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However, riders coming from Bhutan are exempted from the ILP, as India and Bhutan share a uniquely close relationship governed by the Indo-Bhutan Friendship Treaty.

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Dirty Angels Motorcycle Club (DAMC), the organisers of the first edition of the Sikkim Riders Meet (SRM), have informed that an Inner Line Permit (ILP) is mandatory for riders coming from foreign countries, including Nepal.

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Sikkim High Court has suspended District Judge Prajwal Khatiwada, currently serving as the District and Sessions Judge , following allegations of administrative irregularities and misconduct during his earlier tenure as RG of the High Court.

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Lokendra Football Academy (LFA), founded by former footballer Lokendra Gurung, has selected 35 young footballers for its 2027 session following a series of selection trials conducted across different parts of West Sikkim since the beginning of October.

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Nunam Phung Subba from Sombaria, West Sikkim, secured Miss Charm Northeast 2026 title (Top 3 at Miss Grandiose Northeast 2026), held in Jorhat, Assam, from October 27 to 29.

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According to the organisers, of the total audience, approximately 8,348 were from Sikkim, while 6,652 travelled from outside the State. #Nepathya

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The court noted that States like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand along with neighbouring nation of Bhutan have already installed early warning systems for mitigating #GLOF disaster risk, and sought similar measures for Sikkim

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Sikkim is all set to host the 49th Yonex Sunrise Junior National Badminton Championship 2026 from November 14 to 21 at Paljor Stadium, Gangtok.

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As part of its key initiatives for 2027, the #SKM Students Wing announced its plans to organise the 2nd Inter College Sikkim Government Futsal Tournament 2027 and the 1st Inter College Battle of the Bands 2027

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Politics, power, empty promises, and a system that never changes. Gingerfeet’s newly released music video, ‘So What?!’, is a satirical take on the absurdities of politics, wrapped in raw alternative rock energy. #gingerfeet

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Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh has proposed the establishment of a Centre of Excellence dedicated to #Siri cattle (local cows) in Sikkim.

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Sikkim witnessed a landmark moment for its emerging Concert and Creative Economy as ‘Nepathya Live in Sikkim – Let’s Get Loud: Celebrate Sikkim’ drew a full-house audience of more than 15,000 people to Gangtok, on November 1.
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The High Court of Sikkim has called for extending the existing building regulations across Sikkim to bring construction activities under a proper regulatory framework, expressing concern over unchecked proliferation of structures in remote areas.
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Prominent educationist Dr. HP Chhetri was felicitated by Sikkim Pharmacy Council in recognition of his distinguished contribution to education and development of professional and higher learning in the State.

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#sikkimexpress Sikkim Police Inspector Silash Tamang, currently posted at Gangtok Traffic Branch, has been selected for the prestigious "Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026" also known as the Union Home Minister’s Dakshata Medal.

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Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang (Golay) on Thursday addressed the inaugural session of the 14th International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2026 at Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting the immense tourism potential of the Northeastern region.

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The High Court of Sikkim has directed the State government to frame rules for implementing the Sikkim Sewerage and Sewage Disposal Act, 2025, within three months, observing that the legislation must be made operational without delay.

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Yet, with steep terrain making healthcare access a challenge and tobacco products remaining widely accessible, officials face an uphill task.

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The second day of Sikkim Arts and Literature Festival at White Memorial Hall and Orchidarium here brought together writers, poets, publishers, filmmakers, theatre practitioners and conservationists for a series of engaging discussions.

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The High Court of Sikkim has ordered inspections of pharmaceutical companies and other industries across the State to check their waste management systems and prevent the discharge of waste into rivers and streams

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