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Centre allocates over Rs 2000 cr to Himachal for flood, landslide damages in 2023

A committee led by Home Minister Amit Shah has approved 2,006.40 crore in central aid for Himachal Pradesh's recovery from the 2023 floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. This includes 1,504.80 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund. The government has also approved recovery plans for Uttarakhand and Sikkim, alongside mitigation projects worth 7,253.51 crore for various hazards across states.

The Economic Times 18 Jun 2025 1:53 pm

Sikkim Discontinues MI-172 Helicopter Service, To Launch Smaller 10-Seater Weather-Friendly Aircraft Soon

Gangtok, June 18 The MI-172 helicopter service, launched last year with much enthusiasm and The post Sikkim Discontinues MI-172 Helicopter Service, To Launch Smaller 10-Seater Weather-Friendly Aircraft Soon appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 18 Jun 2025 9:27 am

Fatal Two-Wheeler Accident Claims Young Life in Gyalshing, West Sikkim

Gyalshing, June 17 : A devastating road accident in Gyalshing, West Sikkim, has resulted in The post Fatal Two-Wheeler Accident Claims Young Life in Gyalshing, West Sikkim appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 18 Jun 2025 7:08 am

Sikkim's Unique Time Capsule 2025 To Leave A Message For Future Generation

The Himalayan state of Sikkim has launched a unique initiative in the form of a Time Capsule 2025 to mark five decades of statehood.

NDTV 18 Jun 2025 6:33 am

Sikkim Honor Killing: Father Arrested for Allegedly Killing Daughters Attacker

Namchi, June 17 : A man in Sikkims Namchi district was arrested Monday for the The post Sikkim Honor Killing: Father Arrested for Allegedly Killing Daughters Attacker appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 17 Jun 2025 7:20 am

Sikkim CM meets President Droupadi Murmu to mark 50 years of statehood

Guwahati: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang met President of India Droupadi Murmu in Delhi on Monday and extended warm greetings on behalf of the people of Sikkim. During the meeting, the Chief Minister presented a commemorative souvenir, a coin, and a postage stamp released to mark the Golden Jubilee of Sikkims integration into the [] The post Sikkim CM meets President Droupadi Murmu to mark 50 years of statehood appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 16 Jun 2025 6:19 pm

'Launchpad 2025': One-of-a-Kind Hybrid Career Fair for Online Degree Learners of Online Manipal

About Online Manipal Online Manipal is the digital home of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ), and Sikkim Manipal University (SMU). These three Manipal universities, accredited with NAAC A++ and NAAC A+, offer UGC-entitled online degrees equivalent to on-campus programs. Since its inception in 2021, Online Manipal has empowered over 100,000 learners to realize their potential by providing them with accessible, affordable & industry-relevant degrees and new-age certifications in a 100% online mode.

News Voir 16 Jun 2025 3:21 pm

First Batch Of Kailash Mansarovar Yatris Leave For Nathula Pass

After a five-year gap, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nathula Pass in Sikkim has resumed with a batch of 36 pilgrims - 23 male and 13 female - heading to the 18 Mile base on Monday, ahead of their scheduled journey to Mansarovar on June 20.

NDTV 16 Jun 2025 3:18 pm

First group of 36 pilgrims for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra arrives in Sikkim, moves to 17 Mile

After six years, the first group of thirty-six pilgrims for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra has reached Gangtok. They will acclimatize in the 17 Mile area before proceeding via Nathu La pass. The pilgrims will cross the India-China border on June 20. This year, seven hundred fifty Indian pilgrims are selected for the yatra.

The Economic Times 16 Jun 2025 1:09 pm

Sikkim Education Department Issues Advisory Amid Rise in COVID-19 Cases in Schools

Gangtok, June 16 In response to a recent surge in COVID-19 cases across the The post Sikkim Education Department Issues Advisory Amid Rise in COVID-19 Cases in Schools appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 16 Jun 2025 11:51 am

IHFI holds AGBM, launches NSPO in Leh

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, June 15: The Ice Hockey Federation of India (IHFI) held its Annual General Body Meeting (AGBM) and officially launched its recognition as a National Sports Promotion Organisation (NSPO) at a grand ceremony in Leh. The event was presided over by Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, President of IHFI and former MP from Ladakh. Representatives from affiliated state associations including Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, West Bengal and Ladakh attended the AGBM. The meeting passed key resolutions, [] The post IHFI holds AGBM, launches NSPO in Leh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 16 Jun 2025 6:00 am

Seven Feared Dead in Uttarakhand Helicopter Crash Near Gaurikund Amid Poor Weather

Kedarnath (Uttarakhand), June 15 : A tragic helicopter crash early Sunday morning near the forested The post Seven Feared Dead in Uttarakhand Helicopter Crash Near Gaurikund Amid Poor Weather appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 15 Jun 2025 2:18 pm

Alarm bells ring: Uttarakhands glacier lakes swell, signalling future disasters

DEHRADUN: The Himalayan region of Uttarakhand is witnessing an alarming proliferation of glacial lakes, a trend that experts warn could signal major future disasters in this ecologically fragile zone. A recent study by the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) has brought this worrying development to the fore. The study reveals a significant increase in the number of glaciers across the state, currently recorded at 1,290, up from 1,266 a decade ago. Concurrently, the area covered by glacial lakes has expanded by a substantial 8.1 per cent. This growth underscores the severe impacts of climate change on the delicate Himalayan ecosystem. Dr Rakesh Bhambri, a glaciologist at WIHG, elaborated on the findings, stating, Our research indicates that new lakes are forming on glaciers in the Uttarakhand Himalayas, and existing lakes are growing in size. There has been a notable increase in their numbers since our 2015 study. Attributing this surge primarily to climate change and global warming, he further explained, The occurrence of rain instead of snow at altitudes of four to five thousand metres is a significant contributing factor, leading to glacier melt and the formation of these lakes. While acknowledging the overall increase, Dr Bhambri clarified that not all lakes are expanding. The destructive potential of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) is not new to the region. The devastating Kedarnath tragedy of 2013 was triggered by the bursting of the Chorabari glacial lake, and the 2021 Raini-Tapovan floods were also a result of a similar event. Sikkim experienced a comparable disaster in 2013. In light of these past catastrophes, the Indian government has identified 13 such high-risk glacial lakes in Uttarakhand that could pose a significant threat in the future. Prominent among these are Vasundhara Lake in Chamoli, Kedartal in Uttarkashi, Nagkund in Bageshwar, six lakes in Pithoragarh, and one in Tehri.

