| Introductory Meeting of Newly Appointed Accounts Assistants Held in Leh | | 
Leh, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Finance Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, today organized an introductory meeting of the newly appointed Accounts Assistants, Inspector and Junior Assistant with Sh. Tsewang Tharchin, IA&AS, Commissioner/Secretary, Finance Department, UT of Ladakh, at the Conference Hall, Council Secretariat, Leh.
The meeting was also attended by Ms. Stanzin Donsal, Dir ... | | Read More |
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| LG Leads UT-wide Drug Awareness Padyatra Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan | |  Reaffirms Commitment Towards a Drug-Free Ladakh
Leh, September 17 (Scoop News)- As part of the extensive UT-wide Drug Awareness Campaign, Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today led the UT-wide Drug Awareness Padyatra under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, reaffirming the Administration's commitment to building a Drug-Free Ladakh.
The campaign was also joined by Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra ... | | Read More |
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| LPCC Celebrates World Ozone Day-2026 at Government Middle School, Gompa, Leh | | | Leh,September 17 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Pollution Control Committee (LPCC) celebrated World Ozone Day, 2026 at Government Middle School, Gompa, Leh, with the objective of spreading awareness among students about the importance of protecting the ozone layer and promoting environmental conservation. The programme was organized by the officers and staff of LPCC in coordination with the school authorities, in line with this year’s theme, “Global Action for a Cooler Planet.”
As a part of the awareness programme, a quiz competition and a speech competition were conducted for the students, provi... | | Read More |
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| Stakeholder Workshop on Human–Brown Bear Conflict Held in Zanskar. | | |
Zanskar, Ladakh,September 17 (Scoop News)- In what is being seen as the first initiative of its kind since the formation of the new Zanskar district, WWF-India, in coordination with the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry, Forest and Animal Husbandry Departments, organised a multi-stakeholder workshop titled "Understanding Human–Brown Bear Interactions and Sympatric Wildlife in Zanskar."
The session brought together Lambardars from several villages, the District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Zanskar, the Principal of Government Degree College (GDC), Zanskar, departmental officials and representatives... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Showcases Its Vision as a 365-Day High-Altitude Tourism Destination | | at BRIDGES for Conscious Travel 2026, New Delhi | |
New Delhi, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Department of Tourism, Union Territory of Ladakh successfully participated in BRIDGES for Conscious Travel 2026, held from 16-18 September 2026 at The Imperial, New Delhi, one of the subcontinent's foremost platforms dedicated to responsible, sustainable and experience-led tourism. The ninth edition of BRIDGES brought together leading hoteliers, tour operators, destination management companies, travel designers, conservationists, policymakers, media professionals and tourism stakeholders committed to advancing conscious travel and community-centric ... | | Read More |
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| Padyatra Held in Drass Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan | | Rally spreads message of a healthy, drug-free society | |
Drass,September 17 (Scoop News)-In line with the schedule of the UT Administration of Ladakh, a Padyatra was held today in Drass under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan from Khandiyal Lungma to Tourist Dak Bungalow with enthusiastic participation from students, teachers and Government employees. The rally was aimed at strengthening public awareness against drug abuse and encourage young people to embrace a healthy, disciplined and drug-free lifestyle.
The event saw participation of Deputy Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho, Superintendent of Police Ishtyaq Kacho, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Asif H... | | Read More |
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| Scientific Advisory Committee Meetings of KVK Kargil-I and Kargil-II Held at KVK Kargil-II | | |
Kargil,September 17 (Scoop News)-The 8th and 22nd Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) Meetings of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-I and Kargil-II (Zanskar), respectively, were held today, 17 September 2026, at KVK Kargil-II under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushawaha. The meeting was conducted in hybrid mode with the participation of scientists, technical staff, officers from line departments and other stakeholders.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Ibrahim, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer; Dr. Asif, District Husbandry Officer; Mr. Rigzin... | | Read More |
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| MSME-DNC Leh Organises Awareness Programme on Branding & Marketing | | for PM Vishwakarma Scheme Beneficiaries | |
Leh, September 16 (Scoop News)-The MSME Development & Nucleus Cell (MSME-DNC), Leh, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, in collaboration with SLPMU, PM Vishwakarma, organised a one-day Awareness Programme on Branding & Marketing for PM Vishwakarma Scheme Beneficiaries at the Conference Hall, LAHDC, Leh. The programme was attended by around 120 PM Vishwakarma beneficiaries and traditional artisans.
