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Donated the Winner Trophy,Runner-Up Trophy,other trophies and medals in the memory of lt.Naina Singh Tamling and Lt.Shre...
02/11/2024

Donated the Winner Trophy,Runner-Up Trophy,other trophies and medals in the memory of lt.Naina Singh Tamling and Lt.Shree Maya khewa by the Family(RajenTamling,ChandraHangTamling Chandra Hang Yakthungba ,
DewHangTamling,NingwaHangmaTamling) to the organizing committe "Young Youth of Tikjek" For the Diwali Men's Open Futsal Tournament-2024.

We are Thankful to the family members.

Regards
Young Youths of Tikjek

2nd Match SEMI FINAL Mens open futsal Tournament organized by Young Youth of Tikjek.Chief Guest Sh.Raju Limboo. During t...
02/11/2024

2nd Match SEMI FINAL Mens open futsal Tournament organized by Young Youth of Tikjek.Chief Guest Sh.Raju Limboo.
During the match between Sapung warriors v/s LTDA Geyzing.
Sapunng warriors entered Final winning LTDA geyzing in Penalty Shot.

02/11/2024

Semi-final in Mens Open Football Tournament-2024 at NPST Ground Upper Tikjek organized by Young Youth Of Tikjek

2nd match
Sapung Warriors v/s LTDA Geyzing

02/11/2024

Address by Chief Guest Sh.Raju Limboo during Semi-Final of Mens Open Futsal Tournament Orgd.By Young Youths of Tikjek.

Soreng, November 2 (IPR): This morning, Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang celebrated Deepawali with his family in his ...
02/11/2024

Soreng, November 2 (IPR):
This morning, Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang celebrated Deepawali with his family in his hometown of Singling, Soreng. He expressed a deep sense of gratitude and love, noting that being with his mother, the “pillar of strength” for their family, was especially meaningful to him.

In addition to spending time with his mother, he visited his sisters and their families, extending heartfelt wishes for the auspicious occasion of Lakshmi Puja. He conveyed hopes that the festival of lights would bring joy and prosperity to all.

TRAGIC: Vehicle met with an accident near Batasia near Raivilla Darjeeling claiming two lives. Drive cautiously and avoi...
02/11/2024

TRAGIC: Vehicle met with an accident near Batasia near Raivilla Darjeeling claiming two lives. Drive cautiously and avoid drunk and drive during this festive season.

1st match Semi-final in Mens Open Football Tournament-2024  at NPST Ground Upper Tikjek organized by Young Youth Of Tikj...
02/11/2024

1st match Semi-final in Mens Open Football Tournament-2024 at NPST Ground Upper Tikjek organized by Young Youth Of Tikjek.The Semi-Final Event was graced by Chief Guest Sh.Raju Limboo,President Yakthung Sapsok Saplon Chumbho Sukhim.

First match
LingchomFC v/s DPCA
Winner DPCA by 1 Goal

02/11/2024

1st match Semi-final in Mens Open Football Tournament-2024 at NPST Ground Upper Tikjek organized by Young Youth Of Tikjek

First match
LingchomFC v/s DPCA
Winner DPCA by 1 Goal

02/11/2024

सधैं सधैं आइरहन्छ।
Original song : Mantra Band
Video via : Mangpoo News

The Deusi Story - It Started From The Magar ArmyWrites: Arjun SharmaWe all sing Deusurey today, but have you ever wonder...
02/11/2024

The Deusi Story - It Started From The Magar Army

Writes: Arjun Sharma

We all sing Deusurey today, but have you ever wondered when we started to sing it? And what does it mean when we say, "Bali Ma Raj ko... Hukuma Hunda... Aayeko Deusey...."

According to one of the most renowned names in Nepali Lok Geet world, Mr Nabin Khadka of Sankhuwa Sabha (Arun Upatyaka), the tradition of singing deusi started with the Magar Army.

Mr Khadka explained,"The deusi tradition started with the Magar Army.The Magars invented Madal, and they were the original exponents of two dance forms Maruni and Deusi naach.

