Sikkim Democratic Front denies political alliance with BJP, rejects claims of 'selling' MLAs
Jul 03, 2026The SDF has denied ever allying with the BJP or selling its MLAs. The statement came amid a row over Pawan Chamling's Manipur remark and the party's criticism of the SKM's proximity to the BJP.
Sikkim, West Bengal CMs discuss connectivity, healthcare and Teesta restoration
Jul 03, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on July 3 met his West Bengal counterpart Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata and held discussions on strengthening inter-state connectivity, healthcare infrastructure and public welfare initiatives, according to an official statement.
Sikkim BJP chief Meets Amit Shah, raises border security, reservation and industrial concerns
Jul 03, 2026Sikkim BJP president D.R. Thapa met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Wednesday and raised a range of issues concerning the Himalayan state, including border security, disaster relief, the Limboo–Tamang reservation issue and industrial incentives.
Sikkim, West Bengal agree on joint Teesta dredging, expand transport and healthcare cooperation
Jul 02, 2026The governments of Sikkim and West Bengal have agreed to jointly undertake scientific sediment management through dredging of the Teesta River to address the rising riverbed caused by the 2023 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), which severely damaged National Highway 10 and disrupted connectivity to Sikkim.
Eurasian Lynx photographed in Sikkim for first time during high-altitude wildlife survey
Jul 01, 2026The rare and elusive wild cat was captured on a camera trap at an altitude of 5,250 metres on the Tso Lhamo plateau in Mangan District in January 2026 during a high-altitude wildlife survey.
Sikkim: Residents of Kholatar Moonew speak out after alleged attack over opposition to hotmix crusher plant
Jul 01, 2026Residents of Kholatar Moonew under the Daramdin constituency in Soreng District of Sikkim have demanded justice following an alleged assault incident that emerged amid opposition to a controversial hotmix crusher plant in the area.
Sikkim Police says no terror module in state, probe focused on alleged online self-radicalisation case
Jul 01, 2026Sikkim Police on July 1 said there is currently no evidence of any organised terrorist module, local extremist network or communal angle operating in the state, even as it continues investigating a case related to the alleged online self-radicalisation of an individual and the dissemination of extremist propaganda through digital platforms.
Sikkim Police arrest youth under UAPA for allegedly promoting Islamic State ideology online
Jun 30, 2026A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Gangtok for allegedly propagating the ideology of the banned terrorist organisation Islamic State (IS) through social media platforms, with police booking him under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Tibetan community in Sikkim's Gangtok protests China's new 'Ethnic Unity and Progress Law'
Jun 30, 2026The Tibetan Settlement Office and community members in Gangtok have condemned China's new Ethnic Unity and Progress Law. They say the measure threatens minority languages, culture and religious inheritance in Tibet and beyond.
Sikkim moves to eliminate manual scavenging with mechanised sanitation drive
Jun 29, 2026The Sikkim government on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. to procure advanced mechanised sewage and waste collection equipment under the company's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme for 2026-27.
Scooty rider killed after tipper truck collision on NH-10 in Sikkim's Singtam
Jun 29, 2026A 43-year-old man was killed after a tipper truck collided with his scooty on National Highway-10 at Sangkhola under Singtam Police Station in Sikkim's Gangtok district on Saturday afternoon.
Sikkim CM salutes farmers on Asar 15, vows to modernise agriculture
Jun 29, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang greeted farmers on Asar 15 and shared his message on social media. The message linked the festival's tribute to farmers with the government's push for modern agriculture and traditional farming culture.
Sikkim CM calls for stronger cultural ties with Darjeeling at Kirati festival
Jun 28, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday, June 28, called for strengthening the long-standing cultural and historical ties between Sikkim and Darjeeling while attending the Kirati Khambu Rai Cultural Festival 2026 and the Sakela Ubhauli celebrations in Darjeeling.
BJP Sikkim reviews organisational work, plans grassroots expansion
Jun 28, 2026BJP Sikkim reviewed its organisation and expansion plans at a State Executive Meeting in Singtam. The discussions focused on grassroots outreach, internal coordination and upcoming programmes across the State.
Over 37,000 enumeration forms remain uncollected in Sikkim electoral roll revision exercise
Jun 28, 2026More than 37,000 enumeration forms remained uncollected during Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll in Sikkim, even as the state achieved near-universal distribution and completed digitisation of over 91 per cent of submitted forms, according to the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO).
Heavy rain washes away bridge in north Sikkim, disrupts road connectivity
Jun 28, 2026Heavy overnight rain washed away a bailey bridge over Phee Khola in Dzongu, cutting off the Phidang-Sankalang route. Officials have reached the site as heavy rain also damaged Lingee and the IMD reported very heavy rainfall in parts of Sikkim.
Sikkim Drug Users Forum calls for health-centred drug policy, opposes punitive approach
Jun 27, 2026At a June 27 dialogue, the Sikkim Drug Users' Forum urged a shift away from punitive drug laws. It said voluntary care, fair treatment and evidence-based policy are essential to reduce harm.
Sikkim launches India's first Himalayan specialty coffee impact district
Jun 26, 2026Sikkim has launched India's first Himalayan Specialty Coffee Impact District in North Sikkim under a landmark public-private partnership aimed at developing a globally competitive specialty coffee industry while strengthening the state's internationally recognised organic farming brand.
Landslides disrupt NH-10, traffic between Sikkim and Siliguri diverted
Jun 26, 2026Vehicular movement between Sikkim and Siliguri has been diverted through alternative routes following major landslides on National Highway-10 at Sevoke, officials said on June 26.
Sikkim Assembly reconvened on July 20 amid opposition criticism over delayed budget
Jun 25, 2026The Sikkim Legislative Assembly has been reconvened for July 20 in Gangtok after a formal notification by the Secretariat. The move comes amid opposition criticism over the delayed budget session and continued questions over the state's finances.
Sikkim Tourism Department launches e-office system to improve transparency and efficiency
Jun 24, 2026The Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department on Wednesday, June 24, launched an e-office web application to digitise and streamline the processing of official work, officials said.
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