The New Indian Express 15 Jun 2025 8:53 am

Duleep Trophy Goes Back To Zonal Format, Indias Schedule Announced For White-ball Series Against NZ

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: After a meeting on Saturday, the Apex Council of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that the 2025/26 domestic will begin with the Duleep Trophy on August 28 and conclude with the Senior Womens Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy on April 3, 2026. As per changes announced by the Apex Council, the Duleep Trophy and Senior Womens Challenger tournaments will now be contested between six zonal teams selected by zonal selectors. The format is a departure from the last time when the national selection committee picked the squads, and for the upcoming season, teams will be picked by the Zonal Selection Committee as per the previous tradition. The Apex Council also said the Plate Group restructuring has been introduced across age categories. As per this, the bottom 6 teams (based on the previous seasons rankings) will be placed in the plate group for limited-overs tournaments, adding that only one team will be promoted/relegated between Elite and Plate groups going forward. In the 2025/26 domestic schedule, the prestigious Ranji Trophy will continue to be held in two phases. The first phase of the tournament will begin on October 15 and run till November 19, while the second phase begins on January 22. Regarding the tournament updates, the Apex Council said the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Senior Womens T20 Trophy will now include a Super League stage instead of a traditional knockout. In this, each team will play three games in the league, following which the top team from Groups A and B will feature in the final. As far as new tournament grouping formats are concerned, major tournaments such as the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Senior Womens One Day Trophy, and Mens U23 State A Trophy will follow a four Elite Groups + one Plate Group model. On the other hand, most junior and womens tournaments (U16, U19, U23) have been moved to a five Elite + one Plate group structure. Meanwhile, the BCCI Apex Council has also approved the venues for Indias upcoming white-ball home series against New Zealand, scheduled to be held in early 2026. Vadodara, Rajkot, and Indore will host ODIs on January 11, 14 and 18, respectively. Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram are the hosts for the five T20Is to be held from January 21 to 31. The five T20I matches will serve as vital preparation games for India and New Zealand ahead of the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, to be played in India and Sri Lanka. Ranji Trophy Groups for 2025-26 season Elite A: Tamil Nadu, Baroda, Jharkhand, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra, Nagaland Elite B: Saurashtra, Chandigarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Goa Elite C: Gujarat, Haryana, Services, Bengal, Railways, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Assam Elite D: Mumbai, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Puducherry Plate: Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Arunachal India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: ODIs: - Vadodara (January 11), Rajkot (January 14) and Indore (January 18) India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 14 Jun 2025 10:28 pm

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Where Even Iron Melted at 1000C, a Bhagavad Gita Was Found Intact

Ahmedabad, June 13 : In the devastating plane crash that occurred in Ahmedabad, where everything The post Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Where Even Iron Melted at 1000C, a Bhagavad Gita Was Found Intact appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 14 Jun 2025 9:06 am

Elderly Woman Found Dead at Hee Goan; No Foul Play Suspected

Gangtok / Hee Goan, June 12 : A 70-year-old woman was found hanging in the The post Elderly Woman Found Dead at Hee Goan; No Foul Play Suspected appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 13 Jun 2025 7:37 pm

Miraculous Escape: Sole Survivor of Air India Crash Shares Harrowing Tale from Seat 11A

Ahmedabad, June 13 : In a story of incredible survival against all odds, Vishwash Kumar The post Miraculous Escape: Sole Survivor of Air India Crash Shares Harrowing Tale from Seat 11A appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 13 Jun 2025 4:11 pm

7 Indian Breakfasts You Once Had To Travel For Are Now In Your Neighbourhood

From Punjabi kulchas to Indori poha and Sikkimese thukpa, India's best regional breakfasts are now available online. Here is how to order them straight to your doorstep.

NDTV 13 Jun 2025 2:44 pm

Saved by Minutes: Woman Credits Divine Intervention for Missing Ill-Fated Air India Flight

Ahmedabad , June 13 : While the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 claimed The post Saved by Minutes: Woman Credits Divine Intervention for Missing Ill-Fated Air India Flight appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 13 Jun 2025 11:09 am

Gorkha Cabin Crew Manisha Thapa Among 241 Dead in Air India Dreamliner Crash onboard

Ahmedabad, June 13 : In a devastating aviation tragedy, Air Indias Dreamliner flight AI171, which The post Gorkha Cabin Crew Manisha Thapa Among 241 Dead in Air India Dreamliner Crash onboard appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 13 Jun 2025 7:40 am

How Much Water You Really Need Daily Based on Your Age, Lifestyle, and Health

Staying properly hydrated is essential for maintaining good health, yet many people underestimate how much The post How Much Water You Really Need Daily Based on Your Age, Lifestyle, and Health appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 12 Jun 2025 9:24 am

Starlink to Launch in India Within Two Months: Monthly Plans from Rs 3,000, Device Priced at Rs 33,000

New Delhi, June 12 : Starlink, the satellite-based internet service from Elon Musks SpaceX, is The post Starlink to Launch in India Within Two Months: Monthly Plans from Rs 3,000, Device Priced at Rs 33,000 appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .

Voice Of Sikkim 12 Jun 2025 8:13 am

No trace yet of Pratapgarh couple 13 days after their vehicle plunges into Teesta River

LUCKNOW: It has been 13 days since the newly-wed couple, Kaushalendra Pratap Singh, 29, and Ankita Singh, 26 from Pratapgarh went missing after the tourist vehicle in which they were travelling with 11 other passengers plunged into the swollen Teesta River in Mangan district of Sikkim. The couple's family has yet to receive any communication from the authorities. After tying the knot in May, the couple left for their honeymoon in Sikkim on May 24. They have been missing since May 29. It was later confirmed that the mini-bus they were travelling in along with other tourists had fallen into the Teesta River. Although authorities deployed divers and rescue teams, there has been no trace of the couple so far. Kaushalendras father, Sher Bahadur Singh, visited Sikkim with four of his relatives in search of the couple but returned empty-handed on Tuesday. In a state of shock and distress, they shared their ordeal with senior police and administrative officials in Pratapgarh and described the horrific sight of the Teesta River and the accident site. According to Pratapgarh SP Dr. Anil Kumar, four family members who rushed to the site soon after the incident returned home on Tuesday. The family met with senior police and administrative authorities in Gangtok and discussed the extensive search operation being carried out. The search effort involved removing rocks and debris from the Teesta River, which flows through a ravine as deep as thousands of feet. Rescue teams are continuing their search downstream to Chungthang, about eight kilometers from the accident site. Although the river's flow has returned to normal, searching among the debris remains challenging. No belongings related to the couple have been found so far. The family returned based on assurances given by the authorities. Sher Bahadur Singh, who reached Gangtok in search of his son and daughter-in-law, met two tourists who survived the accident. He informed Pratapgarh police officials that the survivors identified Kaushalendra and Ankita through their photographs, confirming they had been in the same vehicle. The vehicle was carrying 11 tourists and a driver and was returning from Chungthang to Gangtok when it lost control around 9 p.m. due to heavy rainfall. Eight tourists, including Kaushalendra and Ankita, remain untraceable. Ankita worked in the medicine department at Medanta Hospital in Lucknow. Kaushalendra, the only child of his parents, was preparing for the civil services examination in Delhi. Their honeymoon plans were finalized after their waitlisted train tickets were confirmed on May 22.

