AGARTALA: Trade between India and Bangladesh will resume very soon, Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, Mohammad Riaz Hamidullah, said following a meeting with Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha. Speaking to media persons after the meeting, the High Commissioner expressed optimism over the resumption of cross-border trade activities, indicating positive developments in bilateral commercial ties between […]

AGARTALA: A youth was caught red-handed by alert locals while allegedly attempting to steal an auto-rickshaw in the area adjoining the Nagicherra Bypass Food Park. According to eyewitnesses, the accused was spotted trying to make off with the vehicle when passersby and nearby residents intervened, overpowering him before he could flee the spot. The youth

BOXANAGAR: In a striking display of self-help, residents of Putia Panchayat under Boxanagar have taken it upon themselves to repair a damaged road stretch in their locality, using their own money after prolonged administrative neglect. Locals said the road had remained in a dilapidated condition for a considerable period, causing severe difficulties for daily commuters,

AGARTALA: Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has expressed optimism over the potential of the ‘Destination Tripura’ initiative, describing it as a promising step for the state’s development. Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Minister said efforts are underway to expand international connectivity, and that he would hold discussions with the Bangladesh High Commissioner in this

AGARTALA: The district administration is fully prepared to handle the ongoing flood situation, West District Magistrate Dr. Bishal Kumar has assured. Speaking on the current monsoon conditions, Dr. Kumar stated that all necessary arrangements have been put in place to respond swiftly to any flood-related emergencies in the district. He said the administration is closely

BOJONGNAGAR: The death of a young man has triggered allegations within his family, after his mother accused his girlfriend of being responsible for his death. The incident was reported from the Das Para area under Bojongnagar police station. According to family members, the deceased was in apparent good health prior to the incident, and his

BOXANAGAR: Residents of Durgapur under Boxanagar Assembly constituency have expressed strong resentment after promises made by their local leader remained unfulfilled even four years on. According to locals, assurances given by the leader at the time of seeking public support have yet to translate into any tangible development work in the area. The prolonged delay

AGARTALA: Residents of the Ranjit Nagar area under Ward No. 14 have raised sharp allegations of civic neglect, claiming that drains in the locality remain uncleaned despite funds being allocated by the Municipal Corporation for maintenance work. Locals allege that no visible development has taken place in the area over the past five years, questioning

KUMARGHAT: The road in front of the Cooperative in Kumarghat town has gone under water following a rise in the water levels of the Deo River and the Manu River, which flow through the Kumarghat-Fatikroy region. Continuous rainfall in the region over the past few days is believed to have contributed to the swelling of

MELAGHAR: A 19-year-old speech- and hearing-impaired youth, identified as Hriday Das, has gone missing after allegedly leaving his home in anger following a dispute over ₹200. The incident occurred in the Khas Chowmuhani area under Melaghar police station. According to family members, Hriday stormed out of the house after an argument linked to the money