Sikkim

12 Sep

Dr. Tshering Pincho Bhutia from East Sikkim Successfully Defends PhD on (The Impact of Fintech and Digital Financial services on Financial Inclusion In Sikkim).

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Dr. Tshering Pincho Bhutia from East Sikkim Successfully Defends PhD on (The Impact of Fintech and Digital Financial services on Financial Inclusion In Sikkim). Dr. Tshering Pincho Bhutia, son of Mr. Rinchen Tshering Bhutia from Aritar, Rhenock, has successfully completed his PhD viva voce defense at Sikkim Professional University. His doctoral research, titled “The Impact of Fintech and Digital Financial Services on Financial Inclusion in Sikkim,” explores how digital technologies are transforming access to financial services in the state. Dr. Bhutia pursued his PhD under the Department of Management at Sikkim Professional University, with the guidance of Dr. Nasiruddin Molla…

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12 Sep

DLMC of Pakyong District Reviews Operations at MBPCL, at Rangpo

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DLMC of Pakyong District Reviews Operations at MBPCL, at Rangpo Pakyong, September 12 : The District Level Monitoring Committee of Pakyong District, headed by ADC Pakyong, Mr Sangay Gyatso Bhutia, conducted its bimonthly inspection at Madhya Bharat Power Corporation Limited (MBPCL), Rangpo today. This meeting aimed to assess the ongoing operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations in the area, and promote a safe working environment. The inspection team comprised of SDM Rangpo, Mrs Sujata Subba; Joint Director, Mines & Geology Department, Ms Prakriti Pradhan; DFO (T), Mr Sonam Pintso Bhutia; DPO Pakyong, Mr Tikaram Chettri; AE Water Resources…

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12 Sep

State-Level DRR Quiz 2025 Held Successfully at Rhenock Government College

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State-Level DRR Quiz 2025 Held Successfully at Rhenock Government College Rhenock 11 September 2025 — The Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Quiz 2025, a state-level inter-college competition, was successfully organized to commemorate State DRR Day under the theme “Empowering Communities, Safeguarding Sikkim.” The event was hosted by the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA), Land Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Government of Sikkim. The programme was graced by the Chief Guest, Smt. Prabha Pradhan Chettri, Zilla Upadhakshya of Pakyong District, along with Guest of Honour Shri G.L. Meena, ADC Headquarters. Special guests included Shri D.B. Chettri, OSD to Hon’ble MLA Rhenock…

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12 Sep

Four Dead, One Critically Injured in Upper Rimbi LandslideWest Sikkim.

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September 12, 2025 : A massive landslide struck Upper Rimbi in Yangthang Constituency, West Sikkim, around midnight, leaving four people dead and one critically injured. Superintendent of Police Geyzing, Tshering Sherpa, informed that three victims died instantly when the landslide hit the settlement. In a challenging rescue operation, police personnel, assisted by local villagers and SSB forces, evacuated two injured women by building a makeshift log bridge over the swollen Hume river. Both survivors were rushed to the District Hospital; however, one of them succumbed to her injuries during treatment. The other remains in critical condition. “The rugged terrain and…

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11 Sep

Awareness and Sensitisation Session Held at PM Shri Tikalal Niraola Senior Secondary SchoolPakyong,

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Press Release from Women, Child, Senior Citizen, and Divyangjan Welfare Department. Awareness and Sensitisation Session Held at PM Shri Tikalal Niraola Senior Secondary SchoolPakyong, September 11: As part of the ongoing 10-day Special District Awareness Campaign under SANKALP: Hub for Empowerment of Women (HEW), an awareness program was organized by the District Hub for Empowerment of Women (DHEW), Pakyong District, at PM Shri Tikalal Niraola Senior Secondary School, today. The program focused on Mission Shakti Schemes and the POCSO Act.Miss Sanjita Sharma, Accountant of DHEW Pakyong, hosted the event and delivered the welcome address.Miss Kusum Sharma, Gender Specialist of DHEW,…

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11 Sep

Case Registered Against Doctor in Singtam Over Alleged Misconduct

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Case Registered Against Doctor in Singtam Over Alleged Misconduct Singtam, Sept 11 – A case has been registered against a doctor in Singtam following a complaint lodged by a woman patient who alleged inappropriate conduct during a medical check-up on September 9. According to police, the First Information Report (FIR) was filed at Singtam Police Station under relevant sections of law. The accused doctor has been taken into custody and further investigation is underway. Authorities have assured that the matter will be probed thoroughly and necessary legal action will be taken based on the findings.

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11 Sep

Kanooni Sahayog Abhiyan Held at Pakyong

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Pakyong, September 11 : The Kanooni Sahayog Abhiyan, conceptualised under the guidance of the Chief Minister of Sikkim, Mr Prem Singh Tamang, was organised today at the Community Hall, Pakyong. The programme was conducted by the Office of the Legal Consultant, Chief Minister’s Office, in collaboration with the Legal Cell. Launched in line with the Government’s vision of a Sunaulo, Samriddha, Samarth Sikkim, the campaign aims to ensure justice at the grassroots level and encourage community participation in building a Nasha-Mukt Sikkim. By making legal support simple, accessible, and free, the initiative seeks to move beyond awareness to empowerment and…

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11 Sep

District Level Kala Utsav 2025 held in Pakyong under the theme ‘Viksit Bharat- A Vision for Bharat in the Year 2047.’

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Pakyong, September 11 : The District Level Kala Utsav 2025 under the theme 'Viksit Bharat-A Vision for Bharat in the Year 2047' was organised by the District Project Office, Samagra Siksha, Pakyong District, at the RDD Community Complex, Rurban Pakyong, today. Kala Utsav, a flagship programme of the Department of School Education and Literacy (DSE&L), Ministry of Education (MoE), was launched in 2015. It aims to foster and showcase the artistic talent of the student of the secondary stage. This annual event provides a platform for students to explore and celebrate arts and cultural diversity at various levels-school, district, state…

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11 Sep

Rangpo Nagar Panchayat Hosts Awareness Programme on PM’s Free Electricity Initiative.

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Pakyong, September 11 : An interactive and awareness-building session on the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana was conducted at the premises of Rangpo Nagar Panchayat today. The programme was organised with the objective of informing local citizens about the benefits, procedures, and long-term impact of the government’s flagship solar energy scheme, which aims to provide free electricity to households through rooftop solar installations. The session witnessed the participation of several key dignitaries and officials wherein Mrs Radha Pradhan, Vice President of the Municipal Council, graced the occasion as the chief guest, while Mr Suren Tamang, Municipal Executive Officer…

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11 Sep

CM PS Golay Meets GOC 17th Mountain Division

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CM PS Golay Meets GOC 17th Mountain Division Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay met Major General M.S. Rathore, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 17th Mountain Division, at his official residence on Wednesday morning. During the meeting, Major General Rathore briefed the Chief Minister on the recent achievements and operational preparedness of the Indian Armed Forces in the region. Discussions were also held on national security, infrastructure development, civil-military cooperation, and the coordination between the Army and the state government. The Chief Minister acknowledged the strong bond between the armed forces and the people of Sikkim and highlighted the significance…

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