Sikkim
State Desk • 23 Reports
Sikkim spots rare Eurasian lynx
Sikkim has spotted a rare Eurasian lynx, the first-ever photograph of the species in the state and only the second confirmed record from the Eastern Himalayas.
Sikkim tourism crosses 1 million mark in 5 months
Sikkim's tourism sector has crossed the one-million visitor mark within the first five months of 2026, with domestic travellers accounting for more than 97 per cent of the total arrivals.
Eurasian Lynx Photographed in Sikkim
The elusive Eurasian lynx has been photographed for the first time in Sikkim, marking only the second photographic record of the species in the Eastern Himalayas. The discovery highlights the ecological significance of Sikkim's high-altitude rangelands.
Sikkim: 5 held for attempted murder over polluting crusher plant
A resident of Sikkim's Daramdin constituency was allegedly attacked in an attempted murder linked to a community campaign against a polluting crusher and hot mix plant. Five people, including the alleged mastermind and a government contractor, have been arrested.
Artificial Insemination Brings Hope to Yak Breeding
Scientists from the National Research Centre on Yak have successfully demonstrated estrous synchronisation and fixed-time artificial insemination technology in yaks under field conditions in Sikkim, leading to the birth of 10 healthy yak calves. This breakthrough is expected to encourage wider adoption of assisted reproductive technologies among yak-rearing communities.
Sikkim records 17% above normal monsoon rainfall till June 30
Sikkim has recorded 17% above normal monsoon rainfall till June 30, with 514.8 mm of rainfall, according to the Indian Meteorological Department. The recent spells of rain are largely due to localised thunderstorm activity.