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Press Release from the office of MLA Gnathang-Machong cum Advisor to the Women, Child, Senior Citizen, and Divyangjan Welfare Department. First National Conference of Parliamentary and Legislative Committees on Empowerment of Women Inaugurated at Tirupati Tirupati, September 16: MLA of Gnathang-Machong and Advisor to the Women, Child, Senior Citizen, and Divyangjan Welfare Department, Ms Pamin Lepcha, attended the first National Conference of Parliamentary and Legislative Committees on Empowerment of Women held at the Rahul Convention Centre, Tirupati. The two-day conference began on 14th September 2025 and was inaugurated by Shri Om Birla, Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The conference was…

Press Release from 72nd Battalion SSB Yuksam 72nd Battalion, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Yuksam sets an exemplary humanitarian service – Asthma patient safely transported to a remote area Gyalshing,September 16:Today under the able guidance of Commandant, 72nd Battalion, Sashastra Seema Bal (Yuksam) Mr Jai Prakash, an exceptional act of humanitarian service was demonstrated. At the request of GPU-President Mr RB Limboo from Samvay Nambu, assistance was urgently provided to Ms Aita Maya Limboo, wife of Mr Sembir Limboo, who was suffering from asthma and required immediate medical aid to be transported to her remote village,Tasenthang. The personnel of the battalion,…

Bishal Rai Crowned Iron Man, Gau Maya Pradhan Named Iron Woman at State Powerlifting Championship Gangtok, Sept 15: The 5th State and 2nd Open Powerlifting SBD Championship 2025, organised by the Sikkim State Powerlifting Association (SSPA), concluded on September 14 at Nar Bahadur Bhandari Government College Auditorium, Tadong. Bishal Rai emerged as the 5th Iron Man of Sikkim, while Gau Maya Pradhan claimed the title of 5th Iron Woman. Iron Paradise Gym, Jorethang lifted the Team Champion trophy, and Bikash Tamang was adjudged Best Lifter of the Tournament. The championship saw participation from over 150 lifters representing Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kurseong,…

Nepali Citizen Arrested in Sikkim for Illegal Entry and Possession of Forged Indian IDs Rajesh Biswakarma, a Nepali national from Mechinagar, Jhapa, was apprehended in Rumtek, East Sikkim, on Saturday for illegally entering a restricted area without a valid Inner Line Permit (ILP) and carrying multiple forged Indian identity documents under the alias "Sanu Pradhan." His real identity was verified using his Nepal National ID. The arrest comes amid heightened security measures following recent unrest and jailbreaks in Nepal. Since Rumtek falls under a Protected Area, entry is permitted only with a valid ILP issued by the authorities. A criminal…

Tragic Landslide Claims Life of Panchayat President in West Sikkim Gyalzing, West Sikkim 14- sept 2025 – A devastating landslide struck Sardung Lama Gaon in Gyalzing district, West Sikkim, yesterday, claiming the life of Panchayat President Rajen Gurung. According to local authorities, heavy rainfall triggered the landslide, which caused severe damage in the area. Despite rescue efforts, Mr. Gurung could not be saved. His untimely demise has left the local community in shock and mourning, as he was widely respected for his leadership and dedication to public service. Officials have urged residents in vulnerable zones to remain cautious as the…

Dussehra Cup 2025 Kicks Off with Thrilling Football Action in Bengthang Bengthang, September 13, 2025 – The much-anticipated Dussehra Cup 2025 Open Football Tournament, organized by the Bengthang Youths, officially kicked off today with an exciting opening ceremony. The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Smt. Anita Chettri, Panchayat member of Bengthang–Pacheykhani Ward, who addressed the media and extended her best wishes to the participating teams. Football fans were treated to two electrifying opening matches. In the first encounter, The Limited FC secured a hard-fought victory against Padamchey Night Striker with a 4–2 scoreline. The second match proved to be…

सिलगढ़ीमा पुजाको नाममा चन्दा उठाएर दग्दी बिजनबारीका चालकलाई कुटपिटसिलिगुढी: पुजाको चन्दाको निहुमा विगत केहि दिन अधि बिजनबारी क्षेत्रबाट सब्जी बोकेको सिलिगुडी पुगेको वाहनको चालकलाई मध्यरातमा कुटपिट गरि घाइते बनाएको घटना प्रकाशमा आएपछि यस घटनाको चौतर्फी बिरोध भईरहेको थियो। यसैबीच उक्त घटनालाई लिएर दार्जिलिङ ट्रक ड्राइभर एसोसिएसनले यसबारेमा प्रशासनसमक्ष जानकारी गराएको थियो भने संबंधित पुजा कमिटी तथा ड्राइभर एसोसिएसनबीचमा घटनालाई लिएर एक सभापछि घाइते बनेका ट्रकचालकको सम्पुर्ण अस्पतालमा लागेको खर्च पुजा आयोजक समितिले बिहोर्ने सहमती भएको छ। यसको साथमा समितिले भावी दिनहरूमा यस्तो अमानवीय कार्य नदोहोर्‍याउने बताउदै पटकपटक बाटोमा चंदा सग्रह गर्नुको साटो कुनैपनि सहयोग चाहिएमा सोझै युनियनसग सम्पर्क गर्ने पुजा…

Press Release from the Office of the Commandant 1st IRBn, Wazirabad A special programme on Mental Health, Wellness Drive, and Drug Abuse Awareness was organised today at the 1st IRBn, Wazirabad. The event was graced by the presence of Commandant, 1st IRBn, Wazirabad, Mr. Palden Bhutia, along with officers and jawans of the battalion. The resource person, Mr K C Nima from Freedom Facility Rehab, Gangtok, delivered an insightful and pragmatic lecture, focusing on the importance of mental well-being, preventive measures against substance abuse, and ways to build resilience in challenging circumstances. The programme also served as an interactive platform,…

Labour Registration Camps Begin in Pakyong District under ‘Aanganma Prashasan’ Pakyong, Sept 12: The Labour Department, in coordination with the Pakyong District Administration, ADC (Dev), and Panchayats, has initiated labour registration camps under the “Aanganma Prashasan” programme from September 12, 2025. The initiative is being carried out under the guidance of Secretary, Labour Department, Mr Bhim Thatal. The camps aim to facilitate on-the-spot registration of unorganised sector workers for labour welfare schemes and to issue labour registration cards after necessary verification. Workers are also being informed about labour laws, Sikkim BOCW Welfare Schemes, PMSYM benefits, e-shram registration, and skill development…

Press Release from the Office of ADC (Development), Pakyong District. Friday Field Day Mission Marks 50th Episode in Pakyong Pakyong, September 14: The Friday Field Day Mission under the Connect Earth Programme completed its 50th episode in Pakyong District. Initiated by the Rural Development Department, the programme has converted more than 300 acres of barren and fallow land into cultivable fields within one year, in coordination with Panchayats and line departments. The Connect Earth Programme aims to create balance among the five natural elements—Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space—linking environmental sustainability with human welfare. The Friday Field Day is one…