Gangtok, August 9, 2024: The Sikkim Legislative Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed the Sikkim Registration of Tourist Trade Bill 2024, alongside two amendment bills — the Sikkim Court Fees and Stamps on Documents (Amendment) Bill 2024 and the Sikkim Online Gaming (Regulation) Amendment Bill 2024. Chief Minister PS Golay tabled the two amendment bills on […]
Last year, camera traps set up by the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) showed the Bengal tiger at an altitude of 3,640 m! The location was Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary in eastern Sikkim. After reading this exciting news that flooded the media channels and learning about the many other rare and elusive species that call this […]
Sikkim, August 2023: Sikkim, India’s northeastern gem, has taken a remarkable step towards environmental conservation and sustainable growth. The state government has launched an innovative afforestation initiative where 100 trees will be planted for every newborn child, cementing Sikkim’s commitment to fostering a greener and healthier future. This visionary project, believed to be the first […]
Sikkim is a land of mystic beauty and serene landscapes. Despite being one of the smallest states in the country, it offers an array of unexplored destinations that are waiting to be discovered. Away from the bustling tourist crowds, these hidden gems of Sikkim provide a perfect escape for nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts, and those […]
North-East India, a treasure trove of offbeat destinations, unveils stunning natural beauty, a wealth of cultural heritage, and unforgettable experiences. This enchanting region beckons travellers with its verdant landscapes, snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls, and meandering rivers. From the mystical valleys of Nagaland and Meghalaya living root bridges to the captivating tea gardens of Assam and […]
The Indian government has launched a comprehensive plan to develop more than 2,500 villages in 19 districts along the northern border, with the aim of promoting tourism and fostering social entrepreneurship. Under the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme’, these villages will receive much-needed infrastructure development, including all-weather roads, access to drinking water and electricity (with a focus […]
Seven tourists were killed and a dozen injured after an avalanche struck the Gangtok-NathuLa road in Sikkim on Tuesday afternoon. “All tourists & tourist vehicles have been accounted for. The rescue operation has been called off. Details of recovered tourists will be shared later,” a statement from the NDRF informed. According to BRO, the avalanche […]
Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim – Shri P. S. Tamang (Golay), unveiled the Mero Rukh Mero Santati initiative in a launch programme organized in Mannan Kendra on February 2, 2023. The Mero Rukh Mero Santati is a novel green initiative conceptualized by Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay), the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim to strengthen […]