Infiltration from unrest hit Bangladesh into northeastern states of India continued with 12 more citizens of the neighbouring country and three Indian touts being arrested on Monday from along the bordering areas in Tripura and Meghalaya, officials said.
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Partha Pratim Sengupta takes charge as MD & CEO of Bandhan Bank
In a press statement Bandhan Bank said that a result-oriented leader, Sengupta has successfully led large businesses with a proven expertise in various domains including business, credit, and technology.
Scuffle between two families over drug trade leaves multiple injured
Tension escalated in the Bholagiri area of Agartala yesterday night as a bloody altercation broke out between two local families over alleged drug trafficking activities, leaving 8 to 9 people from both sides injured.
Undertook various schemes for welfare & protection of women: Tripura CM
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday said that the state government has undertaken various important schemes for the welfare of women, and the BJP government also is giving special attention to the safety of women in line with ‘Ek Tripura, Shrestha Tripura’ vision.
Train services resume in NE after wagon of goods train derailed in Assam tunnel
Normal train services resumed on Sunday in Assam’s Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section after the regular train services remained disrupted since Thursday following the derailment of a loaded goods wagon, officials said.
Man kills father after verbal spat in Tripura
The accused, identified as Abhrajit, repeatedly hit his father Kajal Das with an iron rod leading to his on-the-spot death at their residence at College Tilla in West Tripura, police said quoting his neighbours.
BSF apprehends five more Bangladeshi nationals in Tripura
Since the unrest in Bangladesh, the infiltration into the northeastern states especially in Tripura and Assam has continued as five more citizens of the neighbouring country including a tout were arrested by the BSF on Saturday, officials said.
Train services in parts of NE states to start on Sunday: Officials
Railways officials on Saturday said that normal train services are expected to start on Sunday in Assam’s Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section after the regular train services remained disrupted for the third day following the derailment of a loaded goods wagon.
Tripura rights panel seeks reports on incident of woman being paraded naked, 2 other cases
The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has taken suo-motu cognisance of three recent incidents of atrocities against women in the state.
Two more Rohingyas held in Tripura; Indian currencies and mobiles seized
Along with Bangladesh nationals, the arrest of Rohingyas in the northeastern state of Tripura continues unabated, as two more Myanmar nationals were apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) in the state on Friday, officials said.
Tripura Govt working to enhance religious tourism; CM Dr Manik Saha inaugurates 3-day long Diwali festival in Tripurasundari temple
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday inaugurated the three days long Diwali festival and fair at Udaipur Tripurasundari age old temple and said that the government has given priority in developing religious tourism in Tripura.
Border guards of India, B'desh exchange sweets on Diwali
On the occasion of Diwali, sweets were exchanged on Thursday between the troops of Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), all along the border with Bangladesh, officials said.
Tripura govt announces 5 pc DA for employees
After Assam and Meghalaya, on the eve of Diwali, the Tripura government on Wednesday announced 5 per cent Dearness Allowance (DA) and dearness relief to 1,88,000 employees and pension holders.
Drugs valued at Rs 18 cr seized in Tripura, two held
On the eve of the Diwali celebration, Assam Rifles on Wednesday recovered huge quantities of drugs worth Rs 18 crores in Tripura after the contraband smuggled from Myanmar and ferried to the state via Mizoram and southern Assam, officials said.
Ex-Tripura CM writes HM Shah, demands early completion of fencing along Bangladesh border
Member of Parliament for Lok Sabha, Biplab Kumar Deb has written a letter to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah requesting him for early completion of border fencing and augmentation of Border Security Forces (BSF) in the state to prevent infiltration.
Tripura Sundari Temple prepares for grand Diwali Mela, Security measures in place
The sacred Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur, Gomati District, is abuzz with preparations as it readies itself for the grand Diwali Mela, set to commence on October 31. This year, the temple, one of India’s 51 Shakti Peethas, is anticipated to host an unprecedented crowd, with over 7 lakh devotees expected to attend during the festive season.
Tripura CM announces 6 news initiatives for welfare of TSR
For the welfare of the Tripura State Rifles (TSR), Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today has announced a series of decisions, including increasing ration money, dress allowance, and promotion 240 TSR jawans on an ad-hoc basis.
Ranji Trophy round-up: Baroda, Delhi register emphatic victories
In a thrilling week for domestic cricket, Madhya Pradesh's Rajat Patidar stunned fans with a lightning-fast century, the fifth quickest in Ranji Trophy history. Delhi and Baroda registered massive victories while defending champion Mumbai were held to draw by Tripura.
Tripura State Rifles to provide security in poll-bound Jharkhand
The Tripura State Rifles (TSR), the state's elite counter-insurgency force, as part of the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), would be deployed for security during polling in Jharkhand Assembly, an official said on Tuesday.
Tripura Govt mulling to introduce degree, diploma courses in Tripura Film and Television Institute: CM Dr Manik Saha
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Tuesday distributed certificates among the students of Tripura Film and Television Institute on their completion of various courses.
Tripura remembers Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to observe Rashtriya Ekta Diwas
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Tuesday inaugurated the state level observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas and said that Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played an important role in maintaining the unity and integrity of India.
Govt has given equal importance to Ayurveda treatment in Tripura: CM Dr Manik Saha
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Tuesday inaugurated the state level observance of 9th Ayurveda Day here in a function at Agartala Pragna Bhavan and said that the people of the state are gaining trust on Ayurvedic treatment.
Six youths escape De-Addiction Center under Sepahijala District
The youths reportedly broke through a double-storey glass window to escape, resulting in severe injuries to two of them, who had to be hospitalized. This incident has raised concerns about the treatment of residents in these privately-run centers and the apparent lack of regulatory oversight.
Ravi Shankar Foundation shows interest in opening Ayurvedic College
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today informed that the state government has sanctioned Rs 1.50 crore to purchase Ayurvedic medicines for the state. He also mentioned that the Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Foundation has shown interest in opening an Ayurvedic college in the state.
Tripura CM urges students to refrain from ragging
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today urged students of various colleges to refrain from engaging in ragging. The statement followed an FIR filed with the Tripura Police few days back against some students accused of ragging junior students at Tripura Medical College and Dr. BRAM Teaching Hospital in Agartala.