The Sikkim government has introduced a ₹50 entry fee for tourists under new rules aimed at boosting sustainable tourism. The fee, collected at hotel check-ins, will be used to improve infrastructure, connectivity, cleanliness, and tourist services across the state.
Five individuals tragically lost their lives in a car accident near Lang Khola on the Tashiding-Yuksom Road in West Sikkim, with investigations ongoing into the cause.
To tackle traffic congestion, Sikkim’s Gangtok city implements an odd-even vehicle rule from Nov 5, 2024, during peak hours. Get full details on dates, timings, exemptions, and specific routes here.
Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi launched the ‘Agniastra’ multi-target detonation device in Gangtok, designed for conventional warfare and counter-terrorism. The new device offers extended range and selective target detonation, enhancing military capabilities.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh will address the Army Commanders’ Conference in Gangtok today, focusing on border security and emerging national security challenges, particularly along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 shook Soreng, Sikkim early today, according to the National Center for Seismology.
The opposition in Sikkim is now completely clean as the only MLA of opposition party SDF, Tenzing Norbu Lamtha has joined SKM.
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