A Parliamentary panel urges swift HPV vaccine inclusion in India's Universal Immunisation Programme to combat cervical cancer, prevalent among women. Highlighting the slow rollout, currently limited to Sikkim and Bihar, the committee emphasizes scaling up national screening programs, especially in underserved regions. They also advocate for targeted awareness campaigns, NGO involvement, and upskilling healthcare professionals to improve cancer care.
The Banspani Railway Station, which serves the quaint little town of Banspani and its adjacent areas in Keonjhar, Odisha, is considered the smallest railway station in India.
Delhi Chief Minister Attacked During Public Hearing
New Delhi, August 20 : Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was assaulted this morning during The post Delhi Chief Minister Attacked During Public Hearing appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Sikkim University Student Sparks Row With 'Nepali' Remark, Taken Into Custody
A major controversy has erupted on the campus of Sikkim University in Gangtok over alleged derogatory remarks against the Nepali community and language by a student from Uttar Pradesh in a department WhatsApp group.
Sikkim University student arrested for insulting Nepali language
Gangtok: A Sikkim University student, who hailed from Uttar Pradesh, was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly making insulting remarks against the Nepali language which is widely spoken in the Himalayan state, officials said. Acting on a complaint lodged by some local students, a team from Rani Pool police station reached the university campus and took Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SUSA Condemns Derogatory Remark Made Against Nepali Community
Gangtok, August 18 : Sikkim University Students Association (SUSA) Condemns Derogatory Remarks made Against Nepali The post SUSA Condemns Derogatory Remark Made Against Nepali Community appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Bairrabi Railway Station, which has the station code BHRB, has three platforms and serves the entire population of 1.25 million (12.25 lakhs) of the state.
Earthquake News Updates: Earthquake of magnitude 2.8 hits Sikkim's Soreng
MP Raju Bista Inspects Landslide-Hit NH-10, Calls for Coordinated Action
Darjeeling, August 16 : In response to recent landslides, Darjeeling MP Raju Bista conducted an The post MP Raju Bista Inspects Landslide-Hit NH-10, Calls for Coordinated Action appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Doctor Son Returns to Unveil Statue of His Father, Kargil War Martyr Veer Bahadur Suresh Chhetri
Siliguri, August 15 : Veer Bahadur Suresh Chhetri made the ultimate sacrifice for his country The post Doctor Son Returns to Unveil Statue of His Father, Kargil War Martyr Veer Bahadur Suresh Chhetri appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
IMD issues red alert for flash floods, cloudburst risk in Uttarakhand, week after Dharali disaster
NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has raised a red alert, cautioning against an imminent threat of flash floods across the Himalayan states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Bihar and Sikkim in eastern India, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the south and some parts of Maharashtra. It has asked people to remain vigilant over the next 24 hours as nature prepares to unleash fury. IMDs caution applies to Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Lahul and Spiti, Mandi, Shimla, and Sirmaur districts in Himachal and Almora, Bageshwar, Chamoli, Champawat, Dehradun, Nainital, Pauri Garhwal, Pithoragarh, Rudraprayag, Tehri Garhwal, and Uttarkashi districts in Uttarakhand. The weather office has alerted the Himalayan states, including the Jammu region, of extremely heavy rainfall up to 210 mm in the next day and heavy rain in the next 6-7 days. Satellite imagery shows scattered to broken intense convective clouds over Uttarakhand and also around Uttarkashi, which may cause cloudburst-induced flash floods. Uttarakhand cloudburst-hit Dharali villagers seek Kedarnath-style rebuild, relocation to nearby sites Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim of east India, coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, east and north Telangana and Maharashtras Marathwada region may also witness low to moderate flash flood risk. In its bulletin, the IMD said inundation may occur at some saturated soils and low-lying areas over the regions of concern. The IMD has warned of hefty rainfall in west-central India adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal off north Andhra and south Odisha coasts due to the emergence of a low-pressure area along the Bay of Bengal. Under its influence, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, coastal Andhra, Rayalaseema, Telangana, and Karnataka are more likely to receive hefty rainfall from August 13 to 17. Fisherfolk have been advised not to venture into the Arabian Sea between August 13 and 18. A similar advice relates to areas along and off the Sri Lankan coast, along and off the Andhra Pradesh coast, and the Odisha coast during the same period. Blockbuster monsoon likely in the second fortnight of August, said Debashish Jena, researcher and agrometeorologist at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology in Uttarakhand. Experts blame decades of deodar tree felling for worsening Uttarkashi cloudburst
According to IMD's National Flash Flood Guidance Bulletin, at least 180 mm of rain is likely in certain areas in the next 24 hours
Syed Ata Hasnain | Climate & Geology Posing Fresh Himalayan Threats
In October 2023, the South Lhonark lake in Sikkim gave way, sending a wall of water downstream that obliterated the Chungthang dam. By August 2025, flash floods in Dharali near Harsil -- a key transit zone for both troops and civilians -- demonstrated just how quickly mountain waterways can turn violent
Nepalese PM Oli to visit India on Sept 16-17: Foreign Ministry sources
KATHMANDU: Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is likely to pay an official visit to India from September 16-17, Foreign Ministry sources said here on Monday. A wide range of issues, such as trade, tourism, information technology, connectivity, hydropower, and border, will be discussed during the visit, they added. The Foreign Ministry is currently working towards finalising the agenda and itinerary for the proposed high-level visit, said the Foreign Minister's Press Advisor Ek Raj Pathak. On Monday, Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba, who would be part of Oli's delegation, said that direct flights between Nepalgunj and Delhi will be on op of her agenda during the upcoming visit to India. Direct air connectivity between Nepalgunj, a Western Nepal city, and New Delhi will be my top agenda, Deuba said at a meeting with political leaders, lawmakers and industrialists at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. If this happens, it will certainly change the face of Western Nepal, she said, adding that the government has already done the necessary groundwork to strengthen the necessary infrastructure in the area for the purpose. The people from around 25 districts of Western Nepal will benefit from the proposed direct flight between Nepalgunj and Delhi, Deuba said. Nepalgunj can be the gateway to Kailash-Mansarovar situated in Tibet if direct flights are started between Nepalgunj and Delhi, she added. The proposed flight between the two cities will benefit the people of both countries, she pointed out. Nepal shares a border of over 1,850 km with five Indian states Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Landlocked Nepal relies heavily on India for the transportation of goods and services. Nepal is also important for India in the context of its overall strategic interests in the region, and the leaders of the two countries have often noted the age-old Roti Beti relationship.
NDA weighs options, may announce candidate for VP elections by August 13
NEW DELHI: The NDA, led by the BJP, is expected to announce its vice-presidential candidate between August 12 and 13, as final discussions at the Prime Ministers level have reportedly begun. All sources hinted on Saturday, while speaking to this newspaper, that a consensus candidate is likely to be decided, at least in principle, by Tuesday. Sources indicated that the BJPs nominee for the Vice-President role will be a surprise choice, with the party prioritising candidates who have remained non-controversial throughout their political careers and possess significant experience in parliamentary affairs. It is essential that the candidate nominated for the second-highest constitutional post has a profound understanding of parliamentary procedure and rules to efficiently manage the Upper House of Parliamentthe Rajya Sabha, said a BJP Rajya Sabha MP, suggesting that the nominee finalisation is underway. Among the various names being discussed are current governors of states such as Gujarat, Karnataka, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, and former governors, including the former Governor of Goa. Several BJP leaders also hinted that PM may spring a surprise in the selection of candidate. A former woman BJP MP , who belongs to an OBC (Other Backward Classes) caste also, has also emerged as a potential candidate for the position. However, the likelihood remains higher for the position to go to a sitting or former governor, unless the party chooses a woman candidate to set an example of women empowerment, following Droupadi Murmus elevation to the office of President, remarked a senior BJP source.
