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26 Jul

Man Along With His Daughter Jumps Into Rangit River

Purbalee DuttaNews, Sikkim

Tragically, on Friday night, a young guy and his seven-month-old daughter apparently leaped into the Rangit River from the Gamon Bridge near Legship Bazaar. The man is from Jaigaon, West Bengal, and was living with his wife at his in-laws' house in Legship, according to sources. Following the receipt of information, Geyzing police and Legship locals began a search that lasted into the evening. However, the flooded river and diminishing light made the task difficult. The search may be momentarily halted and recommenced on Saturday morning, according to authorities. Citing the river's powerful current and rising water levels as a…

25 Jul

Despite Centre’s 100% Network Connectivity Claim, Nathu La Border Faces Signal Drop

Purbalee DuttaNews, Sikkim

A day after the Central Government declared that Sikkim has achieved 100% mobile network coverage across its 68 border villages, tourists and local drivers have raised concerns about persistent network issues in high-altitude tourist spots such as Nathu La Pass, Tsomgo Lake, and Baba Mandir. In a written statement to Sikkim MP Indra Hang Subba on July 23, the Union Ministry of Communications announced that 11 mobile towers had been installed under the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) scheme, covering all border villages. Sikkim and Assam were noted as the only Northeastern states to reach this milestone. However, on-ground experiences tell…

23 Jul

Sikkim Athlete Bags Silver

Purbalee DuttaNational, News, Sikkim

Manoj Kami, a talented long-distance runner from Sikkim, secured a silver medal in the 1500-metre race at the Indian Open Athletics Meet 2025. The prestigious national athletics competition was hosted earlier this month in Patna by the Bihar State Sports Authority in collaboration with the Bihar Athletics Association. Manoj, 21, finished second in the 1500 m track event, earning the silver medal. He hails from Bongten, Dentam in West Sikkim and currently trains at the Bright Future Athletic Club located in Reshithang near Gangtok. The athletic club extended its heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Sikkim, the Sports Department, and…

22 Jul

Kiwi can aid with bodily relaxation for restful sleep

Purbalee DuttaHealth

Kiwis are a nutritious fruit that is high in vital nutrients like fiber, antioxidants, potassium, and vitamins. They contain the hormone serotonin, which controls sleep. Before going to bed, eating kiwis can help people fall asleep more quickly, stay asleep longer, and have higher-quality sleep. The body and mind are also calmed and relaxed by their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities. The brain chemical serotonin, which controls sleep-wake cycles, is abundant in kiwis. Eating kiwis before bed can help those with insomnia sleep for longer periods of time overall. Antioxidants including vitamins C and E, which fight inflammation and oxidative stress,…

22 Jul

Puja Held At New Shiva Mandir In Raj Bhavan

Purbalee DuttaSikkim

On the auspicious second Monday of the holy month of Sawan (Shravan), Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay performed the ‘Pran Pratishtha Puja’ at the newly built Shiva Temple within the Raj Bhavan premises. The month of Sawan holds deep spiritual importance in Hindu tradition, and it is widely believed that offering prayers to Lord Shiva on Sawan Mondays brings divine blessings. According to a Raj Bhavan press release, the Governor and Chief Minister prayed for the prosperity of the State's citizens and the well-being of society during a special puja ritual held in the temple…

03 Jul

University Offers Full Scholarship

Purbalee DuttaSikkim

The Hero Group's BML Munjal University has granted a full scholarship to Karma Kalzang T. Lepcha, of Singhik, North Sikkim. The scholarship, which is worth around Rs 22 lakh, would pay for his undergraduate tuition at the university for the full time. The Hero Group founded BML Munjal University, which is situated in Sidhrawali in the Gurgaon region of Haryana. Karma intends to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree. He is eligible for financial assistance for all costs, including tuition, housing, meals, and registration fees. Instead of money, the assistance is given in the form of fee exemptions. With…

01 Jul

Shoot Chaos: Tollywood Technicians Refuse Work With Anirban Bhattacharya

Purbalee DuttaEntertainment, Kolkata, West Bengal

Anirban Bhattacharya, is a very well-known actor-director, but unfortunately enough and currently is involved in a developing disagreement with film technicians in Tollywood, which has resulted in recurrent delays to the filming of his music videos. The Federation of Cine Technicians and Workers of Eastern India has allegedly threatened "lifelong non-cooperation" against people, including Bhattacharya, who have sued the Federation in the Calcutta High Court. The growing tensions reached a peak on Monday, when Bhattacharya convened a news conference at Yogesh Mime Academy at midday. He highlighted the fact that shooting for his music video did get halted since he…

30 Jun

Kolkata Metro Trains Delayed Due To Severe Waterlogging From Rain

Purbalee DuttaIndia, Kolkata, weather, West Bengal

Metro services in Kolkata were affected on Monday due to heavy rain and waterlogging, creating significant discomfort for passengers. Services between Mahatma Gandhi Road and Park Street were interrupted, leaving numerous trains stranded and forcing passengers to find alternate transportation. The interruption was caused by a ruptured water pipe between Jatin Das Park and Netaji Bhavan stations, which occurred between 3:40 and 4:35 pm. Overcrowding was reported at many stations, and Maidan's escalators were closed owing to pressure. This comes just two days after a similar event on Saturday, when water overflowed the drainage canal between tracks, causing a brief…