Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba flags slow NH projects, demands Union Minister’s intervention
Jan 10, 2026Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba on January 9 met Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Harsh Malhotra in New Delhi and discussed the status of national highway projects being implemented by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) in the Himalayan state.
Sikkim orders fast-track regularisation of Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ temporary employees
Jan 10, 2026The Sikkim government has directed all departments to expedite the regularisation of eligible temporary employees under Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ categories who have completed four years of continuous service.
BJP victory in Bengal inevitable, TMC’s rhetoric won’t stop us: Tripura CM
Jan 09, 2026Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on January 9, asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s victory in West Bengal is inevitable, dismissing the Trinamool Congress’s statements as mere rhetoric that would not hinder the BJP’s progress.
Sikkim partners with ICMR-NIRRCH to study declining birth rate
Jan 09, 2026The Government of Sikkim has partnered with the Indian Council of Medical Research’s National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health (ICMR-NIRRCH) to undertake a comprehensive study on the state’s declining birth rate.
Sikkim ends offline permits for foreign tourists, mandates online clearance
Jan 08, 2026The Sikkim government has formally discontinued the issuance of physical permits for foreign nationals visiting protected and restricted areas of the state, making online clearance mandatory for all such travellers.
Boost to MSMEs: Sikkim partners with IIFT to drive exports and entrepreneurial growth
Jan 07, 2026Sikkim has taken a decisive step to plug its local entrepreneurs into global trade networks by signing a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata, and launching a dedicated Export Facilitation Cell aimed at boosting exports and strengthening MSMEs.
Sikkim law student selected as anchor for National Youth Dialogue in New Delhi
Jan 07, 2026A law student from Sikkim has been selected to represent the state on a prominent national platfrom in New Delhi. Stuti Pradhan, a resident of Rangpo in Pakyong district, has been chosen as an anchor for the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue, scheduled to be held from January 9 to 12 at Bharat Mandapam.
Sikkim: Vehicular movement resumes on Toong–Naga Road; load cap enforced at Ritchu bridge
Jan 04, 2026The Toong–Naga Road in Sikkim’s Mangan district was reopened for vehicular movement on January 3, bringing relief to commuters and transporters after months of disruption.
Sikkim welcomes 2026 with first snowfall as cold wave grips Himalayan state
Jan 03, 2026Sikkim ushered in the New Year under a blanket of snow as the first snowfall of 2026 brought cheer to tourists and residents across the Himalayan state, even as a sharp cold wave tightened its grip on the region.
Solar plant at 15,000 ft brings year-round power to Sikkim border village
Jan 03, 2026A remote border village in North Sikkim has received uninterrupted electricity for the first time after the Indian Army, under the Trishakti Corps, commissioned a 10 kW solar power plant at Muguthang, located close to the India–China border at an altitude of nearly 15,000 feet.
Opposition SDF flags poor roads across Sikkim through online campaign
Jan 02, 2026Sikkim Democratic Front launches online drive to highlight damaged roads across the state. The party demands urgent government action and transparency in road fund usage
Sikkim startup draws German FDI, signalling shift towards AI-led growth
Jan 01, 2026A Sikkim startup has attracted German FDI, highlighting growing global interest in AI-led growth in northeastern India. This investment is set to boost the local economy and encourage more tech innovation in the region
Woman killed in alleged attack by boyfriend in Gangtok; accused taken into custody
Dec 30, 2025A 22-year-old woman died after she was allegedly attacked by her boyfriend in Sikkim’s Gangtok district, police said on Tuesday, December 30.
Sikkim road accident: One tourist killed, four injured after car skids off road
Dec 30, 2025A 58-year-old woman from Jharkhand was killed and four others were critically injured after the car they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged onto a lower stretch in North Sikkim on Tuesday, police said.
Sikkim hosts state-level youth festival at Paljor Stadium ahead of 29th National Youth festival 2026
Dec 29, 2025The Sports & Youth Affairs Department, Government of Sikkim, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, organised the State Level Youth Festival at Paljor Stadium on December 29, as part of the 29th National Youth Festival 2026.
Tourism boom pushes Sikkim to record highs, sparks overtourism concerns
Dec 28, 2025Sikkim is witnessing an unprecedented tourism boom, with visitor numbers soaring to record levels and popular destinations struggling to cope with the sudden influx. From the bustling streets of MG Marg in Gangtok to the snow-laden valleys of North Sikkim, the Himalayan state has emerged as one of India’s most sought-after mountain destinations in 2025.
SKM youth lead cleanliness drive on Dzongri–Goechala trekking route in Khangchendzonga National Park
Dec 28, 2025A group of young volunteers from the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) has undertaken a large-scale cleanliness drive along the Dzongri–Goechala trekking corridor inside the Khangchendzonga National Park (KNP), aiming to remove plastic waste and restore the pristine character of one of Sikkim’s most revered trekking routes.
Sikkim CM warns against personal attacks, calls for responsible political discourse
Dec 27, 2025Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday issued a strong caution against personal attacks in politics, urging leaders and supporters to uphold responsibility, restraint, and factual criticism while addressing a large gathering at the state-level Tamu Lhochhar celebration in Yangang.
What made Anand Mahindra feel inspired to explore Sikkim?
Dec 25, 2025In a post on social media, Mahindra said he was previously unaware of the plant, popularly known as the “Sikkim Sundari", which thrives at extreme altitudes ranging between 4,000 and 4,800 metres.
Sikkim: Gangtok teen’s death probe turns murder case; one arrested
Dec 24, 2025The death of a 17-year-old boy in Gangtok has taken a serious turn after police registered a murder case and arrested one person in connection with the incident, officials said.
New springtail species discovered in Sikkim, first of its genus in India
Dec 24, 2025A new springtail species has been discovered in Sikkim, the first of its genus recorded in India. This highlights the rich insect biodiversity of the Himalayan region and the need for further ecological studies
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