The iconic statue of Lady Justice at the Indian Supreme Court's judges' library has been reimagined to align with a more indigenous legal identity. The statue, traditionally depicted with a sword and blindfold, now holds a copy of the Indian Constitution with her eyes unveiled. This shift symbolizes a move towards fair and equal treatment for all citizens, placing emphasis on the Constitution as the foundation of justice. This change, overseen by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, is part of a broader effort to shed colonial symbols and traditions. Additionally, Sikkim Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang recently attended a State-Level International Labour Day celebration, marking the state's commitment to indigenous practices and traditions.
The Sikkim Strength Lifting team, led by Coach Shri Pema Dorjee Bhutia, met with Governor Om Prakash Mathur to share their successful experience at the 11th World Strength Lifting and Incline Bench Press Championship in Kazakhstan. With an impressive 28 medals, the team proudly reported that India emerged as the overall champion among 12 participating countries. The Governor congratulated the team and encouraged them to continue their dedication and hard work, recognizing their achievements as a source of national pride.
In a major shakeup of state governors, President Droupadi Murmu has announced the appointment of six new governors and the replacement of three existing governors. This includes the appointment of close aide of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, K Kailashnathan, as the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. Veteran BJP leader Om Prakash Mathur will also assume the role of governor of Sikkim, while former Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura, Jishnu Dev Varma, has been appointed as the new governor of Telangana. Additionally, the governor positions of Assam, Manipur, and Maharashtra will also see new appointees.
Om Prakash Mathur, a veteran BJP leader from Rajasthan, has been appointed as the 18th Governor of Sikkim and is set to be sworn in tomorrow at the Raj Bhavan. He has recently retired from active politics and has served in various positions within the BJP. The new Governor has expressed his commitment to assisting the growth of Sikkim's tourism, agriculture, and other vital sectors. He has also received congratulatory wishes from various political leaders, including Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang.
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, visited India to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the revered Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama. This visit has angered China, which warned the US officials to refrain from meeting the Dalai Lama. The US delegation's engagement with the exiled Tibetan leader sends a strong message to China at a time when Sino-US and Indo-China relations are strained. The US is expected to pass the Resolve Tibet Act soon, showing support for Tibet's right to self-determination.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited his constituency of Varanasi for the first time since the Lok Sabha polls and announced the release of Rs. 20,000 crore to 9.26 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme. He also presented certificates to over 30,000 women from self help groups. In other news, IAS officer Ashwani Kumar has been appointed as the Commissioner of the MCD by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, while rescue operations are underway to relocate stranded tourists in Sikkim. In a surprise move, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has resigned from the Wayanad seat in Kerala and will now only represent Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh.
Heavy rainfall in Sikkim has caused widespread devastation, leaving six people dead and disrupting the lives of thousands. The deluge has resulted in multiple roadblocks and landslides, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach stranded tourists. The situation has become so dire that local residents are calling for airlift assistance, but continuous heavy rain is preventing these efforts. With warnings issued to residents along the Teesta River, the damage caused by the floods continues to grow.
As India gears up for the Lok Sabha 2024 elections, many are curious about how to check the results. With the elections spanning from April 19 to June 1, the final outcome will be announced on June 4. With 960 million voters participating, the results will determine the majority in the lower house of India's parliament. In addition, state assembly elections will also take place in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. Stay updated with the latest news and live updates on the election results through various platforms.
The newly-elected MLAs of Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) have passed a resolution to elect Prem Singh Tamang as their legislature party leader and stake claim to form the next government. After Tamang submitted the resolution to Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, he asked Tamang to continue as the chief minister for the time being. The SKM won 31 out of 32 seats in the assembly elections, making Tamang the clear choice for the CM post.
The recent Assembly elections in Sikkim saw the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) emerge victorious with a stunning 31 out of 32 seats. This victory marks the second consecutive defeat for the once-dominant Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF). Despite the SKM and the BJP contesting separately, SKM chief Prem Singh Tamang stated that his party is still a part of the BJP-led NDA. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Tamang on Twitter and expressed his desire to work together for the progress of Sikkim. Tamang responded with a commitment to continue development efforts and gratitude for Modi's support. The lone SDF candidate to win was Tenzing Norbu Lamtha, while Tamang's wife, Krishna Kumari Rai, also secured a seat.