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13 Apr

Indian Army and BRO Lead Successful Extraction of Drivers in Lachen

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In a significant breakthrough for rescue operations in North Sikkim, over 100 drivers who were stranded for over a week have finally been brought to safety. Following a massive road breach that cut off key transit points, a multi-agency effort successfully navigated treacherous terrain to evacuate the remaining motorists and their vehicles. A major evacuation operation in North Sikkim concluded successfully this Sunday, bringing much-needed relief to 114 drivers who had been stranded in Lachen since April 5. The motorists became trapped after a critical section of the road at Taram Chu, located along the Chungthang–Lachen axis, was severely damaged…

10 Apr

Women’s reservation Bill progress hailed as “landmark step” as Parliament session extended for amendment discussion

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Indra Hang Subba, Member of Parliament from Sikkim, has welcomed the Union Cabinet’s approval of a draft amendment Bill aimed at implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies from 2029.According to reports, the Centre is preparing changes to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam to make the long-awaited provision operational. The move is expected to ensure that one-third of seats are reserved for women starting from the 2029 general elections. To enable discussion and passage of the proposed amendments, the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament has been extended by three days, from April 16…

10 Apr

LPG supply fully restored across Sikkim after temporary disruption, says government

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has announced that the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been fully restored across the state, bringing relief to households after a recent disruption.In an official statement issued on April 9, the state’s Food and Civil Supplies Department said that LPG availability has returned to 100 per cent of pre-crisis levels. The restoration ensures that consumers can now access cooking gas cylinders without difficulty in all districts.Earlier, supplies had dropped to around 80 per cent after Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) reduced distribution due to a nationwide shortage. The shortage was linked to disruptions in global…

27 Mar

Gangtok Hosts State-Level Youth Parliament; Winners Set to Represent Sikkim in New Delhi

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In a vibrant display of civic engagement and leadership, the "Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026" was held in Gangtok yesterday. The event provided a platform for the state's brightest young minds to debate the national budget and share their vision for India’s future as a developed nation by 2047. Organized by MY Bharat Sikkim in collaboration with the NSS and the Department of Sports & Youth Affairs, the competition saw 25 participants representing various districts of the state. The central theme of the day focused on "Union Budget 2026: Strengthening the Path of Youth Towards Viksit Bharat 2047." The Chief…

13 Jan

Arunachal Governor K T Parnaik lauds Sikkim’s remarkable cleanliness drive

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh, Sikkim

Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik, the governor of Arunachal Pradesh, praised Sikkim's accomplishment of becoming the cleanest state in the nation and urged increased collaboration between the two states in areas like people-to-people interaction, sustainable tourism, and environmental conservation. The governor praised the Sikkim government's ongoing emphasis on cleanliness, environmental preservation, and civic duty during a courtesy call by Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang at Lok Bhavan in Gangtok. According to an official statement, Parnaik is in the Himalayan state on a two-day official visit. He claimed that the people's strong sense of collective ownership and public discipline…

06 Dec

Indian Administrative Service inducts two civil service officers from Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Two senior officers of the Sikkim Civil Service (SCS) have been inducted into the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) after completing the formal process of selection for the vacancies meant for the Select List of 2024. The state government confirmed the development on Friday and said that the induction has been approved as per the rules of the central selection procedures. According to officials, the two officers are Sarika Pradhan and Norzing Tsering Shenga. Both belong to the 2002 batch of the Sikkim Civil Service and have spent more than twenty years in different administrative roles in the state. Their names…

02 Dec

Sikkim tightens eco-tourism policy with ₹50 per guest sustainability Ffee

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The Sikkim government has mandated contributions to the Tourism Sustainable Development (TSD) Fund from all tourist accommodation facilities, including hotels, resorts, homestays, service apartments and bed-and-breakfast establishments. Under the new directive, each tourist checking in must be charged ₹50, which the establishment must remit to the government. The compliance will be monitored through the Atithi Guest Information System. The TSD Fund, introduced in March 2025, supports eco-friendly tourism, infrastructure improvements, and responsible travel initiatives across Sikkim. Officials warned that non-compliant establishments will face fines of ₹5,000 for the first month and ₹10,000 for the second month, with the possibility of…

24 Nov

The Sevok–Rangpo rail project is 85% complete, according to NF Railway, with “Excellent Pace” of work

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The ambitious Sevok–Rangpo railway line, a long-awaited project that will bring Sikkim onto India’s railway map for the first time, has achieved 85 percent completion, according to Shri Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Northeast Frontier Railway. Speaking on Akashvani News Gangtok, he shared a detailed status report on the progress, challenges, and future outlook of the strategic line. Sharma said the project continues to move forward at an “excellent pace” despite demanding terrain, fragile geological conditions, and recurring environmental hurdles. The 45-km-long line is among India’s most complex railway constructions, with 86 percent of the alignment…

18 Nov

An adviser to the Sikkim BJP warns of growing security threats near the state boundary

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

BJP leader and state party adviser Tseten Tashi Bhutia has raised concerns over increasing security risks along Sikkim’s border areas, citing activities linked to neighbouring countries that require closer scrutiny. Bhutia said that information widely circulated on social media and news platforms provides a clearer view of developments near India’s frontiers, highlighting the need for heightened vigilance in Sikkim’s sensitive border zones. He warned that anti-India activities cannot be ignored and that proactive measures are critical to ensuring the state’s security. Highlighting the significance of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, Bhutia called it “very necessary” and “urgently needed,”…

15 Nov

Lamin Theengh of Sikkim dominates the 35th National Strength Lifting Championship, taking home four gold medals

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

The 35th National Strength Lifting and Incline Bench Press Championship concluded in spectacular fashion at Palzor Stadium, Gangtok, on November 13, 2025, with over 750 elite athletes from 22 states participating in the four-day event. The championship, held from November 10 to 13, showcased India’s top strength athletes and highlighted Sikkim’s growing stature as a host for major sporting events. Organized under the leadership of the Sikkim Strength Lifting Association, led by Mr. Pema Dorjee Bhutia, Mr. Allen Targain, and Ms. Chandrakala Pradhan, the event was widely praised for its seamless execution and competitive spirit. Among the standout performers, Ms.…