Sikkim

Four army jawans killed as vehicle falls into gorge in Sikkim

Two other jawans, who were injured, were taken to a hospital in Gangtok for treatment. They are being shifted to a hospital in Siliguri.

Jun 30, 2021, 18:50 PM IST

Breaking: Sikkim announces 7-day lockdown to control COVID-19 surge

The Sikkim government on Friday (May 13) declared a complete lockdown in the state starting from May 17 to May 24 in order to control the surge in COVID-19 cases. 

May 14, 2021, 20:26 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi takes stock of damage caused by earthquake

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is taking stock of the damage caused by the earthquake in eastern India and has spoken to the chief ministers of Bihar, Assam and Sikkim, government sources said on Monday.

Apr 06, 2021, 00:00 AM IST

5.4 magnitude quake rocks Sikkim, tremors felt in Assam, other north eastern states

A quake of 5.4 magnitude jolted Sikkim's capital Gangtok on Monday (April 5, 2021) night,

Apr 05, 2021, 21:41 PM IST

Hope tensions can be eased through dialogue: UN on India, China face-off in Sikkim’s Naku La

Amid reports of a minor face-off between Indian and the Chinese soldiers in Sikkim’s Naku La, the United Nations has urged both countries to exercise restraint and engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve the border stand-off. The appeal from the UN came after it was reported that the soldiers of both the countries reportedly clashed with each other at Naku La in the Sikkim border area. 

Jan 26, 2021, 08:53 AM IST

Indian Army- Minor skirmish in North Sikkim

Regarding the skirmish between the Indo-Chinese soldiers in North Sikkim, the army said that there was a minor skirmish between the soldiers of the two countries, the local soldiers have settled the clash.

Jan 25, 2021, 13:48 PM IST

Breaking: Clashes between Indo-Chinese troops in North Sikkim

A case of clashes between Indo-Chinese soldiers came up in North Sikkim. It is being told that the clash took place on the evening of 19 January, in which soldiers on both sides were injured.

Jan 25, 2021, 13:04 PM IST

Zee Adhyatam: Know about the history of Bangla Saheb

In this episode of Zee Aadhyatma on Zee News, get the fortune to know about the history of Bangla Saheb and the glorious history of Sikkim.

Jan 20, 2021, 08:02 AM IST

Israel appoints Joyshree Das Verma as Honorary Consul in North-East India

The Embassy of Israel has appointed Joyshree Das Verma as honorary consul in the region to further increase its presence and collaborations in India’s North-East.

Jan 08, 2021, 23:05 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Sikkim cancelled due to inclement weather

Rajnath Singh was scheduled to visit forward areas in Sikkim and interact with troops at border posts along the Line of Actual (LAC) with China in the Sikkim sector. 

Oct 25, 2020, 13:59 PM IST

Rajnath Singh To Perform Shastra Puja in Sikkim

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will perform the "Shastra Puja" - the customary worship of weapons for the festival of Navratri - at Sikkim's Sherathang, less than 2 km from the Line of Actual Control - on Sunday and spend Dussehra with soldiers a day later, in a hugely symbolic gesture amid the standoff with China in eastern Ladakh.

Oct 25, 2020, 07:50 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Sikkim

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Sikkim. Watch this video to know more.

Oct 23, 2020, 20:40 PM IST

Video: Strong message to China on Vijayadashami

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will perform arms worship on India China border.

Oct 23, 2020, 09:26 AM IST

Unlock 5: Schools to reopen in Uttar Pradesh and these two states from today; check guidelines

Only those schools which are outside containment zones are allowed to reopen from today (October 19) for students of class 9th to 12th. Students will only attend school after parents give their consent.

Oct 19, 2020, 06:52 AM IST

Indian Army rescues three Chinese nationals in north Sikkim, provides food, oxygen

The Indian Army said that its personnel provided oxygen, food and warm clothes to the rescued Chinese troops and also gave them appropriate guidance after which they returned to their destination. 

Sep 05, 2020, 13:32 PM IST

India ranks first in number of organic farmers, 9th in area; Sikkim becomes first fully organic state

North East India has traditionally been organic and the consumption of chemicals is far less than the rest of the country. Similarly, the tribal and island territories are being nurtured to continue their organic story.

Aug 13, 2020, 19:58 PM IST

Sikkim: Rangeet river in spate after heavy rains

Sikkim's Rangeet river is in spate. The flow of the river has intensified and is absolutely frightening.

Aug 07, 2020, 08:58 AM IST

Massive landslide hits Sikkim’s Jorethang, IPCA lab damaged

A major landslide hit Sikkim’s Jorethang on Thursday. According to initial reports, the IPCA Laboratory in Mazhitar, Jorethang was badly damaged due to the landslide.

Aug 06, 2020, 13:32 PM IST

Sikkim extends lockdown till August 3 as COVID-19 cases surge

The Sikkim government on Friday (July 31, 2020) extended the complete lockdown in the state till August 3 in view of a spurt in COVID-19 cases, a senior official said.

Jul 31, 2020, 17:03 PM IST

IAF delivers essential supplies to North Sikkim areas completely cut off due to landslides, heavy rains

The Indian Air Force chopper Mi-17V5 was deployed to drop essential supplies for the villages of Sakyong and Pentong in North Sikkim on Saturday (July 25, 2020). 

Jul 25, 2020, 14:53 PM IST