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| Medicinal Plant Identification Camp-cum-Herbal Garden Open Day Organised at Palam | | |
Leh, September 22 (Scoop News)-The State Medicinal Plant Board (SMPB), Union Territory of Ladakh, organised a Medicinal Plant Identification Camp-cum-Herbal Garden Open Day on 22nd September 2026 at the CSIR-IIIM Experimental Research & Development Station/Farm, Palam, Leh, UT Ladakh, as part of the celebration of the 11th Ayurveda Day 2026.
Students of Classes 5th to 10th of Government High School, Shey, along with their teaching faculty, participated in the programme. The programme was organised with the objective of creating awareness among students about the importance of medicinal plants, their identification, traditional uses, cultivation, conservation and sustainable utilisation.
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| | CEC LAHDC Kargil Meets Al-Muntazir Association Delegation | | Assures Action on Pashkum Road and Teacher Shortage | |
Kargil, September 22 (Scoop News)-The Hon'ble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today met with a delegation of the Al-Muntazir Educational and Developmental Organisation, Pashkum, Kargil, led by its Vice President.
During the meeting, the delegation apprised the CEC of two pressing issues concerning the Pashkum area.
The first pertained to the deteriorated condition of the link road from Hussaini Bridge to Chulachay, Pashkum. The delegation informed the CEC that the lack of proper macadamization and inadequate road width has caused considerable inconvenience to residents, commuters, and school-going children, besides posing safety concerns,... |
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| | From Textbooks to Hands-on Learning | | Middle School Skara Students Explore Science at DIET Leh STEM Lab | | Leh,September 22 (Scoop News)- Students of Middle School Skara Leh visited the STEM Lab at the District Institute of Education & Training (DIET), Leh, where they participated enthusiastically in an engaging, activity-based science learning session.
The session provided students with an opportunity to move beyond the conventional classroom setting and experience science through seeing, doing, and discovering. Textbook concepts were brought to life through interesting demonstrations and activities, making learning more meaningful while fostering curiosity and a spirit of inquiry among the young learners.
The programme was conducted under the guidance and support of Principal DIET Leh, S... |
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| | Awareness Session on Gems of India Challenge Held at Leh Main Market | | |
Leh, September 22 (Scoop News)- An awareness session on the Gems of India Challenge was organised today, September 22, 2026, at the Leh Main Market by officials of the District Information Office, Leh.
During the session, detailed information was provided to the audience about the ‘Gems of India’ initiative, its objectives, and various aspects of the contest. The session highlighted the attractive awards at the District, State/UT, and National levels, encouraging creators to showcase the best of their respective districts through innovative and engaging storytelling.
Several creators downloaded the WAVES OTT app and registered on the spot during the awareness campaign.
The public... |
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| | SSP Kargil Nitin Yadav (IPS) and DFO Kargil Ankit Sinha(IFS) visits GDC Drass | | Interact with Students on UPSC, Environment and Drug Abuse Awareness | |
Drass, September 21 (Scoop News)-Nitin Yadav, (IAS) SSP Kargil, and the Divisional Forest Officer Ankit Sinha (IPS) Kargil, visited GDC Drass and interacted with students on important issues concerning career development, environmental responsibility and drug abuse prevention. The visiting officers were warmly welcomed by Principal MNM Shabani.
During the interaction, the DFO Kargil engaged with students on the importance of environmental conservation, protection of natural resources and individual responsibility towards preserving the fragile mountain ecosystem. He also shared guidance and insights regarding UPSC preparation, encouraging students to explore civil services as a caree... |
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| | Horticulture Leh Organizes Six-Day Exposure Visit to Kashmir for Farmers of Leh, Nubra | | |
Leh,September 20 (Scoop News)- The Department of Horticulture, Leh, today organized a six-day exposure visit to Kashmir for 40 farmers from Leh, Sham and Nubra District under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. The programme aims to provide farmers with practical exposure to advanced horticultural practices, modern technologies and successful horticulture models.
The exposure tour was flagged off from NDS Ground, Leh, by Director Horticulture, UT Ladakh, Shri Tsewang Punchok, in the presence of the Chief Horticulture Officer and District Horticulture Officer, Leh.
During the six-day visit, the participating farmers will visi... |
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| | Mera Yuva Bharat leh Ladakh | | Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan Organised | |
Leh, September 20 (Scoop News)-As part of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” – 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Leh, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, organised an awareness programme at Government ITI Leh on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with active participation of youth and students.
The programme commenced with Vande Mataram, followed by the National Anthem. The participants thereafter took the Nasha Mukt Yuva pledge, reaffirming their commitment to staying away from substance abuse and contributing towards creating a healthy and drug-free society.
As part of the awareness session, Youth Icon Mr Thinly joined the programme as a r... |
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