The New Indian Express 11 Jun 2025 10:00 pm

Arunachal Pradesh: Climate change threatens flying squirrel habitats

Bharti Dharapuram In the forests of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, there is an occasional rustling high up in the canopy. One looks up to catch glimpses of brown and chestnut through the leaves. If it is a particularly lucky day, we may see a large furry rodent launch itself into the air, extending the webbing [] The post Arunachal Pradesh: Climate change threatens flying squirrel habitats appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 11 Jun 2025 3:59 pm

Sikkim CM greets people on Saga Dewa festival

Sikkim CM greets people on Saga Dewa festival Guwahati: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang extended warm greetings on Wednesday to the people of the state, especially the Buddhist community, on the occasion of Saga Dawa, one of the holiest festivals in the Buddhist calendar. In a message marking the spiritually significant day, which commemorates [] The post Sikkim CM greets people on Saga Dewa festival appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 11 Jun 2025 3:49 pm

Amid Sonam-Raja Raghuvanshi shocking case, another honeymoon couple from UP goes missing in Sikkim, knowwhathappened

The tragic incident happened on May 29 while the couple was returning from Lachen to Lachung during their honeymoon trip.

DNA India 11 Jun 2025 12:36 pm

IMD issues health advisory as Heatwave grips North India; relief likely after three days

NEW DELHI: Northwest and Central India are expected to experience severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures reaching around 45C over the next three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for the region, advising residents to take precautions against extreme daytime heat and warmer-than-usual nights. According to the IMD, heatwave conditions will persist in Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and North Madhya Pradesh until June 16. Additionally, hot and humid weather is likely to continue in Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha until June 11. Isolated areas of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan can expect warm night conditions until June 12. The IMD has noted that maximum temperatures across many areas of Northwest India have ranged between 43-47C in recent days. On 10 June, the highest maximum temperature was recorded at Bhatinda, Punjab at 47.6C, followed by 47.4C at Ganganagar. Other high readings included 46.3C in Kota and parts of Delhi (Lodi Road, Ridge, Ayanagar), with Ayanagar reporting a high of 45.5C. Sirsa in Haryana recorded 46.2C. In its health advisory, the IMD highlighted a high risk of heat illness and heat stroke across all age groups in Rajasthan and adjoining areas. In Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh, under orange alert, people exposed to the sun for prolonged periods or engaged in heavy work are especially vulnerable. According to the Heat Risk Index published by CEEW, Delhi ranks among the top 10 most vulnerable states and union territories, with 55% of its districts falling in the very high-risk category and the rest in the high-risk category. Dr Vishwas Chitale, Senior Programme Lead at CEEW, noted that the combination of heat and humidity can result in felt temperatures 35C higher than dry heat. In Delhi, six additional warm nights per summer have been observed in the past decade, which further increases heat vulnerability, he added. The southwest monsoon, which arrived eight days early before its usual date of 1 June, paused for two weeks due to the intrusion of dry westerly winds, disrupting its rapid progress. The latest IMD forecast suggests that the monsoon will reactivate in the coming days over the southern peninsula and western India. Extremely heavy rainfall is predicted on 1314 June, followed by further advancement of monsoon winds into eastern India.

The New Indian Express 11 Jun 2025 11:23 am

Two Kochi lawyers take out a road trip across India to spread anti-drug message

When Binu Varghese and Nijas Thamarassery, two lawyers practising in the Kerala High Court, set out on a road trip across India, beyond the obvious quenching of their wanderlust, what also motivated them was a yearning to understand the country. A true, immersive experience that would peel away layers of India its geography and culture, and boundless diversity, enlivened by its people. Binu and 28-year-old Nijas are longtime friends who first met while studying law. Binu, whos twice the age of Nijas (58), was originally an engineer and only took up law recently. He has travelled to several places abroad. But I felt, without travelling through my own country and witnessing its beauty, Binu points out, all my other trips were meaningless. Thats where this idea of a road trip stemmed from, he adds. Binu Varghese and Nijas Thamarassery during their road trip The first leg of their nearly 80-day trip began in 2023. The duo travelled from Kerala to Ladakh in a jeep. A road trip is ideal to see how the geography, language and culture change with every mile, Nijas highlights. For the entirety of their trip, the duo slept inside the jeep or in tents. Occasionally, people used to invite us to their homes, offer us a place to sleep. This further augmented our India experience, he adds. In 24 days, they covered around 9,145 kilometres. That was phase one of our journey. We decided to split our trip into two to account for the weather. The best time to visit Kashmir and Ladakh is around September and October. And for Northeast, it is the beginning of the year, Nijas adds. During a school session This second phase of the journey commenced in March. But before it commenced, the duo realised that they didnt just want to visit the places, the journey also needed to be meaningful. In January, we were hearing about the drug menace in Kerala. So, we decided to make this trip an anti-drug campaign, he explains. During their road trip from Kerala to the Northeast and Sikkim, Nijas and Binu also took classes in schools, colleges and in public spaces. We took around 100-120 classes on drug abuse. To all kinds of people from farmers to children, Binu says. Across the journey, one thing that became evident was this: drugs in not only a Kerala problem. The vice grip of narcotic substances looms large across much of the country. Honestly, its scary. We hope that our efforts would inspire at least a handful of people to stay clear of drugs, Nijas says. While exciting, the journey was also not without its challenges. Two incidents that remain etched in their memory are when a sudden downpour in Arunachal Pradesh flooded their tents, and another time, when in a remote area in Ladakh, the two, by then very hungry, were comforted by strangers. But we couldnt wait for them to finish cooking the race. We were so very hungry that we asked for some half-baked rice to appease ourselves, Nijas highlights. During a school session But for all their travails, the journey, whilst itself rewarding, was bountiful in other ways. For all its diversity, the country has one common denominator: people everywhere are helpful. Local people, strangers we came across on the road, treated us with affection and empathy. They invited us to their homes, cooked us food and gave us a place to sleep. India, at the end of the day, we understood, is just that: its people, the duo points out. The two hope that their journey (which has entered the Worldwide Book of Records for the longest car journey through most Indian states and union territories and international borders as a team, and the worlds longest car journey for anti-drug awareness as a team), has also inspired many to develop a healthy addiction: wanderlust.

