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October 8, 2025, 02:55 PM - 4 min read
The Geological Survey of India said last week’s Darjeeling landslides were triggered by heavy October rains on waterlogged slopes, warning that unplanned construction has worsened the risk.
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June 18, 2025, 12:52 PM - 3 min read
All adventure sports have been suspended in the North Bengal Hills following the onset of monsoon. The GTA’s decision, driven by safety concerns, applies to paragliding, rafting, and other high-risk activities, and follows a spate of weather-related accidents in the Himalayan region.
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May 28, 2025, 02:33 PM - 4 min read
The Bengal government has greenlit a new hill township near Darjeeling to ease the tourist and population burden. Planned at Rangarun Tea Garden, the project aims at sustainable growth, with experts backing it—cautiously—while heritage and environment remain key concerns.
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December 13, 2024, 07:30 PM - 3 min read
The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) has proposed establishing a primary health centre in Sandakphu to address healthcare gaps amid rising tourist safety concerns. This follows the tragic death of a tourist, highlighting the region's lack of medical facilities and reliance on traditional healing practices.
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