President appoints BHU professor Santanu Kumar Swain as Sikkim University Vice Chancellor
President Droupadi Murmu has appointed BHU professor Santanu Kumar Swain as Vice Chancellor of Sikkim University for a five-year term or until he turns 70. Swain, replacing officiating VC Abhijit Dutta, brings extensive academic experience. The Ministry of Education has notified all concerned authorities about the appointment, seen as significant for the universitys growth in the eastern Himalayas.
MP Indra Hang Subba urges Centre to improve infrastructure of Anganwadi centres in Sikkim
GANGTOK, Aug 7: Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba has urged the Centre for immediate steps to improve the infrastructure of Anganwadi centres (AWCs) in rural, tribal and high altitude regions of the Himalayan state. A statement from the MPs office said on Thursday that Subba, in a representation to Union Minister of State []
NEC releases Rs 11.31 crore for development projects in NE region
SHILLONG, Aug 7: The North Eastern Council (NEC) on Thursday said it has released over Rs 11.31 crore during July this year to various central and regional agencies for implementation of development projects across the Northeastern region, including Meghalaya and Sikkim. A NEC statement said the funds were allocated to support a wide range of []
Supreme Court orders states to admit orphans under EWS quota, calls for survey
NEW DELHI: In a significant directive aimed at ensuring educational rights for vulnerable children, the Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered all states to include orphans within the ambit of the 25% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) under the Right to Education (RTE) Act. The Court also directed states to conduct a survey of orphaned children denied school admission and provide reasons for the denial. A Bench comprising Justices BV Nagarathna and KV Viswanathan said, States must issue notifications within four weeks bringing orphaned children under Section 12(1)(c) of the RTE Act, which mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years in private unaided schools. While states like Delhi, Gujarat, Sikkim, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh have already issued such notifications, the Bench said others must follow suit. Simultaneously, the Court directed states to identify both admitted and denied orphan children, and urged them to take immediate steps to ensure their admission. The Supreme Court has directed authorities to ensure orphaned children are admitted to schools while conducting surveys to identify them, simultaneously asking the Centre to consider adding a separate category for orphans in the 2027 Census. The directions came during a hearing on a petition filed by advocate Poulomi Pavini Shukla, who highlighted the absence of official data and policy support for India's orphan population. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta responded to the court's suggestion, stating, It should be. I would take it up because orphans are our responsibility. Shukla argued that despite existing support systems for marginalized children, orphans remain a neglected demographic, citing UNICEF estimates of nearly 30 million orphaned children in India. The bench emphasiced the need for immediate action on school admissions while awaiting comprehensive survey data. The case has been listed for further hearing on September 9, with states directed to file affidavits detailing their compliance with the court's directions regarding orphan welfare measures.
SC orders states to survey orphaned kids denied education
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed all states to survey orphaned children who were denied education under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009. A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and K V Viswanathan further asked the Centre to consider including data of such children in the upcoming census, scheduled to be carried out in 2027. The apex court was hearing a plea raising concerns for orphans in need of care and protection. The bench further directed the states to survey orphaned children who had been granted admission in schools under the provisions of the 2009 Act. The petitioner said schemes of the Centre and the state governments for protection and care of orphans were inadequate, requiring consideration. States to make a survey of the orphan children who have already been granted admission under the provisions of the Act as well as a survey of the children who have been denied such right to free and compulsory education under the Act and if so, for what reasons, the top court said. The states would have to return with their respective affidavits. With the survey and data collection going on, the bench asked for simultaneous efforts to ensure deserving children got admissions in neighbourhood schools. The bench granted four weeks to the authorities to comply with the directions. Rahul Gandhi to adopt 22 children orphaned in Pak shelling in J&Ks Poonch during Operation Sindoor It came on record that several states, including Gujarat, Delhi, Meghalaya and Sikkim, had already issued notifications to include orphaned children within the 25 per cent quota for those belonging to weaker sections and disadvantaged groups as prescribed in Section 12 (1) (c) of the law. Section 12 deals with extent of school's responsibility for free and compulsory education. The bench said other states might also consider issuing similar notification and file a related affidavit on record. It posted the matter for September 9. During the hearing, the petitioner sought directions to the Centre to consider having a data of orphans in the upcoming census. There must be a box with regard to orphans also, the bench told Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, who was appearing in some other matter. The bench said then the government would automatically get the data of orphan children. It should be. I would take it up because orphans are our responsibility, Mehta said. When the petitioner said the Centre should be asked to file a detailed affidavit on the aspects raised in the plea, the bench said it would consider all the issues. The bench observed there were Juvenile Justice Committee in all high courts and national consultations were also being held on these issues. TN Budget 2025: 25 elderly daycare centres to be set up, Rs 2000 aid for orphaned children So it is not as bad as it was, the bench said, positive things are also happening. The petitioner contended that India gives a lot of support and lot of opportunities to children of weaker sections such as scholarships, reservations, jobs, loans, etc., but there was nothing for orphans. She said UNICEF estimates 25 million orphans in India. We as a country don't even have an official number of orphans. We are right now doing a historic caste census and in that we are not counting orphans, the petitioner said. India's 16th Census with caste enumeration will be carried out in 2027 with the reference date of October 1, 2026 in snow-bound areas like Ladakh and of March 1, 2027 in the rest of the country. The apex court had on July 2018 agreed to examine the plea seeking reservation in educational institutions and government jobs for orphans, who have no linkage in society, on par with those belonging to the SC/ST and OBC category. City private schools asked to ensure education of Covid-19 orphan children
Poshan Tracker data shows persistent malnutrition among children; central, eastern states worst hit
MANGALURU: As of June 2025, 5.46% of children under five in India were found to be wasted (low weight for height), and 15.93% were underweight (low weight for age), according to the latest Poshan Tracker data. Among children aged 06 years, 16.50% were recorded as underweight, indicating that malnutrition continues to pose a significant public health challenge across the country. The figures expose stark disparities among states. Bihar reported 20.98% underweight and 9.31% wasting rates, among the highest in India, followed closely by Madhya Pradesh (24.82% underweight, 8.19% wasting) and Jharkhand (19.13% underweight, 6.68% wasting). Other high-burden states include Tripura, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh, with underweight prevalence ranging from 17% to nearly 20%. In the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, wasting reached 11.62%the highest in the countrywhile 22.54% of children there were underweight. Despite a national push to improve nutrition through Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, the data reveals uneven outcomes. Many states, particularly in central and eastern India, continue to grapple with persistently high malnutrition rates. However, there are clear examples of improvement and effective intervention. Some states have managed to keep both wasting and underweight figures impressively low. Goa reported only 0.78% wasting and 1.96% underweight children. Sikkim (1.95% wasting, 1.69% underweight), Manipur (0.67%, 2.69%), and Himachal Pradesh (2.41%, 6.88%) also performed strongly. Southern states showed moderate success, though with some variations. Tamil Nadu emerged as a top performer in the region, with 3.54% wasting and 6.29% underweight, well below national averages. Kerala reported similarly low wasting (3.20%) but had a higher proportion of underweight children (10.18%). Karnatakas data showed 3.18% wasting, but a relatively high 16.50% underweight. Andhra Pradesh reported 4.97% wasting and 7.68% underweight, while Telangana lagged slightly behind, with 5.93% wasting and 17.00% underweight. These figures suggest that while southern states have managed to contain acute malnutrition to an extent, chronic undernutrition remains a concern, particularly in Karnataka and Telangana. According to data presented in the Lok Sabha, the government's nutrition monitoring system has evolved significantly with the implementation of the Poshan Tracker, launched in March 2021. The tool captures real-time data on growth metrics, daily attendance at Anganwadi centres, and distribution of supplementary nutrition. The integration of facial recognition for Take-Home Ration (THR) distribution and the introduction of dashboard analytics have further improved targeting and transparency. Compared to NFHS-5 (201921), which reported 32.1% underweight and 19.3% wasting among children under five, the current data reflects progress. However, the gap between the projected population of children under six (16.1 crore) and those enrolled in Anganwadi services (8.61 crore) signals the need for expanded coverage and deeper outreach.
