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| GDC Kargil Faculty Receives Best Oral Presentation Award at National Conference | | |
Kargil, September 08 (Scoop News)-Dr. Mohd Raza, Assistant Professor of Biotechnology at Government Degree College (GDC), Kargil, has been conferred the Best Oral Presentation Award at the National Conference on “Biodiversity, Conservation and Biotechnology of Microbes and Plants (NCBCBMP-2026)”, organised by the Department of Botany, University of Ladakh, Kargil Campus, from September 5 to 7, 2026.
The three-day national conference was organised with the theme “Biodiversity, Conservation and Biotechnology of Microbes and Plants” and was funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
The conference featured th... |
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| | DC Drass Reviews Arrangements for National Sports Day (2026) and Youth Engagement Month event in Drass | | |
Drass, September 08 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today took a meeting to review and finalize arrangements for the upcoming National Sports Day (2026) and Youth Engagement Month activities to be organized at the Ice Hockey Rink in Drass .
The meeting was attended by Superintendent of Police Ishtyaq Kacho (JKPS), Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Chief Medical Officer, Block Development Officer, Zonal Physical Education Officer, Youth Services & Sports Officer, Junior Engineer, PWD Division and other officials.
During the meeting, the Zonal Physical Education Officer informed that Drass District will be hosting volley ball matches on 18th and 19th September ... |
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| | BJP holds organizational meeting in Drass | | over 100 prominent workers join party | 
Drass, September 07 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul addressed an organizational meeting of the party at Drass.
Ladakh BJP President Tashi Khachu, former Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) Tashi Gyalson, former Deputy CEC Tsering Angchuk, Mahila Morcha President, Yuva Morcha President, Drass District President Fayaz Ahmad Kari, district office-bearers and other senior party leaders participated in the meeting.
The meeting focussed on strengthening the BJP’s grassroots presence, accelerating development and... |
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| | EJM College Organises One-Day Botanical Tour to Warila | | |
Leh, September 07 (Scoop News)-The Department of Botany, Eliezer Joldan Memorial College (EJM College), Leh, organised a one-day botanical tour to Warila with the objective of providing students with practical exposure to the rich and diverse plant wealth of the region.
Students from the 1st, 3rd and 5th semesters participated enthusiastically in the field excursion. The tour provided an opportunity for students to study plants in their natural habitats and observe the diversity of different plant groups across varied sites and microhabitats.
A major component of the field study was the observation and collection of medicinal plants found in the region. Important medicinal plants re... |
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| | DC Zanskar Chairs Meeting to Review Preparations for Ladakh Zanskar Festival 2026 | | |
Zanskar, September 07 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Zanskar, Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting with all District and Sub-Divisional Officers to review the preparations for the upcoming Ladakh Zanskar Festival 2026, which is scheduled on 15th and 16th of September.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner called upon all concerned officers to make proper and adequate arrangements for the successful conduct of the festival. He stressed the importance of close coordination among departments and timely completion of all necessary preparations.
The Deputy Commissioner noted that the festival is particularly significant as it will be the first grand celebration in ... |
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| | GDC Kargil Concludes Week-Long Intramural Sports Tournament | | |
Kargil, September 07 (Scoop News)- Government Degree College Kargil, Department of Physical Education and Sports successfully concluded its week-long Intramural Sports Tournament 2026, under the supervision of Principal GDC Kargil Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi.
The Tournament featuring various men’s and women’s competitions in Table Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball and Handball. The concluding program was attended by more than 200 students of the college.
The program commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Mustafa Ali, Director Education and Sports, who appreciated the enthusiastic participation of the students and emphasized the importance of sports in promoting discipline, teamwork and a hea... |
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| | GDC Kargil Student Secures Third Position in 1000m Athletics | | |
Kargil, September 06 (Scoop News)-Mr. Jaffar Ali, a 1st Semester student of Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil, represented GDC Kargil in the National Sports Day 2026 and Youth Engagement Month celebrations and secured 3rd position in the Men’s 1000m Athletics event, organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh.
He will also represent GDC Kargil in the 11 KM Ladakh Marathon 2026, scheduled to be held on 13 September 2026.
The Principal, GDC Kargil, along with all faculty members, congratulated Jaffar Ali on his commendable achievement and appreciated his efforts in bringing laurels to the college. They wished him the very best for his upcoming participat... |
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| | Chief Secretary Conducts On-Site Inspection of NDS Indoor Stadium Ahead of Ladakh Marathon | | |
Leh,September 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today inspected the NDS Indoor Stadium, Leh, to review the preparedness and arrangements for the upcoming Ladakh Marathon, one of the region’s premier sporting events that has emerged as a major platform showcasing Ladakh’s unique sporting spirit, endurance and global appeal.
The Chief Secretary was accompanied by the Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, Ms Bhanu Prabha and other officials. The organisers, including Tsewang Motup, Goba and Padma Awardee, briefed the Chief Secretary on various aspects of the event, including the number of registered participants, marathon categories and durati... |
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| | Two-Day Drass Festival Concludes at the iconic Manman Top View Point in Lamochan | | |
Drass, September 06 (Scoop News)- The two-day Drass Festival (organized under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan) concluded today on a vibrant and celebratory note at the picturesque Manman Top View Point in Lamochan showcasing the rich cultural heritage, traditions and artistic diversity of Drass.
The concluding event witnessed a colourful series of cultural performances that captivated the gathering. The Army Band added grandeur to the occasion while singers, local artists and cultural groups presented diverse performances reflecting the unique traditions and cultural identity of the region.
A large number of residents, particularly youth from different parts of Drass, enthusiastical... |
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| | GDC Zanskar Students Excel at Ladakh Sports Festival 2026, Win Silver Medals | | |
Zanskar, September 06 (Scoop News)-Students of Government Degree College (GDC) Zanskar, Stanzin Zomskit and Chunith Zangmo secured silver medals in the Inter-District Athletics competitions held on September 5 and 6 at Astro Turf Ground, Khel Gaon Kurbathang, Kargil, as part of the Ladakh Sports Festival 2026.
Stanzin Zomskit, 5th Semester, secured 2nd position in the Girls' 1500m with a timing of 6:47.91, while Chunith Zangmo, 5th Semester, secured 2nd position in the Girls' 10000m. These athletes from GDC Zanskar also participated in the 200m sprint, putting up spirited performances against strong competitors.
Principal, GDC Zanskar, Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, congratulated the stude... |
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| | Athletic Event Under National Sports Day Youth Engagement Programme Concludes in Kargil | | |
Kargil, September 06 (Scoop News)-The Athletic Event organised by the Youth Services & Sports (YSS) Department, Kargil, under the aegis of the Directorate of Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh, to mark National Sports Day and as part of the Month-Long Youth Engagement Programme, concluded today with the 10,000-metre Long Distance Run.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of young athletes from all seven districts of the Union Territory of Ladakh, providing them with a common platform to showcase their talent, endurance, speed and sporting spirit.
The concluding-cum-presentation ceremony was held at TFC Ground, Kargil, and was attended by Advocate Khadim Hussain, Hon’ble Co... |
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