BIG BREAKING: BJP, Tipra Motha and IPFT Set for Joint Contest in Tripura Village Committee Polls

Agartala, September 5, 2026: In a major political development ahead of the Tripura Village Committee elections, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has indicated that the BJP, Tipra Motha and IPFT will contest the upcoming Village Committee elections together.

Speaking after returning to Tripura from New Delhi, where he met Union Home Minister Amit Shah along with Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, Saha said the three parties would work together in the September 28 Village Committee elections. 

Dr. Manik Saha

The development comes shortly after the high-level meeting in New Delhi, which focused on the upcoming elections as well as several longstanding issues concerning Tripura's indigenous population. The meeting between Shah, Saha and Pradyot was also attended by BJP Northeast Coordinator Sambit Patra.

One of the most important issues discussed was the implementation of the Tripartite Accord, particularly matters related to the land rights of indigenous tribal people.

According to Saha, work on the land-rights issue is expected to move forward soon after the Village Committee elections. The implementation of the agreement has been a major demand of Tipra Motha and has remained central to negotiations over an electoral understanding with the BJP.

The announcement marks a significant shift in the political equation in Tripura's tribal areas. Tipra Motha had earlier maintained that it would not enter into an electoral understanding without concrete progress on the Tripartite Accord.

The Village Committee elections are scheduled for September 28, covering 587 Village Committees, with counting scheduled for October 5. The elections are being held after a gap of nearly 10 years.

The BJP had reportedly delayed finalising its candidates while alliance discussions with Tipra Motha were underway, making the outcome of the Delhi meeting particularly significant.

The BJP-Tipra Motha-IPFT understanding, if implemented as announced, could significantly reshape the electoral contest across Tripura's tribal areas and will be closely watched ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.

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GSLV-F17 Mission: ISRO Set to Launch Advanced EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite

Sriharikota: India’s space programme is set for another significant mission as the GSLV-F17 rocket prepares to carry the advanced EOS-05 Earth observation satellite into space.

GSLV-F17

The mission will be launched from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. GSLV-F17 will be the 19th flight of India’s Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, marking another important step in the country’s satellite-launch capabilities.

The rocket is equipped with a 4-metre-diameter ogive composite payload fairing, which will protect the spacecraft during the initial phase of its journey.

The main payload, EOS-05, is a next-generation Earth observation spacecraft featuring hyperspectral imaging technology. The satellite is designed to capture detailed information about Earth from a geosynchronous orbit.

The mission is particularly notable because EOS-05 is described as India’s first imaging satellite to operate from a geosynchronous orbit. Its advanced imaging capabilities are expected to enhance India’s ability to observe and study the Earth using space-based technology.

The GSLV-F17 mission represents another important achievement in India’s growing space capabilities and demonstrates continued progress in the development of advanced launch vehicles and Earth-observation satellites.

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Mega Tipra Motha Rally in Bakma as Candidates File Nominations for Village Council Elections

Bakma, Killa RD Block, September 3, 2026: A large-scale Tipra Motha supporters’ rally was organised at Bakma under Killa RD Block on Thursday evening as the party’s candidates submitted their nomination papers for the upcoming Village Council elections scheduled to be held on September 28.

Village Council elections

Hundreds of supporters gathered for the rally, with the turnout estimated at around 1,000 Tipra Motha supporters. The rally began with party supporters accompanying the candidates to the nomination centre, where the candidates formally submitted their nomination papers.

Former CEM and current MDC Shri Purna Chandra Jamatia also participated in the rally and was present during the nomination filing programme. His presence added significance to the event, with party supporters gathering in large numbers around the nomination procession.

The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from local supporters, who raised party slogans and expressed their support for the candidates contesting the Village Council polls.

With the election scheduled for September 28, political activities have intensified across the state. Various parties and candidates are stepping up their organisational programmes and nomination filing ahead of the crucial local-level election.

The large gathering at Bakma highlighted the growing electoral activity in the Killa RD Block area as the Village Council election campaign moves into an important phase.

Tipra Motha Holds Organisational Meetings Ahead of Village Council Elections

Teliamura, Tripura: With the Village Council elections approaching, the Tipra Motha Party has stepped up its organisational activities across the Teliamura subdivision. The party is working to strengthen its organisation and prepare its strategy for the upcoming elections. 

