News for 'Tripura'

Manik Saha resigns as Tripura CM, doesn't stake claim

Manik Saha resigns as Tripura CM, doesn't stake claim

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Outgoing Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday called on Governor Satyadeo Narain Arya and tendered his resignation.

Himanta Sarma meets Shah over govt formation in Tripura, Nagaland

Himanta Sarma meets Shah over govt formation in Tripura, Nagaland

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio also attended the meeting, they said.

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket

Day after quitting BJP, Tripura's 4-time MLA Hrangkhawl joins Congress

Day after quitting BJP, Tripura's 4-time MLA Hrangkhawl joins Congress

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Hrangkhawl who was representing the Karamcherra seat in the Dhalai District of Tripura was a four-time MLA.

8 injured in post-poll violence in Tripura

8 injured in post-poll violence in Tripura

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Twenty people have been arrested in connection with the post-poll violence incidents in the state, the police said.

Rivals CPM, Congress come together to fight Tripura polls

Rivals CPM, Congress come together to fight Tripura polls

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

The announcement was made after AICC general secretary Ajoy Kumar held a meeting with CPI-M state secretary Jitendra Choudhury on Friday evening.

'Kushti' in Kerala, 'dosti' in Tripura: Modi on Cong-CPI alliance

'Kushti' in Kerala, 'dosti' in Tripura: Modi on Cong-CPI alliance

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

Modi claimed that some other parties were also helping the opposition alliance from behind but any vote for them will take Tripura several years backward.

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

By democratising access to finance, empowering women and marginalised groups, and adapting to India's diverse regional landscapes, PMMY has helped fortify the country's grassroots growth engines, says Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India, V Anantha Nageswaran.

6 dead, 15 hurt as Tripura Rath Yatra turns into tragedy

6 dead, 15 hurt as Tripura Rath Yatra turns into tragedy

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

The incident happened around 4.30 pm in Kumarghat area during the 'Ulta Rath Yatra' or return car festival of Lord Jagannath organised by ISKCON, they said.

Tripura records final voter turnout of 87.63% in assembly poll

Tripura records final voter turnout of 87.63% in assembly poll

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Nearly 88 per cent of voting was recorded in the one-day Tripura assembly elections, which were "largely peaceful', a senior EC official said on Friday.

Unsold in IPL auction, Gujarat's Urvil hits fastest century by an Indian in T20s!

Unsold in IPL auction, Gujarat's Urvil hits fastest century by an Indian in T20s!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Gujarat's wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel, who went unsold in the IPL mega auction, smashed a century in just 28 balls against Tripura.

CPM's Karat calls for Left unity to counter 'Hindutva neo-fascism'

CPM's Karat calls for Left unity to counter 'Hindutva neo-fascism'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

The 24th CPI(M) Party Congress commenced in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, with interim coordinator Prakash Karat emphasizing the need for Left unity to combat "Hindutva neo-fascism." He criticized the BJP-RSS government, accusing it of representing a "Hindutva-corporate nexus" and displaying "neo-fascist characteristics." Other Left leaders, including CPI general secretary D Raja and CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya, echoed calls for unity and condemned the current political climate in India.

Ranji Trophy: Lord Shardul's century rescues Mumbai on Day 2

Ranji Trophy: Lord Shardul's century rescues Mumbai on Day 2

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Shardul Thakur's second first-class hundred brought Mumbai back from the brink in their Elite Group A clash against Jammu and Kashmir at MCA BKC Ground in Mumbai on Friday.

R-Day parade: UP's Maha Kumbh tableau wins 1st prize

R-Day parade: UP's Maha Kumbh tableau wins 1st prize

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The best marching contingent among the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and other auxiliary forces was the Delhi Police team.

Death toll in Tripura Rath Yatra mishap rises to 7

Death toll in Tripura Rath Yatra mishap rises to 7

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The incident happened around 4.30 pm in Uttar Pabiacherra in Kumarghat during the 'Ulta Rath Yatra' or return car festival organised by ISKCON, they said. During this festival, the sibling deities -- Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhdara and Lord Jagannath -- return to their abode in a chariot, a week after Rath Yatra.

Newcomer Tipra Motha set to play kingmaker in Tripura

Newcomer Tipra Motha set to play kingmaker in Tripura

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Tipra Motha, a regional party floated by Pradoyt Kishore Manikya Debbarma, scion of the erstwhile royal family, is set to play a key role in the formation of the next government in Tripura.

Shaw out, Iyer in: Mumbai's bold move for Ranji Trophy

Shaw out, Iyer in: Mumbai's bold move for Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Shreyas Iyer returned to defending champions Mumbai's 16-member side for the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A clash against Odisha

Manik Saha who led BJP to victory in Tripura to remain CM

Manik Saha who led BJP to victory in Tripura to remain CM

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Manik Saha was named as the next chief minister of the northeastern state of Tripura at a meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party legislative party held in Agartala on Monday.

Election drama! BFI snubs former sports minister Anurag Thakur

Election drama! BFI snubs former sports minister Anurag Thakur

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has rejected former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's nomination for the upcoming elections, citing his ineligibility.

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'He is the God of Gods, the originator of yoga and the Vedas, the most powerful masculine figure who respects the feminine.'

