Sikkim tunnel tragedy: Death toll rises to 20; 5 workers still trapped as PM announces ex-gratia
Jul 21, 2026The death toll in the collapse of an under-construction tunnel at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project in Sikkim's Namchi district rose to 20 on July 21, with five workers still trapped more than 24 hours after a suspected methane gas explosion triggered the disaster.
Sikkim tunnel tragedy: Death toll rises to 11, eight more bodies located at NHPC Teesta Stage-VI project
Jul 21, 2026The death toll in the tunnel disaster at NHPC's under-construction Teesta Stage-VI Hydroelectric Project in Sikkim's Namchi district rose to 11 on Tuesday evening (July 21) after rescue teams recovered another body from inside the collapsed tunnel.
Sikkim tunnel tragedy: Death toll rises to 10; SIT formed, CM announces Rs 4 lakh ex gratia
Jul 21, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has announced the constitution of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the methane gas explosion and subsequent tunnel collapse at the NHPC Teesta Stage-VI hydropower project, even as rescue and recovery operations continue at the site.
Sikkim tunnel collapse: CM visits site as death toll reaches 10; PM announces ex gratia
Jul 21, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Tuesday, July 21, visited the site of the tunnel collapse at the under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Namchi district, where the death toll has risen to 10, as rescue teams continued efforts at the disaster site.
Sikkim tunnel tragedy: Death toll rises to 10 as rescue operation continues
Jul 21, 2026The death toll in the collapse of an under-construction tunnel at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Sikkim's Namchi district rose to 10 on Tuesday, July 21, while rescue teams continued operations amid hazardous conditions inside the tunnel.
PM Modi assures Sikkim of Centre's support after NHPC tunnel tragedy claims eight lives
Jul 21, 2026Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, July 21, spoke to Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang to enquire about the rescue operation at the under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project tunnel in Namchi district and assured the State of all possible assistance from the Centre after the tragedy claimed eight lives.
Sikkim government introduces six Bills in Assembly, proposes State Medical Council and education reforms
Jul 21, 2026The Sikkim government introduced six Bills in the State Assembly on the first day of the Budget session. The proposals span Indian medicine regulation, education laws, skill education repeal and fire services compliance.
Sikkim CM expresses grief over NHPC tunnel tragedy that claimed seven lives, directs authorities to expedite rescue
Jul 21, 2026Prem Singh Tamang expressed grief after seven workers died in the Teesta Stage VI project tunnel in Namchi district. He said rescue teams have been told to speed up operations and follow strict safety protocols.
Eight dead, several trapped after methane explosion triggers tunnel collapse at NHPC project in Sikkim
Jul 21, 2026At least eight people were killed and several others remained trapped after a methane gas explosion triggered a landslide inside an under-construction tunnel of the NHPC Teesta Stage-VI hydropower project in Sikkim on Monday, July 20, officials said.
Sikkim tunnel disaster: Trapped workers count rises from 17 to 25 after methane blast-triggered landslide
Jul 20, 2026A major rescue operation is underway in Sikkim after a methane gas explosion triggered a landslide inside the under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage-VI hydropower tunnel, trapping at least 25 workers deep inside the project site.
Methane blast triggers tunnel collapse at NHPC project in Sikkim; multiple workers trapped, rescue hampered by toxic fumes
Jul 20, 2026A major rescue operation is underway in Sikkim after a methane gas explosion triggered a landslide inside the under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage-VI tunnel project, trapping several workers deep inside the tunnel.
Exclusive: First footage from inside Sikkim tunnel shows daring rescue of 16 trapped workers
Jul 20, 2026The first exclusive footage from inside the Jholungey (Samardung) Tunnel in Sikkim has surfaced, offering a rare look at the high-risk rescue operation that led to the safe evacuation of all 16 workers trapped inside.
Nathula Pass trade to resume from August 1 after six-year closure; boost for Sikkim border economy
Jul 20, 2026Trade through the historic Nathula Pass along the India-China border is set to resume from August 1, 2026, marking a major boost for Sikkim's border economy after more than six years of suspension, according to highly placed sources.
Sikkim University students hold peaceful solidarity gatherings backing Sonam Wangchuk, seek education reforms
Jul 20, 2026The Sikkim University Students' Association (SUSA) on July 20 organised peaceful solidarity gatherings at its Gangtok and Yangang campuses in support of education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk and to express concern over issues affecting India's education sector.
Sikkim bets Rs 18,455 crore on 'Viksit Sikkim' with record capital push, tourism and healthcare focus
Jul 20, 2026Sikkim has unveiled one of its most ambitious Budgets, with Chief Minister and Finance Minister Prem Singh Tamang presenting a Rs 18,455-crore financial plan for 2026-27 that prioritises infrastructure, fiscal discipline, healthcare, education and tourism as the state aims to emerge as a high-income Himalayan economy under its "Viksit Sikkim @2047" vision.
Gangtok law students rally in support of Sonam Wangchuk, seek accountability in education system
Jul 20, 2026A group of more than 15 law students gathered peacefully near the District Administrative Centre (DAC) in Gangtok on July 20 to express solidarity with education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk and demand greater accountability in India's education system.
Sikkim Budget Session begins tomorrow, CM to present Budget 2026–27
Jul 19, 2026Sikkim's Budget Session will begin on July 20 with the Governor's Address and the first stage of the 2026-27 Budget. The four-day sitting will move through grant discussions, a final budget vote and passage of the Appropriation Bill.
Sikkim to set up FIFA fan park in Gangtok for Spain–Argentina final
Jul 18, 2026Sikkim will set up a fan park at Gangtok's MG Marg for the Spain-Argentina FIFA World Cup final. The state has extended late-night business hours and ordered security arrangements for the screening.
Sikkim's Magar community secures ownership of indigenous digital font developed in 2007
Jul 18, 2026In a significant step towards strengthening the digital preservation of indigenous languages, software engineer Bikram Rai has officially transferred the copyright of the Magar language digital font to the All Sikkim Magar Association (ASMA), nearly two decades after developing the software.
Sikkim launches 'CM-SAATHI' to provide free JEE, NEET coaching to over 2,000 students
Jul 17, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has launched 'CM-SAATHI', a state-wide initiative aimed at providing free, high-quality coaching and academic support to students preparing for national-level entrance examinations such as JEE and NEET.
Sikkim: Landslide near Indo-China border enters 10th day, 65 families displaced
Jul 17, 2026A landslide near the Indo-China border in East Sikkim has remained active for 10 days, displacing 65 families and washing away the old road. Residents say the damage threatens border connectivity and have sought urgent action from the Centre and the state government.
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