Even though Marnuni dance was started in the western part of Nepal, it was in the east that it proliferated. Thehe Magars adopted Maruni and mixed it with the eastern cultures, and developed the Sorathi dance, gradually these two dance forms spread across the Nepali world, so to them goes the credit of making Deusi popular among the masses.

As far as singing Deusi is concerned, back in the days, from Rangit river in Darjeeling to Sikkim in the east to Arun nadi in the west, there was a Limbuwan kingdom which was ruled by a very pious Yakthumba king Bali Hang, he spent most of his time in performing dharmic ritualsand his most trusted soldiers were Magars.

One day when the king was in the middle of his usual religious ceremonies, an enemy nation attacked but it was thwarted by his loyal Magar soldiers who after the enemies fled chanted, "Deusurey Failo.... Deusurey Failo..."

In their language, Deusurey meant "We"... Failo meant "Saved" [the kingdom].

Later when the king Bali Hang came to know about the attack and how his brave Magar soldiers had thwarted it, he ordered that every house in the kingdom be made aware of the incident.

So after the king Bali Hang ordered the army to tell the story of brave Magar soldiers who had thwarted the attack the soldiers went from door to door sharing how they had saved the kingdom and the practice continued at the same date every year.

Gradually the eastern culture spread all across the Nepali world and even today boys and men go from door to door singing Deusurey in the name of the great king Bali Hang.

Thus we sing, "Hami aafai... aayeko hainau... Bali Ma Raja ko... Hukuma Hunda... Aayeko Deuse... We are not here of our own accord, we are here following the orders of Bali Raja..."

And thus started the Deusi practice.

लोकसंगीत अध्येतासँग देउसी संवादः मगर सेनाबाट सुरु भयो देउसी

साभार : अर्जुन शर्मा

संखुवासभाको अरुण उपत्यकाका नवीन खड्का नेपाली लोक संस्कृति र लोकसंगीत क्षेत्रमा गहिरो अध्ययन गरेका अध्येता हुन् । नेपाली लोकसंगीत संकलनमा छुट्टै स्थान बनाएका उनी नेपालमा मात्रै होइन भारतको दार्जिलिङ, सिक्किम देखि भुटानसम्म प्रख्यात छन् ।

नेपाली लोक संगीतको अध्ययनका लागि अरुण उपत्यका भन्ने संस्था नै खोलेर अभियान चलाइरहेका नवीन र उनको अभियानकी सहयात्री पुस्तका खड्कासँग देउसी भैलो बारे चक्रपथ डटकमका लागि बिनु पोखरेलले गरेको कुराकानीः

तिहारमा देउसी खेल्ने प्रचलन नेपालमा कहिलेबाट सुरु भएको हो ?

देउसी मगर जातिको संस्कृतिबाट सुरु भएको हो । देउसी खेल्ने चलन कसरी सुरु भयो भन्ने रोचक कथा छ । देउसीमा बजाइने मुख्य बाजा मादल हो जुन मगर जातिले आविश्कार गरेका थिए ।

मादलसँगै उनीहरुले दुईवटा पुख्र्यौली नाचको बिकास गरे । एउटा मारुनी र अर्को देउसी नाच । मारुनी र देउसी सभ्यता मगर जातिबाट विकास भएको हो । मारुनी नाचको विकास मगर जातिले गरे पनि यसको सुरुवात कुमाल र माझीहरुबाट भएको थियो ।

देउसीको सुरुवात कसरी भयो त ?