NH-10, connecting Sikkim and West Bengal, closed for three days as massive crack emerges
National Highway 10, the lifeline connecting Sikkim and West Bengal, is closed. A major crack appeared on the highway in Kalimpong district. The closure, between Coronation Bridge and Chitrey, started Sunday evening. National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited expects to complete repairs by Wednesday evening. Small vehicles can take alternative routes.
NDA faces challenge over picking consensus candidate for V-P polls
NEW DELHI: The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is apparently facing an uphill task in reaching consensus over a candidate for the upcoming vice-presidential election. With the Election Commission having initiated the poll process and the Opposition strategising to field a joint nominee, the election promises a high-stakes contest. According to sources within the BJP, the party is currently deliberating over potential names that meet a broad spectrum of criteria, especially those aligned with the suggestions reportedly made by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), and also reflect the BJPs strategic priorities. While shortlisting of potential candidates is said to be discreetly underway within the BJP, formal consultations with NDA allies are expected to take place between August 8 and 10, during a scheduled meeting. However, insiders admit that the real challenge lies in identifying a candidate who balances ideological commitment to the party and the RSS, while also maintaining also a strong rapport with NDA partners, possesses deep knowledge of House procedures, and demonstrates political maturity. Among the names currently circulating in internal discussions are several Governorsincluding the Governors of Sikkim, Karnataka, and Biharas well as former Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai. With his Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarathi Parishad background and favourable impression among the RSS, Pillai is a former Kerala BJP chief and has penned over 150 books. There is also a possibility that incumbent deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha, Harivansh, may be nominated as candidate in the vice-presidential polls owing to his experience of officiating the House and journalistic background. However, his political affiliation with NDA-ally JD(U) may become an impediment to his candidature as the BJP looks to field its own candidate. If the party springs a surprise by nominating a woman again for the second-highest constitutional post in the country, especially one from the OBC or SC community, it would certainly be an added advantage for the partys electoral politics, said a senior BJP insider.
Teesta, Jaldhaka rivers in spate as heavy rains lash north Bengal
KOLKATA / JALPAIGURI: Rivers in northern West Bengal, including the Teesta and Jaldhaka, are in a spate owing to incessant rain that inundated low-lying areas and affected road connectivity to Sikkim and Kalimpong, even as the Met forecast very heavy downpour in the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that very heavy rain with isolated extremely heavy downpour is likely to occur in the sub-Himalayan districts of the state till Tuesday morning. A landslide at Tarkhola owing to overnight heavy rain has severely affected vehicular movement on the arterial National Highway 10 connecting Sikkim with Siliguri, an official said. While smaller vehicles have been diverted via alternative roads, the movement of heavy vehicles has been temporarily suspended owing to the landslide, he said. A 'yellow warning' (be aware) has been declared at Domohani and Mekhliganj in the vicinity of River Teesta and near National Highway 31, where Jaldhaka flows along it, according to the flood control room at Jalpaiguri city, where incessant rainfall inundated several low-lying areas. Maintaining that heavy rain in Bhutan over the last few days has led to an increased water flow in Jaldhaka River that passes through the Himalayan kingdom and north Bengal, the official said that some areas in Dhupguri block of Jalpaiguri have been flooded. Jalpaiguri received the state's highest rainfall in 24 hours till 8.30 am on Sunday at 159 mm, followed by 152 mm in neighbouring Alipurduar, the IMD data said. Cooch Behar received 93 mm rainfall, while Bagdogra got 75 mm rain during the period, it said. The IMD said that light to moderate rain is likely to occur in all south Bengal districts, including Kolkata, till Tuesday morning.
Main road to Sikkim cut off due to highway collapse, landslides
KOLKATA: Heavy landslides have stopped all kinds of vehicular movement on the National Highway 10, the main road connecting Siliguri with Sikkim and Kalimpong on Saturday. Since Friday, incessant heavy rains have been lashing the hills and plains of north Bengal. On Saturday morning, a portion of the National Highway 10 near Tarkhola, adjacent to Teesta Bazar, collapsed and submerged in the Teesta River. Since National Highway 10 was blocked, Sikkim was relying on National Highway 717A for the movement of goods vehicles. But that alternative route was also closed in the afternoon. A landslide occurred on the National Highway 717A at Rishikhola in Kalimpong district in north Bengal on Saturday afternoon. Traffic movement was immediately stopped on the road which also connects Siliguri with Sikkim. However, several roads to Sikkim via Kalimpong are still open. Meanwhile, the closure of National Highway 10, which is also called the lifeline of Sikkim, has resulted in hardship for the people. This road is very important not only for the locals, but also for tourists and the army. It is apprehended that the national highway will remain closed for a few days.
After 7 years, red panda cubs born in Sikkim zoo
The captive red panda population at the Himalayan Zoological Park near Gangtok was nearly decimated by two outbreaks of canine distemper, a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral disease
BJP with allies working out on VP candidate; Kerala leader among contenders
NEW DELHI: The process to select a consensus candidate for the election of the Vice-President, already notified by the Election Commission of India, has gained momentum, with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) likely to agree upon the BJPs nominee soon. As the candidate is expected to be chosen from the saffron side, sources indicate that NDA allies are anticipated to come together for discussions shortly. I think we will be able to decide the candidate soon. But a big surprise cannot be ruled out, remarked a senior BJP leader, speaking on condition of anonymity during an informal conversation with a select group of media personnel on Friday. The meeting of NDA leaders, following the BJPs shortlisting of names, is expected to take place between the first and second weeks of August, with the final name likely to be confirmed by 18 August. If everything goes as per plan, nobody can rule out the possibility of announcing the names of the candidates of the BJP national president as well as the Vice-President, a senior BJP source noted. Meanwhile, sources within the saffron camp indicated that the BJP, in consultation with its ideological mentor, the RSS, will shortlist candidates based on their parliamentary experience, alignment with the Sanghs ideology, and reputation as neutral and non-controversial figures. How India elects its Vice President As speculation grows within saffron political circles, P.S. Sreedharan Pillai, former Governor of Goa and previously of Mizoram, as well as former BJP state president in Kerala, has emerged as one of the leading contenders for the post of Vice-President. He holds profound experience in parliamentary affairs, is considered neutral, and is a renowned author also, remarked a BJP source. One of the most conducive factors in Pillais favour is his background with the ABVP and his leadership during the BJPs victory of two MP seats in Kerala in 2018. He has authored over 210 books and has been an active writer for several decades, while maintaining a long-standing role in politics. He is considered a neutral statesman with deep experience in parliamentary affairs. Another name being speculated upon after Pillai is that of Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur, a former Rajya Sabha member with an RSS background. We can only speculate, but the fact is the name would be surprising. Maybe a woman candidate finally emerges as the face, setting an example of the Modi governments mantra on women empowermentright from the President of India to Vice-President, the senior BJP source added, without ruling out the possibility of incumbent Deputy Chairman Harivansh being elevated to the Vice-Presidents post, or the selection of any senior BJP leader above the age of 70. Previously, names such as former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, Bihar Governor Md Arif Khan, and Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot have also been speculated.
