international border with Bangladesh. The methamphetamine tablets, also known as Yaba or party tablets, contain a mixture of methamphetamine and caffeine and are misused as high-dosage drugs in Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, besides India. The drugs were banned in India. Various types of cough syrups containing codeine phosphate are also commonly misused and illegally smuggled into Bangladesh. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast due to their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar. CM Saha had earlier said that his government follows a zero-tolerance policy towards the drug menace. Law enforcement agencies must take all-out measures to curb drug-related activities, he had said. The Chief Minister also said that the state government has decided to set up drug de-addiction centres in all eight districts of Tripura, with Rs 20 crore earmarked for each centre. He said the Union Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has already sanctioned Rs 198 crore to set up a special drug de-addiction centre at Bishramganj in Sepahijala district.
Tripura to implement UCC if Centre directs: CM Saha
Tripura cops probe assault on madrassa student
Tripura: Thief cuts own hand to evade arrest, held from hospital bed
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 15 (IANS) In a bizarre development, a professional thief, accused of stealing a motorcycle and snatching a gold chain from an elderly woman, allegedly cut his own hand to evade arrest and got himself admitted to a hospital, but police eventually apprehended him from his hospital bed on Tuesday, officials said. Two bike-borne thieves snatched a gold necklace, valued at Rs 1.75 lakh, from an elderly woman in the Bankumari area on the outskirts of Agartala city on September 11. The incident took place early in the morning on September 11 when the elderly woman, Gita Rani Das (Deb), was out for a morning walk with a neighbour in the Bankumari area. She later lodged a complaint with the East Agartala police station, following which an investigation was launched. Police, led by Officer-in-Charge of the East Agartala police station, Krishnadhan Sarkar, launched an intensive investigation to nab the thieves. Police had earlier detained one of the thieves and impounded the motorcycle allegedly used in the broad-daylight snatching of the gold chain. The motorcycle had also allegedly been stolen by the duo earlier. However, the alleged mastermind of the crime was still at large. Police examined CCTV footage from the area, which showed two helmet-wearing persons riding a motorcycle and allegedly snatching the woman's necklace. Acting on information gathered during the investigation, a police team led by Sarkar, an inspector-rank police official, conducted search operations at several places in and around the state capital. Finally, the alleged mastermind of the crime was arrested from the Agartala Government Medical College and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital, where he had got himself admitted after reportedly cutting his right hand to evade arrest. The main accused in the case had allegedly sold the stolen necklace at a jewellery shop in Agartala. A series of gold chain-snatching incidents have taken place in various districts of Tripura in recent months. Recently, two youths from Bihar were arrested for allegedly snatching a gold chain from an elderly woman in West Tripura district. According to police, the two accused entered the house of Radha Rani Debbarma on the pretext of cleaning utensils when no male member of the family was present. The duo allegedly snatched a gold chain from the woman and fled on a motorcycle, police said. In another incident, two women were arrested and nine stolen gold chains worth around Rs 22 lakh were recovered following a series of chain-snatching incidents during the Rath Yatra festival in southern Tripuras Gomati district, police officials said. The thefts took place during the annual Rath Yatra at the historic Jagannath Bari in Udaipur, which drew a large number of devotees.
Over fifteen thousand security personnel will be deployed for Tripura's Village Committee elections. Seventy-four companies of CAPF and ten thousand state forces are being mobilized. The Tipra Motha Party secured many seats unopposed before the polling date. Elections will now be held for nearly three thousand seats across the region. A total of nine thousand eight hundred twenty candidates are contesting the remaining positions.
