News for 'Agartala'

ISI using Bangla border as 'safe passage' to India

ISI using Bangla border as 'safe passage' to India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

Pakistan's intelligence aganeyc, the Inter Service Intelligence, has activated its sleeper cells in the North East region to use the Indo-Bangladesh border route as a 'safe passage' to courier its men and materials into different parts of India. This was revealed by the arrested ISI agent, Momin Khan, to his interrogators in Tripura recently.

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'We airlifted army personnel wearing lungis to generally unused landing grounds.' 'We were told to keep quiet about what we did or saw.'

Ranji round-up: Bengal notch up three points against Gujarat

Ranji round-up: Bengal notch up three points against Gujarat

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

A round-up of results from the Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

Petro price hike: Left to launch offensive

Petro price hike: Left to launch offensive

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

Left parties would launch an offensive in the forthcoming monsoon session of Parliament against the United Progressive Alliance government hiking prices of petroleum products, Communist Party of India-Marxist member of the Parliament Basudeb Acharya has said.

Dipa is down but not out, insists coach Nandi

Dipa is down but not out, insists coach Nandi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

She had planned to make a comeback at the Asian and World Championships but couldn't recover in time.

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Here's a recap of the big events that shaped the nation over the weekend.

Northeast rebels are shifting base to Myanmar

Northeast rebels are shifting base to Myanmar

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

"Overall, insurgency is on the wane due to crackdown on ultras in Bangladesh by their security forces, so different insurgent outfits are now shifting their bases to Myanmar," Pranay Sahaya, Director General of Tripura Police, told media persons in Agartala.

Tripura CM, state tennis body congratulate Somdev

Tripura CM, state tennis body congratulate Somdev

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar on Wednesday congratulated Somdev Devvarman for winning gold medal for India in the Asian Games.

Arrested Pak spy entered Tripura to go to Punjab

Arrested Pak spy entered Tripura to go to Punjab

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

An Inter Services Intelligence agent, who was arrested in Agartala along with six Indian collaborators, has confessed during interrogation that he had entered Tripura via Bangladesh to go to Punjab to monitor army movement there and report to ISI headquarters, police said on Tuesday.

Ask Mayank: How to do online interviews?

Ask Mayank: How to do online interviews?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Working online is the new reality, explains HR Guru Mayank Rautela.

Over 500 COVID-19 cases reported in 5 paramilitary forces

Over 500 COVID-19 cases reported in 5 paramilitary forces

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The border guarding force has the maximum confirmed cases of the disease among the Central Armed Police Forces, also known as paramilitary forces.

509 outposts to be made along B'desh border

509 outposts to be made along B'desh border

Rediff.com25 May 2010

The Centre has decided to construct 509 new Border Outposts (BOPs) and complete the unfinished barbed wire fencing along the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Bangla international borders, a top official said on Tuesday.

Govt to meet all parties on Women's Bill again

Govt to meet all parties on Women's Bill again

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

The Central government will hold another all-party meeting this week to arrive at a consensus on the Women's Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha, Union minister V Narayanasamy said on Tuesday.

IndiGo eyes Tier-II, III cities for growth

IndiGo eyes Tier-II, III cities for growth

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

IndiGo operates 161 flights a day.

India innovates: 'Deep Bahan' for rickshaw pullers

India innovates: 'Deep Bahan' for rickshaw pullers

Rediff.com20 Oct 2010

Rickshaw-puller Haripada Das is a happy man these days driving his own specially-designed rickshaw which is lighter and spacious and also covers his head enabling him to drive under scorching sun or in rain.

ASK MAYANK: I've a new job offer, should I take it?

ASK MAYANK: I've a new job offer, should I take it?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

How do you decide if you should take up a new job in these difficult times? HR guru Mayank Rautela has some tips that could help you decide.

Dipa eyes Olympic berth with strong performances in Baku and Doha

Dipa eyes Olympic berth with strong performances in Baku and Doha

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Dipa Karmakar will look to secure an Olympic berth with 'some good performances' at back-to-back Artistic Gymnastics World Cups

Tripura: A Victory for the Thought Warriors

Tripura: A Victory for the Thought Warriors

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

'None other but the invincible chariot led by Modi and Shah could have taken up the challenge and won,' says Tarun Vijay.

Cold wave in North India claims 443 lives

Cold wave in North India claims 443 lives

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

The cold wave continues to disrupt normal life across North India and the death toll due to the extreme harsh weather is now reported to be over 443.

India lost 21 million jobs in the Covid lockdown

India lost 21 million jobs in the Covid lockdown

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

There were 86 million salaried jobs in India during 2019-2020. In August 2020, their count was down to 65 million. The deficit of 21 million jobs is the biggest among all types of employment, points out Mahesh Vyas.

India, Bangladesh can revive Bay of Bengal dynamism

India, Bangladesh can revive Bay of Bengal dynamism

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The South Asian nations could script a new history of cooperation and prosperity that could serve as an example for other nations, notes Dr Rahul Mishra.