Most states have recorded normal to above-normal rains so far except eastern UP, Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal, Sikkim, Rayalaseema, and Lakshadweep, where deficiency persists
Is arrested model-actress Shanta a Bangladeshi spy? Police investigates
KOLKATA: Activities of Bangladeshi model and actress Shanta Pal, who has been arrested in Kolkata, are reminiscent of the activities of Jyoti Malhotra, who was arrested on suspicion of being a Pakistani spy, police sources said. Shanta lived a luxurious life as Jyoti. She too travelled to many places in India, including the Nathula Pass, near the China border in Sikkim which raised suspicion about her, a Kolkata Police official said. Jyoti Malhotra is accused of spying for Pakistan. Is Shanta doing the same for Bangladesh? We have been trying to ascertain this in the investigation, the official added. According to police sources, Shanta Pal, a Bangladeshi citizen, came to India in 2023. Since then, she has been staying here. Both her visa and passport have expired. Bangladeshi model-actress held in Kolkata with Indian documents According to police sources, after questioning Shanta and searching her social media pages, it was found that she had become a consultant for others to obtain visas to India. After the upheaval in Bangladesh last year, when the situation between India and Bangladesh made it difficult for Bangladeshi citizens to get Indian tourist visas, Shanta had advised many of them to apply for medical visas. The investigators are checking how many people took her help to get Indian medical visas. Shanta, who has been residing in India, also used to live a colourful life. According to police sources, the Bangladeshi model-actress travelled from Digha in West Bengal to Gangtok in Sikkim and posted pictures and videos on social media. She even reached the Nathula Pass near the China border to create a travel vlog. According to police sources, Shanta was promoting her tourism business through a social media page called Asan Travels Kolkata and Bangladesh. Additionally, investigators are also investigating if she took a loan from an Indian state-owned bank to open a hotel, based on her Facebook post. On Wednesday, the Kolkata Police arrested Shanta in a fraud case from the Bikramgarh area in south Kolkata. She lived there in a rented flat with her parents and husband. The police recovered an Indian voter card, PAN card, and Aadhaar cards of two addresses, one in Kolkata and the other in Burdwan, issued in her name. The police have also recovered a Bangladeshi passport and Bangladesh Airways employee card from her possession. She used to work as a cabin crew for Bangladesh Airways. An admit card for Bangladesh's secondary examination has also been found.
Himachal Pradesh to reintroduce lotteries after two decade to boost revenue amid rising debt
CHANDIGARH: Facing a mounting debt burden that has crossed Rs 1 lakh crore, the Himachal Pradesh government is exploring new avenues for revenue generation. In a key move, the state cabinet has decided to lift the two-decade-old ban on lotteries, with an estimated annual revenue potential of Rs 50100 crore. The decision comes amid declining central allocations and the discontinuation of GST compensation, which have further strained the states finances. The government hopes that restarting lottery operations will help bridge the fiscal gap without putting an additional burden on taxpayers. In 1999, the then Himachal Pradesh CM Prem Kumar Dhumal had banned the sale of all types of lotteries in the state, under Sections 7, 8 and 9 of the Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998 and made its violation punishable under Lotteries (Regulation) Act. In a bid to shore up revenue amid mounting debt, the Himachal Pradesh cabinet has approved the revival of state-run lotteries, a practice banned over two decades ago. The decision follows a recommendation by the Resource Mobilisation Committee headed by Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri. The finance department made a detailed presentation before the cabinet, highlighting the potential of lotteries as a significant revenue source. Citing examples from other states, officials noted that Kerala earns over Rs 13,582 crore annually through lotteries, Punjab around Rs 235 crore, and the hill state of Sikkim nearly Rs 30 crore. Industry Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan said many statesincluding Kerala, Goa, Maharashtra, Punjab, West Bengal, and several northeastern statescurrently operate lotteries successfully. There is no nationwide ban on lotteries. If regulated properly, Himachal too stands to benefit, he said. Sources said the state government is likely to introduce specific legislation in the upcoming monsoon session of the assembly, starting August 18, to operationalise the scheme. However, the move has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition. Former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition Jai Ram Thakur called the decision regressive and harmful. By legalising lotteries, the government is trying to bring back a dark era when many families were ruinedpeople committed suicides, and their homes were auctioned. The BJP strongly condemns this policy, he said.
Sikkim MP Urges Centre to Ensure Assembly Seat Reservation for Limboo and Tamang Communities
HT DIGITAL IMPHAL, JULY 31: Raising a long-overdue and constitutionally significant concern, Sikkim Member of Parliament Dr. Indra Hang Subba addressed the Lok Sabha on Monday, calling on the central government to take immediate action to reserve seats for the Limboo and Tamang communities in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly. Dr. Subba reminded the House that []
GUWAHATI: The Congress lost all its representation in the Meghalaya Assembly on July 30 after its last legislator, Ronnie V Lyngdoh, resigned from the party and merged with Chief Minister Conrad K Sangmas National Peoples Party (NPP). The development took the NPPs tally in the 60-member House to 33. The Congress had bagged five seats in the 2023 Assembly polls. However, three of the MLAs Charles Marngar, Celestine Lyngdoh and Gabriel Wahlang had joined the NPP in September 2024. The fourth, Saleng A Sangma, resigned from the House following his election to the Lok Sabha last year. Ronnie submitted a letter to Assembly Speaker Thomas A Sangma expressing intent to merge with the NPP. He said his decision to join the ruling party was without any precondition. He urged the chief minister to ensure the stability of the state and the development of the people. Despite requests since 2018, I had stuck to the Congress because I was elected on its ticket. Now, my people realised that nearly half my term has ended and we need development and stability, he said. The speaker said he had accepted Ronnies resignation from Congress and his merger with the NPP. I received his letter in which he expressed his willingness to merge with the NPP. I found it to be valid as it satisfied criteria as laid down under the 10th Schedule of the Constitution, the speaker said. Meghalaya is now the third state in the Northeast without any Congress representation in the Assembly. Nagaland and Sikkim are the two other states. The Congress was a dominant force in Meghalaya, but it got reduced to a shadow of its past self in the wake of the NPPs emergence as a powerhouse. The Congresss slide began in November 2021 during the NPP-led coalitions first term in power when 12 of its 17 MLAs, led by former Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, had joined the All India Trinamool Congress. Over time, three other MLAs joined the NPP, and the remaining two others embraced the regional United Democratic Party. The Congress had no MLA when it contested the 2023 Assembly elections.
CM PS Tamang holds first meeting of ITS
GANGTOK, July 29: The first official meeting of the Institute for Transforming Sikkim (ITS) was convened today at the Chief Ministers official residence. The Institute for Transforming Sikkim has been conceptualised to serve as a strategic think tank and catalyst for driving transformative development across sectors in the state. At the outset, I had the []
Swollen Teesta affects normal life
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Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim, one of the world's highest lakes, recently captured attention when Anand Mahindra shared a stunning photograph of it. The image, taken by Capt. Sumit Bhatnagar, prompted Mahindra to call the lake a surreal vision, quoting Rabindranath Tagore. Revered by Buddhists, Sikhs, and Hindus, the lake is also vital to the Teesta River's origin, supporting Sikkim's ecosystem.
