50 poor families in Sikkim's Namchi to get new homes under SGAY during Dasain
Oct 19, 2026Fifty families from economically weaker sections in Sikkim’s Namchi district are set to receive new houses under the Sikkim Garib Awas Yojana (SGAY) during the ongoing Dasain festivities, with the handover scheduled for this week, officials said.
Dushyant Kumar Gautam sworn in as 19th Governor of Sikkim
Oct 19, 2026Dushyant Kumar Gautam was sworn in as the 19th Governor of Sikkim at a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Gangtok on Monday, October 19 succeeding Om Prakash Mathur.
Baichung Bhutia meets Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang, triggers speculation over political move
Oct 18, 2026Former India football captain Baichung Bhutia met Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang in Gangtok on Sunday, October 18 triggering speculation about a possible political move to the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM).
Sikkim Bar Association urges President Murmu to defer Governor-designate’s oath taking ceremony
Oct 18, 2026The Bar Association of Sikkim has urged President Droupadi Murmu to defer the swearing-in ceremony of the state’s Governor-designate, scheduled for October 19, citing unresolved controversies surrounding the appointee’s name in connection with the 2022 Ankita Bhandari murder case in Uttarakhand.
Sikkim Governor-designate Dushyant Kumar Gautam arrives in Gangtok ahead of October 19 oath
Oct 18, 2026Dushyant Kumar Gautam, the Governor-designate of Sikkim, arrived at Burtuk Helipad in Gangtok on Sunday, October 18 ahead of his swearing-in ceremony scheduled for October 19 at Lok Bhavan.
Sikkim: Mangan DC gives 7 days to stop sewage discharge into jhoras, warns of closures
Oct 18, 2026The Mangan district administration in Sikkim has directed establishments, government institutions and property owners to stop discharging sewage, wastewater and other effluents into local jhoras and water sources within seven days, warning that non-compliance could lead to closures, fines and legal action.
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang mourns Kolkata stampede victims, extends condolences to families
Oct 18, 2026Prem Singh Tamang mourned the 19 people killed in the Kolkata pandal tragedy. Political leaders sought medical assistance, compensation and a thorough investigation.
Sikkim HC orders halt to untreated sewage discharge into Teesta tributaries at Lachen, Lachung
Oct 17, 2026The High Court of Sikkim has directed authorities to immediately stop the discharge of untreated sewage from hotels and households in Lachen and Lachung into the Lachen Chu and Lachung Chu rivers, key tributaries of the Teesta, warning that hotels failing to comply within four weeks will have to shut down until they meet the requirements.
Sikkim MP pushes spring water security, GLOF risk mitigation on national agenda
Oct 17, 2026Two key issues concerning Sikkim’s water security and climate-related disaster preparedness are set to receive national attention after the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Water Resources included them in its agenda for examination and reporting during 2026–27.
Ankita Bhandari case: SDF holds candlelight vigils across Sikkim, demands CBI probe before Governor takes charge
Oct 17, 2026The opposition Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) on Saturday held candlelight vigils at four locations across Sikkim in solidarity with the family of Ankita Bhandari and demanded that the CBI inquiry into her murder be completed before Governor-designate Dushyant Gautam assumes office.
Ankita Bhandari case: Sikkim opposition protests Dushyant Gautam’s appointment as Governor
Oct 17, 2026Opposition parties in Sikkim have objected to the appointment of senior BJP leader Dushyant Gautam as the state’s Governor, citing allegations linking him to the alleged VIP angle in the 2022 murder of Uttarakhand hotel receptionist Ankita Bhandari.
BJP Sikkim calls for impartial probe into Ankita Bhandari case, says ‘VIP angle’ must be examined
Oct 17, 2026The BJP’s Sikkim unit has expressed solidarity with the family of Ankita Bhandari and called for an impartial investigation into her death, stating that all outstanding questions, including the alleged VIP angle, must be examined on the basis of evidence and in accordance with the law.
Sikkim to allow offline ILP issuance for foreign tourists; FRRO office planned in Gangtok
Oct 16, 2026Sikkim will facilitate the offline issuance of Inner Line Permits (ILPs) to foreign tourists holding valid visas, following discussions between the Travel Agents’ Association of Sikkim (TAAS) and the state’s Chief Secretary, the association said.
Indian Ocean, Kabir Cafe to headline Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival
Oct 16, 2026Indian Ocean and Neeraj Arya's Kabir Cafe will headline SALF in Gangtok from October 28 to 30. The festival will connect Himalayan voices with India's wider literary and cultural landscape.
Protests in Sikkim over governor's appointment, Rahul Gandhi seeks President’s intervention
Oct 15, 2026The controversy over the appointment of former BJP national general secretary Dushyant Kumar Gautam as Sikkim Governor intensified on October 15, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi writing to President Droupadi Murmu seeking reconsideration of the appointment until the CBI completes its investigation into the alleged “VIP angle” in the 2022 murder of Uttarakhand woman Ankita Bhandari.
2022 Ankita Bhandari Murder Case: Parents oppose Dushyant Gautam's appointment as Sikkim governor, demand CBI probe
Oct 14, 2026The parents of 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari, who was murdered at a resort in Uttarakhand in 2022, staged a protest near India Gate on October 14, demanding that Dushyant Kumar Gautam's appointment as Sikkim governor be put on hold until the ongoing CBI investigation into the case is completed.
Sikkim High Court bars IRCON, contractors from dumping construction muck in Teesta River
Oct 14, 2026The Sikkim High Court has restrained the Indian Railway Construction Company Limited (IRCON) and its contractors from dumping mud and excavated material into the Teesta River in connection with the Sevok-Rangpo railway project.
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang revisits school where he once taught
Oct 12, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on October 12 revisited Government Senior Secondary School in Chota Samdong, Soreng district, where he once worked as a teacher, as the institution celebrated its golden jubilee.
BJP Sikkim Chief Advisor calls for accountability and clarity on alliance politics
Oct 12, 2026BJP Sikkim Chief Advisor Tseten Tashi Bhutia has sought accountability in state governance and clarity on alliance politics. He said ties within the NDA must not shield any government from scrutiny or weaken Article 371F protections.
Sikkim Cabinet hails Modi’s 25 years in public service, reaffirms Centre partnership
Oct 12, 2026Sikkim's Cabinet met specially to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 25 years in public service. The state used the occasion to thank the Centre for crisis support and reaffirm a development partnership.
Sikkim CM highlights aquaculture potential, indigenous fish conservation
Oct 12, 2026Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday, October 11 released Chocolate Mahseer fish into the Rangeet river during the Chirbirey River Fest near Jorethang, highlighting the need to conserve indigenous fish species and protect the state’s aquatic biodiversity
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