The New Indian Express 11 Jun 2025 6:00 am

Honeymoon couple from UP goes missing in Sikkim

A newly-married couple from Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district, who went to Sikkim for their honeymoon, has gone missing after their vehicle reportedly fell into the Teesta River amid heavy rain, officials said on Tuesday.

Rediff 10 Jun 2025 11:20 pm

Nine including UP couple goes missing in Sikkim after vehicle falls into Teesta river; search underway

PRATAPGARH: A newly-married couple from Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district, who went to Sikkim for their honeymoon, has gone missing after their vehicle reportedly fell into the Teesta River amid heavy rain, officials said on Tuesday. A search operation is on to find the duo, they added. The incident took place on May 29 while they were returning from Lachen to Lachung. A total of nine people, including the couple and their driver, are still untraceable, the officials said. The missing groom, Kaushalendra Pratap Singh (29), is the nephew of BJP leader Ummed Singh. He married Ankita Singh (26), daughter of Vijay Singh Dubbu from Dhangadh Sarai Chivlaha village, on May 5. According to Kaushalendra's uncle Dinesh Singh, the couple left for Sikkim on May 25 by train and reached Mangan district on May 26. While returning from Lachen on May 29, their vehicle reportedly plunged into the river during a spell of heavy rain. In addition to the newlyweds, the vehicle was carrying seven other tourists two from Uttar Pradesh, two from Tripura, and four from Odisha along with the local driver. All remain missing. Despite continuous efforts by SDRF and NDRF teams, no bodies or survivors have been found so far, Dinesh Singh said. The family members of the missing couple who travelled to Sikkim have met senior police officers, including DIG Akshay Sachdeva and the SP of the area, he said. While their belongings were recovered from the hotel, there is no conclusive evidence yet to confirm whether they drowned in the river. The family back home is devastated and hoping for a miracle, he said.

The New Indian Express 10 Jun 2025 11:11 pm

UP Couple On Honeymoon Goes Missing In Sikkim After Vehicle Falls Into River, Search Underway

A newly-married couple from Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district, who went to Sikkim for their honeymoon, has gone missing after their vehicle reportedly fell into the Teesta River amid heavy rain, officials said on Tuesday.

NDTV 10 Jun 2025 11:10 pm

Sikkim landslide: Two more bodies recovered

The search and rescue operation is being led by the Army in coordination with local authorities and disaster response teams

The Hindu 10 Jun 2025 3:42 pm

Sikkim landslides: Two more bodies recovered from Chaten

Guwahati: Rescuers on Tuesday recovered two more bodies from the site of the devastating landslide at Chaten in North Sikkim, bringing the total number of missing persons recovered to three out of six. The ongoing search operation continues amidst challenging terrain and adverse weather conditions. Mangan Superintendent of Police (SP) Sonam Detchu Bhutia confirmed the [] The post Sikkim landslides: Two more bodies recovered from Chaten appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 10 Jun 2025 2:14 pm

Sikkim CM Tamang greets people on first anniversary of second term of SKM government

The Sikkim Krantikari Morcha returned to power for the second time by winning 31 of the 32 seats in the State Assembly elections held last year

The Hindu 10 Jun 2025 1:28 pm

Government designates Nathu La & Lipulekh La as immigration posts for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra

The Ministry of Home Affairs has temporarily designated Nathu La in Sikkim and Lipulekh La (Gunji) in Uttarakhand as authorized immigration check-posts for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra pilgrims. This year marks the resumption of the Yatra after being suspended in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent military standoff with China.

The Economic Times 9 Jun 2025 11:30 pm

Killed in Sikkim landslide, soldier flown home to Lakshadweep 2,500 km away

The Army, Air Force, and the Navy coordinated the final journey of Sepoy Sainudheen P.K. from the disaster site at an altitude of 9,000 feet in Sikkims Mangan district to a little above sea level in Lakshadweep

The Hindu 9 Jun 2025 9:14 pm

Mortal remains of Sepoy Sainudheen recovered eight days after Sikkim landslide; tributes pour in

The mortal remains of Sepoy Sainudheen PK were recovered after a landslide in Sikkim. He sacrificed his life at Chatten. The Indian Army conducted relentless search efforts. Sainudheen served in harsh terrains like Siachen. His final journey was a tribute to his dedication. A tri-services operation repatriated his remains to Lakshadweep. A ceremonial tribute was held with full military honors.

The Economic Times 9 Jun 2025 7:36 pm

Sikkim landslides: Army mans body recovered, search continues for missing personnel

Guwahati: The rescue team on Monday recovered the body of an Army man, identified as Sainuddhin P.K., in Sikkims Mangan district. He was one of six individuals who went missing after a devastating landslide struck a military camp at Chaten in north Sikkim earlier this month. Mangan Superintendent of Police (SP) Sonam Detchu Bhutia confirmed [] The post Sikkim landslides: Army mans body recovered, search continues for missing personnel appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 9 Jun 2025 3:14 pm

Sikkim landslide: Body of army man recovered, search underway for 5 others

GANGTOK: The body of an army man, one of the six people who went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chaten in north Sikkim earlier this month, was recovered on Monday in Mangan district, police said. The deceased was identified as Sainuddhin PK, a senior officer said. The search operation is underway to trace other missing persons, Mangan Superintendent of Police (SP) Sonam Detchu Bhutia said. The rescue teams have recovered the body of army man Sainudheen PK, who was among the six missing personnel after the June 1 landslide at a military camp in Chaten, the SP said. Apart from the missing persons, three army personnel had lost their lives, and four others were injured in the landslide. North Sikkim has been hit by multiple landslides triggered by heavy rain, disrupting road and telecommunication connectivity. Around 2,000 tourists had also been stranded in north Sikkim's Lachen, Lachung and Chungthang towns due to inclement weather conditions for days before being evacuated by road and air in rescue operations earlier this week.

The New Indian Express 9 Jun 2025 2:23 pm

Sikkim landslide: Body of Army man recovered, search underway for five others

The deceased was identified as Sainuddhin, police official said.