Heavy rain lashes Delhi, IMD warns of intense showers across India till August 4
NEW DELHI: Heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms affected several regions of Delhi, providing a respite from the prevailing humid weather conditions on Tuesday morning. IMD predicts heavy rainfall across India until August 4. Northwest India, including East Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall on July 29, with heavy showers in Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Haryana. West India, including Konkan and Gujarat, will see isolated heavy rain on July 29 and light to moderate showers for 6-7 days. Northeast India, including Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, is expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. East and Central India, including Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, will experience isolated heavy rain and thunderstorms. South Peninsular India, including Kerala and Coastal Karnataka, is expected to experience heavy rain on July 29-30, accompanied by strong winds (40-50 kmph). Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are likely across most regions for the next week. Meanwhile, Air India has issued a travel advisory warning passengers of potential disruptions to flight operations to and from Delhi on Tuesday morning due to gusty winds and rain. The airline urged travellers to check their flight status before heading to the airport and to allow extra time for their journey. Gusty wind and rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi this morning. Please check your flight status before heading to the airport and allow extra time for your journey, Air India posted on X. According to IMD, it is forecasted that there will be fairly widespread to widespread rainfall over Northwest, Northeast, and Eastern India during the next few days. Scattered to fairly widespread rainfall is also likely over Central and Peninsular India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over East Rajasthan on Wednesday (i.e July 30). Heavy rainfall is also very likely at isolated locations in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Jharkhand, Kerala, Mahe, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Sikkim, and West Rajasthan on Wednesday. On July 30, Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) are very likely at isolated places in Bihar, Gangetic West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Muzaffarabad, as well as Jharkhand. Additionally, thunderstorms with lightning are expected at isolated locations in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Vidarbha. Strong surface winds are anticipated at isolated places in Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Mahe, and Lakshadweep. Squally winds with speeds of 45-55 kmph, gusting to 65 kmph, are likely along and off the coasts of Somalia, Yemen, south Oman, westcentral and eastcentral Arabian Sea, southwest Arabian Sea, and southern parts of the north Arabian Sea. Squally weather with wind speeds of 40-50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph, is expected over parts of the east-central Arabian Sea, along and off the Konkan, Goa, and Karnataka coasts. Similar conditions with winds of 45-55 kmph, gusting to 65 kmph, are forecast along and off Gujarat and adjoining northeast Arabian Sea.
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Nagaland University is leading a research project. It focuses on high-altitude lakes in Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. The project assesses lake stability. Researchers will quantify risks from lake outbursts. They will use surveys and flood modelling. The study identifies dangerous glacial lakes. It analyzes permafrost and slope instability. The project also examines ecological risks and freshwater resources.
Watch: Chaos in AC coach as unreserved passengers overrun Sikkim Mahananda Express at Katihar
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Indian Army tests AI, surveillance tech in high-altitude Divya Drishti exercise in Sikkim
GUWAHATI: Charting the path for future warfare, the Indian Army conducted a high-altitude technology demonstration exercise named Divya Drishti in east Sikkim in July 2025, testing cutting-edge systems for battlefield awareness, surveillance, and rapid decision-making. On the modern battlefield, the ability to see more, understand quickly, and act fast decides success, said a statement from the Ministry of Defence, underlining the objectives of the exercise. Troops from the Trishakti Corps deployed a combination of ground-based platforms, UAVs, and drones in realistic operational scenarios to evaluate next-generation capabilities. A major highlight was the integration of Artificial Intelligence-enabled sensors with secure communication networks, ensuring real-time data sharing between frontline units and command centres. This enhanced sensor-to-shooter connectivity enabling faster and more effective responses. Lieutenant General Rakesh Kapoor, Deputy Chief of Army Staff, reviewed the exercise and its outcomes on behalf of Army Headquarters. Exercise Divya Drishti has been a great success, said Lt Gen Zubin A Minwalla, General Officer Commanding, Trishakti Corps. We tested future-ready technologies under realistic conditions. The insights gained will shape the Indian Armys future doctrines and tactics, strengthening our ability to operate across all terrains and against any adversary. The exercise reflects the Armys commitment to technological transformation and self-reliance, aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision and the Armys Decade of Transformation roadmap, the statement added.
India planted 1.78 lakh hectares under CAMPA in 2019-2023; gaps in fund use: Report
NEW DELHI: India raised 1,78,261 hectares of compensatory afforestation against a target of 2,09,297 hectares between 2019-20 and 2023-24, achieving 85 per cent of the planned area, the Supreme Court-mandated Central Empowered Committee has said in a report. The report filed earlier this month revealed that utilisation of funds under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) varies sharply across states. According to the report, Gujarat, Chandigarh, Mizoram and Madhya Pradesh recorded full achievement of their targets. Madhya Pradesh planted 21,746.82 hectares, fully achieving its target of 21,107.68 hectares. Karnataka also met nearly its entire target, covering 2,761.26 hectares against 2,775.12 hectares. Arunachal Pradesh planted 20,719.46 hectares against 21,478.03 hectares, achieving 96.6 per cent. Uttar Pradesh reported 96.4 per cent achievement, planting 5,877.16 hectares against 6,096.7 hectares. Assam covered 1,149.64 hectares against 1,191.82 hectares, achieving 93.8 per cent. Sikkim planted 609.52 hectares, achieving 92.3 per cent, while Punjab achieved 4,019.72 hectares against 4,471.94 hectares, about 89.9 per cent. In contrast, Meghalaya had one of the lowest coverage, achieving only 114.56 hectares against a target of 514.76 hectares or 22.3 per cent. Manipur planted 666.94 hectares against 1,759.84 hectares, achieving 37.9 per cent. Kerala covered 171.80 hectares against 433.06 hectares, achieving 39.7 per cent. West Bengal achieved only 748.25 hectares against 1,911.74 hectares, about 39.2 per cent. Tamil Nadu planted 84.76 hectares against 262.39 hectares, achieving 32.3 per cent. Andhra Pradesh reported 3,471.88 hectares against 8,663.46 hectares, covering only 40.1 per cent. The report also reviewed the use of CAMPA funds during this period. National CAMPA approved Rs 38,516 crore for state annual plans between 2019-20 and 2023-24. States released Rs 29,311 crore to their forest departments, of which Rs 26,001 crore was utilised. This means only 67.5 per cent of the approved outlay was spent. Utilisation varied widely, with Manipur, Andhra Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh utilising 100 per cent, 100 per cent and 97.8 per cent of the funds released to them, respectively. Mizoram reported utilisation above 91 per cent, Sikkim 97.7 per cent, Karnataka 96.6 per cent and Odisha 87.9 per cent. Chhattisgarh recorded 95 per cent utilisation of the funds released, and Gujarat spent more than it released, utilising 116 per cent due to carryover balances. Several states lagged behind. Tamil Nadu used only 67.9 per cent of the funds released, while Jammu and Kashmir spent 62.5 per cent. Haryana also underperformed, using 57.4 per cent. West Bengal spent 81.1 per cent and Delhi just 26.9 per cent, the lowest among all states. Telangana reported 60.4 per cent utilisation, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands spent 53.1 per cent of the released funds. The CEC said that delays in submission of annual plans by states, late release of funds, and the lack of dedicated CAMPA offices affect seasonal forestry operations. Monitoring of survival rates remains weak, and multiple layers in the fund release process contribute to underutilisation, it said. Despite these shortcomings, it said progress under the statutory framework has been significant given initial difficulties, including disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. With thousands of hectares of natural forests lost each year to development projects, the report warns that gaps in plantation survival and underutilisation of funds undermine the very purpose of the CAMPA mechanism. The compensatory afforestation regime originated from a series of orders in the landmark TN Godavarman Thirumulpad vs Union of India case of 1995. In these orders, the Supreme Court mandated that when forest land is diverted for non-forest purposes, user agencies must provide funds to compensate for the loss through afforestation on non-forest land or degraded forest land. To formalise and regulate the management of these funds, Parliament enacted the Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAF) Act, 2016. The Act established the National and State CAMPA to manage the money collected from user agencies. The CAF Rules, 2018, provided the framework for how these funds should be used. The Act and Rules specify that the money transferred to states and union territories can only be used for afforestation, regeneration of degraded forests, wildlife protection and other activities aimed at ecological restoration.
