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State in northeastern India

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Tripura: State in northeastern India
Tripura is a state in northeastern India. The third-smallest state in the country, it covers 10,491 km2 (4,051 sq mi); and the seventh-least populous state with a population of 3.67 million. It is bordered by Assam and Mizoram to the east and by Bangladesh to the north, south and west. Tripura is divided into 8 districts and 23 sub-divisions, where Agartala is the capital and the largest city in the state. Tripura has 19 different tribal communities with a majority Bengali population. Bengali, English and Kokborok are the state's official languages.

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After hospitals, hotels and restaurants in Tripura says won't serve Bangladeshi citizens

The All Tripura Hotel & Restaurant Owners' Association has decided to cease serving Bangladeshi guests due to disrespect towards the Indian flag and mistreatment of Hindus in Bangladesh. Additionally,..
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'Deeply regrettable': India after Bangladesh mission breach in Tripura


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55 Rohingyas among 675 illegal immigrants apprehended in Tripura in 2024: BSF


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'Terrorists out of jail concerning as Tripura shares borders with Bangladesh': CM Manik Saha

Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha raises concerns over the release of terrorists in Bangladesh and the nation's mistreatment of minorities. Recent mob attacks on Hindu temples and arrests of ISKCON..
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After Kolkata, Tripura hospital says it won't treat Bangladeshi patients

ILS Hospital in Agartala has stopped treating Bangladeshi patients due to rising anti-India sentiments and alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. This follows a similar move by JN Ray..
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Tripura government collaborates with Tata Technologies for ITI development

The Tripura government is partnering with Tata Technologies to upgrade 19 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the state. The project, costing Rs 683.27 crores, will introduce 11 new trades and..
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What Modi 3.0 govt has achieved in its first 100 days

In the first 100 days of Modi's third term, the government has cleared projects worth Rs 3 lakh crore focusing on infrastructure and job creation. Initiatives include support for farmers, youth..
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Tripura police accused of not arresting criminals for lynching

Tripura police are investigating the lynching of Gautam Das, allegedly by BJP Yuva Morcha leaders. Despite a direct complaint from his father, no arrests were made initially. Opposition parties..
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UP, Tripura CMs to inaugurate Siddheswari temple in Tripura on Monday

On September 16, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha will inaugurate the newly built Siddheswari temple in West Tripura district. The event will also..
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Tripura CM announces retrofitting of 151 years old hospital building

Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha announced a retrofitting plan for the 151-year-old heritage building of Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital. Built in British architecture, this historic structure will..
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Tribal youth's death triggers violence in Tripura, 4 held


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828 HIV positive cases, 47 deaths: This Indian state on high alert amid AIDS outbreak among students

As many as forty-seven students died from HIV in Tripura, and 828 have tested HIV-positive, according to a senior official of the Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS).
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NHIDCL accused of serious corruption in Tripura’s road construction


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Tripura CM Manik Saha sends 'queen variety' pineapples to Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina

In a gesture of goodwill and cross-border camaraderie, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has sent a consignment of pineapples to Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The pineapples were dispatched..
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BJP forms 4-member committee to look into post-poll violence in West Bengal

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has established a four-member committee to assess the situation of post-election violence in West Bengal. The committee comprises ex-Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar..
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Tripura's 'Queen Pineapple' saw 1500% price surge since 2018. What's so special about it?

Tripura's 'Queen Pineapple' has seen a 1500% price surge since 2018, with prices rising from Rs 2 to Rs 32 per piece. In 2024, overseas exports are projected to reach 50,000 kg, including 600 kg to..
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Tripura Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Full List of Winner and Loser Candidates will be announced Soon

Tripura Lok Sabha Election Result 2024 full list of winners: Tripura participated in the 18th Lok Sabha to decide the political representatives. Exit polls predict BJP-led NDA to win seat.
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Weather update: IMD predicts rainfall in several states, severe heatwave in these states; check forecast for next week

IMD also forecasted thunderstorms followed by light to moderate showers, lightning and gusty winds for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tripura..
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Tripura Lok Sabha Election 2024 Exit Poll Results: Exit polls predicts clean sweep for NDA in Tripura


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NIA serves notice to a Tripura housewife; police launch investigation into drug racket


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Monsoon onset over Kerala, Northeast likely from Thursday

The southwest monsoon, driven by Cyclone Remal, is anticipated to arrive early in Kerala and the northeast, influenced by Cyclone Remal's impact on West Bengal and Bangladesh, accelerating its..
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Remal's wake leaves 33 dead, many missing in N-E; WB toll 9

Cyclone Remal aftermath causes devastation in Mizoram, Assam, Meghalaya, Bengal, Tripura. Deaths reported, rescue efforts ongoing. Mizoram govt orders closures.
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Cyclone 'Remal': Landfall process to commence in next few hours, says IMD

IMD predicts cyclonic storm 'Remal' to make landfall in the next few hours over the North Bay of Bengal, near Sagar Islands and Khepupara, with intense weather conditions. Flight operations halted in..
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Cyclone Remal: PM Modi chairs meeting to review response and readiness

PM Modi reviewed the Cyclone Remal response. The cyclone has also triggered heavy rainfall in the coastal districts of West Bengal, including Kolkata. Kolkata airport operations are suspended as..
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Buddha Purnima 2024: Will banks remain closed today? Check state wise list here

