Sikkim (India)

97 govt schools in Sikkim to be shut due to shortage of students

The schools identified for closure include 78 primary, 12 junior high and seven senior secondary.

14 November 2024, 16:58 IST

97 govt schools in Sikkim to be shut due to shortage of students

14 November 2024, 16:58 IST

Sikkim CM expresses condolences over fatal fire in Surat that claimed lives of 2 women from state

In an official statement on Thursday, Tamang extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and assured them of the state's support during this difficult time.

07 November 2024, 08:47 IST

Sikkim CM expresses condolences over fatal fire in Surat that claimed lives of 2 women from state

07 November 2024, 08:47 IST

Sikkim introduces odd-even traffic rule in Gangtok to tackle congestion

Under the system, odd-numbered vehicles will be permitted to ply on odd dates, while even-numbered vehicles can operate on even dates from 9.30 am to noon and 3.30 pm to 6 pm.

26 October 2024, 14:56 IST

Sikkim introduces odd-even traffic rule in Gangtok to tackle congestion

26 October 2024, 14:56 IST

Doctors remove surgical scissor from abdomen of woman in Sikkim's Gangtok

The scissor was left in the abdomen of the woman when she underwent an appendix operation at STNM Hospital 12 years ago.

19 October 2024, 14:45 IST

Doctors remove surgical scissor from abdomen of woman in Sikkim's Gangtok

19 October 2024, 14:45 IST

CM Tamang chairs meeting with BRO for improvement of road infrastructure in North Sikkim

A joint inspection of critical regions was agreed upon to ensure a comprehensive assessment and action plan.

01 October 2024, 08:26 IST

CM Tamang chairs meeting with BRO for improvement of road infrastructure in North Sikkim

01 October 2024, 08:26 IST

Heavy rain in Sikkim triggers multiple landslides, bridge damaged

In Soreng district’s Daramdin constituency, several villages have reported numerous landslides that have damaged homes and resulted in livestock losses. The district administration is evaluating the extent of the damage, and relief measures are underway.

27 September 2024, 05:48 IST

Heavy rain in Sikkim triggers multiple landslides, bridge damaged

27 September 2024, 05:48 IST

Sikkim CM welcomes 'One Nation, One Poll' proposal

The Union Cabinet had approved the proposal for 'One Nation, One Election' as recommended by a panel headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind.

19 September 2024, 09:44 IST

Sikkim CM welcomes 'One Nation, One Poll' proposal

19 September 2024, 09:44 IST

BRO constructs new bailey bridge at Zeema in North Sikkim

On May 29 this year the crucial bailey bridge at Zeema in North Sikkim was damaged in flash floods in Lachen Chu river.

18 September 2024, 06:21 IST

BRO constructs new bailey bridge at Zeema in North Sikkim

18 September 2024, 06:21 IST

Centre sanctions projects worth Rs 400 crore for Sikkim: CM Tamang

He said that the central government was committed to boost healthcare infrastructure in Sikkim so that the people could get the best medical facilities in their own state.

06 September 2024, 11:21 IST

Centre sanctions projects worth Rs 400 crore for Sikkim: CM Tamang

06 September 2024, 11:21 IST

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang meets Japanese delegation to discuss infrastructure projects in state

The JICA delegation, led by Sunouchi Tatsuhiko, senior director of South Asia Division 1 in Tokyo, briefed the CM on the progress of key infrastructure initiatives in Sikkim to be funded by the agency.

05 September 2024, 12:52 IST

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang meets Japanese delegation to discuss infrastructure projects in state

05 September 2024, 12:52 IST