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Defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has released the eighth and last ship in a series of anti-submarine warfare shallow water crafts (ASW SWCs) built for the Indian Navy. The ship, named Ajay, was inaugurated at an event in Kolkata on July 21. These ships are versatile platforms and can participate in a variety of operations. Designed with low draughts, the crafts are capable of coastal operations, Low Intensity Maritime Operations, and mine-laying. These 77.6-metre-long and 10.5-metre-wide warships are also capable of full-scale sub-surface surveillance in coastal waters and pack a lethal anti-submarine armory comprising lightweight torpedoes, ASW rockets and mines. Old city ghat set for renovation, deal inked In a significant step towards urban renewal and preservation of heritage spaces, the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata and TNS Logi-Park Pvt Ltd have entered an agreement to breathe new life into historic Doi-Ghat at the heart of the old metropolis. Located on the banks of the Hooghly River, at the confluence of Adi Ganga stream and the main channel, Doi-Ghat derives its name from the Bengali word for curd (doi), reflecting its historical link to the local dairy trade. Once a bustling commercial hub, the ghat served as a market where curd and other goods arrived in earthen pots, especially from Howrah, renowned for its dairy produce. At the intersection of key waterways, Doi-ghat had emerged as a centre for trade and daily dialogue between rural Bengal and the emeging metropolis of Calcutta. 15 new hotels to come up in next 5 years Kolkata-based Ambuja Neotia Group announced an agreement for 15 new hotels with the Indian Hotels Company. This agreement is set to expand the partnership to over 40 hotels. The 15 new sites identified to be developed are a combination of greenfield, brownfield and conversion projects across West Bengal, Sikkim and Himachal Pradesh. These include Taj resorts in Sunderban, Darjeeling, Shimla and Rabong, SeleQtions hotels in Kolkata and Siliguri and Tree of Life in Dooars in North Bengal. The projects are expected to become operational in the next five years. Kaushik Pradhan Our correspondent in West Bengal kaushik@newindianexpress.com
NDA likely to commence consultations over its nominee for VP post after July 28
NEW DELHI: With the EC formally initiating the process of electing the next Vice President by appointing a Returning Officer, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is expected to commence consultations for its nominee for the key constitutional post after July 28. This move comes amid indications that the Opposition will also field a candidate. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to speak in both Houses of Parliament after July 28 on Operation Sindoor. In the electoral college, which comprises members of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, the ruling BJP-led NDA holds a clear majority with nearly 425 members out of a total of 782 MPs. This makes its nominee, clear and strong to win the polls to this second-highest constitutional post of Vice President after the President of India. There is growing speculation that the Modi government may once again take a bold step to send a strong message in line with its mantra of womens empowerment by fielding a woman candidate. If this possibility materialises, it would mark a significant representation of nari-shakti, with women occupying both the posts of President and Vice President. In the days to come, the prospect of a woman serving as Army Chief may no longer remain a distant assumption. Remember, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, at a function in Bihar, expressed hope that one day a woman may be seen as the Chief of the Army, remarked a senior BJP leader. Although no official briefing has been made by the BJP regarding the selection of a candidate, sources have indicated that the Vice Presidential candidate will be chosen from within the party, with strong links to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Given recent experiences, the BJP is unlikely to take the risk of selecting a candidate who could prove unpredictable, once in office. The party leadership is expected to begin serious discussions with NDA allies to reach a consensus on a suitable candidate after 29 July, following the Prime Ministers speech in Parliament. One thing is clear, no candidate who has defected to the BJP from other parties, especially Congress, would be considered for this post. The possibility is that our alliance may finally agree on any one of four serving governors who have been associated with the Sangh and are deeply attached with the partys ideology of keeping the Nation and its Constitution above everything, remarked a very senior BJP leader on July 25 to TNIE. Among the prominent names currently being considered are Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot, Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur, Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Bihar Governor Md Arif Khan, and Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel. Election Commission appoints Returning Officer, Assistant ROs to elect Vice-President All are known to have longstanding associations with both the BJP and the Sangh, making them strong contenders. UP Governor Anandiben Patel, the first woman Chief Minister of Gujarat, served in the Rajya Sabha from 1994 to 1998 and has also held the position of the partys national vice president. A gold medallist in education, she was honoured with the Best Teacher award. Karnataka Governor Gehlot holds a D.Litt degree and has been associated with the BJP since its days as the Jan Sangh. A former two-term member of the Rajya Sabha and an RSS swayamsevak since 1960, he has travelled widely abroad for academic and constitutional exchanges and is considered to have a solid grasp of parliamentary processes. Om Prakash Mathur, currently the Governor of Sikkim, has served on the BJPs Central Election Committee and as the partys vice president. He has visited many countries to study democratic governance and was a Rajya Sabha MP from 2008 to 2014. He also worked with the RSS as a pracharak. There is a growing speculation that, taking into account the future political dynamics and learning from Jagdeep Dhankhars tenure, the BJP may opt for a senior party member for the Vice Presidential post, ex officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. With state assembly elections due in Bihar in OctoberNovember, and in key states such as West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam next year, electoral considerations are also expected to influence the final decision. Meanwhile, the Election Commission (EC) announced on July 25 said that, in consultation with the Ministry of Law and Justice and with the consent of the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, it has appointed the Secretary General, Rajya Sabha, PC Mody as the Returning Officer for the Vice Presidential election, 2025. Garima Jain, Joint Secretary in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat, and Vijay Kumar, Director in the same body, have been appointed as Assistant Returning Officers. CM Revanth Reddy urge Centre to appoint Dattatreya as next Vice-President of India
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Patel Engineering secures Rs 240-cr order from NHPC for Teesta-V project
NEW DELHI, July 21: Patel Engineering on Monday said it has bagged an order worth Rs 240 crore from state-owned NHPC for civil and hydro mechanical works at Teesta-V project in Sikkim. The order involves modification of diversion tunnel into a tunnel spillway arrangement civil and hydro mechanical works for package 6 Teesta-V power station, Patel Engineering said in a statement. The project is located in the South District of Sikkim and is scheduled to be completed within [] The post Patel Engineering secures Rs 240-cr order from NHPC for Teesta-V project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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SRINAGAR: Ongoing dialogue between the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ladakh leaders is set to reach a decisive stage, as key demands for statehood and 6th Schedule status take centre stage in the upcoming round of talks. Following the introduction of a domicile policy for the Union Territory (UT), stakeholders in Ladakh see this phase of negotiations as critical to securing greater autonomy and constitutional safeguards. The next round of talks with the HPC of MHA, chaired by the Union MoS Home, would mainly focus on our demand for statehood with legislature and 6th Schedule status for Ladakh, said Chering Dorje, executive member of the Leh Apex Body (LAB), to this newspaper. The last round of talks on 27 May was termed successful, as it led to the introduction of the domicile policy for the Ladakh UT, with a 15-year eligibility timeline starting from 2019. Following the 27 May discussions, the President also promulgated the Union Territory of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025, to reserve 85 per cent of jobs in the region. It will be for the first time that our demand for statehood and 6th Schedule status for Ladakh will be directly discussed with the Centre, Dorje added. These are our main demands and we wont budge from it. He, however, noted that unfortunately, they had not yet received an invitation for the next round of talks. We were hopeful of a meeting this month, but so far we have not received any invitation, Dorje said. After the 27 May meeting with the HPC, LAB chairman and former BJP MP Thupstan Chhewang resigned from the forum. Following his departure, LAB inducted climate activist Sonam Wangchuk into its subcommittee as its representative to the High-Powered Committee. The Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), an amalgamation of various political, social, trade and religious groups from the Leh and Kargil districts of Ladakh UT, are jointly spearheading the agitation for the grant of statehood, 6th Schedule inclusion, two Lok Sabha seats, and a separate Public Service Commission for Ladakh. Senior KDA leader Sajjad Kargili said the Centre had not invited them for a fresh round of talks, and no one had received any formal communication in this regard. He stated that whenever the talks are held, they will focus entirely on statehood and 6th Schedule status for Ladakh. Kargili added that after 20 July, the KDA and LAB would hold a joint meeting to chalk out a future strategy on how to continue their agitation. We will evolve a consensus on the roadmap. If we dont receive any invitation for talks, then we dont have any option but to continue our agitation to press for fulfilment of our demands. Protests can also be part of our programme, he said. In the past, both KDA and LAB have organised a series of protests and sit-ins across Ladakh, Jammu, and Delhi to urge the Centre to fulfil their demands. To further strengthen their case for statehood, Ladakh leaders pointed out that if Sikkim and Mizoram could be granted statehood, the same should apply to Ladakh. When Sikkim was granted statehood in 1975, its population comprised about 2 lakh with an area of 7,000 sq km. Ladakh has over 3 lakh population and spans over 60,000 sq km. Strategically, Ladakh holds more importance than Sikkim, they said. Ahead of the crucial round of talks, the Centre appointed J&K BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh UT. He is the first political figure to be appointed as LG of Ladakh UT. Gupta has said that he would initiate wide-ranging consultations with all stakeholders in Ladakh regarding their demands for statehood and inclusion under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution for the cold desert region.
