Workshop on Credit Outreach for MSMEs and SHGs Conducted at DIC Kargil under RAMP Scheme
3/6/2026 10:19:41 PM

Kargil, March 06 (Scoop News)- A one-day workshop aimed at strengthening credit outreach and financial awareness among Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) was successfully conducted today at Kargil under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India.

The workshop was organized by the District Industries Centre (DIC) Kargil as part of the LA-12 intervention to enhance engagement between entrepreneurs and banking institutions. The programme witnessed the particip...
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Chief Secretary reviews arrangements for the Sacred Buddha Relics Exposition at Jive-Tsal
3/6/2026 10:04:48 PM


Leh, March 06 (Scoop News)- Following the UT-level coordination committee meeting, the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today visited Jive-Tsal, Choglamsar, to inspect and review the preparations being made for the upcoming Holy Exposition of the Sacred Buddha Relics, scheduled to begin on May 1.

During the visit, the Chief Secretary assessed the preparednes ...
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DIET Leh Organises Two-Day Training Programme for Anganwadi Workers.
3/6/2026 10:01:36 PM

Leh,March 06 (Scoop News)-A two-day training programme for Anganwadi workers commenced today at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh. The training is being conducted with the support of resource persons from Zampa Foundation Pvt. Ltd. and aims to strengthen the capacity of Anganwadi workers in early childhood care and education.

Around 160 Anganwadi workers from vari ...
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Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra reviews PMJVK Scheme Implementation in Ladakh
3/6/2026 9:59:12 PM


Leh, March 06 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of schemes under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) and discussed the approval of various proposed projects in the Union Territory.

During the meeting, Chief Secretary Kundra reviewed several proposals submitted by different ...
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Preliminary UT-Level Coordination Committee meeting held for Sacred Exposition of Holy Relics of Tathagata Buddha,
3/6/2026 12:07:38 PM

Leh, March 05 (Scoop News)-The preliminary UT-Level Coordination Committee meeting for the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Tathagata Buddha, Ladakh 2026, was convened today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary, Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, at the Conference Hall of the Hill Council, Leh. The Committee was constituted on the directions of the Hon’ble Lt. Governor of Ladakh to ensure inclusive participation of all sections and sects of the Buddhist community in Ladakh.

The meeting commenced with the lighting of the holy butter lamp, invoking blessings for the successful and aus...
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Secretary Tourism launches Holistic Homestay Support Framework
3/6/2026 11:53:58 AM

Leh, March 05 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening community-based tourism in the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Holistic Homestay Support Framework was formally launched today by Administrative Secretary Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, at the State Institute of Hotel Management (SIHM), Ladakh

The initiative marks a new and progressive phase in Ladakh’s tourism journey, aimed at building sustainable, village-led tourism enterprises rooted in local communities.

The Holistic Homestay Support Framework has been developed through a collaborative effort between the Department of...
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UT Ladakh celebrates World Wildlife Day 2026 with a Seminar on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
3/3/2026 10:38:13 PM

Leh, March 03 (Scoop News)- The Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, Union Territory of Ladakh, in collaboration with the Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army, celebrated World Wildlife Day 2026 at the Rinchen Auditorium, Leh.

The event was organised under this year’s global theme, “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods,” highlighting the vit ...
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Chief Secretary chairs UT-Level Sanctioning Committee meeting
on RKVY & Krishonnati Yojana for FY 2026–27
3/3/2026 8:13:44 AM


Leh, March 02 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired the State/UT-Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC) meeting to approve the Annual Action Plan for the Financial Year 2026–27 under the centrally sponsored schemes Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and Krishonnati Yojana, including components of the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).

The meeting aimed to finalise and approve the consolidated Annual Action Plans for the Departments of Agriculture and Horticulture in Ladakh for 2026–27.

A detailed present...
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HPV Vaccination Programme Launched in UT Ladakh
in Line with National Initiative to Prevent Cervical Cancer.
3/1/2026 8:11:20 AM


Leh, February 28 (Scoop News)-The National Health Mission NHM, UT Ladakh, today officially launched the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme at SNM Hospital Leh, marking a significant step toward safeguarding adolescent girls from cervical cancer and strengthening preventive healthcare services in the region.

The programme was launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi via online mode from Ajmer, as part of a broader national initiative to expand cervical cancer prevention through HPV vaccination. At the State level event held in Leh, the programme was inaugurate...
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ADC Kargil urges Artisans to Avail Govt Benefits and Enhance Trade Quality
3/1/2026 8:08:54 AM

Kargil, February 28 (Scoop News)-Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho attended an awareness programme on PM Vishwakarma Scheme held at Conference Hall Baroo today.

The programme was organised to create awareness among artisans and stakeholders about the benefits and modalities of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, MSME-related initiatives and special focus on providing market linkage, marketing support, toolkit assistance and redressal of issues faced by artisans and beneficiaries.

In his address, the ADC thanked the female participants for their huge turnout and apprec...
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MC Leh Conducts Training Programme on Integrated Solid Waste Management
3/1/2026 8:07:13 AM

Leh, February 28 (Scoop News)-Municipal Committee Leh (MC Leh) organised a half-day Training & Capacity Building Programme on Integrated Solid Waste Management under the Training & Capacity Building component of Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 on 28th February 2026 at The Grand Dragon Hotel. The programme was conducted in collaboration with Zero Waste Ladakh and Ladakh Ecological Development Group (LeDEG).
In his opening address, Stanzin Rabgais, Executive Officer, MC Leh, underscored the crucial role of both the executive and elected bodies in strengthening waste management systems in Leh...
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