Sikkim: News
Monsoon to cover more parts of North India by Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will reach several parts of North India, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir.
UP honeymoon couple missing after vehicle falls into Sikkim river
A newlywed couple from Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district has gone missing in Sikkim after their vehicle reportedly fell into the Teesta River on May 29.
36 killed in Northeast floods; PM speaks to region's CMs
The Northeast is reeling under severe floods and landslides due to heavy rainfall, with the death toll rising to 36.
34 dead, 19,000 displaced in Northeast after heavy rain
Torrential rains have wreaked havoc across the northeastern states of India, killing at least 34 people and displacing thousands.
Sikkim: 3 dead, 6 missing after landslide hits military camp
A landslide hit a military camp in Chhaten, Sikkim, on Sunday evening, killing three people and leaving six security personnel missing.
IMD issues red alert in Assam, Meghalaya amid heavy rains
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Assam and Meghalaya in the coming week as northeastern India continues to be battered by heavy rains, landslides, and flooding.
Silchar receives 415.8mm rainfall in 24 hours, breaks 132-year-old record
Silchar, Assam's second-largest city, has recorded 415.8mm of rain in 24 hours, breaking a 132-year-old record.
Sikkim: 1,500 tourists stranded amid heavy rain, landslides
Around 1,500 tourists are stranded in North Sikkim due to landslides caused by continuous rainfall.
Vehicle falls into Teesta River; 1 killed, BJP leader missing
A tragic accident occurred in Sikkim on Thursday night when a tourist vehicle veered off a sharp turn, plunging nearly 1,000 feet off a cliff into the swollen Teesta river.
PM to visit Sikkim, Bengal, Bihar, UP on May 29-30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a three-day tour of four states starting Thursday.
SC restores 3-year minimum practice requirement to enter judicial service
The Supreme Court has reinstated the three-year minimum practice requirement for advocates applying for entry-level judicial service positions.
Sikkim CM lauds Kartik Aaryan's upcoming film: Here's why
Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela, the lead faces of Anurag Basu's upcoming romantic drama, recently paused their shooting schedules in Sikkim to meet the state's Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang.
Sikkim to launch first bungee jumping at Singshore bridge soon
Sikkim is all set to boost its adventure tourism industry with bungee jumping from the Singshore Bridge, the state's highest suspension bridge.
How Danny Denzongpa built India's 3rd-largest beer brand
Bollywood actor Danny Denzongpa, who has starred in films like Love Story, Ghatak, Agneepath, and China Gate, has also made a name for himself in the business world.
Bhargav Saikia's 'Bokshi' to premiere at International Film Festival Rotterdam
Bhargav Saikia's debut feature film Bokshi will have its world premiere at the prestigious International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) 2025, reported PTI.
Sikkim adopts odd-even traffic rule, but not to fight pollution
The Sikkim government has announced the implementation of the odd-even traffic rule, a strategy that Delhi had used in the past to combat air pollution.
IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for these states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated regions across Himachal Pradesh, East Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
300 families evacuated in Sikkim as land sinks toward river
Nearly 300 families were forced to evacuate from the Mangan district in Sikkim after multiple buildings collapsed due to land subsidence toward the Teesta River, PTI reported on Friday.
Kerala landslide: A look at India's recent extreme weather events
India has been facing a series of severe weather conditions in recent years, including torrential rain, floods, droughts, and cyclones.
Former Sikkim minister's body found floating in West Bengal canal
The body of RC Poudyal, a former minister from Sikkim, was discovered in a canal near Siliguri, West Bengal, on Wednesday.
Sikkim landslides: Hundreds of stranded tourists to be evacuated today
The Sikkim administration on Tuesday evacuated 1,225 tourists from Lachung and surrounding areas in Mangan district, which were hit by landslides and rain last week, killing at least six people.
Over 1,200 tourists stranded in Sikkim due to landslides, rain
Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, are currently stranded in Sikkim due to heavy rains and landslides.
Sikkim: Heavy rain causes landslides; swollen Teesta leaves hundreds homeless
Heavy rainfall in North Sikkim has triggered multiple landslides, effectively isolating the region from the rest of the state.
Prem Singh Tamang takes oath as Sikkim CM
Prem Singh Tamang, the chairperson of Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM), took oath as the Chief Minsiter of Sikkim for the second consecutive term on Monday (June 10).
IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for NE states, others
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states over the next five days due to multiple cyclonic circulations and a Western Disturbance.
Assembly election results: SKM, BJP retain power in Sikkim, Arunachal
Both the ruling parties in Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), have won in their respective state assembly elections.
Sikkimese film 'Tara' to be showcased at Cannes Film Market
The Sikkimese feature film Tara: The Lost Star, directed by Samten Bhutia, has been chosen for market screening (Marché du Film) at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival.
Counting of votes for Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim assembly elections changed
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has changed the date of counting of votes for the Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim assembly polls.
Indian states with restricted travel for Indians
In India, each state operates independently with its language, culture, and governance. While citizens enjoy constitutional freedom of movement, some states impose travel restrictions.
Eastern elegance: Unveiling wedding wonders in India's east
Ever since the "Wed in India" message by our PM aired on 'Man Ki Bat', couples have been looking for great wedding spots in India to keep their cultural roots near them.
Less crowded vacation alternatives in India for your December holidays
Winter holidays often bring to mind images of crowded tourist hotspots. However, for those seeking a more peaceful and unique travel experience, there are lesser-known, yet enchanting destinations that offer tranquility, breathtaking landscapes, and a chance to immerse in local culture without the crowds.
CBI busts passport racket in Sikkim, Bengal; 50 locations raided
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has busted a major fake passport racket in Sikkim and West Bengal, the Hindustan Times reported.
Sikkim: Operation underway to rescue stranded tourists from Lachen, Lachung
Nearly a week after a cloudburst triggered devastating flash floods in Sikkim, the first batch of people stranded in the Lachen and Lachung towns were airlifted successfully by the Indian Army on Monday.
Sikkim flood: Death toll rises to 77, over 100 missing
The death toll in the Sikkim flash floods has climbed to 77, including nine Army personnel, AFP reported.
Sikkim flood: 27 dead, search continues for 143 missing persons
The death toll in the Sikkim flash floods, triggered by a cloudburst in the early hours of Wednesday, reportedly increased to 27, including seven army personnel.
Sikkim: 19 dead, 103 missing; another glacial lake burst threat
The death toll in the Sikkim flash floods rose to at least 19, including six Army personnel who went missing on Wednesday. As many as 103 people are still missing, including 16 soldiers.
What is the reason behind Sikkim floods
Flash floods have wreaked havoc on Sikkim, resulting in 14 deaths, 102 people missing, and the sweeping away of 14 bridges.
Sikkim flash floods: 14 dead, 22 armymen among 102 missing
Flash floods in Sikkim have claimed 14 civilian lives so far, while 102 people are missing, including 22 Army personnel.
Sikkim: 23 soldiers missing as cloudburst triggers flash flood
As many as 23 Indian Army personnel went missing in Sikkim on Wednesday after a cloudburst over Lhonak Lake triggered a flash flood in the Teesta River in Lachen Valley.
Sikkim announces 12-month maternity, 1-month paternity leaves for government employees
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang announced that his government will implement a 12-month maternity leave and a one-month paternity leave for its employees.
Drukpa Tsheshi: History, significance, and celebrations
Every year on July 21, Drukpa Tsheshi is celebrated to mark Lord Gautam Buddha's first preaching of the Four Noble Truths to his first five disciples.
Visit these lesser-known places on your next trip to Sikkim
Surrounded by lush green forests, snow-capped mountains, picture-perfect villages, gushing streams and waterfalls, and rich flora and fauna, Sikkim is a magical destination that never gets old no matter how many times you visit.
Sikkim: 7 dead in massive avalanche, several feared trapped
Seven people, including a child, are feared to have died, while several more are feared trapped after a massive avalanche struck Sikkim's Nathu La mountain pass on Tuesday, according to NDTV.
5 highest lakes in India that will 'heighten' your excitement
The Himalayas is home to many highest lakes in India that are waiting to be explored.
Three soldiers die after falling into gorge in J&K's Kupwara
Two personnel of the Indian Army's Chinar Corps and a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) died on Wednesday after they reportedly slipped into a deep gorge while they were patrolling in a forward zone near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir.
5 annual flower shows in India too gorgeous to miss
Make this new year beautiful for once and 'floral'.