देउसी भन्दा अघि मारुनी नाचबारे केही बुझ्नु पर्छ । गण्डक सभ्यताबाट सुरु भएको मारुनी नाच पछि पूर्बी नेपालमा फैलिंदै गयो ।

पूर्बी नेपालमा भएका अरु संस्कृति समेटेर मगरहरुले मारुनी नाचलाई सोरठी नाचमा मर्ज गरे । पूर्बीय सभ्यतामा यसले निरन्तरता पायो ।

दार्जिलिङ र सिक्किमको बीचबाट बग्ने रंगीत नाम गरेको एउटा नदि छ । त्यो नदिको पश्चिमदेखि र अरुण नदिको पूर्वसम्म लिम्बु जातिको घना बस्ती थियो ।जुन क्षेत्रलाई लिम्बुवान क्षेत्र भनिन्छ ।

त्यस क्षेत्रमा परापूर्वकालमा बलिहाङ नाम गरेका राजा थिए । जसका विश्वास पात्र सेना सबै मगर थिए । ती राजा एकदमै धर्मात्मा थिए । उनी धेरै समय पूजापाठमा विताउँथे । राजकाज भन्दा बढी उनी ध्यान र तपस्यामा हुन्थे ।

हिन्दु धर्म होइन, दर्शन र सभ्यता हो । जसलाई हिन्दु धर्म भनिंदै आएको छ त्यो सनातन धर्म हो । भैलेनी पूर्वीय सभ्यताको एउटा अंश हो ।

बलिहाङ राजा ध्यानमा रहेका बेला छिमेकी देशका सेनाले लिम्बुवानमाथि आक्रमण गर्यो । मगर सेनाले त्यो आक्रमणलाई पराजीत गरे ।

तर यो कुरा बलिहाङलाई थाहा थिएन शत्रुका सेना मारेपछि मगर सेना ‘देउसुरे फाइलो, देउसुरे फाइलो’ भन्दै खुसीले कराउन थाले ।

त्यसबेलाको स्थानीय भाषामा देउसुरेको अर्थ "हामीले" हुन्छ र फाइलोको अर्थ "बचायौं" हुन्छ । उनीहरु यसरी कराउँदै आएपछि बलिहाङ राजाले सोधे– के भएको हो ? सेनाले राजालाई सबै घटना सुनाए ।

राजा यो कुराले झनै खुसी भए र भने– यो सन्देश अब देशैभरी फैलाउ, जहाँसम्म पुग्छौ त्यहाँसम्म "देउसुरे फाइलो" सुनाउँदै हिंड । बलिहाङ राजाले आदेश दिएपछि मगर सेना घरघरै देउसुरे फाइलो भन्दै हिंड्न थाले ।

देउसी भट्याउँदा नछुटाइकन बलि राजाले पठाए भनिन्छ । बलि राजा भनेका तिनै बलिहाङ राजा हुन् । ‘हामी त्यसै आएका होइनौ, बलिमा राजाको हुकुमै हुँदा’ भन्ने चलन अझै छ । त्यसबेला बलिहाङ राजाको आदेशले चलाएको चलन हरेक वर्ष त्यही समयमा अपनाउन थालियो । त्यही संस्कृति पूर्वबाट पश्चिमसम्म पुग्यो ।
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Another story of Deusurey

Writes: Bal Krishna

Deusurey story is very interesting, and if we look into our folklore, we find that Bali Maharaj is very popular in almost all the indigenous communities and not just among the mountain communities of India and Nepal, but also among the indigenous communities across India.

My grandmother used to tell me that King Bali, was a mighty Kirat king, who was much adored and loved by all his citizens, he was the most generous and kind King to his citizens, but due to a misunderstanding king, Bali was defeated by Lord Vishnu, who banished him from his Kingdom.However, King Bali would find a way to visit his people once a year.

Thus, those loyal to King Bali would go from door to door, telling the people the date on which the King would visit their village.
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Whatever be the story of the origin of Deusurey, it is a beautiful way of creating a bond in the community, among our people. Let us all strive to keep this unique tradition of ours alive.

HAPPY TIHAR EVERYONE !!

