I write:. Quest for Gorkhaland: A century-long struggle for identity and autonomy . The Gorkhaland demand in Darjeeling has persisted for over 100 years, driven by the Gorkha community's quest for statehood. Despite partial administrative measures, the issue remains unresolved,.

A Darjeeling man was gifted a packet of Darjeeling Tea by another Darjeeling man 😊.

Are you aware of the concept of 'Mul Phutnu' in Gorkha Culture? . In the context of water, "Mul phutnu" (मूल फुट्नु) refers to the emergence or springing up of water sources, such as:. 1. Springs: Natural water sources emerging from the ground. 2. Water sources: New water.

We write:.India's sacred groves are ancient forests protected by tribal communities that preserve biodiversity and culture. Despite modern threats, these green sanctuaries remain crucial for ecological balance and traditional knowledge. via @IndiaTodayNE.

It's disheartening to observe that the October 2023 Teesta GLOF disaster's impact on the downstream Darjeeling catchment, particularly the Kalimpong hills, has been largely ignored by government, media, and researchers. The more I delve into the literature, the more frustrated I.

What is digital nomad vilage? Why do they use such terms?.Most of the homestays across rural Sikkim- Darjeeling hills hve internet facility these days. And so are in other hills . What's so special about it? .Stay in the Himalayan villages for a month and report the hardships.

We write:. As India aims to provide piped water to every rural home, the drying of springs in the Himalayan region threatens to undermine progress. Infrastructure is not enough — India's national water goals must take into account the revival of Himalayan springs.

The damage assessment of the DM office was around 121 crore and not 1200 crore.

Teesta Glacial Lake Outburst Flood and Disaster Management Concerns in India. The Teesta Glacial Lake Outburst Flood of October 2023 caused widespread devastation in Sikkim and the Darjeeling hills. While Sikkim received significant attention, including extensive media coverage,.

We are delighted to announce the successful completion of the national research project titled ‘Spring Rejuvenation for Water Security in Himalaya,’ funded by the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), Government of India. Implemented across selected aspirational districts

Crossing through the sensitive Siliguri Corridor known also as 'Chicken's Neck'. We need a proper socio-economic study of this strategic corridor.

Travelling frm Kolkata to NJP by #SatabdiExpress this afternoon after over a decade. The deterioration of this express train is clearly visible. It started in 2012 with much fanfare and promise. I got the opportunity to travel in the first week it's inception. The train was neat,

Mountains are crying due to the flood of humans and vehicles trampling their fragile ecosystems. When will this wave of destructive mass tourism stop?

I think, she should focus more on ensuring the security of Siliguri Corridor and sensitive border districts of West Bengal rather than recking the issue of PoK.

This is what we hve been teaching to our PG students for the last 20 years. A hazard can be natural or human triggered but it turns into disaster only if human comes on its way. For eg, the 2023 Teesta GLOF was a hazard which turned into disaster because of the hydro-dam and.

Relevant and pertinent message from PM of India on Disaster resilience.

Sikkim@50: An Incredible story of transformation. In 50 years of statehood, Sikkim has emerged from being a small Himalayan outpost to a sustainable development leader. Its unique blend of tradition, eco-governance, and grassroots empowerment makes it a national and global.