Rupee at fresh 2-month low, tumbles 39 paise to 67.36

Rupee at fresh 2-month low, tumbles 39 paise to 67.36

Rediff.com19 May 2016

The US dollar jumped in overseas market on Wednesday.

Help! I am being sexually harassed at work

Help! I am being sexually harassed at work

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

'We need to confront such people else they will be encouraged to harass more women in the future,' notes HR guru Mayank Rautela.

Famous faces line up to vote in 1st phase of polls

Famous faces line up to vote in 1st phase of polls

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Brisk polling began on Thursday morning in 91 constituencies spread across 18 states and two union territories in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections. As people queued up across the nation to cast their vote, there were some famous faces in the lines at different polling stations. Take a look.

Dear Mayank: It's my first job. Please help!

Dear Mayank: It's my first job. Please help!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

HR guru Mayank Rautela has some suggestions.

4 arrested for Tripura serial blasts

4 arrested for Tripura serial blasts

Rediff.com3 Oct 2008

The Tripura police have arrested four persons, including three Bangladeshi nationals, in connection with the serial blasts in Agartala. Additional forces have also been deployed throughout the state.The source informed that cross border movements of criminals and terrorists, along the border with Bangladesh near Agartala, were possible due to gaps in the border fencing. The police estimate that there are over 25 camps of Tripura militant groups on Bangladesh soil.

Dipa was inconsolable after returning to Games Village: Coach

Dipa was inconsolable after returning to Games Village: Coach

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

No one knows whether Dipa Karmakar believed in the old adage "Smile when it hurts most" but her resplendent smile after missing out on what would have been a path-breaking medal in Indian sport belied the storm brewing up in her mind. Back in the Games Village, it was difficult to control emotions as she wept inconsolably. Her coach and father figure Bishweshwar Nandi was also crestfallen. "After she returned to the Games Village, Dipa was inconsolable. Missing the bronze by so less a margin will remain the biggest regret for us," coach Nandi told PTI.

UP victim of short sighted politics: Rahul

UP victim of short sighted politics: Rahul

Rediff.com7 Oct 2009

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Tuesday that Uttar Pradesh is a "victim of short sighted politics" but refrained from blaming its Chief Minister Mayawati for it.

ASK MAYANK: How can I re-enter the job market?

ASK MAYANK: How can I re-enter the job market?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

HR guru Mayank Rautela provides a three-point plan.

'I've lost my job and the future scares me'

'I've lost my job and the future scares me'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

What do you do when you've lost your job during the lockdown and are unable to get another one? Get expert advice from HR Guru Mayank Rautela.

Bird flu alert sounded along Indo-Bangla border

Bird flu alert sounded along Indo-Bangla border

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

Sylhet, Srimanagal and Habigunj districts of Bangladesh, bordering Khowai subdivision of west Tripura district and Kamalpur subdivision of Dhalai district, have recently been affected by avian influenza, the sources said.

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The festival of colours celebrated with traditional fanfare.

Will fight Lok Sabha polls on our own in Assam: BJP

Will fight Lok Sabha polls on our own in Assam: BJP

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday decided against teaming up another political party to contest the 14 Lok Sabha seats in the state, informed BJP general secretary Santanu Bharali.

After Modi, Amit Shah criticises triple talaq

After Modi, Amit Shah criticises triple talaq

Rediff.com6 May 2017

Shah said the government was committed to ensure development in the country.

Tripura: BSF constable shoots senior, kills self

Tripura: BSF constable shoots senior, kills self

Rediff.com29 Apr 2008

A constable of the Border Security Force allegedly committed suicide after shooting and injuring a head constable at the Kaptoli border outpost, under the Sabroom subdivision of South Tripura district, police said in Agartala on Tuesday. Constable Vidyadhar shot head constable Rameswar Dayal with his service rifle, following an altercation over the allocation of duty and then shot himself, police said. The head constable is being treated at a local hospital.

Bird-flu detected in 17 villages in north Tripura

Bird-flu detected in 17 villages in north Tripura

Rediff.com7 Apr 2008

As many as 17 villages along the Tripura-Bangladesh border in Kamalpur division of north Tripura have been affected by avian influenza. Authorities have issued restrictions on the movement of poultry products through the villages. More than 3,000 chickens, ducks, crows and other wild birds had died in the area while several dogs and jackals, which had consumed the affected birds, were also found dead.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Air India's low-cost arm to fly limited routes

Air India's low-cost arm to fly limited routes

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Starting this October, Air India Express will fly Cochin-Chennai, Cochin-Hyderabad, Cochin-Bangalore, Bangalore-Chennai, Chennai-Kolkata, Hyderabad-Kolkata and Kolkata-Agartala.

India warms up for Yoga Day

India warms up for Yoga Day

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Here are glimpses of people practising yoga across the country.

ISRO to set up Human Space Flight Centre

ISRO to set up Human Space Flight Centre

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

ISRO has to select astronauts, training them to withstand the space environment, and then bring them back to earth and rehabilitate them.