US President Donald Trump has acknowledged that he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “crazy” during a heated phone conversation over Israel’s expanding military operations in Lebanon, confirming details first reported by Axios. Trump said the exchange took place as Washington was simultaneously working to negotiate an end to hostilities involving Iran, adding that he […]
BISHALGARH: The state government’s new timing directive has been reduced to a mockery at the Bishalgarh SDM office, leaving ordinary citizens stranded and fueling public anger against the administration. Despite recent government orders mandating a strict 9:30 AM start for five days a week, a rampant culture of absenteeism plagues the department. On Tuesday, multiple
Agartala: In a major push toward boosting sustainable forestry and commercial timber wealth, a high-level training workshop on “Teak Plantation Management” was organized at Pragya Bhavan. The initiative was collaboratively hosted by the ICFRE-Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding (IFGTB), Coimbatore, and the Tripura Forest Department. The technical workshop was inaugurated by Tripura Forest
Kailashahar: Intense resentment brews among rural development workers as the Unakoti District Committee of the All Tripura MGNREGA Employees Welfare Association submitted a formal deputation to District Magistrate Megha Jain (IAS) on Wednesday. The protest was triggered by a crippling consecutive two-month halt in salary payments, leaving hundreds of contract employees in severe financial distress.
Agartala: On the auspicious occasion of the Tirodhan Divas (Ascension Day) of Sri Sri Jai Baba Lokenath, a wave of intense spiritual fervor swept across Tripura on Wednesday (19th Jaistha). Mirroring global celebrations, a multitude of religious programs and special prayer services were organized throughout the state to honor the 19th-century saint. The central hub
Agartala: In a unique and inspiring initiative, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha strongly encouraged persons with disabilities (divyangjan) to actively participate in and inspire the voluntary blood donation movement across the state. Speaking at a special event aimed at promoting social inclusivity, the Chief Minister highlighted that the spirit of saving human lives transcends
Agartala: Violence erupted in the Nagerjala area after an agitation program targeting Ward No. 33 Councillor Abhijit Mallik took a chaotic turn. According to eyewitnesses and local reports, a group of unruly youths, allegedly led by Councillor Mallik, launched a sudden assault on Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) workers stationed at the Nagerjala motor stand. The
AGARTALA: The rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit of Telangana were on full display on Tuesday as the state’s Formation Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Raj Bhavan in Agartala, under the national initiative of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. The commemorative event featured a series of captivating cultural performances, showcasing the traditional music,
OP‑ED (Guest Column) By a Public Policy Observer Tripura is entering a phase where development is no longer defined only by large projects or policy announcements. Increasingly, the real measure of progress lies in how closely governance aligns with the everyday needs of people. From the hills of Dhalai to the busy lanes of Agartala,
AMARPUR: Violent political friction erupted at Tularampara under Vhomrachhara ADC Village on Tuesday, after a dispute over MGNREGA rural employment projects led to a physical assault on a local political worker. According to sources, a group of suspected BJP supporters allegedly attacked Tipra Motha worker Shanti Bikash Chakma over work allocation discrepancies. In retaliation, infuriated
