The programme marked a significant step towards strengthening direct communication between the Government and citizens, with a special focus on supporting families from the DESME BPL category and others from economically weaker sections.
In his address, the Chief Minister also announced the creation of 500 new posts for Police Constables in the Sikkim Police. He further declared that 30 per cent of the vacancies will be reserved for women.
Most parts of India will continue to experience a surge in temperatures in the coming days of the week, with 4-6°C above normal over many parts of Northwest India and 2-4°C above normal over Central India.
A series of earthquakes and tremors have caused panic in Sikkim during late February 2026, with multiple jolts reported on Thursday and early morning of Friday.
The inauguration ceremony commenced with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, followed by traditional religious rituals performed by local priests. A technical presentation on the bridge's design and structural features was delivered by Brig. Amit Sakhre, highlighting its strategic si
A total of 541 tourist vehicles carrying approximately 2,736 tourists were stranded owing to heavy snowfall and road blockages, as per the latest reports.
Approximately 350 tourist vehicles are stranded Near Tsangu between Sipsu and 16th mile along the Jawaharlal Nehru (JN) Road under Sherethang following the heavy snowfall reported around 11:30 am on Sunday.
Sikkim has recorded an alarming rainfall deficit across all six districts between January 1 and February 15 this year, with three districts reporting no rainfall, according to data released by the Meteorological Centre, Gangtok.
"Thank you, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji, for your warm birthday wishes and kind prayers. I am deeply grateful for your constant guidance and encouragement. With your blessings, I remain committed to serving the people of Sikkim with dedication and sincerity," the CM repli
Amar Agarwal, President of the Sikkim Chamber of Commerce, on Monday welcomed the Union Budget 2026-27, praising the Government of India for adopting a balanced approach that emphasizes economic growth while maintaining fiscal discipline, highlighting that the continued focus on infrastru