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09 Sep

Former Minister Tshering Wangdi Lepcha leaves Sikkim Democratic Front

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Former Minister Tshering Wangdi Lepcha of the Lachen-Mangan constituency has resigned from the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF). A long-serving member of the party since 1993, Lepcha expressed deep gratitude for the opportunities he gained in Sikkimese politics but cited unavoidable reasons for his departure. Lepcha’s resignation follows a major shake-up within the SDF, led by party president Pawan Chamling. In a Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting held at SDF Bhawan on September 2, Chamling dissolved all major party committees, including the Central Working Committee, District Committees, and Frontal Organizations. This strategic restructuring, Chamling noted, aims to rejuvenate the party’s leadership…

12 Aug

Sikkim protesters demand better animal protection laws

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Animal rights activists assembled at Zero Point on Sunday to protest the recent shooting of a stray dog on Kazi Road, calling for immediate action against animal cruelty. The rally, spearheaded by Guardian of Sikkim, People for Animals, and Citizens Animal Shelter Sikkim, aimed to spotlight the brutal act and advocate for justice. The controversy erupted following the discovery of a 3-4-year-old stray dog with a gunshot wound to its chest on July 19. Initially buried in haste, the dog’s body was later exhumed after an anonymous tip and examined at a local polyclinic, confirming it had been shot. Karma…

07 Aug

Sikkim assembly passes key bills on fees and gaming

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

On the second day of the Budget Session 2024-25, the Eleventh Sikkim Legislative Assembly passed three significant bills, reflecting crucial legislative changes. The bills approved were the Sikkim Court Fees and Stamps on Documents (Amendment) Bill, 2024; the Sikkim Online Gaming (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2024; and the Sikkim Registration of Tourist Trade Bill, 2024. The session commenced with tributes to three distinguished figures: late Sonam Gyatso Bhutia, former MLA of Barfung Constituency; late Pahalman Subba, former MP of Sikkim; and late Ram Chandra Poudyal, former Deputy Speaker of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly. Speaker Mingma Norbu Sherpa and Chief Minister Prem…

13 Jul

Landslide victims urgently transported to hospitals in Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A tragic incident in Sikkim has claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman and left several others critically injured when their vehicle was struck by massive boulders. The accident occurred near Sisney, at the 10th Mile in Makha, as they traveled from Lingee in South Sikkim to Singtam. The injured were swiftly transported to the nearest hospital for urgent medical care. The severity of the landslide has raised significant concerns about the safety of travel in the region. Sikkim has been grappling with severe landslides in recent days, resulting in the closure of National Highway 10 at multiple points. This…

11 Jul

Sikkim budget session set for August 5-9, job regularization to begin August 1: CM Tamang

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has revealed pivotal developments for the state, underlining the government's commitment to its promises and the welfare of the public.Chief Minister Tamang declared that the Sikkim Budget session is scheduled to convene from August 5 to August 9, aiming to address crucial state issues and lay out the financial course ahead. Concurrently, he announced the commencement of job regularization for approximately 27,000 ad-hoc and OFOJ employees starting August 1. These employees, who have received memorandums, will have their joining dates finalized during a cabinet meeting slated for July 17. "We are not a government…

11 Jun

Prem Singh sworn as new Chief Minister of Sikkim

editorSikkim

In recent, state polling, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party, led by PS Golay, won 31 out of 32 seats against the Pawan Chamling-led Sikkim Democratic Front. After the victory Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) took oath as newly elected Chief Minister of Sikkim along with other Council of Ministers. According to the sources, a total of eleven minister in the swearing-ceremony took oath for development and balance of the state, Sikkim. Additionally, the group of ministers including PS Golay are Sonam Lama, Arun Upreti, Samdup Lepcha, Bhima Hang Limboo, Bhojraj Rai, G.T. Dhungyel, Puran Kumar Gurung, Pintso Namgyal Lepcha, N.B.…

08 Apr

Russell is seen in his old form in IPL. Getting success with bat and ball

editorSikkim, Sports

Kolkata Knight Riders' in-form all-rounder Andre Russell has had problems with his bat before taking the field against Chennai Super Kings. Can't decide which bat to play with. He was wondering about the difference in the weight of the two bats.Don't go down with a light bat in the 22 yards of Chipak with a heavy bat - Russell can't decide. The experienced West Indies cricketer is still at the top of the strike rate in this year's IPL. Scored 105 runs in three matches. Strike rate 238.63. Taking wickets with the ball. Russell can play an important role for…

14 Mar

Selected players list released by Hockey India men

editorSikkim

Hockey India has recently announced the 28-member core probable group for the Senior Men’s National Coaching Camp. According to the sources, the camp is scheduled to begin from March 12 and to continue till March 30 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Details about the formed Hockey Team 28-member Core Group: Goalkeepers: Krishan Bahadur Pathak, PR Sreejesh, Suraj Karkera, Defenders: Harmanpreet Singh, Jarmanpreet Singh, Amit Rohidas, Jugraj Singh, Sanjay, Sumit, Amir Ali, Midfielders: Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Rabichandra Singh, Moirangthem, Shamsher Singh, Nilakanta Sharma, Rajkumar Pal, Vishnukant Singh Forwards: Akashdeep Singh, Mandeep Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay,…

14 Mar

Sandeep Singh excited, honoured for his upcoming movie casts

editorSikkim

Zanai Bhosale who is the grand- daughter of veteran playback singer Asha Bhosale, will be seen in the upcoming movie ‘The Pride of Bharat - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’. The film will be directed by Sandeep Singh. During an interview, he expressed by saying, "l feel so honoured and absolutely privileged to be launching Zanai Bhosale, who is a descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's family lineage and also shares her lineage with extremely brilliant and accomplished family, with the late Lata Mangeshkar being her aunt and being Asha Bhosale's granddaughter.” The film, presented by Immerso Studio and Legend Studios, will release…

13 Mar

Oppositions march standing against CAA

editorSikkim

On Wednesday, All Assam Students' Union 'AASU' has called for protest against Citizenship Amendment Act which is to be implemented in the nation during Lok Sabha elections. According to the sources, the students union will be holding 'satyagraha' in all districts. The organization will take torchlight procession in several parts of the state. Amidst the tension, several opposition parties, organizations have undertaken protest against the act. Earlier, Director General of Police G P Singh, ''Notices were served by the Assam Police to ensure that there is no damage to public property and risk to life of the people through any…