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Bagdogra airport's new terminal to be completed by March 2027: Airport Director Mohammad Arif
Darjeeling, February 15: Airport Authority of India's (AAI) Airport Director Mohammad Arif confirmed the construction of a new terminal building of the Bagdogra airport by March 2027.
Flag hosting ceremony held at Batasia War Memorial to pay tribute to soliders
Darjeeling, February 14: The Flag Hoisting Ceremony and Inauguration of the Flag Mast at Batasia War Memorial was held on Friday in a solemn and grand tribute to the valour and sacrifices of Indian soldiers, including the revered Gorkha Soldiers.
Citizen Action Party claims 'hidden agenda' over Darjeeling-Sikkim merger
Gangtok, February 12: The Citizen Action Party-Sikkim on Tuesday raised concerns about the recent meetings between Sikkim and Darjeeling leaders, suggesting a 'hidden agenda' regarding the potential merger of the two regions.
West Bengal: National Seminar on 'Nalanda Buddhism in 21st Century' held in Darjeeling
Darjeeling, February 10: A national seminar on "Nalanda Buddhism in the 21st Century" and the recognition of Monastic Education under the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) was held on Sunday in West Bengal's Darjeeling.
Sikkim-Darjeeling merger not possible: Sikkim CM Prem Singh Golay
Gangtok, February 5: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Golay dismissed speculation regarding the Sikkim-Darjeeling merger on Wednesday, saying that certain politicians and the opposition party are simply spreading rumours.
Tibetan President in exile stresses preservation of Tibetan identity amidst Chinese misinformation
Darjeeling, January 31: Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the President of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile, visited Sambhota Tibetan School in Darjeeling, where he addressed the local Tibetan community about the ongoing oppression by China and the importance of preserving Tibetan identity, as reported by Tibet.net.