Sonakshi Sarkar

More than 32,190 farmers in Sikkim have received financial support under the 20th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme. The installment was released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, as part of a nationwide disbursement of ₹20,500 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 9.53 crore eligible farmers.This direct financial transfer of ₹2,000 per farmer is part of the annual ₹6,000 assistance provided in three equal installments under the scheme. The money is meant to support basic farming needs such as purchasing seeds, fertilizers, and other agricultural inputs. In Sikkim, the number of farmers…

Sikkim's lone Lok Sabha MP, Indra Hang Subba, met Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on August 1, pressing for urgent flood control and restoration measures along National Highway-10, which connects Sikkim to the rest of India. Subba submitted a memorandum highlighting the highway’s vulnerability to monsoon-induced landslides and floods, particularly along the Teesta River stretch in Kalimpong, West Bengal. He flagged the recurring damage between Sevoke and Melli as life-threatening for commuters and locals. The October 2023 flash flood, which altered the Teesta's course and raised the riverbed, worsened the situation with silt and debris accumulation, he…

The state of Sikkim celebrated the first anniversary of Governor Om Prakash Mathur’s tenure with a grand event titled Utkarsh Utsav, commemorating a year of service marked by development, inclusivity, and people-centric outreach. Reflecting on his journey as the 18th Governor of Sikkim, Mathur expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people and reaffirmed his commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. “This year has been full of learning, inspiration, and meaningful connections,” he said, recalling his swearing-in at Raj Bhavan just a year ago. Over the past year, Governor Mathur traversed the state—from high-altitude Donkela Pass to festive events like Maghey Mela…

The Government of Sikkim has officially declared August 10 as “Aama Samman Diwas” (Mother’s Honour Day), to be observed annually in recognition of the immense contributions made by mothers to family, society, and the state. The announcement was made through a formal notification issued by Chief Secretary R. Telang, marking a unique initiative aimed at honouring motherhood in both spirit and practice. The notification described mothers as central figures in shaping the lives of future generations through compassion, empathy, and deeply rooted values. Their silent sacrifices, emotional labour, and selfless devotion to raising responsible citizens, the government stated, are vital…

Relentless monsoon rains have triggered widespread landslides and flooding across Sikkim and adjoining districts of West Bengal, disrupting vital road links and severely impacting connectivity. The swelling Teesta river overflowed its embankments near 29 Mile, submerging a significant portion of National Highway-10 (NH-10) — the lifeline that connects Sikkim with Kalimpong and Darjeeling districts of West Bengal.Officials confirmed that a massive landslide at Tarkhola in Kalimpong district halted traffic movement between Sevoke and Rangpo, further worsening the situation. Another major slide occurred at Bardang between Singtam and Rangpo, blocking NH-10 completely. Due to continuous rainfall since Sunday, restoration efforts have…