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Sikkim: Landslide disrupts traffic movement between Singtam and Rangpo, commuters advised to take alternate route

Sikkim: Landslide disrupts traffic movement between Singtam and Rangpo, commuters advised to take alternate route

Jun 18, 2026

A landslide occurred on Thursday, June 18 morning at the 20th Mile stretch between Singtam and Rangpo, disrupting vehicular movement along the route and affecting travel connectivity in the area.

Sikkim achieves 100% distribution of enumeration forms for electoral roll revision

Sikkim achieves 100% distribution of enumeration forms for electoral roll revision

Jun 17, 2026

Sikkim has completed distribution of Enumeration Forms to all eligible voters under the electoral roll revision. Officials have urged voters to submit the forms by June 28 as slow digitisation remains a concern.

Union Minister lauds Sikkim's ‘Mero Rukh, Mero Santati’ scheme, calls for wider adoption

Union Minister lauds Sikkim's ‘Mero Rukh, Mero Santati’ scheme, calls for wider adoption

Jun 17, 2026

Shobha Karandlaje praised Sikkim's Mero Rukh, Mero Santati scheme during a tree plantation event in Bulbuley. She said the child-linked afforestation model could inspire similar programmes across India.

Rare Himalayan goat-antelope Mishmi Takin filmed in Sikkim after over two decades

Rare Himalayan goat-antelope Mishmi Takin filmed in Sikkim after over two decades

Jun 17, 2026

A herd of eight Mishmi Takins was filmed during a routine patrol in North Sikkim's Tingda Reserve Forest. The sighting is among Sikkim's most important confirmed records in over 20 years and is expected to aid research and conservation.

Survey begins for strategic border road connecting SSB outposts in West Sikkim

Survey begins for strategic border road connecting SSB outposts in West Sikkim

Jun 17, 2026

Sikkim has begun surveying a proposed double-lane road to connect SSB outposts in the western frontier. The project is expected to improve border access, security movement and tourism links for remote villages.

Sikkim Chamber of Commerce thanks CM PS Golay for swift resolution of trade licence renewal issues

Sikkim Chamber of Commerce thanks CM PS Golay for swift resolution of trade licence renewal issues

Jun 16, 2026

The Sikkim Chamber of Commerce thanked Chief Minister PS Golay after he intervened in Gangtok traders' trade licence renewal issues. The move led to an emergency meeting and a special camp, underlining a quick response to public grievances.

Centre eyes global markets for Sikkim’s orchids and medicinal plants

Centre eyes global markets for Sikkim’s orchids and medicinal plants

Jun 16, 2026

Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment and MSME, Shobha Karandlaje, has underscored the vast export potential of Sikkim's orchids and medicinal plants while reviewing the state's growing MSME sector during her visit to the Himalayan state.

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang reserves 20 per cent police posts for Agniveers

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang reserves 20 per cent police posts for Agniveers

Jun 16, 2026

In a significant move aimed at supporting youth recruited under the Agnipath scheme, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on June 16 announced a 20 per cent reservation in Sikkim Police recruitment for Agniveers after the successful completion of their four-year tenure.

Fire damages Sri Satya Sai Nilayam Mandir in Sikkim's Jorethang; probe ordered

Fire damages Sri Satya Sai Nilayam Mandir in Sikkim's Jorethang; probe ordered

Jun 16, 2026

A pre-dawn fire damaged large parts of Sri Satya Sai Nilayam Mandir in Jorethang on June 16. Officials have ordered a probe as teams assess losses and examine how the blaze began.

Sikkim: Majhitar resident arrested in alleged sexual abuse case involving minor

Sikkim: Majhitar resident arrested in alleged sexual abuse case involving minor

Jun 16, 2026

Rabi Lal Limboo of Majhitar, Rangpo, has been arrested under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, in connection with a case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a 12-year-old girl.

Sikkim CM offers prayers at Rumtek Monastery on 17th Karmapa's birth anniversary

Sikkim CM offers prayers at Rumtek Monastery on 17th Karmapa's birth anniversary

Jun 16, 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang visited Rumtek Monastery and offered prayers on the birth anniversary of Ogyen Trinley Dorje. He said he prayed for peace, harmony and the welfare of all beings, while invoking compassion, wisdom and universal brotherhood.

Sikkim withdraws curbs on government vehicles, retains austerity measures

Sikkim withdraws curbs on government vehicles, retains austerity measures

Jun 16, 2026

Sikkim has lifted restrictions on the inter-district and intra-state movement of government vehicles. The state has retained fuel cuts, convoy limits and other spending controls under its austerity framework.

First Batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 pilgrims arrive in Gangtok ahead of journey via Nathu La

First Batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 pilgrims arrive in Gangtok ahead of journey via Nathu La

Jun 16, 2026

The first batch of pilgrims undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 arrived in Gangtok on Monday, June 15, ahead of their scheduled onward journey to Kailash Mansarovar through Nathu La Pass on June 20.

Sikkim High Court defers SIR petition, advises petitioner to approach Supreme Court

Sikkim High Court defers SIR petition, advises petitioner to approach Supreme Court

Jun 15, 2026

The High Court of Sikkim has declined to hear a petition concerning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, observing that the matter is already under consideration before the Supreme Court.

First batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 pilgrims arrives at Bagdogra Airport

First batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 pilgrims arrives at Bagdogra Airport

Jun 15, 2026

The first batch of pilgrims undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 via the Nathula route arrived at Bagdogra Airport on June 15, marking the formal commencement of this year's pilgrimage.

Sikkim woman allegedly killed by partner in Bengaluru; accused arrested

Sikkim woman allegedly killed by partner in Bengaluru; accused arrested

Jun 14, 2026

Police said a 22-year-old woman from Sikkim was allegedly killed by her partner in Bengaluru, while a separate murder case surfaced in Koppal. The two investigations focus on alleged relationship disputes, evidence recovery and further legal proceedings.

Sikkim CM reviews state guest house near Bagdogra Airport, directs officials to explore redevelopment

Sikkim CM reviews state guest house near Bagdogra Airport, directs officials to explore redevelopment

Jun 13, 2026

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang inspected the state-owned guest house near Bagdogra Airport and asked officials to study redevelopment options. The government said the site could be revitalised to improve hospitality facilities and serve Sikkim more effectively.

Sikkim: Villagers demand justice after Soreng man survives alleged premeditated attack

Jun 13, 2026

A 40-year-old man was allegedly attacked by three masked assailants in Sikkim’s Soreng district in what police are investigating as a potentially premeditated assault, with preliminary allegations suggesting that another individual may have orchestrated the incident.

Sikkim Assembly Budget session to begin on June 29

Sikkim Assembly Budget session to begin on June 29

Jun 12, 2026

The Budget session of the Sikkim Legislative Assembly will commence on June 29, according to an official notification issued on June 12.

Sikkim launches digital farmers’ registry, reaffirms commitment to organic farming

Sikkim launches digital farmers’ registry, reaffirms commitment to organic farming

Jun 12, 2026

The Sikkim government has launched a major digital agriculture initiative aimed at creating a unified database of farmers through a unique Farmers’ ID system, while reiterating its commitment to maintaining the State’s status as India’s first fully organic state.

Sikkim seeks stronger connectivity push at NITI Aayog meeting

Sikkim seeks stronger connectivity push at NITI Aayog meeting

Jun 11, 2026

At the NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, Prem Singh Tamang urged the Centre to strengthen connectivity and policy support for Sikkim and other mountain states. He said better road, rail, air and digital links are vital for growth, public services and border security.