Over 15,000 security personnel to be deployed for Tripura Village Committee polls
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 15 (IANS) Over 15,000 central and state security personnel will be deployed to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of the September 28 Village Committee elections in Tripura's tribal areas, officials said on Tuesday. A senior police official said that around 74 companies of the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), with an actual deployment of around 5,000 personnel, along with 10,000 personnel of the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) and Tripura Police, would provide security for the politically important elections to the Village Committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) areas. Of the 74 companies of CAPF, 47 companies have already arrived in Tripura, and the remaining forces would be available in the state by Wednesday, the official told IANS. According to the official, the TSR and state police, led by district Superintendents of Police and other senior officials, have already started area-wise patrolling and route marches to maintain peaceful law and order in the run-up to the Village Committee elections. He said that the elite Tripura State Rifles have been very efficient in handling election-related duties. During the Lok Sabha elections held between April 19 and June 1, 2024, TSR personnel were deployed for election duties in Maharashtra, Bihar, Odisha and Himachal Pradesh. In addition to providing security during the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, the Indian Reserve battalions of the Tripura State Rifles have performed election duties in almost every state of the country, ensuring security during both Assembly and Lok Sabha polls over the years. The Tripura State Election Commission (TSEC) earlier announced that elections to 4,597 seats in 2,634 constituencies covering 587 Village Committees -- equivalent to Gram Panchayats in the non-TTAADC areas -- would be held on September 28 after a gap of 10 years. State Election Commissioner Pradeep Kumar Chakraborty, during a virtual meeting on Monday, reviewed the overall security and administrative arrangements for the Village Committee elections across the state. Tripura Director General of Police (DGP) G.S. Rao, Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) Manchak Ipper, Commission Secretary Anurag Sen, all the District Magistrates and several other officials participated in the meeting. Meanwhile, an official of the Tripura State Election Commission said that the ruling BJPs ally, the Tipra Motha Party (TMP), won 1,557 seats, or 33.87 per cent of the total 4,597 seats, unopposed in the elections to 587 Village Committees under the TTAADC areas. The BJP secured 81 seats, or 1.76 per cent, uncontested following the completion of the withdrawal of nomination papers on September 11, the official said. According to the SEC official, following the election of candidates in a large number of seats without contest, polling would now be held in 2,954 seats in 44 of the total 52 blocks across eight districts of Tripura. After 1,069 candidates of various political parties, including the TMP, BJP and CPI (M), withdrew their nominations, a total of 9,820 candidates are now in the fray for the Village Committee elections.
Tripura Ready To Implement Uniform Civil Code If Centre Gives Direction: CM Manik Saha
Tripura CM Manik Saha says the BJP-ruled state is ready to implement the UCC if the Centre issues directions.
Tripura CM seeks unified mechanism for border info-sharing
Mizoram, Tripura hold first talks on inter-state boundary dispute
Tripura detects 19 illegal de-addiction, mental health rehabilitation centres
State Mental Health Authority issues show-cause notices to 19 unauthorised centres following recent violence at an Agartala rehabilitation facility
Tripura detects 19 illegal de-addiction, mental health rehabilitation centres
State Mental Health Authority issues show-cause notices to 19 unauthorised centres following recent violence at an Agartala rehabilitation facility
Tripura CM Manik Saha urges youth to join blood donation camp at BSF HQ
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Tripura Mental Health Authority issues notices to 19 unregistered private rehab centres
Agartala Tripuras State Mental Health Authority has issued show-cause notices to 19 unauthorised private rehabilitation centres for allegedly operating without The post Tripura Mental Health Authority issues notices to 19 unregistered private rehab centres appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Tipra Motha Party Gains Ground Ahead of Village Committee Elections in Tripura
The Tipra Motha Party has won significant seats uncontested ahead of the upcoming village committee elections in Tripura, leading to rising tensions. Tipra Motha Party Gains Ground Ahead of Village Committee Elections in Tripura
Tripura blood donation camp marks 132nd anniversary of Vivekananda
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Tripuras Tribal Areas See Major Gains for TIPRA Motha Ahead of Village Committee Elections
Ahead of the upcoming village committee elections, TIPRA Motha Party secures significant wins in Tripuras tribal regions. Tripuras Tribal Areas See Major Gains for TIPRA Motha Ahead of Village Committee Elections
Tripura: BJP ally Tipra Motha Party wins 34 pc of tribal body seats unopposed