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The Young Youth Club of Upper Tikjek has hosted an Open Men's Futsal Tournament at NPST ground since 25/10/2024. The tou...
01/11/2024

The Young Youth Club of Upper Tikjek has hosted an Open Men's Futsal Tournament at NPST ground since 25/10/2024. The tournament has progressed to the quarterfinal stage, with four matches taking place today in the presence of esteemed Chief Guest, Sh. Dinesh Sharma of Tikjek.
Match
DPCA V/S EBC KYONGSHA
Winner
Match
BLALSHEEP UTD. V/S LTDA GEYZING
Winner
Match
Sardong Sporting Club v/s Lingchom FC
Winner
Match
Sapung warriors v/s NPST"B"
Winner

01/11/2024

Chief minister P.S Golay and his family engaze in age old ritual of worshipping of Gau mata on the auspicious occasion of Laxmi puja. Through his page, Chief minister shares,
"On the sacred occasion of Lakshmi Puja, my family and I gathered to honor age-old rituals with devotion. We worshipped Gau Mata, symbolizing purity and prosperity. Through these sacred acts, we expressed gratitude and sought blessings, nurturing the divine connections that guide and sustain us".

01/11/2024

PASSING DOWN TRADITIONS WHILE KEEPING IT CUTE
Text & video : The Darjeeling Chronicle

How old were you when you first played Bhailo and how were you taught to play? Here is a video of a group having their first time, with some healthy amount of background coaching.

Chief Minister PS Tamang Extends Greetings for Deepawali."I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Si...
01/11/2024

Chief Minister PS Tamang Extends Greetings for Deepawali.

"I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Sikkim on the auspicious occasion of Laxmi Puja and Bhai Tika (Deepawali). May this Festival of Lights fill our lives with knowledge, wisdom, and truth, fostering unity through empathy and compassion.

I appeal to all respected Sikkimese people to make this Diwali a joyous celebration grounded in responsibility. Let’s commit to a clean and happy Diwali this year by choosing eco-friendly products and reducing waste. Consider using natural clay lamps and biodegradable materials instead of plastic decorations, toys, and firecrackers, so that we can honor this festival with grandeur while protecting our environment.

Wishing everyone a clean, safe, prosperous, and joyful Diwali, filled with good health, prosperity, and progress for all".

Some Diyas Away From HomeWrites: BickyIt was just like any other Diwali evening. It was past 6 pm and the sky was alread...
01/11/2024

Some Diyas Away From Home

Writes: Bicky

It was just like any other Diwali evening. It was past 6 pm and the sky was already starting to glitter of fireworks. The only difference was that it wasn’t home, and it was perhaps the first time for Dibya.

She had just video called home.

The puja was done, rangolis were set, the flowers, tuning lights and Diyas were beautifully decorated by Baba. But the home that would otherwise be filled with noise, laughters and joy, was kind of silent. Aama and Baba sat together in some sort of loneliness. The Bhajan was playing and the Puja ko Thaal was properly set to welcome the Vailenis. The video call ended with Baba saying “We miss you.”

Dibya looked around her room. Her roommate had gone home for Diwali, while she had to hold back because of her college. So it was only her, the room and the small Puja Thaan that she had made earlier for Diwali. She tried her best to make the Diwali bright in the land far away. She lit wax candles on the balcony, and decorated the Puja Thaan with diyas. She struggled for around 30 mins trying to light up the Diyas, as it was her first time doing it herself. Some Diyas obliged, some didn’t.

She went out to the balcony and watched other homes, balconies and terraces. Lights, diyas, new clothes, happy faces. She thought she would be burning flower pots (Haari Bomb) too if she were home. She scrolled through her phone while she was also thinking about what she should cook for her dinner. Right then, her phone beeped. It was a video on whatsapp from her Baba showing little girls playing vaileni at their door.

This was the saturation point. She could hold it no longer and tears started rolling down her eyes.

She was still trying to control her emotions when there was a knock at her door. It was the maid of her landlady with some boxes. The landlady had sent dinner for her as a Diwali Gesture. And thus with the dinner, the Diwali ended.

This goes out for every other person who might have celebrated Diwali differently this year. Some with friends, some alone, some with good food and booze, some enjoying shopping, but for everyone who in common, share the feeling of missing home. Soldiers, students and people working away from home. People who missed their family, home, selrotis and most of all, the warm feeling of Tihar.

