Sikkim Flags Off Relief Mission To Nepal Under
Gangtok, Aug 31: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Monday flagged off a dedicated relief mission to Nepal carrying essential supplies and medical assistance for people affected by the recent tragedy. The relief initiative, undertaken by the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha under the banner Sikkim for Nepal, aims to extend support and solidarity to the... The post Sikkim Flags Off Relief Mission To Nepal Under Sikkim For Nepal Initiative first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Flags Off 5-Km Run On National Sports Day
Gangtok, Aug 29: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Saturday flagged off a 5-km run organised by the SKM Sports Wing in collaboration with the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs to mark National Sports Day and pay tribute to legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. Around 500 participants took part in the run,... The post Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Flags Off 5-Km Run On National Sports Day first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim Govt Sets Up Task Force To Assist Residents Affected By Nepal Flash Floods
Gangtok, August 28: The Sikkim government has formed a dedicated task force to provide relief and assistance to residents of the state who may be stranded or missing in the aftermath of the flash floods in Nepal. Officials confirmed that the task force will be chaired by Prabhakar Rai, Director of the Sikkim State Disaster... The post Sikkim Govt Sets Up Task Force To Assist Residents Affected By Nepal Flash Floods first appeared on Northeast Today .
Eight Sikkim Pilgrims Stranded In Tibet After Flash Flood, All Safe
Gangtok, August 28: Eight pilgrims from Sikkim undertaking the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra were stranded in Tibet after a flash flood struck the region earlier this week. The Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) confirmed on Friday that all of them have been contacted and are safe. According to officials, the group crossed the Nepal-China border on... The post Eight Sikkim Pilgrims Stranded In Tibet After Flash Flood, All Safe first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Attends Pang Lhabsol Celebration At Tsuglakhang
Gangtok, Aug 28: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday attended the Pang Lhabsol Celebration 2026 at Tsuglakhang, describing the occasion as a spiritually significant event that showcased the states rich cultural and religious traditions. Tamang joined prayers and worship during the celebration and witnessed the traditional Pangtoed Chaam, a warrior dance associated with... The post Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang Attends Pang Lhabsol Celebration At Tsuglakhang first appeared on Northeast Today .
Sikkim Govt Launches Helpline For Nepal Flood Victims
Gangtok, Aug 27: The Sikkim government has established a helpline to assist residents whose family members or relatives may have been stranded or affected by the flash floods in Nepal. Officials said the initiative aims to streamline information sharing, coordinate rescue efforts, and facilitate communication with authorities. In a press release, the Sikkim State Disaster... The post Sikkim Govt Launches Helpline For Nepal Flood Victims first appeared on Northeast Today .
Kalo Bhari Black Burden : Shanker Deo Dhakal
Kalo Bhari Black Button, the English translation of Shanker Deo Dhakals Nepali novel, was launched in Gangtok by translator Dr Satyadeep Chettri. Set between 1914 [] The post Kalo Bhari Black Burden : Shanker Deo Dhakals Novel Released in English appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Sikkim Government Considers Ban on Two-Wheelers in Protected Areas
Gangtok, August 20: The Sikkim government is contemplating a ban on two-wheelers in restricted areas if the state cabinet approves a proposal discussed during consultations with stakeholders. This could affect motorcycle-riding tourists visiting Restricted Area Permit (RAP) and Protected Area Permit (PAP) sites. A senior official revealed that the proposal emerged during a meeting led ... Read more Sikkim Government Considers Ban on Two-Wheelers in Protected Areas
Sikkim govt to launch online permit system for tourism regulation
Gangtok, Aug 18 (IANS) The Sikkim government is preparing to introduce an integrated online system for issuing Restricted Area Permits (RAP) and Protected Area Permits (PAP), aimed at improving transparency, curbing revenue leakages and regulating tourist movement in designated areas, officials said on Tuesday. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang chaired a stakeholders consultation on the []
Why Gangtok is Indias most walkable city
What is it like to grow up in a city built for feet, not wheels?PrajwalParajuly returns to Gangtok, where school, errands and even social visits are made on foot, and reflects on what Indias increasingly car-choked cities could learn from its quiet, uphill rhythms
Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], August 11: As India steps into the 2026 academic session, a clear shift is being observed in student career choices. Traditional degree paths are slowly making way for skill-based, industry-ready programmes that promise faster employment and stronger practical exposure. Amid this changing trend, MIT University Sikkim has emerged as one of the []
ITBP Chief Visits Forward Border Posts in Sikkim
Gangtok, August 11: The Director General of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Shatrughan Kapoor, visited the forward border posts of the 11th and 48th battalions in Sikkim, located at an altitude of 17,000 feet. During his visit, he reviewed operational readiness and engaged in discussions with the troops. DG Kapoor addressed a soldiers conference to ... Read more ITBP Chief Visits Forward Border Posts in Sikkim
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8 Killed as NHPC Project Tunnel Collapses in Sikkim
Gangtok, Jul 21: Eight workers were killed after an under-construction tunnel of the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project collapsed in Sikkims Namchi district following a landslide, Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang said on Tuesday. The tunnel at Samardung in Jholungey caved in on Monday after a landslide blocked its entrance, trapping around 27 workers [] The post 8 Killed as NHPC Project Tunnel Collapses in Sikkim appeared first on Northlines .
Methane Gas Leak in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse; 27 People Feared Trapped
Gangtok, July 21: A landslide in the under-construction Samardung tunnel in Sikkims southern district has led to a methane gas leak, raising fears that around 27 people may be trapped inside. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, prompting a rapid response from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Sikkim police, ... Read more Methane Gas Leak in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse; 27 People Feared Trapped
Methane Gas Leak and Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel: 27 Workers Trapped, Rescue Operations Underway
Gangtok, July 21: A landslide at the under-construction Samardung tunnel in Sikkims southern district has raised concerns for the safety of approximately 27 workers who are believed to be trapped inside. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, prompting immediate rescue operations by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Sikkim police, ... Read more Methane Gas Leak and Landslide in Sikkim Tunnel: 27 Workers Trapped, Rescue Operations Underway
Gangtok in Xinjiang? Sikkim activist wants State to get X to fix geolocation error
Muk Hang Limboo says an apparent geolocation anomaly on X indicates that the Sikkim capital is a part of the Uyghur-dominated province of China
Youth Arrested for Alleged ISIS Links, Sikkim Police Assures No Terror Network Exists
Gangtok, July 1: Sikkim Police have arrested a 19-year-old youth in connection with alleged online activities linked to the Islamic State (ISIS). Authorities clarified that there is no evidence of an organized terrorist module, local extremist network, or communal conspiracy in the state. The case currently pertains to an individuals alleged self-radicalization. The suspect, identified ... Read more Youth Arrested for Alleged ISIS Links, Sikkim Police Assures No Terror Network Exists
Mountain Bookings Up 76 Per Cent In June As Urban Indians Flock To Hills: Report
Amid the rising heat there is increase in demand for tourist destinations such as Shimla, Srinagar, Tirthan Valley and Gangtok from the people from tier-II and tier-III cities.
Indian Army Modernizes Hostel in Northern Sikkim Under Operation Sadbhavana
Gangtok, June 20: The Indian Army has successfully completed the modernization of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Hostel in the Lower Jongu area of northern Sikkim as part of Operation Sadbhavana. This initiative reflects the Armys commitment to social welfare and education. The hostel, located within the Taryang Primary School campus, provides residential facilities for children ... Read more Indian Army Modernizes Hostel in Northern Sikkim Under Operation Sadbhavana
Sikkim Disaster Management Authority Wins National Award, CM Prem Singh Tamang Praises Achievement
Gangtok, May 7: Sikkims Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang congratulated the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority on Thursday for receiving the prestigious Subhas Chandra Bose Disaster Management Award for 2026. He described this recognition as a moment of pride for the people of the Himalayan state. In a post on Facebook, the Chief Minister expressed ... Read more Sikkim Disaster Management Authority Wins National Award, CM Prem Singh Tamang Praises Achievement
