Sikkim group flags territorial concerns over possible Gorkhaland settlement
Sep 24, 2026The Sikkim Bhutia Lepcha Apex Committee (SIBLAC) has written to Governor Om Prakash Mathur raising what it described as “grave constitutional and national” concerns over the possible territorial implications of the ongoing discussions on a permanent political solution for Darjeeling and the Gorkhaland issue.
Sikkim High Court gives government three weeks to review NH-10 odd-even policy
Sep 24, 2026The Sikkim High Court has given the state government three weeks to review odd-even vehicle curbs on the NH-10 stretch between Ranipool and Gangtok. The move follows a PIL over public hardship, with the court set to take up the matter again on October 15.
IMD Gangtok issues heavy rain warning for Sikkim, conditions likely to improve from September 24
Sep 24, 2026IMD's Meteorological Centre in Gangtok has warned of heavy to very heavy rain in parts of Sikkim over the next two days. The alert is expected to ease from Saturday, with conditions gradually improving across the state.
Sikkim CM hails Vishwakarma community’s skills, craftsmanship in nation-building
Sep 23, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on September 23 said the skills, craftsmanship, hard work, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of the Vishwakarma community have made a significant contribution to society and nation-building.
Arunachal Police identify vehicle, suspect in attack on Sikkimese rapper UNB
Sep 23, 2026Arunachal Pradesh Police have identified the vehicle allegedly used in the attack on Sikkimese rapper Ugen Namgyal Bhutia, popularly known as UNB, and identified one person suspected to be involved in the assault, a senior police officer said on September 23.
Sikkim to roll out Aadhaar-based biometric attendance from October 1; salary deduction for unmarked attendance
Sep 23, 2026The Sikkim government will introduce an Aadhaar-enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS) for government employees from October 1, with failure to record attendance potentially resulting in extraordinary leave and automatic salary deductions.
BJP's Sikkim Gambit: Calculated Bet Ahead of Panchayat Polls, But Whose Win Will It Be?
Sep 23, 2026The BJP has put Darjeeling MP Raju Bista in charge of Sikkim before next year's Panchayat polls. The move links a shared ST-status demand to a wider contest over who gains politically in the state.
Sikkim govt to provide land for three temples, says CM Prem Singh Tamang
Sep 23, 2026The Sikkim government will provide land for the construction of three temples in the state, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said on September 23.
Sikkim CM speaks to Pema Khandu over alleged attack on rapper UNB
Sep 22, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay said on September 22 that he spoke to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu over the alleged attack on Sikkim-based artiste Ugen Namgyal Bhutia, popularly known as UNB.
BJP Sikkim warns against circulation of forged letter, seeks police action
Sep 22, 2026The BJP’s Sikkim unit has warned the public against the circulation of a forged letter purportedly issued by the party on social media and urged the police to take action against those responsible.
Sikkim begins statewide road inspections to assess monsoon damage
Sep 21, 2026The Sikkim government on Monday, September 21, began a statewide inspection of roads damaged during the monsoon and directed officials to expedite restoration work to maintain connectivity.
Sikkim committed to strengthening judicial infrastructure to bring justice closer to people: CM
Sep 21, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday, September 21, said his government was committed to strengthening judicial infrastructure across the State to make justice more accessible, particularly for people living in remote and rural areas.
Uphold Sikkim’s peaceful identity, Governor tells newly inducted police officers
Sep 21, 2026Sikkim Governor O.P. Mathur on Monday, September 21, urged newly inducted police officers to uphold the State’s peaceful identity while preparing for emerging challenges such as cybercrime and narcotics.
Sikkim could become model for ‘Himalayan creative economy’: CM’s Press Secretary
Sep 19, 2026Sikkim has the potential to emerge as a pilot state for a sustainable “Himalayan creative economy” driven by youth, indigenous knowledge, cultural heritage and digital entrepreneurship, Chief Minister’s Press Secretary Yougan Tamang said on September 19.
Sikkim: Five red panda cubs born at Gangtok zoo amid revival of conservation breeding programme
Sep 19, 2026The Himalayan Zoological Park (HZP) in Bulbuley has recorded the birth of five surviving red panda cubs, two Himalayan black bear cubs and four Himalayan goral offspring during its 2026 breeding season, marking a significant year for its conservation breeding programmes.
Sikkim High Court takes suo motu PIL over river flood threat after Nepal tragedy
Sep 18, 2026The Sikkim High Court has widened the scope of its suo motu public interest litigation on climate justice by bringing four more authorities on record, including the Union Ministry of Railways and the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL).
Siliguri-Gangtok travel time to fall from 4 hours to 90 minutes: Sikkim Minister
Sep 18, 2026Sikkim Minister N.B. Dahal outlined ongoing road, bridge and highway projects at a press conference. He said the key NH-210 and Sevoke-Melli works could sharply improve state connectivity.
Sikkim CM, Governor inspect newly built Helen Lepcha Government Medical College ahead of inaugural academic session
Sep 18, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang joined Governor Om Prakash Mathur to inspect the newly constructed Helen Lepcha Sikkim Government Medical College ahead of the commencement of its inaugural academic session.
Sikkim maps rain damage as landslides, debris flows hit multiple areas in Gangtok
Sep 18, 2026Sikkim authorities are assessing rain-hit areas in Gangtok after landslides and mudflows. The inspections will guide urgent road clearance, damage verification and assistance for affected residents.
1,000 diyas lit in Gangtok as Sikkim launches state-wide cleanliness drive on PM Modi’s birthday
Sep 17, 2026A thousand diyas were lit at Ridge Park in Gangtok on September 17 as Sikkim launched a state-wide cleanliness and sanitation campaign to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday.
Parikrama to open Guns N’ Roses’ Guwahati show; Sikkim’s Girish and the Chronicles set for Bengaluru
Sep 17, 2026Parikrama will open for Guns N’ Roses in Guwahati, while Girish and the Chronicles support the band in Bengaluru. The pairings add Indian rock names to the band’s two-city India tour, including its first Northeast show.
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