from Kolkata and the world,[2] and has developed a reputation for political neutrality and "strong principles and authentic reporting.

Chief editor at the time was Gour Kishore Ghosh, "a veteran journalist and socialist," who helped to make the paper popular and credible.

[3] The current Editor in chief is Ashok Dasgupta, an established sports journalist.

[3] In May 2021, Samir Dhar, a correspondent of the Aajkal Tripura branch of the newspaper, was attacked.

Arriving on motorcycles, "The miscreants, said to be supporters of the ruling party in the area, ... [armed] with sharp weapons and carried out the attack.