Sikkim, 20th August: A massive landslide devastated the power station of the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation’s (NHPC) Teesta Stage 5 dam on Tuesday morning. The 510 MW power station had been under threat due to frequent minor landslides in recent weeks. On Tuesday, a significant portion of the adjacent hill collapsed, burying the power station … Read more
RANGPO, AUGUST 8, 2024: The Sevoke-Rangpo Railway Project reached a critical milestone on Thursday as Tunnel T6 was successfully completed, marking a significant advancement in connecting Sikkim to the national railway network. The 3.94 km tunnel, which includes a 600-meter audit passage, was constructed by ITD Cementation, a firm renowned for handling complex infrastructure projects. … Read more
Gangtok, Aug 5: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang presented the budget for the financial year 2024-25 to the House on the inaugural day of the Budget Session today, outlining his government’s progressive schemes, achievements, and developmental goals. Tamang emphasized the need for sustainable development policies, ensuring the prosperity and well-being of the people of … Read more
Gangtok, Aug 4:Â In a significant move, the Sikkim Science Centre has been officially included in the state’s tourist itinerary, according to Sikkim’s Department of Science and Technology (DST) Secretary, Sandeep Tambe. This inclusion aims to enhance the centre’s prominence and offer tourists a unique educational experience. “Incorporating the Sikkim Science Centre into the tourist … Read more
Gangtok, Aug 4: Sikkim police have detained a man in Gyalshing district for allegedly sexually assaulting a 69-year-old woman at her home. The incident reportedly took place on July 30 at around 9:30 a.m. when the suspect visited the victim’s house. The victim’s family filed an official complaint on August 2 at approximately 4:50 p.m., … Read more
Gangtok, Aug 3 (PTI): The Sikkim government has mandated that all vehicle owners must carry a Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, effective from Saturday. According to a circular issued by the Transport Department, failure to present a valid PUC certificate will result in a Rs 500 fine. Transport Secretary Manish Pradhan stated, “With the approval … Read more
Singtam, 03rd August: A white Bolero car, vehicle number SK 01 PB 1592, fell from a road cliff and tumbled down a steep mountain slope while traveling from Majitar to Ravangla via Singtam Road. The incident, which involved three victims, could have ended in tragedy. By a stroke of luck, all three individuals were rescued. … Read more
Jorethang, 02nd August: In a tragic turn of events, a 37-year-old man in Sikkim’s Jorethang has been arrested for murdering his wife over a domestic argument. On August 2, Bhim Kumar Rai allegedly killed his wife, Smrita Rai (33), with a sharp weapon following a heated dispute at their rented accommodation around 1 a.m. After … Read more
Sikkim, 02nd August: PTI reported on Friday that 300 families have been evacuated in Sikkim’s Mangan district following the collapse of several buildings in the border region, PTI reported on Friday. The land in the village is gradually subsiding towards the Teesta River, causing significant concern and fear among local residents. Nim Tshering Lepcha, a … Read more
01st August : A massive landslide struck NH10 at the 29th Mile, blocking the road from both directions. This incident has forced the diversion of vehicles through the Mungpoo route. The landslide occurred unexpectedly, disrupting the usual flow of traffic and causing significant delays. Restoration efforts are underway with full intensity, as workers and JCB … Read more