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Darjeeling Mourns Indian Idol Winner Prashant Tamang

Political rivals set aside differences to pay tribute to Prashant Tamang in Darjeeling. His mortal remains arrived Monday, sparking emotional scenes as the Hills united in mourning the singer who bridged divides.

Indian Idol 2007 Winner Prashant Tamang Dies at 43

Prashant Tamang, the singer from Darjeeling who won Indian Idol in 2007, passed away from cardiac arrest in Delhi. His victory reshaped the hills' politics and fueled the Gorkhaland movement.

Indian Idol Star Prashant Tamang Dies at 43

Prashant Tamang, the Indian Idol Season 3 winner who became a symbol of Gorkha pride, passed away at 43. Read about his journey from Darjeeling to national fame.

Darjeeling BDO Stands in Line as Unmapped Voter

A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Kalimpong district was seen queuing for a voter revision hearing after being flagged as 'unmapped'. The rare incident raises questions about the electoral roll process. Read the full details.

Darjeeling BDO Faces SIR Hearing as Unmapped Voter

A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Lava was seen queuing for a Special Intensive Revision hearing after being flagged as an 'unmapped voter'. The rare incident raises questions on voter registration processes. Read the full details.

Anit Thapa: Gorkhaland not formed by winning polls

GTA chief Anit Thapa stated that Gorkhaland statehood cannot be won via electoral politics, urging a shift in public thinking and cooperation with the Bengal government. Read his full critique.

Man arrested in Darjeeling for impersonating Army soldier

Bhavesh Ghatani from Darjeeling was arrested for impersonating an Indian Army subedar. Investigation reveals suspected Pakistani links, cyber blackmail, and financial transactions. Read the full security implications.

Darjeeling Forecasts Snowy New Year, Hotels Fully Booked

Darjeeling is set for a magical white New Year as temperatures plummet. Hotels are fully booked until January, signaling a major revival for tourism after the October landslides. Get the full forecast and travel details here.

Tiger Hill Sunrise Ban Lifted After GTA Meeting

Tourists can again witness the famous sunrise at Darjeeling's Tiger Hill as the indefinite ban by hill taxi drivers is lifted. The GTA resolved the stand-off, with further talks scheduled for January 16. Read the full story.

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