Sikkim celebrated a monumental achievement on World Wetland Day (Feb 2) with the designation of the sacred Khachoedpalri Lake as its first-ever Ramsar Site, recognized as a Wetland of International Importance.
Sikkim Chief Minister Minister Prem Singh Tamang has requested the Ministry of Jal Shakti to constitute a team of experts to study Teesta river's morphology, assess the damage, and provide guidance, resources, and expert recommendations.
Governor Lakshman Acharya administered the oath of office and secrecy to Tamang and his Council of Ministers during the swearing-in ceremony at Paljor stadium.
The ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha party (SKM) has announced its list of candidates for the 32 member Sikkim Assembly polls with Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang slated to contest from two constituencies, including his son Aditya Tamang’s seat of Soreng Chakung.
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Friday said that the Government will restore the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for State government employees appointed on or after April 1, 2006.