Some may be used to it by now, or it may be the first Tihar this way for some others. They might be missing the amazing food, dewsay-bhailo. Some may not be able to have bhai tika on their forhead, while some may not have their brothers to put tika on. Some may be holding their guns at the borders, not even getting time to miss anything at all… To You and All Others… We wish you all a very happy Diwali.

It may not be the same this year, but there this additional joy you are investing in, when you finally light a diya at home, maybe next year, maybe after that.

This Bhutanese referee, Choki Om has been a target of malicious online attacks from thousands of  Nepali football fans s...
01/11/2024

This Bhutanese referee, Choki Om has been a target of malicious online attacks from thousands of Nepali football fans since yesterday's Nepal vs India match.

Nepali TikTok and Facebook are all filled with unthinkable abuses towards her today. Hopefully, she doesn't become another victim of online bullying. The referee is a human being too and is subject to mistakes. Whatever might have actually occurred on the pitch, it would have been impossible for any referee to verify it in the absence of VAR. She will take this as valuable experience and will be cautious in the coming days.

I am not saying that there should not be constructive criticisms about the mistakes she made, but bullying a woman personally all across social media and even targeting her country is never a good thing. This crosses all boundaries of civility.

I request my Nepalese brothers and sisters not to bully her and link the whole country with hateful remarks for a particular incident.

- A Bhutanese citizen

Mangan, 31 Oct: A truck with registration number WB  19 J 8239 coming down from Chungthang, met with an accident at Safo...
31/10/2024

Mangan, 31 Oct: A truck with registration number WB 19 J 8239 coming down from Chungthang, met with an accident at Safo Bhir on the Sangkalang-Chungthang road in North Sikkim. The accident is believed to have occurred last night and was reported this morning. The driver, identified as Biraj Rai residents of Majitar Rangpo was the sole occupant of the truck and died at the scene.

The body was recovered this afternoon by police and locals and has been sent for an autopsy at the District Hospital in Mangan.

Soreng District observes 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' (National Unity Day).Soreng, October 31 (IPR):  On the occasion of Rasht...
31/10/2024

Soreng District observes 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' (National Unity Day).

Soreng, October 31 (IPR): On the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), the district officials and staff stationed at DAC Soreng read out the “Rashtriya Ekta Diwas” pledge administered by Mr DR Bista, Additional District Collector (Soreng) at District Administrative Centre (DAC), Soreng today.

The program also had the presence of SDM (HQ), DFO (T) Soreng, DFO (Environment & Soil Conservation), Officers and officials of DAC Soreng.

Earlier, the officers and staff were briefed on the day’s significance by the ADC (Soreng).

The 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' is observed on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the 'Iron Man of India'.

Similarly, various government offices in the Soreng District also observed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas at their own official premises.

Namchi District Observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Namchi, 31 October (IPR): The District Administrative Centre of Namchi obs...
31/10/2024

Namchi District Observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas

Namchi, 31 October (IPR): The District Administrative Centre of Namchi observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas today, joining the rest of the state in this significant celebration.

The pledge for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas was administered by Ms Trisang Tamang ADC Namchi, in the presence of Mr Nim Pintso Bhutia, SDM (HQ)alongside officials and staff from various line departments.

In addition, the pledge was also administered by the Heads of Offices across Namchi district, reinforcing the commitment to national unity.

It maybe mentioned here that National Unity Day or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, is celebrated annually on 31 October, commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He is revered for his pivotal role in uniting the nation and fostering a spirit of solidarity among the people of India.

Report from DIO Namchi




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A handsome Hunk! Happy kukur tihaar.
31/10/2024

A handsome Hunk!

Happy kukur tihaar.

From chief minister P.S Golay page.Truly delighted to see the massive participation of young children and sport...
31/10/2024

From chief minister P.S Golay page.
Truly delighted to see the massive participation of young children and sports enthusiasts from across our country, and even from Kenya, for the ‘Run for Unity’ half marathon and the 3km fun run on this special occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, celebrated in honor of Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ji, the Iron Man of India.