MDC Utpal Debbarma

On Tuesday, MDC of the 11 Maharani constituency, Utpal Debbarma, held separate organisational meetings with party leaders and workers across three blocks under the Teliamura subdivision.

Party workers and leaders from the Mungiakami, Teliamura and Kalyanpur block areas participated in the meetings.

According to party sources, discussions focused on the organisational position of Tipra Motha, preparations for the upcoming Village Council elections and the party's future electoral strategy.

The meetings also emphasised strengthening coordination among party workers and further consolidating the organisation at the grassroots level ahead of the elections.

Speaking about the meetings, MDC Utpal Debbarma said the discussions mainly focused on the strategy and approach to be adopted by the party for the upcoming Village Council elections. He also stressed the need for party workers to remain united and work together to strengthen the organisation.

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Two Convicted in 79-Kg Ganja Smuggling Case, Sentenced to 10 Years in Jail

Khowai, Tripura: A Khowai district court has sentenced two accused to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment after convicting them in a ganja smuggling case involving the recovery of 79 kg of cannabis. 

Khowai District Court

The case dates back to July 9, 2021, when police conducted a search at the Hawaibari naka point under Teliamura Police Station. During the vehicle search, a total of 79 kg of ganja was recovered.

The vehicle driver, Partha Debnath, and co-driver Bijesh Debbarma were arrested in connection with the case.

The matter was subsequently heard before Special Judge Sharmistha Mukherjee at the Khowai District Court. During the lengthy trial, the court examined a total of 12 witnesses and reviewed the evidence and documents presented in the case.

After considering the testimonies and other evidence, the court found both accused guilty.

The court then sentenced Partha Debnath and Bijesh Debbarma to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh on each of them.

The verdict is being viewed by the concerned authorities as a strong message against drug trafficking and the illegal transportation of cannabis.

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Nepal Flash Flood Disaster: Rescue Operations Continue as Hundreds Remain Missing

Kathmandu, August 31, 2026: Rescue teams in Nepal are continuing a massive search operation following devastating flash floods and landslides along the Nepal–Tibet border. The disaster has caused heavy loss of life and widespread damage to infrastructure in the affected region.

Officials have reported that hundreds of bodies have been recovered, while thousands of people are still unaccounted for. The exact figures are continuing to change as rescue teams reach remote locations and authorities verify missing-person reports.

A major focus of the rescue operation is the search for workers believed to be trapped inside mud- and debris-filled tunnels at several hydropower projects. Rescue teams are facing difficult conditions because many tunnels and access roads have been blocked by large amounts of mud, rocks and flood debris. 

Nepal Flash Flood

At the Upper Trishuli hydropower projects, specialist teams are working to clear blocked sections and reach areas where workers may still be trapped. Nepal Army personnel and technical teams are involved in the operation, with international assistance also being provided.

Several workers have already been rescued from affected hydropower facilities, offering hope to families who are still waiting for information about their relatives. However, rescuers say the operation remains extremely challenging because of unstable terrain and damaged infrastructure.

The disaster has also affected foreign nationals, with a significant number reported missing in the affected areas. Authorities are working to identify recovered victims and establish updated information about those still unaccounted for.

Nepal's government has called for continued international assistance, particularly for specialized tunnel rescue equipment, forensic identification and emergency response operations.

Meanwhile, families of missing workers continue to wait anxiously for news. Rescue teams remain engaged in search operations, with authorities stressing that every possible effort is being made to locate survivors and recover those who have lost their lives.

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YTF Karbook Team Visits Alotola S.B. School Following Student and Guardian Complaints

Karbook, August 31, 2026: Following a report published by Tripura Janamat on August 29 regarding various complaints concerning the Alotola S.B. School under Karbook Sub-Division, a team of the YTF Karbook visited the school and interacted with students and teachers to understand the issues raised by students and guardians. 

YTF Karbook President Tapan Debbarma

The YTF team was led by YTF Karbook President Tapan Debbarma. Members of the team, including Chengla Mog, Punimahan Tripura, Pradip Tripura, Rahul Tripura and Pati Bachan Tripura, were present during the visit.

The team reportedly spoke with students and guardians regarding the concerns raised about the school. The three teachers—Tapas Pal, Aktar Hussain and Ranjit Debbarma—were also present and responded to the issues discussed during the visit.

Karbook School Inspector (I.S.) Damudhar Tripura also visited the school and took part in discussions concerning the complaints raised by students and guardians.