The Hindu 9 Jun 2025 1:55 pm

UP Couple On Honeymoon Goes Missing In Sikkim After Car Falls 1,000 Feet In Teesta River

Kaushalendra Pratap Singh and Ankita Singh, who got married on May 5, left for Sikkim for their honeymoon on May 24.

News18 9 Jun 2025 8:27 am

Helicopter with 1,300 kg relief materials leaves for landslide-hit Chaten in north Sikkim

GANGTOK, June 8: A helicopter, carrying 1,300 kg of relief materials for army personnel and civilians, took off from the Pakyong airport here on Saturday for landslide-hit Chaten in north Sikkim, officials said. The MI-17 helicopter with five officials of the Food and Civil Supplies Department on board left the airport this morning and will []

thehillstimes 9 Jun 2025 6:30 am

Sikkim landslides: 28 civilians, 20 army personnel airlifted

Guwahati: Rescue teams airlifted at least 28 civilians and 20 Indian Army personnel stranded in Chaten, North Sikkim, on Sunday, as heavy rains triggered multiple landslides, severing critical road connectivity in the region. Officials confirmed that a MI-17 helicopter evacuated 28 civilians, including minors, tourist taxi drivers, and government officials, in the first sortie from [] The post Sikkim landslides: 28 civilians, 20 army personnel airlifted appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 8 Jun 2025 7:59 pm

28 stranded people, 20 army personnel airlifted from landslide-hit Chaten in north Sikkim

Due to heavy rain and multiple landslides in north Sikkim, 28 civilians and 20 army personnel were airlifted from Chaten after road connectivity was severed. The state government arranged a helicopter to evacuate those affected and transport essential supplies. All evacuees safely landed at Pakyong Greenfield Airport as part of ongoing relief efforts.

The Economic Times 8 Jun 2025 5:55 pm

Sikkim govt launches helicopter rescue for stranded taxi drivers in landslide area

Guwahati: The Sikkim government has arranged a helicopter to rescue taxi drivers and local residents stranded in landslide-affected areas in the northern part of the state, officials confirmed on Sunday (June 8, 2025). The evacuation was organized after several stranded individuals, including tourist taxi drivers, requested help from authorities. Due to heavy rains and multiple [] The post Sikkim govt launches helicopter rescue for stranded taxi drivers in landslide area appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 8 Jun 2025 12:43 pm

Helicopter arranged for evacuation of stranded locals, taxi drivers from landslide-hit north Sikkim

The Sikkim government has deployed a helicopter to rescue taxi drivers, local residents, and government officials stranded in Chaten, North Sikkim, due to landslides and continuous rainfall that have severed road connectivity. This action follows distress calls from those stranded, prompting the government to initiate air evacuation from the affected region.

The Economic Times 8 Jun 2025 11:03 am

Sikkim: State government rescues stranded locals, tourists, and taxi drivers in Chaten

The Sikkim government has arranged helicopter sorties to evacuate stranded locals, taxi drivers, and officials from Chaten due to disrupted road connectivity. This follows the successful evacuation of all stranded tourists from the area, one of the worst-hit in North Sikkim, through coordinated efforts involving the district administration, military, and various organizations.

The Economic Times 8 Jun 2025 9:17 am

Sikkim landslides: All stranded tourists & 76 army personnel evacuated from Chaten

Guwahati: Rescue operations in North Sikkim on Saturday successfully airlifted 76 army personnel from Chaten, a region cut off by multiple landslides, said an official. The official stated that authorities concluded the extensive coordinated evacuation efforts after safely bringing all stranded tourists out of the disaster-hit area. Altogether 76 army personnel were airlifted by three [] The post Sikkim landslides: All stranded tourists & 76 army personnel evacuated from Chaten appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 Jun 2025 3:05 pm

Sikkim landslide: 1300 kg of relief material airlifted to Chaten

Sikkim landslide, in a major relief effort, IAF airlifted 1,300 kg of aid to landslide-hit Chaten, North Sikkim. Over 1,600 tourists have been rescued as joint operations continue amid heavy rainfall and flash floods.

Mid Day 7 Jun 2025 2:01 pm

76 army personnel airlifted from landslide-hit Chaten in north Sikkim

GANGTOK: At least 76 army personnel were on Saturday airlifted from Chaten in north Sikkim where road connectivity has been snapped due to multiple landslides triggered by heavy rain, officials said. This marks the completion of coordinated evacuation efforts, which included the rescue of all stranded tourists earlier, they said. Altogether 76 army personnel were airlifted by three MI-17 helicopters. The air evacuation operation from Chaten has concluded today with the helicopters transporting army personnel from Chaten to Pakyong Greenfield Airport, an official said. The state government continues to closely monitor the overall situation and remains committed to providing all necessary support in the disaster-hit region and assistance to those affected by natural calamities, another official said. Heavy rain had triggered multiple landslides in north Sikkim recently, disrupting road connectivity in the region. As a result, more than 1,600 tourists had been stranded in Lachen, Lachung and Chungthang towns for days before they were rescued by the state government. The Indian army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), and the Mangan district administration had carried out rescue and search operations for days and evacuated all stranded tourists and local people, the officials said. Several helicopters were pressed into service to evacuate more than 140 tourists by air, they said. Three army personnel were killed, four injured and six others went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chaten on the evening of June 1. Efforts are underway to locate the missing soldiers. Flood toll rises to 52 in Northeast; over 5.6 lakh affected in Assam, 199 airlifted in Sikkim

The New Indian Express 7 Jun 2025 1:25 pm

IAF evacuates 44 more tourists in north Sikkim

With the successful completion of this round, all stranded tourists have now been evacuated from Chaten

Mid Day 7 Jun 2025 8:58 am

Assam flood situation improves further, 4.43 lakh still affected

GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam improved further on Friday following a decline in the rains. No death was reported in the state during the past 24 hours but one person was reported missing. Manipur reported three deaths which took the Northeast flood and landslide toll to 53. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 4,43,560 people across 18 districts are still affected by the floods in Assam. Over 40,000 of them were taking shelter in relief camps. Cropland remained affected in areas of 16,558.59 hectares. The affected districts were Cachar, Nagaon, Sribhumi, Hailakandi, Kamrup, Hojai, Dibrugarh, Bongaigaon, Morigaon, Darrang, Golaghat, Dhemaji, Goalpara, Sonitpur, Biswanath, Lakhimpur, Jorhat and Kamrup (Metro). The Brahmaputra and four other rivers were flowing above the danger level in some places, the ASDMA said. A flood report issued by the Manipur government said 1,65,936 people remained affected in the state. Altogether 35,385 houses were damaged by the floods and landslides. The state recorded altogether 160 incidents of landslides. As the rains have now subsided, Meitei organisation Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity urged the state government to provide compensation to the victims after conducting a comprehensive field survey. Several areas of the Imphal Valley have remained inundated. The organisation stressed on pumping out the water. The flood situation also improved in Arunachal Pradesh. A government statement said 33,200 people remained affected in 215 villages of 24 districts. The authorities set up three relief camps where 239 displaced people were lodged. Changlang in eastern Arunachal is one of the worst-hit districts. Meanwhile, all the stranded tourists were reportedly evacuated from Chaten in North Sikkim which was badly hit by landslides. Mizoram was ravaged by around 700 landslides and rains which damaged water pipelines at many places. Foreseeing a crisis of water, the state government advised citizens to harvest rainwater.

