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Nitesh R Pradhan

Nitesh R Pradhan


    Sikkim: Landslide in Majua, Yangang claims 3 lives; destroys seven houses
    North East

    Sikkim: Landslide in Majua, Yangang claims 3 lives; destroys seven houses

    Sikkim, June 10: A landslide triggered by heavy rainfall struck Majua Village in Yangang, South Sikkim, around 6:30 am on Monday, claiming the lives of three individuals and leaving one critically injured.The disaster also resulted in the destruction of seven houses and caused damage to more than...
    Sikkim girl gang raped in Bihar, accused arrested
    North East

    Sikkim girl gang raped in Bihar, accused arrested

    Gangtok, Jun 8: A girl from Sikkim was brutally gang-raped at a guest house in Kishanganj, Bihar, by two individuals after she missed her train to Sikkim on Wednesday night.The victim and her friend, who had planned to return to Sikkim, missed their train and sought help from a local friend who...
    SKM’s Indra Hang Subba emerges victorious in Lok Sabha election 2024
    North East

    SKM’s Indra Hang Subba emerges victorious in Lok Sabha election 2024

    Gangtok, Jun 4: The counting of votes for Sikkim’s lone parliamentary constituency (Lok Sabha) was completed today.Indra Hang Subba of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party received a grand total of 1,64,396 votes from 31 constituencies in the state. Out of the total, 1,56,836 votes were recorded...
    Sikkim Krantikari Morcha achieves historic victory in assembly elections
    North East

    Sikkim Krantikari Morcha achieves historic victory in assembly elections

    Gangtok, Jun 2: In a decisive and historic win, the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) party has secured a landslide victory in the Sikkim Legislative Assembly elections, winning 31 out of 32 seats. This overwhelming mandate marks a significant moment in Sikkim's political history, highlighting...
    China deploys stealth fighter jets near Sikkim Border: Report
    North East

    China deploys stealth fighter jets near Sikkim Border: Report

    Sikkim , May 31: A national media reported on Thursday that China has positioned its highly advanced J-20 stealth fighter jets at a location less than 150 kilometres from the Indian border in Sikkim. This military movement was identified through satellite images captured on May 27, which revealed...
    Sikkim: Two bodies found in Singalila National Park; lightning strike suspected
    North East

    Sikkim: Two bodies found in Singalila National Park; lightning strike suspected

    Sikkim, May 28: Two lifeless bodies of a male and a female were found at the Singalila National Park on Tuesday, which straddles the Darjeeling district of West Bengal and the western region of Sikkim, India.Located near the Sandakphu peak, the bodies were discovered at the Singalila top, close to...
    Sikkim govt implements new vehicle permit restrictions for Nathula visit
    North East

    Sikkim govt implements new vehicle permit restrictions for Nathula visit

    Sikkim, May 25: In a high-level meeting held on Friday, chaired by the Chief Secretary at Teesta Lounge, the Secretariat, the Government of Sikkim has decided to rationalise vehicle permits for tourists visiting Nathula. This move aims to manage the peak tourist season effectively and minimise...
    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...
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