According to the news sources, during the discussion, teachers Tapas Pal, Aktar Hussain and Ranjit Debbarma expressed regret and apologized over the issues raised. They reportedly assured those present that such incidents would not happen again in the future.

The visit comes after concerns regarding the school's educational environment and other issues were brought into the public domain. The involvement of the YTF team and education officials is expected to help address the concerns and improve coordination between the school, students, guardians and the local community.

Karbook Administration Seeks Cooperation for SIR 2026

Karbook: An all-party consultation meeting was conducted in Karbook Sub-Division as part of preparations for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 of the electoral roll. 

SIR

Political party representatives and Booth Level Agents attended the meeting, where officials explained the various stages of voter verification and electoral roll revision. The role of BLAs and their coordination with the administration was also discussed.

SDM Pradip Debbarma presided over the meeting in the presence of DCM Dibakar Jamatia and other concerned officials. The administration stressed the need for collective participation to complete the revision process in a fair, transparent, and error-free manner.

Alotola S.B. School Faces Education Concerns; Locals Seek Administrative Intervention

Karbook, Gomati, Tripura, August 29, 2026: Concerns over the functioning of Alotola S.B. School in Patichhari ADC Village under Karbook Sub-Division have prompted local residents and the School Management Committee (SMC) to seek the attention of the Education Department and local administration. 

Alotola S.B. School

According to complaints raised by locals and students, regular classroom teaching at the school has allegedly been affected by a shortage of teachers and other official responsibilities. Some students have also alleged that mobile phones are being used by certain teachers during school hours, raising concerns over classroom discipline and the quality of teaching.

An allegation has also been raised against teacher Aktar Hossain, who students claim was using a mobile phone for personal business-related activities during school hours. However, the allegation has not been independently verified, and no official document or conclusive evidence supporting the claim has been made public so far.

Local residents have further raised concerns regarding alleged favoritism involving Tapas Pal and administrative issues allegedly associated with Ranjit Debbarma. There are also local complaints alleging inappropriate behavior and physical treatment of students. These allegations remain unverified and would require an impartial inquiry by the competent authorities before any conclusion can be reached.

Speaking about the situation, Head Teacher Jagadish Marak said that teachers are currently handling several government-related responsibilities. He pointed out that reports such as GP, EP, FP and PP are required to be submitted by August 31, adding to the workload of the existing staff.

The Head Teacher also acknowledged the shortage of teachers at the school and said that the limited staff are facing additional responsibilities. He expressed his commitment to providing quality education but stressed the need for greater government support and adequate teaching staff.

Meanwhile, the SMC committee and local residents have urged the Education Department and administration to assess the school's academic activities, ensure that regular classes continue after the mid-day meal, examine the complaints raised by students and residents, and take appropriate steps to resolve the teacher shortage.

The allegations mentioned in this report are subject to verification. The newspaper will seek the response of the concerned authorities and publish further details if an official inquiry or investigation provides additional information.

YTA Demands Kokborok Announcements at Railway Stations Across Tripura

Agartala, August 28, 2026: The Young Tripuri Association (YTA) has submitted a memorandum to the concerned authorities at Agartala Railway Station, demanding the inclusion of Kokborok-language announcements at railway stations wherever public announcements are made. 

Supra Debbarma

Speaking at a press briefing, YTA Organising Secretary Supra Debbarma said the demand is aimed at ensuring greater linguistic inclusion and making railway services more accessible to Kokborok-speaking passengers.

According to the organisation, Kokborok holds an important place in the identity, heritage and cultural life of the indigenous people of Tripura. YTA argued that using Kokborok for railway announcements would help passengers understand important information more easily while also recognising the state's indigenous linguistic identity.

The organisation stressed that public services should be accessible to people from all sections of society and said the introduction of Kokborok announcements would represent an important step towards linguistic equality.

YTA has urged the railway authorities to consider the demand positively and take appropriate measures to introduce Kokborok announcements at railway stations where public announcements are made.

The organisation expressed hope that the authorities would respond to the memorandum in the broader interest of passengers and the preservation and promotion of the Kokborok language.

India Women Make World Cup History, Finish Fifth After Stunning Win Over Germany

Thursday: The Indian women’s hockey team produced a historic performance at the Women’s World Cup, defeating Germany 3-1 in the fifth-sixth classification match to secure a fifth-place finish—the country’s best result at the tournament since finishing fourth at the inaugural 1974 edition. 