The New Indian Express 6 Jun 2025 10:49 pm

17 more people evacuated from north Sikkim as rescue operations resume

The state government has arranged buses to transport the rescued people from the airport to Gangtok from where they would leave for their onward destinations, the official said.

The Hindu 6 Jun 2025 12:41 pm

Sikkim landslide: rescue efforts resume to evacuate stranded tourists

Efforts are underway to locate the missing soldiers in Sikkim.

The Hindu 6 Jun 2025 11:32 am

Sikkim landslide: 59 tourists airlifted as rescue ops resume

Two MI-17V5 helicopters left for Chaten from Pakyong airport near state capital Gangtok in the early morning after the weather cleared. Fifty-nine tourists were brought back to Gangtok from the rain-ravaged north Sikkim on Thursday morning as the rescue operation resumed after the weather cleared

Mid Day 6 Jun 2025 9:35 am

Sikkim floods: 59 tourists airlifted, rescue operations continue

Guwahati: Rescue operations in rain-ravaged North Sikkim resumed on Thursday after a crucial break in the weather, successfully bringing 59 stranded tourists back to Gangtok. Severe weather and landslides trapped a group of 109 tourists in Lachung for nearly a week, and these individuals were among them. According to the official reports, two MI-17V5 helicopters [] The post Sikkim floods: 59 tourists airlifted, rescue operations continue appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 5 Jun 2025 10:49 pm

Tourists Airlifted From North Sikkim As Rescue Ops Continue In Phases

Nearly 1,500 tourists were stranded in the popular North Sikkim destinations of Lachen and Lachung after the Phidang bridge -considered the region's lifeline - was severely damaged.

NDTV 5 Jun 2025 10:46 pm

IAF deploys Mi-17, Cheetah choppers for Sikkim relief ops

Sikkim's relief operations are underway. The Indian Air Force is using helicopters to rescue people and deliver supplies. Over a hundred survivors were evacuated. Assam is facing severe floods and landslides. Many districts are affected, and thousands are displaced. Relief camps have been set up to provide shelter and food. Sadly, lives have been lost in both states.

The Economic Times 5 Jun 2025 10:06 pm

63 evacuated from landslide-hit north Sikkim by helicopters, 64 others await rescue

GANGTOK: Altogether 63 stranded people, mostly tourists, were on Thursday evacuated by helicopters from Chaten in north Sikkim, which was hit by a landslide earlier this week, officials said. Sixty-four other tourists are still waiting at Chaten to be rescued by the army and local administration. The operation to rescue them was called off due to inclement weather and challenging terrains during the day, officials said. Chaten is located near Lachen, a small town in Mangan district, which is used by travellers to reach Gurudangmar Lake which is a popular tourist destination. Officials said that two MI-17 helicopters were used to evacuate 39 people from Chaten to Pakyong airport, officials said. Four other people were evacuated in a Cheetah helicopter while an MI-17 chopper made a direct journey from Bagdogra in neighbouring West Bengal to Chaten, airlifting 20 passengers, they said. Meanwhile, two MI-17 V5 helicopters are stationed at Pakyong airport for deployment in evacuation operation. State government officials have also been in continuous coordination with the armed forces to safeguard lives and provide relief to the stranded people. Three army personnel were killed, six soldiers went missing and several others were injured after a landslide hit a military camp at Chaten on the evening of June 1. Efforts are also on to find out the missing soldiers. Search for missing Lt Col, five others continues after Sikkim landslide; army battles weather, terrain in rescue ops

The New Indian Express 5 Jun 2025 7:17 pm

63 stranded tourists airlifted from landslides-hit North Sikkim

Altogether 63 stranded tourists, including two US citizens, have been airlifted from landslides north district's Lachen and Chaten since the aerial evacuation started on June 3, official sources said on Thursday.

Web Dunia 5 Jun 2025 2:50 pm

63 stranded tourists airlifted from landslides-hit Sikkim

Gangtok, June 5: Altogether 63 stranded tourists, including two US citizens, have been airlifted from landslides north districts Lachen and Chaten since the aerial evacuation started on June 3, official sources said on Thursday. An MI-17 helicopter transported 20 tourists, including two foreign nationals, ensuring their safe evacuation on Thursday, a revised communique said. [] The post 63 stranded tourists airlifted from landslides-hit Sikkim appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 5 Jun 2025 2:49 pm

59 tourists airlifted from north Sikkim as rescue ops resume

GANGTOK: (Jun 5) Fifty-nine tourists were brought back to Gangtok from the rain-ravaged north Sikkim on Thursday morning as the rescue operations resumed after the weather cleared, officials said. They were among the 109 tourists stranded in north Sikkims Lachung for nearly a week. Two MI-17V5 helicopters left for Chaten in north Sikkim from Pakyong airport near state capital Gangtok in the early morning after the weather cleared. While 39 tourists returned on one copter, 20 returned on another, officials [] The post 59 tourists airlifted from north Sikkim as rescue ops resume appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 5 Jun 2025 11:28 am

Sikkim landslide: IAF rescues 33, including 2 US nationals from Chaten

Sikkim landslide: A prior operation them had to be called off due to bad weather. In the wake of heavy rain and devastating landslides in North Sikkim, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday carried out urgent rescue and relief operations

Mid Day 5 Jun 2025 10:43 am

Sikkim: First batch of tourists from Chaten successfully evacuated at Pakyong Airport

Evacuation efforts are underway in North Sikkim following severe weather conditions that triggered landslides and flash floods. Helicopters have airlifted stranded tourists from Chaten and Lachen to safety, with ongoing efforts to restore essential services like telecommunications and electricity. Sadly, several individuals remain missing after a landslide struck a military camp, resulting in fatalities and ongoing search operations.

