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Nitesh R Pradhan

Nitesh R Pradhan


    Sikkim govt forms committee to probe high taxi and permit rates
    North East

    Sikkim govt forms committee to probe high taxi and permit rates

    Sikkim, May 21: The Sikkim government has constituted a committee to investigate complaints regarding excessive rates charged for taxis and travel permits by tour operators, according to officials. This decision comes in response to concerns raised through the Centralised Public Grievance Redress...
    Union Ministry flags high cab and permit fees in Sikkim amid tourist complaints
    North East

    Union Ministry flags high cab and permit fees in Sikkim amid tourist complaints

    Sikkim, May 20: The Union Ministry of Tourism has formally raised concerns with Sikkim's Tourism Department over escalating complaints regarding high cab and permit fees.On May 13, the Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) of the Union Ministry sent a detailed letter...
    State Bank of Sikkim files legal charges against three suspects in Rs 69 crore scam
    North East

    State Bank of Sikkim files legal charges against three suspects in Rs 69 crore...

    Sikkim, May 16: In a recent development, the State Bank of Sikkim (SBS) has initiated legal proceedings against three of its employees accused of embezzling over Rs 69 crore from the institution. The accused, identified as Dorjee Tshering Lepcha, serving as General Manager (Operations); Tsewang...
    Sikkim to make Cannes International Film Festival debut with Tara: The Lost Star’
    North East

    Sikkim to make Cannes International Film Festival debut with 'Tara: The Lost...

    Gangtok, May 11: In a first-of-its kind moment for Sikkim's film industry, "Tara: The Lost Star" is set to premiere at the prestigious Cannes International Film Festival 2024, marking the region's first-ever appearance at the esteemed event. Directed by Samten Bhutia and produced by Sabitri Chettri...
    Sikkim’s Jorden Lepcha conferred with Padma Shri for artistic excellence
    North East

    Sikkim’s Jorden Lepcha conferred with Padma Shri for artistic excellence

    Gangtok, May 10: Renowned bamboo craftsman hailing from Sikkim, Jorden Lepcha, was bestowed with the prestigious Padma Shri award by the President of India at the Civil Investiture Ceremony held in New Delhi on Thursday.Born on July 28, 1971, in the picturesque village of Rubeyam Ram in the Mangan...
    Historic Tripartite Agreement of Sikkim 1973 completes 51 years: A Landmark in South Asian Diplomacy
    North East

    Historic Tripartite Agreement of Sikkim 1973 completes 51 years: A Landmark in...

    Sikkim, May 8: In the annals of South Asian history, the Tripartite Agreement of Sikkim in 1973 stands as a significant milestone, marking the culmination of a complex political journey and the dawn of a new era for the erstwhile tiny Himalayan kingdom. This historic agreement, signed between the...
    North Sikkims tourism hit hard by lingering road woes
    North East

    North Sikkim's tourism hit hard by lingering road woes

    Sikkim, May 3: Following last October's Glacier Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), North Sikkim continues to grapple with deplorable road conditions, significantly impacting the region's tourism industry. The recent collapse of Toong Bridge has worsened the situation, leading to traffic congestion along...
    Gangtok Municipal Corporation halts Star Mall construction over compliance concerns
    North East

    Gangtok Municipal Corporation halts Star Mall construction over compliance...

    Sikkim, April 30: Gangtok Municipal Corporation (GMC) has cracked down on the construction of Star Mall at New Market, serving a notice to halt all construction activities immediately. The notice, dated April 26, was directed to Rupesh Kumar, Director of Star Mall, highlighting various compliance...
    Political turmoil erupts as Pawan Chamling assaulted by SKM supporters in Namchi
    North East

    Political turmoil erupts as Pawan Chamling assaulted by SKM supporters in Namchi

    Sikkim, April 8: SDF party president and former CM Pawan Chamling was allegedly attacked on Monday by supporters of the ruling SKM candidate in Namchi. The incident unfolded as Chamling was en route to a scheduled meeting at Kishan Market following a religious ceremony at Namchi...
    SKM unveils candidates for State Assembly and Lok Sabha Elections
    North East

    SKM unveils candidates for State Assembly and Lok Sabha Elections

    Gangtok, Mar 25: In a move marked by internal conflicts and delays, the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party has announced its candidates for the forthcoming State Assembly and the lone Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency polls. Notable among the declared candidates is Krishna Kumari Rai, the...
    Sikkim Polls: SKM and BJP choose solo routes, alliance called-off
    North East

    Sikkim Polls: SKM and BJP choose solo routes, alliance called-off

    Gangtok, Mar 23: The expected alliance between Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming Sikkim Assembly Elections won't happen. This was confirmed by state BJP president D.R. Thapa after a meeting between state and central BJP leaders in New...
    SDF highlights flaws in Golay administrations employment promises
    North East

    SDF highlights flaws in Golay administration's employment promises

    Sikkim, March 16: In a recent development, the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has brought attention to significant discrepancies in the announcements made by Chief Minister Golay regarding government job allocations. On March 16th, representatives from the SDF visited the Tashiling Secretariat to...
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