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12 Dec

Major event preparations underway for 16th Rholu Diwas in South Sikkim

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

A coordination meeting for the 16th Rholu Diwas celebration was held today at the SKM party office in Tadong. The meeting, chaired by Honourable Minister and Area MLA G.T. Dhungel, was attended by CLC President Bimal Thatal, councillors of the 25th Upper Tadong constituency, former CEC members, and NARI youth from the region. Discussions centered on preparations for the event, which is scheduled to take place on December 21, 2024, at Rholu in South Sikkim. Participants deliberated on various arrangements to ensure the successful execution of the celebration, a significant occasion for the local community. Dhungel stated the importance of…

10 Dec

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma overhauls cabinet to strengthen governance in key sectors

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a major shakeup aimed at boosting governance and leadership across crucial sectors, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a comprehensive reshuffle of ministerial portfolios. The reshuffle, a strategic move designed to drive efficiency, innovation, and development, is expected to strengthen the state's administration and foster growth in key areas like healthcare, education, rural infrastructure, and social welfare. New Ministerial Assignments Prasanta Phukan has been entrusted with the Power, Skill, Employment, and Entrepreneurship, as well as the Medical Education and Research departments. He will also oversee the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Yojana, focusing on advancing healthcare, energy sustainability,…

10 Dec

Sikkim receives prestigious rs 5 crore grant for climate mitigation projects

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim has been awarded a Rs 5 crore grant and technical assistance under the Cities 2.0 Challenge, specifically Component 2, aimed at climate change adaptation and mitigation. This initiative is part of the CITIIS 2.0 program, which is a sub-component of the Smart Cities Mission, organized by the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). The grant will help Sikkim in developing climate-smart urban infrastructure and implementing green initiatives, aligning with the state's Strategic Urban Vision Document-2047. The proposal was praised for its approach to building climate resilience while preserving Sikkim's unique…

09 Dec

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma opens BJP mandal office in Sualkuchi, Kamrup

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

To boost the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) grassroots presence in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the establishment of permanent party offices across all mandals in the state. The initiative was officially launched on Sunday with the inauguration of the Sualkuchi Mandal office in Kamrup (Rural) district. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, CM Sarma highlighted the importance of the project, describing it as a transformative step towards deeper community engagement. "Today marks a historic day as we open this modern office equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. This model will be replicated across Assam, enabling us to enhance our connection…

09 Dec

Indian Army’s flood monitoring system wins national recognition

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

To address natural disasters, the Indian Army's Eastern Command has developed an Advanced Flood Monitoring System (AFMS) in response to the devastating Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) that struck Sikkim's Teesta River region in October 2023. This innovative system has gained national acclaim, earning recognition at Inno Yodha, a prestigious competition for defence and disaster management solutions. The AFMS, designed by the Trishakti Sappers under the guidance of Hav Suresh PK of the Engineer Regiment, plays a crucial role in early disaster detection and response. The system provides real-time water level monitoring and sends early SMS alerts to officials and…

07 Dec

Bodo leaders urge Central Government for ₹1,500 crore infrastructure projects

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

A high-level delegation from the All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), led by president Dipen Boro, along with Bodo Territorial Region (BTR) Chief Executive Pramod Boro, and MPs Rwngwra Narzary and Joyanta Basumatary, met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi to discuss critical issues related to the Bodo community and the Bodo Territorial Region (BTR) Accord. During the meeting, the delegation pressed for expedited implementation of the BTR Accord, which is seen as pivotal for the region's peace and development. The leaders emphasized that several commitments made in the Accord remain unfulfilled and urged the central government to accelerate…

07 Dec

Prem Singh Tamang attends inaugural day of Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav in New Delhi

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang attended the inaugural day of the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav on December 6, marking a significant milestone for Northeast India. The event, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, also saw the participation of Union Minister for DoNER Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union MoS for DoNER Sukanta Majumdar, and the Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of various northeastern states. The Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav, a unique cultural festival, aims to connect the vibrant markets of Northeast India with the global stage. It celebrates the region’s rich cultural heritage by showcasing traditional arts, crafts,…

06 Dec

Sikkim MP pushes for cultural preservation and tourism growth in Rajya Sabha speech

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim MP Dorjee Tshering Lepcha emphasized the Government’s initiatives for socio-economic development in the Northeast during a Rajya Sabha session on Thursday, focusing on rural livelihoods, tourism, and cultural preservation. Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, lauded the success of the North East Rural Livelihood Project (NERP), a World Bank-funded initiative that ended in 2019. He revealed that the project improved livelihoods across Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura, benefitting 292,889 households, forming over 28,000 Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and providing skill training to 10,000 individuals. Lepcha also addressed the untapped potential of rural tourism…

05 Dec

Sikkim MP seeks support for organic farming growth in meeting with Union Minister

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba met with Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan on December 4 to discuss vital issues surrounding the state's organic farming and food processing sectors. The meeting focused on securing grants for the Integrated Processing Unit (IPU) and expanding infrastructure to support Sikkim’s thriving organic industry. Subba highlighted the importance of the IPU, located in Rangpo Pakyong district, which processes organic products such as ginger, turmeric, large cardamom, and buckwheat. This facility plays a key role in promoting Sikkim's organic produce on the global stage. He stressed that previous compliance issues had…

05 Dec

Assam cabinet expansion scheduled for December 7 to address regional demands

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a long-awaited cabinet expansion, scheduled for December 7, aiming to address growing demands for regional representation and ease the workload on current ministers. The state cabinet, which currently comprises 15 members including the Chief Minister, has the capacity for 18 members. The upcoming expansion will fill the three vacant positions, streamlining governance and preparing for the 2026 assembly elections. A significant point of focus is the lack of representation from the Barak Valley region. The resignation of former minister Parimal Suklabaidya, who was elected to the Lok Sabha earlier this year, left…