The Economic Times 5 Jun 2025 10:08 am

Sikkim landslide: Search operations continue after six people go missing

Search operations are ongoing for six missing individuals after a landslide struck a military camp in Sikkim, hindering rescue efforts due to severe weather and terrain. Simultaneously, Assam is grappling with severe floods affecting over 6 lakh people across 21 districts, with rising death tolls and widespread displacement, prompting government relief measures and evacuations.

The Economic Times 5 Jun 2025 8:54 am

Two more die as flood batters northeast; death toll rises to 49

GUWAHATI: Two more people died in Assam on Wednesday, taking the overall death toll due to floods and landslides in the northeast to 49. Officials said continuous heavy rain has affected over 6.7 lakh people across the region. Of the total deaths, Assam accounts for 19, followed by 12 in Arunachal Pradesh, six each in Meghalaya and Mizoram, three in Sikkim, two in Tripura and one in Nagaland. The region has reported over 800 landslides so far, with Mizoram alone accounting for 675. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 6,79,423 people in 21 districts of the state have been affected. Cropland covering 14,977.99 hectares has been submerged. Over 1.57 lakh people have taken shelter in relief camps and distribution centres. Southern Assams Sribhumi is the worst-hit area, where more than 2.31 lakh people are affected. Cachar, also in the south, and Nagaon in central Assam are among the worst-hit districts. Floodwaters have disrupted road, rail and ferry services in several parts of the state. The Brahmaputra and several of its tributaries are flowing above the danger mark, leading to fresh inundation and damage to houses, roads and bridges. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, We stand together with them in these difficult times. He added that the government was working on a war footing to provide necessary help to those affected. Manipur is also battling floods caused by heavy rain and river breaches. Around 1.6 lakh people have been affected, mostly in the Imphal Valley. Landslides have hit several hill districts. Jiribam district, located in the valley, is also severely affected. District Magistrate Krishna Kumar visited various flood-hit areas on Wednesday to take stock of the situation. In Mizoram, schools reopened after being shut for four days. Authorities have advised outsiders not to visit the state until June 13 due to ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts. Floodwaters continue to trouble Arunachal Pradesh, where landslides struck several places. Officials said over 3,000 people in 23 districts have been affected. Vehicular movement remains disrupted in many areas. The situation in Sikkim also remains critical due to constant rain and landslides. The Indian Air Force on Wednesday rescued 33 people, including two US nationals, from North Sikkim, the worst-affected area in the state.

The New Indian Express 5 Jun 2025 12:42 am

Armed forces launch relief operations in flood-affected Northeast

IAF helicopters airlift stranded civilians in Sikkim; Army provides drinking water in Manipur

The Hindu 4 Jun 2025 10:00 pm

In the line of duty: Army leads tireless search, rescue operations after landslides in North Sikkim

Following the devastating landslide in North Sikkim's Chatten, the Indian Army is tirelessly conducting rescue and relief operations amidst challenging weather and terrain. Lachen village, once isolated, has been reconnected, and stranded tourists are being evacuated. Despite setbacks due to poor visibility, efforts persist to locate missing personnel and provide aid to those affected by the disaster.

The Times of India 4 Jun 2025 8:14 pm

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang holds high-level meeting to take stock of situation in landslide-hit Mangan

GANGTOK: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Wednesday held a high-level meeting with senior state government officials to take stock of the situation in landslide-hit Mangan district. Three army personnel were killed and six soldiers went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chaten. Several others were also injured. The landslide, which occurred at 7 pm on Sunday near Lachen town in Mangan district, was triggered by heavy rainfall in the area. Today, I convened a high-level meeting with the chief secretary and senior officials from the Planning and Land & Revenue Departments to take stock of the concerning situation in Mangan district, he said in a social media post. What is unfolding is truly heartbreaking. Our people are facing immense hardship due to this natural calamity and my heart goes out to every family affected, he said referring to large-scale destruction of road infrastructure due to landslides triggered by heavy rain in Mangan district. The chief minister said that he has directed all departments to act swiftly and in close coordination with the NDRF, SDRF, BRO, TAAS, and other agencies concerned to ensure that rescue and relief operations are carried out without delay. Every possible effort is being made to reach those in need, he said. Tamang urged all residents and tourists not to panic as the state government is doing everything within its power to manage the situation and protect lives. We are with you at every step, and we will not rest until safety and normalcy are restored, he said, while appealing for unity, strength, and cooperation from everyone. Let us stand together as one family, and we will overcome this challenge with courage and compassion, he said. The state government has already declared the damage caused by incessant rainfall in Mangan district since May 28 as a disaster under Section 22(2)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, according to an official statement. The declaration was issued by the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) and the Land Revenue and Disaster Management Department. Meanwhile, around 109 tourists stranded in Lachen in north Sikkim for nearly a week due to landslides were brought to Chaten on Wednesday for air evacuation, as and when the weather permits, officials said. Despite damage to connectivity, approximately 109 stranded tourists have successfully reached Chaten from Lachen through coordinated efforts of the state government, Indian Army and local support teams, they said. All tourists have been safely accommodated in nearby hotels and at the Army camp in Chaten and are being prepared for air evacuation, as and when the weather permits, they said. No tourists are stranded in Lachen anymore, officials added. Due to constant bad weather in the region, helicopter sorties from Pakyong Airport could not take place during the day, they said. Two MI-17 V5 helicopters remain stationed at Pakyong on standby for immediate deployment once flying conditions improve, they said. Earlier in the day, Relief Commissioner-cum-Secretary Mingma T Sherpa, SSDMA Director Prabhakar Rai, his deputy Rajiv Roka visited Pakyong airport during the day to assess the situation and oversee preparedness for the resumption of rescue and relief operations. The ongoing relief operations in north Sikkim faced a critical setback after two key bridges over the Taran Chu River, situated between Munshithang and Chaten, were confirmed to have been washed away earlier due to incessant rain, severing motorable access to Chaten from Lachen. The loss of infrastructure has intensified the logistical challenges of the ongoing disaster response. In view of the washed-away bridges and suspension of aerial sorties, the state government is exploring an alternative ground-based evacuation route using a phased transshipment strategy. The officials said that the state government remains fully engaged in managing the disaster response by ensuring continuous coordination with central agencies and the armed forces to safeguard lives and provide essential relief. The restoration of connectivity and timely evacuation remain top priorities as the authorities continue to navigate through adverse terrain and weather conditions. The state administration is actively coordinating with local authorities to provide relief and facilitate evacuations in Mangan district, the officials said. The district administration has also appealed to the public to stay alert and cooperate with local authorities and the army.