This morning was filled with incredible energy and positive vibes. My heartiest congratulations to all the winners and, above all, to each participant who joined this nationwide program. Your enthusiasm and dedication reflect the patriotic spirit we Sikkimese hold for our nation and our esteemed leaders of the past.

Kukur Tihar – Why we celebrate itThe second day of Diwali, Kukur Tihar, is dedicated to the celebration of relationship ...
31/10/2024

Kukur Tihar – Why we celebrate it

The second day of Diwali, Kukur Tihar, is dedicated to the celebration of relationship between humans and Dogs. Diwali, one of the great celebrations in the Hindu calendar, is a five-day autumn festival generally known as the festival of lights. Each day has its own focus, and specific observances vary from one denomination of Hinduism to another. Regardless of regional and denominational differences, Diwali is a period of gift-giving, storytelling, and recognition of the relationships humans have with all things.

The Gorkha Hinduism is unique in dedicating the second day of Tihar, Kukur Tihar, to the worship of dogs.

Dogs in the Hindu tradition

Dogs are especially important to the Gorkha Hindu practitioners. During day two of Tihar, Kukur Tihar, the role of dogs in human life and throughout history is celebrated.

In the Rigveda, one of Hinduism’s most ancient texts, Samara — the mother of dogs — assists Indra, the ruler of heaven, in retrieving stolen cattle.

Hindu tradition holds that a dog is the guardian and messenger of Yama, the lord and judge of the dead. A dog is also said to guard the gates of the afterlife.

At the close of the Mahabharata, the king of righteousness, Yudhishthira, refuses to enter heaven without his devoted dog. The dog is revealed to represent the concept of dharma, the path of righteousness.

During Tihar, each day is devoted to a honoring a different concept or entity: crows, dogs, cows, oxen, and fraternal relationships, respectively. On the second day, Kukur Tihar, all dogs are recognized, honored, and worshiped.

During Kukur Tihar, the mythological and real relationships between humans and dogs constitute the day’s major focus. A garland of flowers is draped around the neck of every dog; not only those with homes, but strays as well.

By devoting days during the festival of lights to crows, cows, dogs, oxen, and siblings, adherents acknowledge the deep connections between all living things.

How are you honouring your dogs, please SHARE your pics in the comments section.

31/10/2024

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PRESS RELEASE    SORENG DISTRICT POLICE SEIZE CONTRABAND SUBSTANCES.Soreng, October 30, 2024In a significant breakthroug...
30/10/2024

PRESS RELEASE

SORENG DISTRICT POLICE SEIZE CONTRABAND SUBSTANCES.

Soreng, October 30, 2024

In a significant breakthrough, the Sombaria Police station under Soreng District has successfully intercepted one Omni Van and apprehended two people namely Puspa Lall Chettri, 39 years son of Kul Bahadur Chettri resident of Salangdang, Sombaria and Dewash Rai, 37 years son of Lt. Ganesh Kumar Rai resident of Soreng, an regular employee under HRDD posted to Tikpur Secondary School, Sombaria who were suspected to be in possession of contraband substances . The arrest took place at Sombaria bazaar on the morning of October 30, 2024 at around 1030 hrs.

During search by Police Officers in the presence of Block Dev. Officer, Sombaria, 125 numbers of Windlas winspasmo capsules have been recovered and seized from the possession of the duo.

A case under the relevant sections of Sikkim Anti Drugs Act has been registered for active investigation .

The accused Puspa Lall Chettri and Dewash Rai who had been under the radar of Soreng District Police since long have been arrested and the contraband substances along with vehicle have also been seized.

The Soreng District Police is dedicated and committed to make Soreng District as Drugs free District and urge each and every members of the civil society to join hands in the fight against Drugs abuse.

Let's help us to make Soreng District as Nasha Mukta District for nation building and brighter tomorrow.

Sd/-
(Nahkul Pradhan, SPS)
Superintendent of Police
Soreng District.

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