The Union Government has released the first instalment of XV Finance Commission Untied Grants for Rural Local Bodies in Sikkim for the financial year 2025–26, amounting to ₹643.50 lakh. The funds are allocated to all five District Panchayats (DPs) and 199 eligible Gram Panchayats (GPs) across the state. Additionally, Rs….
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Celebrating Birsa Munda
As part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, running from 1–15 November 2025, India commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Across the nation, cultural, educational, and awareness activities are highlighting tribal heritage, unity, and empowerment, reflecting the country’s deep respect for its indigenous communities. Nationwide…
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Governor of Sikkim Meets PM Modi in New Delhi
New Delhi, November 4: The Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi today. The meeting underscored the Centre’s continued commitment to supporting Sikkim’s growth and strengthening the cooperative federal structure of India. Focus on Development and Federal Cooperation The meeting is…
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NBA Releases ₹18.3L to Biodiversity Committees in UP, Sikkim
The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹18.3 lakh to support Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) in Uttar Pradesh and Sikkim under the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. The funds aim to empower local communities in the sustainable management and conservation of biodiversity resources….
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Sikkim Cm Prem Singh Tamang Meets PM Modi in Delhi
New Delhi, October 7, 2025: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday. The meeting underscored the ongoing cooperation between the central government and the northeastern state, focusing on development, connectivity, and welfare initiatives in Sikkim. The Prime Minister’s Office confirmed the…