The New Indian Express 4 Jun 2025 7:07 pm

Sikkim landslides: Two Americans among 33 rescued by Indian Air Force

North Sikkim has witnessed devastating landslides triggered by heavy rainfall, prompting the air force to initiate urgent rescue and relief operations in Chaten. An earlier attempt to evacuate 113 stranded tourists from Lachen early on Wednesday had to be called off due to poor conditions

Mid Day 4 Jun 2025 6:30 pm

Sikkim landslides: IAF evacuates 33 people, including 2 US nationals, from Chaten region

Following devastating landslides in Sikkim, the Indian Air Force launched humanitarian assistance operations, evacuating 33 individuals, including two US nationals, from the isolated Chaten region. IAF helicopters airdropped relief supplies and inserted NDRF teams. The Indian Army also established a walkway to Lachen village, assisting 113 stranded tourists after rescuing 1,678 from Lachung and Chungthang.

The Economic Times 4 Jun 2025 4:53 pm

Northeast Flash Floods: Havoc in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Manipur Claiming lives, Aid Missing The Wire India

Northeast Flash Floods: Havoc in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Manipur Claiming lives, Aid MissingThe Wire India

Manipur 4 Jun 2025 4:33 pm

Six Military Persons go Missing in Sikkim Landslide

According to Army sources, search operations are continuing with urgency to locate the six individuals still missing after the landslide

Deccan Chronicle 4 Jun 2025 4:19 pm

Sikkim landslides: IAF evacuates 33 as rescue efforts intensify

Gangtok: Amid relentless rainfall and landslides wreaking havoc across Sikkim, the Indian armed forces have intensified their Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations to aid the affected population in the northeastern state. On Wednesday, the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully rescued 33 people, including two US nationals, from the remote Chaten region of North []

orissapost 4 Jun 2025 4:11 pm

Army men reach Sikkim's Lachen, 113 stranded tourists to be evacuated soon

At least 1,678 tourists were rescued from Lachung and Chungthang two days ago, while 34 others, including some foreigners and family members of the armed forces, were successfully airlifted

The Hindu 4 Jun 2025 3:00 pm

Search for missing Lt Col, five others continues after Sikkim landslide; army battles weather, terrain in rescue ops

GUWAHATI: The Army on Wednesday said there was still no trace of six individuals, including a Lieutenant Colonel, reported missing after a major landslide in Sikkim. The landslide had struck a military camp at Chaten in North Sikkim on Sunday night. Search operations continue with urgency to locate the six individuals. The missing persons include Lieutenant Colonel Pritpal Singh Sandhu, Subedar Dharamveer, Naik Sunilal Muchahary, Sepoy Sainudheen PK, Squadron Leader Aarti Sandhu (Retd), wife of Lieutenant Colonel Sandhu, and their daughter Miss Amayra Sandhu, a defence ministry statement said. Three personnel had lost their lives in the incident while four others were rescued. The four had sustained minor injuries.The Army has deployed specialised teams and engineering equipment in the search and rescue operations. However, the ongoing efforts have been significantly hampered by extremely bad weather, unstable ground, and the challenging high-altitude terrain. The statement also said that the Indian Army was working relentlessly under extreme weather and hazardous terrain conditions to assist local residents and stranded tourists. Lachen village, the main hub for tourism in the region, has been completely cut off. The Army has established foot connectivity to the village and reached out to 113 stranded tourists, who will be evacuated soon. On 03 June 2025, 30 tourists, including some foreign nationals, were successfully airlifted by military helicopters, the statement further stated.

The New Indian Express 4 Jun 2025 2:41 pm

Centre Assures Full Support To Sikkim And Manipur Amid Flood Crisis: Scindia Northeast Today

Centre Assures Full Support To Sikkim And Manipur Amid Flood Crisis: ScindiaNortheast Today

Manipur 4 Jun 2025 1:16 pm

Sikkim landslide: Lt. Col., his retired IAF officer wife among six missing

Army team reaches 113 stranded tourists at Lachen on foot to evacuate them

The Hindu 4 Jun 2025 12:35 pm

Committed to providing support to affected in Sikkim, Manipur: Jyotiraditya Scindia Northeast Live

Committed to providing support to affected in Sikkim, Manipur: Jyotiraditya ScindiaNortheast Live

Manipur 4 Jun 2025 10:06 am

34 tourists, family members of army personnel airlifted from Sikkims landslide hit Chaten

Three army personnel were killed and six soldiers went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chaten

The Hindu 4 Jun 2025 4:11 am

Centre steps in as Northeast battles floods

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged support to Assam, Sikkim, and Manipur, which are grappling with severe floods. He spoke with the respective chief ministers and the governor, assuring them of full central government assistance for relief and rehabilitation efforts. The floods have impacted thousands, damaged homes, and left tourists stranded, prompting rescue operations by NDRF personnel.

The Economic Times 4 Jun 2025 12:51 am

Sikkim: Man dies after tree falls at road construction site near Rumtek

Guwahati: A 45-year-old man tragically died after a tree fell on him at a road construction site near Rumtek on the Gangtok Bypass in Sikkim, police reported on Tuesday around 3 pm. The deceased, identified as Santosh Giri, was working at the construction site when the accident occurred. Despite the prompt arrival of emergency services, [] The post Sikkim: Man dies after tree falls at road construction site near Rumtek appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 3 Jun 2025 11:15 pm

Planning Sikkim Trip This Monsoon? Tourist Passes Suspended, What Travellers Must Know

Floods and landslides in Sikkim have stranded over 100 tourists in Lachen. Tourist passes are suspended. An NDRF helicopter has been deployed. PM Modi assured support.

News18 3 Jun 2025 8:03 pm

BOSSE result 2025 for class 12 declared at bosse.ac.in; here's how to check

The Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education (BOSSE), Sikkim, has declared the Class 12 results for the April 2025 exams today, June 3, after 5 PM. Students can access their marksheets via the official website using their roll number, date of birth, and application number. Over 8,000 students appeared in the exams held from April 15 to May 10. Physical copies are available at study centers, and support is offered for result-related issues.

The Times of India 3 Jun 2025 6:58 pm

PM Modi speaks to Assam and Sikkim CMs, Manipur Governor on flood situation, assures full support Sarkaritel.com

PM Modi speaks to Assam and Sikkim CMs, Manipur Governor on flood situation, assures full supportSarkaritel.com

Manipur 3 Jun 2025 3:08 pm

Northeast Floods: PM Modi speaks to Assam, Sikkim CMs and Manipur Governor, assures full support

Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang also shared a post on X, thanking PM Modi for his concern about the flood and landslide situation in the state.

DNA India 3 Jun 2025 2:27 pm