In Tripura, Orissa, banks will be closed on the fourth Saturday of Nazrul Jayanti and the Lok Sabha General Elections of 2024
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Five Bangladeshi nationals arrested for entering Indian territory without any valid document

Five Bangladeshi nationals arrested in Khowai district, Tripura for entering Indian territory without valid travel document. They sneaked in at Ashrambari and were detained while heading to..
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PM Modi, VP Dhankhar, Rajasthan CM condole demise of former Rajasthan Deputy CM Kamla Beniwal

PM Modi, VP Jagdeep Dhankhar, and CM Bhajan Lal Sharma mourn ex-Governor Dr. Kamla Beniwal's death in Rajasthan. Dr. Beniwal, a senior Congress member, served as Governor of Gujarat, Tripura, and..
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Anant Ambani's Vantara lauded for timely rescue of ailing elephant, calf in Tripura


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Tripura govt starts installation of radio collars on wild elephants to track movement


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Surface transport of goods becomes uncertain in Tripura, South Assam, Mizoram


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Vote boycott becomes a cause of concern for parties in Tripura


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At 80%, Tripura's turnout highest; UP lowest with 55%


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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 2 reports lower voter turnout than Phase 1, what does this pattern indicate?

EC data showed the highest voting percentage was recorded in Tripura which registered 78.53 per cent polling.
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From Rahul Gandhi, Hema Malini to Arun Govil: Key candidates in fray in Lok Sabha polls Phase 2

The second phase has 88 Lok Sabha constituencies including all 20 seats in Kerala, 14 in Karnataka, 13 in Rajasthan, eight in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, five each in Assam and Bihar, six in Madhya..
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Indira Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi all took husband's surname: Tripura royal scion on opposition's surname allegations

Founder of Tipra Motha and royal scion of Tripura, Pradyot Kishore Debbarman on Wednesday hit back at the Congress party after allegations were raised against her sister's surname and stated that it is..
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Lok Sabha elections: Severe heat wave predicted in many states during second phase of polling

The Met office said high humidity could add to people's inconvenience in Tripura, Kerala, coastal Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Assam, Meghalaya and Goa. Voters in 88 Lok Sabha constituencies in..
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LS polls: Tripura records highest turnout in initial hours, stray incidents of violence in Bengal

In the early hours of polling on Friday, during phase one of Lok Sabha elections covering 102 seats across 21 states and Union territories, a voter turnout ranging from 16.33 per cent to 34.54 per cent..
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Look East Policy became Loot East during Congress rule: PM in Tripura rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday sought votes for BJP in both seats of Tripura for the country’s security and further development while addressing a massive rally at Swami Vivekanand Stadium..
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Tripura West Lok Sabha Election 2024: Check important dates, candidates, past results and more

The final dates for the voting and result of the Tripura constituency were released by EC on 16th March. The date of voting for the Tripura Constituency is on 13 May ( Phase 4 ). The date of counting..
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1,210 candidates in fray for 88 LS seats for Ph-2 polls on April 26

1,210 candidates from 13 states/UTs contest in Phase II for 88 parliamentary constituencies. Karnataka: 247 valid nominations. Kerala: 500 nominations, 194 candidates. Maharashtra: 477 nominations,..
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Tripura Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Total seats, schedule, candidates list, date of voting, result, main parties

BJP targets victory in Tripura Lok Sabha seats. TIPRA Motha alliance complicates landscape. CPM's dominance challenged by BJP. Previous winners: Rebati Tripura, Pragya Deb Burman, Jitendra Chaudhary...
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Tripura celebrates Independence and National Day of Bangladesh

Agartala's Assistant High Commission celebrated the 54th Independence and National Day of Bangladesh, commemorating the heroic struggle and the Liberation War against West Pakistan, including observing..
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Tripura: Four fishermen feared drowned in Dumboor Lake amid cyclonic storm


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Need for robust district judicial system: Justice Surya Kant

Justice Surya Kant and Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh emphasize the district judiciary's role in handling constitutional rights and commercial disputes effectively. The High Court of Tripura sees..
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17000 Mizoram’s settlers to cast vote in Tripura Lok Sabha poll

Around 17,000 Bru settlers from Mizoram are set to vote in Tripura's upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The process of rehabilitation, deployment of security forces, and voter enrollment initiatives have..
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Left will disappear from Tripura & Bengal after Lok Sabha polls, Cong will suffer badly: Saha

Tripura CM predicts the disappearance of Left parties in Tripura and West Bengal post-Lok Sabha elections, favoring BJP led by PM Narendra Modi for its pro-people initiatives. Trinamool Congress faces..
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Lok Sabha Election in Tripura 2024: Date, schedule, constituency details


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'Bearers of rich cultural heritage': President Murmu extends greetings to Manipur, Tripura and Meghalaya on statehood day

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings to the people of Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur on their statehood days. These Northeast states are moving ahead on the path of progress, prosperity, and..
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Tripura chief minister Manik Saha raises six demands in NEC plenary meeting


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Lok Sabha elections 2024: Congress appoints Parliament coordinators in Andhra Pradesh

Congress party declared the names of the new presidents of the National Student Union of India (NSUI) state units in Rajasthan, Tripura, and Uttar Pradesh East.
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