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A school teacher and two others were arrested by police for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor student in Sikkim's Gyalshing district, an officer said on Wednesday.
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New Delhi, Jul 11: The Centre on Friday extended the tenure of Home Secretary Govind Mohan till August 22 next year, according to an official order. Mohan, a 1989 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Sikkim cadre, was named as the Home Secretary in August 2024. He took over the charge from Ajay Kumar Bhalla on completion of his tenure on August 22 last year. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved Mohans extension in services [] The post Centre Extends Home Secretary Govind Mohans Tenure Till Aug 22 Next Year appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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The Sikkim cadre officer was appointed as the Home Secretary last year, and he assumed office on August 23, 2024. A Home Secretarys tenure is typically for two years.
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CBSE students outperform rest of India in academic assessment, NCERT survey finds
NEW DELHI: Students in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) schools across India outperform their peers from other school systems in academic skills, according to a nationwide survey. The survey, which assessed students in grades 3, 6 and 9, found that while CBSE students perform on par with others at the primary level, they begin to outperform their counterparts as they move to higher classes, documents shared by officials show. The ' Paraksh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024' , conducted by NCERT on behalf of the Ministry of Education across 36 states and union territories last year, was made public recently. A total of 3,97,719 students and 14,144 teachers from 47,390 CBSE-affiliated schools participated in the survey. They were part of a broader sample that included 21,15,022 students and 2,70,424 teachers from 74,229 schools nationwide. Within the CBSE system, schools in Kerala and Goa performed significantly better than their counterparts in other states, while those in Puducherry and Sikkim were among the lowest performers, the data shows. At the Grade 3 level, which covered 89,905 students, the proficiency level of CBSE students was identical to the national average64% in language and 60% in mathematics. However, the performance gap widens noticeably in the higher classes. At the Grade 6 level, based on data from 1,34,594 students, CBSE students outperformed their peers by significant margins. In mathematics, the gap stood at 13 percentage points59% proficiency compared to a 46% national average. In language, it was 68% versus 57%, and in the category The World Around Us (which includes geography, history, and science and technology), 58% versus 49%. The gap continues to grow at the Grade 9 level, which saw the largest group surveyed1,73,220 students. Here, 69% of CBSE students were proficient in language, compared to 54% nationally. In mathematics, 47% were proficient, against a national average of 37%. In both science and social science, CBSE students scored nine percentage points higher than the national average. Grade 3 Coverage: 89,905 students Subject CBSE National Language 64% 64% Maths 60% 60% Grade 6 Coverage: 1,34,594 students Subject CBSE National Language 68% 57% Maths 59% 46% The World Around Us 58% 49% Grade 9 Coverage: 1,73,220 students Subject CBSE National Language 69% 54% Mathematics 47% 37% Science 51% 40% Social Science 49% 40% The report notes that the findings could have significant policy implications. The better outcomes of CBSE in Grade 6 and 9 underscores the need for targeted pedagogical interventions across other types of school management. There is a need for continued support and augmentation of school-led initiatives for improving the performance of state government schools, it points out. Another major implication from the report is the need to create 'Safe and Friendly School Environment' for students, the study said. A total of 19% of the nearly 4 lakh CBSE students interacted with had reported incidents of being teased, 22% of them reported being excluded, 19% faced threats while 21% said they faced physical bullying. The report also pointed out that despite 41% of CBSE schools offering skill courses for Grade 9 and above, only 65% of students are opting for them. Partnerships with industries and sector skill councils to make skill courses more aspirational and relevant to economies, was necessary, it said. On inclusiveness at the school level, it said that just 32% of schools offer assistive devices. Peer support and sensitisation programmes should be promoted to foster inclusive classroom environments, it added.
Heavy Rain Triggers Landslides, Destroys Bridges in Sikkim
Key wooden bridges swept away in Gyalshing district, cutting off vital patrol and village routes amid relentless rains
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Breastfeeding Pods: Symbol Of Changing Times For Nursing Mothers In Sikkim
A large number of women of Sikkim are heaving a sigh of relief as they are now able to breastfeed their babies in the comfort of a clean, secure private space in crowded public places, thanks to an effort of the state government.
China protests PM Modis greetings to Dalai Lama, warns India on Tibet sensitivities
China on Monday lodged a protest with India over Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday greetings to the Dalai Lama and the participation of Indian ministers at his 90th birthday celebrations, asking New Delhi to respect Beijings sensitivities on Tibet-related matters, reported PTI . The position of the Chinese government on Tibet-related issues is consistent and clear, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a media briefing in Beijing. Responding to questions about Prime Minister Modis greetings and the presence of Indian officials, including Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, at the birthday event, Mao said, As is widely known, the 14th Dalai Lama is a political exile who has long engaged in anti-China separatist activities and seeks to separate Xizang from China under the cloak of religion. Beijing refers to Tibet as Xizang. India needs to be fully cognizant of the sensitivity of issues related to Xizang, see clearly the anti-China and separatist nature of the 14th Dalai Lama, honour the commitments India has made to China on issues related to Xizang, act prudently, and stop using those issues to interfere in Chinas internal affairs. China has protested to India regarding its actions, she added. On Sunday, Prime Minister Modi had extended warm wishes to the Dalai Lama on his birthday. His message has inspired respect and admiration across all faiths. We pray for his continued good health and long life, Modi posted on X. Several Indian leaders, including Union ministers Kiren Rijiju and Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, and Sikkim minister Sonam Lama, also attended the celebrations in Dharamshala. China had earlier raised objections to Rijijus statement last week that the process of the Dalai Lamas reincarnation should be guided by the Tibetan spiritual leaders own wishes. Beijing urged India to act cautiously on Tibet-related issues to prevent potential setbacks in bilateral relations. Mao reiterated that India should clearly recognise what China views as the separatist character of the Dalai Lama and respect the understandings between the two countries regarding Tibet. Last week, the Dalai Lama reaffirmed that the institution of the Dalai Lama would continue and asserted that only the Gaden Phodrang Trust holds the authority to recognise his reincarnation. China maintains that the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama must strictly follow religious rituals, historical conventions, and Chinese regulations, including the use of the centuries-old practice of drawing lots from a 'golden urn' and approval by the central government. Mao said the current 14th Dalai Lama was recognised through this procedure. Beijing insists that future reincarnations must comply with these protocols, which it considers essential to safeguarding its sovereignty. (With inputs from PTI)
I Hope To Live For 30-40 Years More, Says Dalai Lama
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, and Hollywood actor Richard Gere are slated to attend the ceremony.