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 12 (IANS) Ahead of the September 28 elections to the Village Committees in the tribal areas of Tripura, the ruling BJP won around two per cent of the total 4,597 seats, while its ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) secured around 34 per cent of the seats unopposed, officials said on Saturday. An official of the Tripura State Election Commission (TSEC) said that the TMP won 1,557 (33.87 per cent) of the total 4,597 seats unopposed in the elections to 587 Village Committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) areas. The BJP secured 81 seats (1.76 per cent) uncontested following the completion of the withdrawal of nomination papers on Friday, the official said. According to the SEC official, following the election of candidates in a large number of seats without contest, polling would now be held in 2,954 seats in 44 of the total 52 blocks across eight districts of Tripura. After 1,069 candidates of various political parties, including the TMP, BJP and CPI(M), withdrew their nominations, a total of 9,820 candidates are now in the fray for the Village Committee elections. The highest number of candidates, 4,279, are contesting the elections on TMP tickets, followed by 2,151 candidates of the CPI (M), 1,853 of the BJP, 425 of the Congress, 356 of the Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT), 753 Independents and candidates of other parties, and three candidates of the CPI. The SEC earlier announced that the elections to 4,597 seats in 2,634 constituencies covering 587 Village Committees -- equivalent to Gram Panchayats in the non-TTAADC areas -- will be held on September 28 after a gap of 10 years. The ruling BJP, in alliance with its two tribal allies -- the Tipra Motha Party (TMP) and the Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT) -- is contesting against the opposition CPI (M)-led Left Front and the Congress. In connection with the elections, a series of incidents have been reported from across the eight districts. Senior IPFT leader and Minister Sukla Charan Noatia said that a brutal attack was carried out on his party's General Secretary Swapan Debbarma on September 8 at Hezamara in Khowai district. Debbarma was targeted and beaten up by supporters of the TMP while he was travelling to Khowai village. This kind of violence is completely unacceptable. IPFT, BJP and TMP are contesting the Village Committee election together as an alliance. Such acts of aggression directly undermine the very spirit of our unity, Noatia said in a statement. He said that political violence must stop immediately in every nook and corner of the state. I urge all party workers and supporters to maintain peace, uphold the integrity of our alliance, and ensure a safe, democratic election process, the tribal leader stated. The CPI (M) and Congress also alleged that their candidates could not submit nomination papers in a large number of seats due to attacks, intimidation and obstruction by TMP and BJP workers. We have approached the SEC to take appropriate action for the smooth conduct of elections, but the commission has yet to take any visible action to prevent the violence, Left Front convener and former minister Manik Dey told the media.
Tripura Tea Development Corporation exports first major consignment
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Youth must lead voluntary blood donation movement, help build drug-free Tripura: CM Saha
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 12 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday urged the youth to come forward in greater numbers to strengthen the voluntary blood donation movement in the state, saying such social initiatives reflect humanity and can contribute to building a drug-free Tripura. Voluntary blood donation is one of the signs of humanity. At present, blood donation programmes have become part of our culture in the state. More people should be involved in blood donation programmes, Saha said. He was speaking after unveiling marble statues of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Swami Vivekananda and inaugurating a blood donation camp at the Netaji Subhas Regional Coaching Centre (NSRCC) here. The voluntary blood donation camp was organised by the Tripura Sports Council. Saha said Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Swami Vivekananda represented patriotism and humanity, and their ideals could inspire society to move in the right direction. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working for the development of the country, inspired by the ideals of Vivekananda and Netaji. The more people adopt the ideals of Swamiji and Netaji personally and socially, the more society will be guided in the right direction, he said. The Chief Minister said voluntary blood donation helped create a positive environment in society and called upon young people to participate in sports and social welfare activities. If the youth can be more involved in sports and such social welfare activities, the work of building a drug-free and new Tripura will be accelerated, Saha said. He said sports could also provide young people with opportunities to improve their socio-economic status alongside their studies. To be successful in the field of sports, one has to be strong in both physical and mental aspects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given priority to yoga to strengthen the youth of the country physically and mentally, he said. Highlighting the state's progress in sports, Saha said Tripura's sportspersons had established themselves at national and international levels by showcasing their talent. Youth Affairs and Sports Department Secretary Tapas Roy, Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumdar, Padma Shri awardee and gymnast Dipa Karmakar, and Youth Affairs and Sports Department Director L. Darlong were among those present at the programme.
Tripura Tea Makes Its Mark in Europe with 15.31 Metric Ton Shipment
Tripuras tea exports to Europe have reached a new milestone with a 15.31 metric ton shipment, showcasing the states growing commercial potential. Tripura Tea Makes Its Mark in Europe with 15.31 Metric Ton Shipment
