| Ladakh to Organise Interactive Student Awareness Programme on Substance Use | | and Mental Health at Panjab University, Chandigarh | |
Leh, October 22 (Scoop News)-The Department of Social & Tribal Welfare, Union Territory of Ladakh, under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), is organising an Interactive Student Awareness Programme on “Understanding Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health Awareness, and Finding Support” on October 24, 2026, at the Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
The programme is being organised in collaboration with the Department of Health & Medical Education, Department of School Education, Ladakh Police Department, Ladakh Student Association Chandigarh (LSA), Zangskar Student As... | | Read More |
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| DIET Leh Organises One-Day Orientation on Nanritam Holistic Progress Card (HPC) | | |
Leh, October 22 (Scoop News)-As per the directions of the Chief Education Officer, Leh, vide Order No. CEOL/2026/3407-60 dated 17 October 2026, the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, organised a one-day orientation programme on Nanritam Holistic Progress Card (HPC) and its implementation in schools of Leh Educational Zone.
Approximately 100 teachers from the Leh Educational Zone participated in the orientation programme. The training aimed to familiarize teachers with the concept, objectives, and implementation of the Nanritam Holistic Progress Card in schools.
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| Member, National Green Tribunal, Chairs Review Meeting on Compliance | | with NGT Directions for District Environment Plan, Kargil | |
Kargil, October 21 (Scoop News)-A meeting to review progress on compliance with the judgments and directions of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding the formulation and implementation of the District Environment Plan for Kargil was held today at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil, under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Dr. Afroz Ahmad, Member, National Green Tribunal, Principal Bench, New Delhi.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, IAS, Ankit Sinha, IFS, Chief Planning Officer (CPO), Kargil, Superintending Engineer, PWD, District Panchayat Officer (DPO),... | | Read More |
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| DIET Leh Commences Two-Day SMC Training Programme for Kharu Zone | | |
Leh, October 21 (Scoop News)-The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, has commenced a two-day training programme for School Management Committee (SMC) members and educational stakeholders of Kharu Zone.
During the training programme, Resource Persons (RPs) are orienting participants on various aspects of SMC functioning, including the norms and procedures for the selection of SMC members, their roles and responsibilities, the election process, academic planning, financial management, and the monitoring of school infrastructure and facilities.
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| Police Commemoration Day Observed in Zanskar to Honour Martyrs | | |
Zanskar, October 21 (Scoop News)-District Police Zanskar observed Police Commemoration Day today at Helipad Zanskar, near the District Police Office, Padum, to pay solemn tribute to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty while safeguarding the nation and its citizens.
The programme was attended by Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage (IAS), as the Chief Guest, along with Superintendent of Police, Zanskar, Sh. Rigzin Sangdup, police personnel, other dignitaries, religious heads, representatives of civil society and Lambardars.
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| Draw of Lots for Women’s Reservation in 13 Panchayat Halqas Held in Zanskar | | |
Zanskar, October 21 (Scoop News)-A draw of lots for the reservation of seats for women under the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) framework was conducted today for 13 Panchayat Halqas across three blocks of Zanskar District.
The draw was held at Government Model Degree College, Zanskar, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Zanskar, Mr. Omkar Rajendra Gundage.
Superintendent of Police Zanskar, Mr. Rigzin Sangdup (JKPS), Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zanskar, Mr. Jasif Amin (JKAS), and other district officers attended the event. Political representatives, public representatives, an... | | Read More |
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| Deputy Commissioner Drass Attends Police Commemoration Day | | Pays Tribute to Martyrs | |
Drass, October 21 (Scoop News)-Police Commemoration Day was observed with solemnity, respect and patriotic fervour in the Complex of SP Office Drass today to honour the brave police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty while safeguarding the nation and its citizens.
Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) was the Chief Guest of the event hosted by Superintendent of Police, Drass, Ishtiyaq Kacho (JKPS) and attended by Officers of the District and Police Administration and other guests.
Among those present were District Sheep Husbandry Officer Dr. Zakir ... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh makes judicial history | | Country’s highest-altitude High Court Bench begins regular hearings at Leh | |
Leh, October 21 (Scoop News)-A historic chapter in the Indian judicial history unfolded on Wednesday when Chief Justice of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Sanjay Parihar presided over the first regular division bench at Leh.
The newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh located at a breath-taking height of over 11,500 feet above sea level, began regular hearing of the cases from today.
