Sikkim CS reviews preparations for Phase II of Census 2027
Oct 08, 2026Sikkim Chief Secretary R Telang on October 8 reviewed preparations for Phase II of Census 2027, directing district administrations to ensure adequate manpower, comprehensive training and close supervision for the country's first fully digital population census.
Sikkim flags concerns over ‘4th Option’ in Darjeeling talks, seeks protection of Article 371F
Oct 08, 2026Former Sikkim minister and SIBLAC convenor Tseten Tashi Bhutia has submitted a representation to the Centre’s interlocutor for Gorkha issues, Pankaj Kumar Singh, raising concerns over references to a “4th Option/Pathway” and the possible inclusion of “contiguous areas of neighbouring/bordering States” in discussions on a proposed Permanent Political Solution (PPS) for the Gorkha issue.
Sikkim: Tilak Gajmer sworn in as State Information Commissioner
Oct 08, 2026Former Sikkim bureaucrat Tilak Gajmer was sworn in as the state’s Information Commissioner on Thursday at a ceremony held at Lok Bhawan in Gangtok.
Sikkim election department to conduct special voter enrolment camps for left-out voters on October 11
Oct 08, 2026The Sikkim Election Department will conduct special voter enrolment camps across the state on October 11 to facilitate the inclusion of eligible citizens whose names were left out of the electoral rolls following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), officials said on Thursday, October 8.
Sikkim pollution board bans dumping of untreated waste into water bodies
Oct 07, 2026The Sikkim State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) on October 7 prohibited the discharge or dumping of untreated waste into water bodies across the state, following a recent order of the Sikkim High Court.
Sikkim: Centre approves Rs 993.64 crore upgrade of NH-10 from Rangpo to Ranipool
Oct 07, 2026The Centre has approved Rs 993.64 crore for upgrading the Rangpo-Ranipool stretch of National Highway-10 in Sikkim into a two-lane highway with paved shoulders, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on October 7.
Sikkim: Reshi tunnel inspection flags pending drainage, pedestrian safety and rehabilitation works
Oct 07, 2026The Tunnel Monitoring Committee, led by Relief Commissioner-cum-Secretary (LR&DMD) Mingma T Sherpa, inspected the Reshi Road Tunnel and reviewed its structural condition, safety measures, maintenance and rehabilitation requirements.
Sikkim education department, Google partner to bring AI training to colleges
Oct 07, 2026Sikkim's Education Department and Google have partnered to train higher education faculty in artificial intelligence tools. The programme aims to strengthen digital skills and support AI-led teaching across state colleges.
Sikkim launches four digital initiatives to boost tourism industry
Oct 06, 2026The Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department on October 6 launched four digital initiatives aimed at modernising tourism services and promoting the state's tourism industry.
Sikkim exempts shops, commercial establishments from weekly closure till December 31
Oct 06, 2026The Sikkim government has exempted shops and commercial establishments across the state from the mandatory weekly closure day until December 31 to boost business activity during the upcoming festive season.
Sikkim BJP seeks probe into alleged financial irregularities in Pakyong PHC repair work
Oct 06, 2026A Sikkim BJP delegation has approached the Vigilance Department over alleged irregularities in repairs at a doctor’s quarter in Machong PHC. The party says RTI responses, site verification and billing records warrant a swift probe under the government's zero-tolerance policy on corruption.
Sikkim dance academy to represent India at Vietnam folklore festival
Oct 05, 2026Dynamic Flickers Dance Academy from Sikkim will represent India at the International Ethnic Folklore Festival in Vietnam this October. The trip, funded by its Golden Feet prize, gives the group an international stage for Sikkim's traditional dance.
No Darjeeling–Sikkim merger proposed, Article 371F permanent: MP Raju Bista
Oct 05, 2026At his first organisational meeting in Sikkim, Raju Bista said the BJP would uphold Article 371F and respect the state's political space. He said his focus now was on local issues, booth-level work and wider public outreach.
Sikkim pollution control board pushes 4-way waste segregation under new rules
Oct 03, 2026The Sikkim State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) has called for strict segregation of waste at source into four categories as the state implements the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.
Sikkim MP seeks comprehensive safety study of Pakyong Airport
Oct 03, 2026Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba has urged Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu to order a comprehensive structural and geotechnical study of Pakyong Airport, saying localised repairs may not provide a lasting solution to the challenges facing the facility.
1,169 mothers in Rhenock receive financial aid under Sikkim’s Aama Sashaktikaran scheme
Oct 03, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday, October 3 distributed financial assistance under the Sikkim Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana to beneficiaries from Rhenock constituency, with 1,169 mothers in the constituency receiving support under the state government’s women empowerment initiative.
Sikkim’s Soreng ranks No. 1 nationally in Health and Nutrition under NITI Aayog programme
Oct 02, 2026Soreng district of Sikkim has secured the top position nationally in the Health and Nutrition theme under NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) for the June 2026 quarter, according to the Champions of Change Dashboard.
Sikkim MP pushes for faster approval of Rangpo–Ranipool railway line
Oct 02, 2026Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to fast-track the proposed Rangpo-Ranipool railway line and related projects. He said stronger rail connectivity would support trade, tourism, jobs and Sikkim's long-term development.
Sikkim govt allows employees to leave office early for Governor's Gold Cup
Oct 02, 2026The Sikkim government has allowed employees to leave office at 1.30 pm for the Governor's Gold Cup matches. The concession is tied to match tickets and written approval, underscoring the tournament's regional pull.
Sikkim Cherry Festival 2026 to bloom in Namchi from November 25
Oct 01, 2026The Sikkim Cherry Festival 2026 will be held at Temi-Tarku in Namchi district from November 25 to 28, with organisers planning a four-day celebration showcasing cherry blossoms, local culture and community-based tourism.
AAI begins pre-feasibility studies for 3 proposed greenfield airports in Sikkim
Oct 01, 2026The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has begun pre-feasibility studies for three proposed greenfield airports at Ranka, Martam and Sadam in Sikkim, the state Tourism and Civil Aviation Department said on October 1.
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