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Press Release by Passang Sherpa I stand in solidarity with fellow Sikkimese against the idea of Darjeeling Sikkim Merger theory raised by Gorkha Rashtriya Congress.  I would like to take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to Bharatiya Janta Party for being first political party to condemn the demand of Sikkim Darjeeling merger after GRC submitted its resolution to the Governor of West Bengal. I would also like to thank ruling SKM Government for strongly standing for the common interest of Sikkimese people. It is heartening to see that people across party lines have unitedly stood for a common cause. May this unity continue in every issue concerning Sikkim and its  people. The demand of merger is outrightly rejected by the people of Sikkim as it is neither constitutional nor justifiable. Such propaganda can lead to social and political instability in a very sensitive state bordering three countries and most importantly China, which can be a threat to the nation. Therefo

VACCINATION UPDATE Gangtok : Revised Covid-19 Vaccination Programme Guidelines From 21 June, 2021, everyone above 18 years of age will be eligible for vaccination. In Rural areas (PHCs and PHSCs), there will mostly be on-site or on-the-spotregistration.Only a few slots will be made availablefor online registration.In Urban areas, there will be 50% online registration and 50% on-site registration.This will also apply for CRH, Manipal. All vaccination sites will be open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm. Towards the end of the day's session, if there are still a good number of people at the vaccination site, and if there is enough manpower and vaccines, the vaccination can continue till 4pm. From next week onwards, the online vaccination slots for the entire week will be opened every Saturday of the previous week at 8am. For example, for next week, the slots will open at 8am this Saturday (26h June, 2021). For people who have taken the first dose of vaccine, and who need to tra

On11th and 12th of June, Northeast India experienced the successful first edition of Northeast Women Leaders conference 2021 (virtual). Over 160 participants from different states of Northeast and India as well as foreign participants from Thailand, France, Aruba took part. Northeast Women Leaders is a collaborative platform. It is the first-ever conference in the region which is not just limited to the conference but also a blended holistic & futuristic approach within the 2 days of the scheduled conference.  On Day 1, attendees experienced inspiring speeches and success stories of different speakers. The opening speaker was Hasina Kharbhih (Founder Impulse NGO Network, Impulse Social Enterprises) followed by Bipasha Hrangkhawl (First Lady Air Traffic Controller), Karishma Kakoti (Founder & Interior Designer – KA Design), Maria Pangambam (Miss Earth India 2020 2nd Runner Up & Femina Miss India Manipur 2020) and lastly Subi Taba (Civil Servant from Arunachal Pradesh & A

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT STATE-WIDE VACCINATION DRIVE STARTING TODAY -         For the 18-45 years age group from rural and semi-urban areas, the vaccination sites will be all PHSCs, all PHCs, Urban PHC Ranipool, and all four District Hospitals.   -         For the above sites, there will be 100% on-site registration, or on-the-spot registration. One should compulsorily carry their Aadhar card. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THESE SITES, except for Mangan where 20 slots have been kept for online mode of registration.   -         The vaccination sites for the Urban population will be STNM Hospital (AYUSH Wing), and Urban PHC (Thakurbari Temple Hall), Gangtok.   -         Both these sites will require prior ONLINE REGISTRATION. There are 150 slots per day for STNM and 600 slots per day for UPHC Thakurbari. The booking will open at 8 am one day in advance.  Both Sikkimese and non-Sikkimese people can apply through online mode.   -         A provision has also been made for ON-S

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Union Minister Shri Narendra Singh Tomar launches Horticulture Cluster Development ProgrammeIn pilot phase, Programme to be implemented in 12 clusters covering 11 States/UTsThe programme will benefit about 10 lakh farmers and is expected to attract an investment of Rs. 10,000 crore when implemented in all the 53 clusters To ensure holistic growth of horticulture, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfaree Shri Narendra Singh Tomar virtually launched the Horticulture Cluster Development Programme (CDP) today. In a pilot phase, the programme will be implemented in 12 horticulture clusters out of the total 53 clusters selected for the programme. A central sector programme implemented by the National Horticulture Board (NHB) of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, CDP aims at growing and developing identified horticulture clusters to make them globally competitive.     Shri Tomar, in his speech, highlighted that the progra

Northeast Women Leaders Conference 2021 (Virtual) is scheduled to be held from the 11th to 12th June 2021. The platform is created especially for the women community and youths to create a change in Northeast India. This year, for the first time they are introducing different speakers & panelists from different fields of work. The idea is to create a sense of energy among the young generation that they can achieve whatever they want in life. From Entertainment to Beauty Pageant to Civil Service to Businesses to Politics and much more, they have it all. The North East has never witnessed such a get-together of speakers and is excited to become a part of this process of empowerment of young girls.  REGISTER: https://forms.gle/yTirrdwXdQGC8FN99  Northeast Women Leaders is a collaborative platform. It is the first-ever conference in the region which is not just limited to the conference but also a blended holistic & futuristic approach with a leadership prog

CBSE Class XII Board Exams cancelled Class XII results will be made as per a well-defined objective criteria in a time-bound manner Decision on Class 12 CBSE Exams has been taken in the interest of students: PM Health and safety of our students is of utmost importance and there would be no compromise on this aspect: PM Anxiety among students, parents and teachers, which must be put to an end: PM Students should not be forced to appear for exams in such a stressful situation: PM All stakeholders need to show sensitivity for students: PM The Prime Minister chaired a review meeting regarding the Class XII   Board exams of CBSE. Officials gave a detailed presentation on the wide and extensive consultation held so far and views received from all stakeholders, including State governments. In view of the uncertain conditions due to COVID and the feedback obtained from various stakeholders, it was decided that Class XII Board Exams would not be held this year. It was also decided that CBSE wil