Devraaj Adhikari
Bengaluru, February 15, 2026 — The strategic partnership between India and France is set to shift gears this week as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hosts his French counterpart, Catherine Vautrin, for the 6th Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru on February 17. This isn’t just another diplomatic calendar event; it marks Vautrin’s first visit to India … Read more
Siliguri, February 15, 2026 – Commuters in North Bengal will soon benefit from new stoppages approved for several key trains at local stations, with formal flagging-off ceremonies scheduled for February 16 and 17, 2026. Darjeeling MP Raju Bista announced the developments, extending invitations to the public to join him and local MLAs for the events. … Read more
Dibrugarh, February 14, 2026 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated a crucial Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on the Moran Bypass of National Highway-37 in Dibrugarh, Assam. The facility is designed to strengthen India’s air defense capabilities and provide vital logistics support along the country’s sensitive northeastern borders. The Moran ELF is the latest addition … Read more
Siliguri, February 14, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista visited Darjeeling More today to review the ongoing construction of the Rail Over Bridge (ROB) and the Sevoke-Balason Elevated Highway Corridor Project. During the inspection, Bista examined the progress of the two-tier elevated structure designed to facilitate seamless traffic flow from Darjeeling, Bagdogra, and … Read more
New Delhi, February 14, 2026 — In a major push toward strengthening India’s logistics and passenger rail infrastructure, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three massive multi-tracking projects for the Ministry of Railways. With an estimated total cost of ₹18,509 crore, these projects are set to … Read more
Kolkata, February 14, 2026 — Panic gripped Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport this morning when a handwritten bomb threat note was spotted in the lavatory of an IndiGo aircraft preparing for takeoff to Shillong. Flight 6E3074, set to leave at 9:15 AM, was immediately halted during boarding. Passengers were swiftly and safely evacuated, and … Read more
New Delhi, February 14, 2026 — In a major step toward securing the nation’s digital infrastructure, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an agreement with Synergy Quantum India to develop an automated tool that detects “quantum-vulnerable” cryptographic algorithms. This initiative, under the National Quantum Mission, aims to protect critical sectors like defense, … Read more
Gyalshing, February 14, 2026 – The People to People Health Foundation (PPHF), Yuksam, in collaboration with HRDP–HDFC Bank Parivartan and 72nd Battalion SSB, conducted a Torrent Training Initiative on Flood Control, Earthquake, and Landslide Management at Government Senior Secondary School, Khechuperi, on February 13. Panchayat President Shri Sonam Wangdi Bhutia inaugurated the event as Chief … Read more
MUMBAI / GANGTOK — In a major push to elevate Sikkim’s agricultural profile on the international stage, a high-level delegation from the Farmers’ Welfare Board of Sikkim is currently participating in the prestigious Vitafoods India 2026 Expo in Mumbai. The three-day event, which serves as a premier gateway for the nutraceutical and dietary supplement sectors, … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his “warm congratulations” to his Barbadian counterpart, Mia Amor Mottley, following her historic third consecutive electoral victory. The outreach highlights the strengthening of bilateral ties between India and the Caribbean nation under Mottley’s leadership. In a message shared on Friday, Prime Minister Modi emphasized … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman on Friday, extending his “warm congratulations” on the party’s decisive victory in Bangladesh’s national parliamentary elections. The phone call and subsequent social media posts mark a significant diplomatic outreach as Bangladesh undergoes its first major political … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 — In a landmark move following the inauguration of the new Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) complex, Seva Teerth, Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed four key files that signal a powerful commitment to “Seva” (service) across all sections of society. These first executive actions, taken from the state-of-the-art facility, focus on … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today, congratulating her on presenting nine consecutive Union Budgets—a historic first—and raising key concerns related to the welfare of tea garden workers in West Bengal. In a post on X accompanied by photographs from the meeting, Bista … Read more
Dhaka, February 13, 2026 – The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has achieved a resounding victory in the parliamentary elections held on February 12, securing a clear two-thirds majority in the 300-seat Jatiya Sangsad, according to official results and party declarations. Led by acting chairman Tarique Rahman, the BNP’s triumph marks its return to power after … Read more
Sevoke, February 13, 2026 – A car en route to Gangtok plunged off Bandarey Cliff into the Teesta River at 29th Mile on NH-10 early this morning, killing two passengers instantly and injuring two others. The group had attended a wedding in Siliguri the previous night and was returning to Gangtok when the vehicle lost … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 – The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has officially rebranded the I-League as the Indian Football League (IFL), effective from the 2025-26 season, marking a fresh identity for India’s second-tier club football competition. The decision was approved by the AIFF Executive Committee during an online meeting on Thursday, February 12, … Read more
New Delhi, February 13, 2026 – Commuters on national highways will soon pay lower toll fees on partially operational expressway stretches, following an amendment to the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways announced that when an expressway is not fully open end-to-end, tolls for … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista today strongly criticised the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal during his speech in Parliament on The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill 2026, accusing it of failing to implement the Centre’s progressive labour reforms and neglecting tea garden workers. Speaking in the Lok … Read more
Gangtok, February 12, 2026 – A delegation from the Sikkim Football Association (SFA), led by President Mr. Menla Ethenpa, paid a courtesy visit to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on February 4, marking a milestone for football development in the state. During the meeting, AFC Secretary General Dato Seri Windsor … Read more
New Delhi, February 12, 2026 – Darjeeling Lok Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Raju Bista held a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah today to push for faster implementation of development projects in the Darjeeling hills, Terai, and Dooars regions. In a post on X accompanied by a photograph of the meeting, Bista … Read more