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The Urban Development Department of the Government of Sikkim has issued a new set of regulations for the operation of restaurants, pubs, and discotheques across the state. The notification, released on Wednesday, follows recent announcements by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and aims to regulate nightlife while ensuring public safety. Key highlights of the new […]
The Meteorological Centre in Gangtok has released a seven-day weather forecast for Sikkim, predicting a mix of dry spells, rain, and snow from December 19 to December 25, 2024. The forecast indicates light to moderate rainfall with occasional thundershowers from December 19 to December 21, accompanied by a drop in temperatures due to intermittent showers […]
An Army officer, Colonel Dr. Vinod Kumar, tragically lost his life in a road accident on National Highway 10 (NH10) on November 16. The incident occurred when his two-wheeler collided with an Army truck near Namli Vhir, while he was on a biking trip with his friend, Dr. Vikas Dhariwal. According to the First Information […]
The Central Government has transferred the responsibility of the 52.10-km Sevoke-Rangpo section of National Highway 10 (NH-10) to the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), responding to long-standing requests from Sikkim and the hill regions of Darjeeling and Kalimpong. This transfer, previously under the West Bengal Government’s management, aims to improve maintenance and […]
The North-Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation (NERAMAC) launched its “Promotion of Millets in India” initiative today in Gangtok, Sikkim, aimed at raising awareness about the health benefits of millets and encouraging farmers across the region to increase their production. The event highlighted millets as a nutrient-rich, sustainable alternative to rice and emphasized their importance in […]
Aditya Golay Tamang of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) has officially received his certification as the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Soreng-Chakung, a victory he believes heralds a series of historic successes for the SKM party. Speaking to the media, Golay refuted opposition claims of electoral misconduct and reaffirmed SKM’s commitment to transparent and […]
Namchi, Sikkim — Mahesh Rai, the Citizen Action Party (CAP) candidate for the Namchi-Singithang constituency, has raised serious allegations of political interference and intimidation following the rejection of his nomination papers for the upcoming elections. Rai claims that his candidacy was systematically undermined by the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM), which he accuses of manipulating […]
The International Literary Festival 2024 kicked off on October 26 at Manan Kendra, spotlighting prominent figures in Nepali literature. Among the distinguished speakers was Dr. Rajendra Bhandari, a noted poet and associate professor at Sikkim State College. He shared his heartfelt connection to Sikkim and emphasized the significance of preserving cultural heritage in his address. […]
The Sikkim government is exploring the implementation of an Odd/Even vehicle restriction scheme in the Gangtok Municipal Area as a measure to combat rising traffic congestion. This proposed regulation will apply to both private and government vehicles operating on the National Highway, specifically from Mayfair Fatak to GICI, Zero Point. In an official communication to […]
In a significant blow to the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), several key leaders, including former election candidate Bimal Rai, announced their resignation en masse on October 24. This exodus comes just weeks ahead of the crucial by-election scheduled for November 13 in the Namchi-Singithang constituency, leaving the party in a precarious position. Bimal Rai, who […]