Tripura votes as BJP looks to retain power

Tripura votes as BJP looks to retain power

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The northeastern state is set to witness a triangular fight this time, with the BJP-IPFT coalition seeking to retain supremacy, the Left-Congress combine looking to wrest power, and regional outfit Tipra Motha making its debut at the hustings after its stunning performance in the autonomous council polls.

Rohit FLOPS again! Mumbai in trouble against J&K

Rohit FLOPS again! Mumbai in trouble against J&K

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma's poor form in red-ball cricket continued as he fell for a 19-ball 3 before Mumbai conceded a first-innings lead against Jammu and Kashmir

SC stays child right body's madrassas recommendations

SC stays child right body's madrassas recommendations

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

The organisation has challenged the action of Uttar Pradesh and Tripura governments directing that students of unrecognised madrassas should be shifted to government schools.

Former Proteas all-rounder to take over as Tripura operations head

Former Proteas all-rounder to take over as Tripura operations head

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Former South African allrounder Lance Klusener will take over as head of cricket operation of Tripura for the upcoming season.

Yechury says local tieup with Tipra Motha possible in Tripura election

Yechury says local tieup with Tipra Motha possible in Tripura election

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Communist Party of India-Marxist general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Friday said though there is no pre-poll adjustment with the Tipra Motha, there can be local-level understanding with the tribal party, which has emerged as the third pole in the upcoming Tripura elections.

Modi on stage, Manik Saha sworn-in as Tripura CM for 2nd term

Modi on stage, Manik Saha sworn-in as Tripura CM for 2nd term

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Seventy-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party leader Manik Saha on Wednesday took oath as chief minister of the sensitive border state of Tripura.

Shaw Dropped, Told To Lose Weight

Shaw Dropped, Told To Lose Weight

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

He has been told to follow a strict fitness and shed weight to ensure his return to the Mumbai team.

Will Dhanpur elect the next CM of Tripura once again?

Will Dhanpur elect the next CM of Tripura once again?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

In a four-cornered fight, the real battle is between Union minister Pratima Bhoumik and CPM's Kaushik Chanda.

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Shardul Thakur's hat-trick and unbeaten half-centuries from skipper Ajinkya Rahane and Siddhesh Lad helped Mumbai build a 127-run lead against Meghalaya/

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, suspends visa services in Agartala

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, suspends visa services in Agartala

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Tripura's capital Agartala on Tuesday announced the suspension of all visa and consular services with immediate effect until further notice because of 'security reasons', a day after the mission's premises was breached by a group of people protesting against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Dhaka.

Ranji Roundup: Rinku, Rana shine; Kerala fight back

Ranji Roundup: Rinku, Rana shine; Kerala fight back

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

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

Tripura Police invokes UAPA against 102 Twitter accounts

Tripura Police invokes UAPA against 102 Twitter accounts

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

"Tripura Police have taken up a case against a total of 102 Twitter accounts under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for spreading fake and distorted information related to the recent violence that took place at Panisagar North Tripura," said Jyotishman Das Choudhary, Public Relation Officer of Tripura Police.

Tripura polls: BJP manifesto offers greater autonomy but silent on jobs, pension

Tripura polls: BJP manifesto offers greater autonomy but silent on jobs, pension

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The BJP also announced a Rs 5 meal scheme for all, named after religious guru Anukul Chandra, and setting up of a Regional Institute of Medical Sciences hospital in Agartala.

Counting of votes: BJP faces moment of reckoning in Tripura, Meghalaya

Counting of votes: BJP faces moment of reckoning in Tripura, Meghalaya

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Stakes are high for the Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the counting of votes on Thursday for three state assembly polls, as the results will signal if it has deepened its roots in Tripura, a Left bastion captured by the party in 2018, and made further inroads in Meghalaya and Nagaland, or if the opposition has managed to dent its influence.

Mann Ki Baat more popular than Ramayan, Mahabharat: Tripura CM

Mann Ki Baat more popular than Ramayan, Mahabharat: Tripura CM

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat programme was more popular among the masses than Mahabharat and Ramayan mega TV serials of the 1980s.

Cricketer booked for forging documents to get into Tripura team

Cricketer booked for forging documents to get into Tripura team

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

The player, a resident of Barrackpore town in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, allegedly forged documents, like Permanent Resident of Tripura Certificate (PRTC) and Ration Card, to play for Tripura, they said.

Tripura votes on Feb 16, Meghalaya, Nagaland on 27th; results on March 2

Tripura votes on Feb 16, Meghalaya, Nagaland on 27th; results on March 2

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

The three state assemblies have a strength of 60 members each.

Muslims being brutalised in Tripura: Rahul

Muslims being brutalised in Tripura: Rahul

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

He also alleged that those doing violence in the name of Hinduism are not Hindus but hypocrites.

KKR's new home ground? Agartala stadium in the race

KKR's new home ground? Agartala stadium in the race

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The construction at the international stadium at Narsingarh began way back in 2017 with an estimated cost of Rs. 185 crore but the stadium is not yet ready.

SMAT: Hardik stars with quick-fire 47; Shardul gets unwanted record

SMAT: Hardik stars with quick-fire 47; Shardul gets unwanted record

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Delhi use 11 bowlers vs Manipur