Agartala, October 29: The Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) has accused Tripura Police of inaction over obscene social media posts targeting several opposition leaders, alleging that no effective steps have been taken despite FIRs being registered at multiple police stations. The organisation raised the issue with the Deputy Superintendent of Police (Cyber Crime) on Wednesday, seeking prompt legal action against those responsible
Tripura Pradesh Congress president Ashish Kumar Saha has questioned the voter list and seat reservation process ahead of the upcoming civic polls, alleging attempts to influence the election. He said defeating the BJP would be the Congress’s primary objective.
Leader of the Opposition Jiten Chowdhury has criticised the BJP-led government over alleged shortages of essential commodities in ration shops and called for opposition unity ahead of Tripura’s upcoming civic elections. He also raised concerns over rural employment, electoral roll revisions and the protection of democratic rights.
Agartala could see a major reduction in weather-related power cuts as the Tripura government moves to shift overhead electricity cables underground. Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha said the initiative could reduce such disruptions by nearly 99 per cent as TSECL launched two infrastructure projects aimed at improving power reliability, public safety and the city’s appearance.
Tripura’s Ankit Kishore Sen has played a key role in establishing an AI skilling collaboration between IHFC, IIT Delhi, and the Directorate of Skill Development, Government of Tripura. Launched in February 2026 following an MoU signed in November 2025, the initiative has trained several batches of students and opened internship opportunities, while Sen envisions a broader AI mission to promote technology education and innovation across Northeast India.
