The Sikkim government has banned animal slaughter in the state for 15 days, starting from today(February 28), to mark a Buddhist holy fortnight of the Tibetan calender.
You’ve seen orchids with dazzling blooms and lush green leaves. But what if an orchid had no leaves at all and survived in complete darkness, hidden beneath the forest floor? Meet nature’s underground wonders—orchids that rely entirely on fungi for their survival.
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, celebrated for its leadership in organic farming, adds another milestone to its sustainability journey by integrating organic aquaculture practices.
In a significant move to address the state's low fertility rate, the Government of Sikkim has entered into a technical collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) to enhance sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services across the state.