 Indian women’s hockey team

Navneet Kaur was the standout performer, scoring twice, including a spectacular individual goal that sealed India’s victory. Ishika also found the net as India produced a dominant second-half display.

India entered the tournament ranked ninth in the world but repeatedly challenged higher-ranked opponents. The team held Olympic silver medallists China and England to draws before suffering a 0-2 defeat against defending champions the Netherlands.

The Indian side then narrowly missed a place in the semi-finals after losing their crucial encounter against Australia. Despite creating opportunities throughout the tournament, inconsistent finishing against England, the Netherlands and Australia prevented India from converting promising performances into victories.

Against Germany, however, India’s attacking play finally produced the desired results. After a goalless first half, Ishika opened the scoring in the 43rd minute following a precise pass from Neha. Navneet doubled the advantage just a minute later through a powerful penalty-corner variation.

Navneet completed her brace in the 47th minute after receiving a pass from captain Salima Tete, producing an excellent finish to put India 3-0 ahead.

Germany managed a consolation goal through Lynn Krings in the 59th minute, but India’s defence held firm to secure the historic victory.

India finished the tournament with two wins, three draws and one defeat, with their only loss coming against the Netherlands.

The result provides a major confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games, where India will have a crucial opportunity to secure direct qualification for the 2028 Olympics by winning gold. With the continental competition approaching, the World Cup performance has highlighted the growing potential of Indian women’s hockey.

Vijay’s PM Appeal Strongest in Northeast, India Today-CVoter Survey Reveals

New Delhi, August 28, 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay has emerged as a notable name in the national prime ministerial race, with an unexpected regional trend placing him strongest in the Northeast, according to the August 2026 India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation survey. 

C Joseph Vijay

The survey shows that 18.5 per cent of respondents in the Northeast consider Vijay the most suitable choice to become India’s next Prime Minister. His support in the region is significantly higher than the 14.3 per cent recorded in the South, his home region.

At the national level, Vijay receives 9.2 per cent support, placing him third among the preferred prime ministerial choices. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the list with 48.7 per cent, followed by Rahul Gandhi with 27.1 per cent.

Vijay’s regional performance becomes particularly striking when compared with other parts of the country. His support stands at 9.6 per cent in the East, 8.5 per cent in the West and just 4.6 per cent in the North.

The figures are noteworthy because Vijay’s political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), does not have a significant organisational presence in the Northeast. His relatively strong support there therefore raises questions about the factors behind his growing national appeal.

Vijay entered electoral politics with the launch of TVK in 2024 and subsequently became Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after the party came to power in 2026. His supporters have increasingly projected him as a potential national leader ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha election.

The survey also places Vijay in a strong position among Opposition leadership choices. When respondents were asked who would be best suited to lead an Opposition alliance, 12.2 per cent chose Vijay, putting him behind Rahul Gandhi at 29 per cent but ahead of several established regional leaders.

The Mood of the Nation survey was conducted by CVoter, with 25,184 respondents directly surveyed between July 1 and August 25, alongside 91,795 interviews from regular tracking conducted over the previous six months.

While the findings do not necessarily indicate an established nationwide political base for Vijay, they offer an early indication that his appeal may extend beyond Tamil Nadu and the southern states.

Nine-Point Demands Raised in Khowai as GMP, TYF and TSU Stage Mass Protest

Khowai: A mass sit-in programme was organised in Khowai by the sub-divisional committees of GMP, TYF and TSU, with the organisations putting forward a series of demands related to the tribal community and the functioning of the autonomous council. 

Khowai

The protesters highlighted nine major demands, including the announcement of Village Committee elections, establishment of employment opportunities through the ADC, and constitutional recognition for Kokborok by including it in the Eighth Schedule.

The programme was attended by several prominent leaders, including former minister Naresh Jamatia, former TTAADC CEM Ranjit Debbarma and former MLA Padma Kumar Debbarma, besides other organisational leaders, workers and supporters.

During the mass sit-in, speakers explained the importance of the nine-point demands and urged the government and concerned authorities to address the issues without further delay.

The gathering also highlighted concerns surrounding employment, local administration and the preservation and recognition of the Kokborok language.

The organisers appealed to the authorities to take concrete measures to fulfil their demands and resolve the issues raised through the programme.