The day began with the hearing by the Division Bench in which the Chief Justice heard the matters through virtual mode whil... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Showcases Pashmina Heritage at Lakmé Fashion Week 2026 Through “The Fifth Season” | | |
New Delhi, October 19 (Scoop News)-The Union Territory of Ladakh showcased its rich textile heritage and contemporary creative identity at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) 2026 through a special presentation titled “The Fifth Season: A Fashion Story from Ladakh” at Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi, on the concluding day of the fashion event.
The showcase celebrated Ladakh’s world-renowned Pashmina, indigenous textiles and traditional craftsmanship, with a special focus on the Changthang pastoral communities and artisans who preserve this unique heritage.
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| Deputy Commissioner Drass Conducts Inspections of Sites Proposed Under VVP-II Projects | | in Drass District | |
Drass, October 18 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today visited various locations of Matayen and Pandrass Villages to inspect/assess the sites identified for executing works of varioous departments under the Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II).
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Planning Officer, Zonal Education & Planning Officer, other officials, concerned Namberdars and villagers.
In both villages, the Deputy Commissioner and the accompanying officers inspected the proposed sites for various development... | | Read More |
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| Ceremonial Bench Held at Leh to Mark Historic Inauguration of Ladakh Bench of High Court | |  of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
Leh, October 18 (Scoop News)-A Ceremonial Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, presided over by Hon’ble Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, was held at Leh today to commemorate the historic inauguration of the Ladakh Bench, marking a significant milestone in bringing constitutional justice closer to the people of t ... | | Read More |
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| CJI Inaugurates Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Leh | | 
Leh,October 18 (Scoop News)-In a historic milestone for the administration of justice in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, today inaugurated the newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melongthang, Leh.
The establishment of the Bench marks a significant step towards bringing justice closer to the ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary, Ashish Kundra highlights infrastructure achievements | | and progress on constitutional safeguards for Ladakh | |
Leh, October 17(Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, highlighted major infrastructure achievements dedicated to the people of Ladakh by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on October 15 and outlined the progress made in discussions with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on constitutional safeguards and the proposed democratic framework for the Union Territory.
The Chief Secretary said that infrastructure projects worth approximately ₹3,350 crore were dedicated to the people of Ladakh, with around 10,000 people from all seven districts participating virtually in the progr... | | Read More |
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| CEC Dr Jaffar Akhone Attends UT-Level Role Play and Folk Dance Competition at Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Jaffar Akhone, today attended the UT-Level Role Play and Folk Dance Competition organized by the District Institute of Education and Trainings (DIET), Kargil, under the aegis of the School Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
The programme was attended by Chief Education Officer Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, Principal DIET Kargil Khursheeda Banoo, Principal Government Higher Secondary School Boys Baroo, Principal Government Higher Secondary S... | | Read More |
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| Justice Sanjay Parihar Inspects New District Court Complex at Kurbathang, Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)- Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Parihar, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Administrative Judge for District Kargil), today visited and inspected New District Court Complex, Kurbathang, Kargil.
Upon his arrival, His Lordship was accorded a Guard of Honour by District Police Kargil in the presence of Mr. Tsewang Phuntsog, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil, Mr. Sadiq Ali Wazir, Munsiff, Sankoo, and Mr. Reyaz Ahmad Khan, President, Bar Association Kargil, along with Bar members. Also present on the occasion were civil society representatives, Aga Sy... | | Read More |
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| 21-Day Homestay Training Programme Launched in Kargil | | to Strengthen Rural Tourism, Local Entrepreneurship | | to Strengthen Rural Tourism, Local Entrepreneurship
PM-JUGA–RAMP initiative brings together hospitality training, field exposure and digital skills to transform homestays into sustainable rural enterprises
Kargil,
Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)- A 21-day Homestay Training Programme under the Homestay Holistic Support Framework (HHSF) was inaugurated at the Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC), Bemathang, Kargil, to strengthen community-based tourism, enhance hospitality standards and create sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural Ladakh.
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| DC Sham Reviews Functioning of Jal Jeevan Mission | | |
Khaltsi, October 16 (Scoop News)- The Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office, Sham, to review the functioning of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the district.
The meeting was attended by the Sub Divisional Magistrate, Khaltsi and Likir; Executive Engineer of the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department Sham; Tehsildar, Saspol; Naib Tehsildar Headquarter Khaltsi, Skurbuchan and Temisgam; Assistant Executive Engineer, Kargil; concerned Junior Engineers; and Lambardars of revenue villages in Sham district.
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