NEW DELHI: The Reserve Bank of India on Saturday announced a package of measures to support the rupee, including a special window to supply dollars to state-run oil marketing companies. The facility covers Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum, and will begin on October 12 and run until further notice. The RBI will
IMPHAL: Three people were killed in fresh clashes between armed groups in Manipur’s Kamjong and Ukhrul districts, officials said on Saturday. The deaths add to concerns over the security situation in the state’s hill districts. The identities of the deceased, the exact locations and timing of the incidents, and the groups involved were not immediately
Agartala: The Tripura government distributed uniforms to prepaid taxi and auto drivers, in a move aimed at supporting the transport workers who serve commuters and visitors. The uniforms were handed over to drivers operating under the prepaid taxi and auto services. Such services are meant to give passengers a fair and transparent fare system, particularly
Agartala: Tripura recorded a 9 per cent drop in road accidents in 2025, Chief Minister Manik Saha said, pointing to progress in the state’s road safety efforts. The Chief Minister shared the figure while speaking on road safety. He indicated that the decline reflects the combined impact of the measures taken by the government and
Agartala: Police had still not made any arrests in the reported attack on journalist Shibananda Shil and others in Agartala’s Shyamalibazar area, drawing concern from the media fraternity. According to reports, Shil and others were attacked in the locality. The exact time and circumstances of the incident, and the extent of the injuries suffered, were
Agartala: The state government continued preparations and security arrangements for Durga Puja celebrations across Tripura, as the festival season draws closer. Officials are coordinating with district administrations, police and puja committees to ensure the festivities pass off smoothly. Arrangements are being made to manage crowds at major pandals in Agartala and in district and sub-divisional
Amarpur, Gomati: Political tension gripped Amarpur after reports emerged of alleged vandalism at a BJP party office in the area. According to initial reports, the office was damaged in an incident that has raised the political temperature locally. The exact nature of the damage and the time of the incident were not immediately clear. Party
Agartala: Assam Rifles and Customs officials seized Yaba tablets worth about Rs 72 crore in Mohanpur, West Tripura, in one of the larger anti-narcotics operations in the state in recent times. The seizure was made during a joint operation by the paramilitary force and the Customs department. The contraband, a methamphetamine-based synthetic drug popularly known
Agartala/New Delhi: Tripura Congress leaders joined a protest in New Delhi, demanding action against the Chief Election Commissioner. The leaders travelled to the national capital to take part in the demonstration, which was held to press the demand for action against the head of the poll body. They joined party colleagues and supporters from other
Melaghar: Chief Minister Manik Saha attended the Neermahal Jal Utsav 2026 in Melaghar, using the occasion to stress the importance of heritage conservation, eco-tourism and local livelihood development in Tripura. Speaking at the festival, the Chief Minister highlighted the need to protect the state’s historical and cultural landmarks for future generations. He said heritage sites