India's Only Tax-Free State: Why Residents Get Income Tax Exemption?
All residents of Sikkim are exempt from income tax payment on their annual earnings.
First batch of Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims return to India, feted by Sikkim
Aged between 19 and 69 years, the pilgrims recount their once-in-a-lifetime experience
GST revenue up 6.2% to 1.85 lakh crore in June 2025, slowest growth in 4 years
It is a positive sign that the data shows strong pockets of growth in GST collections in regions such as Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, Lakshadweep, and Ladakh, Saurabh Agarwal, Tax Partner EY said
IMD issues 'very heavy rainfall' alert across India for coming 6-7 days
NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said very heavy rainfall is expected in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan over some of the next six to seven days. It said the monsoon will remain active in many parts of northwest, central and east India during this period. Heavy rain is also likely in Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim and Jharkhand. Some days may see heavy showers in Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and Odisha. The IMD said heavy to very heavy rain may occur at some places in Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra and Gujarat. Saurashtra and Kutch may also receive heavy rain in the next seven days. Northeast India is likely to get heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places during this period. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala and Karnataka may receive heavy rain on some days of the week, it said. The weather department on Monday predicted above-normal rainfall in the country in July and asked authorities and people in central India, Uttarakhand and Haryana to stay alert due to the risk of flooding. It said rainfall is likely to be below normal in large parts of the northeast, many areas of eastern India and extreme southern peninsular India. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said during an online press briefing that there is a high chance of heavy rainfall in central India and the adjoining southern peninsula. This includes east Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, adjoining areas of Vidarbha and Telangana and parts of Gujarat and Maharashtra. We should monitor the catchment areas of rivers such as the Godavari, Mahanadi and Krishna. Our models show a high probability of above-normal rainfall in the upper Mahanadi catchment, which includes Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. There are several other rivers in the region. We must closely watch rainfall activity and the water levels in reservoirs, he said. He added that good rainfall is also expected in Uttarakhand and Haryana. This region includes several cities and towns, including Delhi. Many south-flowing rivers originate in Uttarakhand. We must take precautions for all these river catchments, cities and towns, Mohapatra said.
A statement from the MP's office said Indra Hang Subba briefed about the ongoing crisis faced by the people and tourism stakeholders in North Sikkim following repeated natural disasters
Sikkim Assembly Passes Lokayukta (Amendment) Bill
The Scholars University of Skills and Innovation, Sikkim Bill, 2025 was also introduced in the House during a day-long session.
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Over the past week, 36 Indian pilgrims have crossed over into China via the Nathu La Pass from Sikkim.
Multiple heritage sites in Bengal, Sikkim starved of funds for two-years
RTI findings reveal a disconnect between rising tourist interest and plummeting conservation funding at key heritage sites in West Bengal and Sikkim
DPIIT secy reviews infra projects of five states
The government is actively addressing hurdles in major infrastructure projects across Jharkhand, Sikkim, Nagaland, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh. A recent review, led by DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia, tackled 18 issues in Jharkhand projects worth 34,213 crores and other projects in northeastern states.
Army deployed BonV Aeros GPR drone for rescue operations in Sikkim
MUMBAI, Jun 25: Deep tech startup BonV Aero on Wednesday said the Indian Army deployed its Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) drone to support rescue operations following the landslide in Lachen, Sikkim, early this month. The deployment followed the Armys immediate need for a reliable solution to scan debris in an inaccessible, high-altitude region, it added. The Bhubaneswar-based BonV Aero had developed its UAV platform specifically for sub-surface scanning in complex environments. Within 24 hours of the incident, the Army mobilised [] The post Army deployed BonV Aeros GPR drone for rescue operations in Sikkim appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
827 Indians evacuated from Israel; caregivers and students among returnees
NEW DELHI: After six-and-a-half years of working in Israel, Reetaraj Gurung had planned to return home to Siliguri, West Bengal, on 15 June to reunite with her husband and daughter. However, her journey was disrupted when Israel launched air strikes on Iran just two days earlier, leading to the closure of airspace over Israel, Jordan, Iran, and Iraq. Reetaraj finally made it home on Tuesday (24 June) on an evacuation flight from Jordan, facilitated by the Indian government. She had been employed as a caregiver for a 104-year-old woman in Jerusalem. Describing the situation in Israel over the past fortnight, she said: The past 12 days have been extremely tough. Whenever sirens blared in the streets, we were instructed to immediately hide in bunkers. These alarms would go off multiple times a day. If it happened during the day, I would rush with my patient in a wheelchair. But at night, I was told to just save myself. Expressing relief, she added, I feel so much at peace now. Im grateful to see my family again and thank the Indian government for bearing all expenses. They arranged buses to Jordan and a flight to Delhi. Pashi Sherpa, another caregiver from Sikkim who looks after a 32-year-old disabled man in Haifa, is still awaiting evacuation. Ive worked in Israel since 2012. I lost my husband and am supporting my two daughters alone. The last week has been terrifying. At all hours, we hear alarms and rush for shelter. My mother-in-law has passed away in Gangtok, and I hope I can return home soon, she said. According to a source at the Indian Embassy in Israel, nearly 40,000 Indians are currently residing in the country. Of these, around 20,000 work as caregivers or domestic workers, while 13,000 are employed in the construction sector. The remaining include students pursuing PhD and post-doctoral studies. The official confirmed that 827 Indians have returned to India between 2224 June via four evacuation flights under Operation Sindhu Israel, coordinated by the Ministry of External Affairs. Evacuees were transported by road to Jordan or Egypt, from where special flights were arranged. No flights were operated on Wednesday due to a ceasefire declared the previous night. This conflict is different, the source said. Unlike previous wars that affected the northern (Lebanon border) or southern (Gaza border) regions, this time even Tel Aviv has been targeted. Theres widespread panic among both Indians and Israelis. Naren Thapa, founder of the IGCI Care Foundationan NGO that supports Indian workers in Israelhighlighted the growing presence of Indians in the country. Following the Hamas attack on October 7 2023, demand for Indian workers surged. Around 10,000 construction workers and caregivers have arrived in the past two years. The Indian government is highly supportive and offers prompt assistance to anyone seeking to leave. However, not all have welcomed the deployment of Indian workers to conflict zones. Rajiv Dimri, General Secretary of the All India Central Council of Trade Unions, criticised the move: We oppose sending 12,000 Indian workers to a war-torn country like Israel to replace Palestinian labourers. The government must prioritise their safe repatriation with the same urgency shown in evacuating Indian students from Iran.
KHNAM tells govt to adopt Sikkims tourism model
SHILLONG, June 24: The Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement (KHNAM) on Tuesday urged the Meghalaya government to adopt the Sikkim model to boost economic activity through tourism. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, KHNAM working president Thomas Passah recalled that in 2017, the party had submitted a representation proposing that vehicles [] The post KHNAM tells govt to adopt Sikkims tourism model appeared first on The Shillong Times .