The programme was organised with the objective of creating awareness among PM Vishwakarma beneficiaries and traditional artisans about branding and mark... | | Read More |
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| SDM Nubra Chairs Meeting on Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary | | |
Nubra, September 16 (Scoop News)-Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Nubra, Shri Mohd Safdar Bhat, JKAS, convened a meeting today regarding the Karakoram (Nubra-Shyok) Wildlife Sanctuary at the Conference Hall of the SDM Office Complex, Nubra.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on various issues concerning the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary in Nubra District. The SDM Nubra, who has been appointed as the Collector cum Settlement Officer for the purpose of inquiring into and determining the existence, nature and extent of rights of persons over land comprised within the limits of th... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary reviews Pashmina development initiatives in Ladakh | | 
Leh, September 16 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a
meeting at the UT Secretariat to review the ongoing initiatives and activities related to the
development of the Pashmina sector in Ladakh.
The meeting reviewed the visit report of the Pashmina Cooperative Dehairing Plant and
discussed the progress regarding the proposed construction of the Pashmin ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary reviews Preparation of Vision Document for Viksit Ladakh 2047 | | 
Leh, September 16 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today
chaired a meeting to review the preparation of the ‘Viksit Ladakh 2047’ Vision Document
and roadmap, focusing on developing a long-term, evidence-based framework for Ladakh’s
economic, social and environmental development.
Secretary, Planning, Himanshu Gupta, gave an overview of the Planning Depa ... | | Read More |
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| DC Drass Visits Anganwadi Centre Muradbagh on HCM Demonstration Day under Poshan Maah | | 
Drass, September 16 (Scoop News)-As part of Poshan Maah, under the theme “Fresh Hot Cooked Meals,” Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS), today visited the Anganwadi Centre of Muradbagh to observe the Hot Cooked Meal (HCM) Demonstration Day aimed at promoting hygienic preparation, balanced composition and appropriate serving of nutritious meals to children.
The Deputy Commissioner ... | | Read More |
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| National Workshop on MSME schemes, public procurement and export promotion held in Leh | | |
Leh, September 15 (Scoop News)-A one-day National-Level Workshop on Public Procurement Policy and Vendor Registration, Export Promotion, Quality Certification and GeM Onboarding was organised today at the LAHDC Leh Conference Hall.
The workshop was organised by the MSME Development & Facilitation Office (MSME-DFO), Jammu, under the aegis of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India. Representatives from various organisations, including NSIC, BIS, QCI, KVIC, DGFT, POWERGRID, GeM and IIP, participated in the workshop.
Administrative Secretary, Indus... | | Read More |
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| CBSE Academic Team Arrives in Ladakh for One-Month Expert Teaching Programme | | |
Ladakh, September 14 (Scoop News)-On the directions of Administrative Secretary, School Education, UT Ladakh, *Ms. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, the Chief Education Officer, Kargil,* warmly welcomed a team of four officials from the CBSE Academic Unit, New Delhi, along with 30 teachers of Science, Mathematics and Economics for a one-month expert teaching programme for Classes 10th and 12th students across the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The CBSE team comprises Ms. Anjali Chhabara, Shri Al Hilal Ahmed, Dr. Meena Sehrawat and Ms. Prachi Dixit, who will provide academic support and expert guidance to t... | | Read More |
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| Hindi Diwas Celebrated at Government Degree College Kargil | | | Kargil, September 14 (Scoop News)-Jammu, Srinagar, September 14 (Scoop News)-Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil celebrated Hindi Diwas today with enthusiasm and active participation of students and faculty members. The programme was organised by the Department of Hindi under the direction of Principal, Dr. Amjad Ali Abbasi, to highlight the significance of Hindi as a language of communication, literature, culture and social awareness.
The programme was coordinated by Ms. Uzma Ahad, Assistant Professor, Department of Hindi. Students and faculty members actively participated in the event... | | Read More |
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| Jal Arpan Diwas Observed at Bhimbat; Need for Community Ownership | | and Sustainable Water Management Emphasize | |
Drass, September 12 (Scoop News)-Jal Arpan Diwas was observed today at the Panchayat Ghar/Community Facilitation Centre (FC) of Bhimbat Panchayat. Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Tthe event was also attended by LAHDC Councillor, Bhimbat, Abdul Wahid; Executive Engineer, PHE Division, Drass, Mohammad Abdullah; Block Development Officer, Drass, Shahid Sultan Dar; Assistant Executive Engineer, PHE Division, Drass, Zakir Hussain, other officials of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department and Public Health Engineering, Namberdar Bhimbat M... | | Read More |
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| DC Kargil Chairs NCORD Meeting to Step Up Anti-Drug Efforts | | |
Kargil, September 12 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee under the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) mechanism at the Conference Hall, Baroo.
SSP Kargil, ADC Kargil, Chief Medical Officer Kargil, District Social Welfare Officer, Chief Education Officer and other concerned officials attended the meeting.
The committee reviewed the prevailing trends in drug trafficking, progress in drug-related investigations and measures to strengthen awareness, particularly among students and youth.
The meeting also disc... | | Read More |
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| DLSA Kargil Organizes 3rd National Lok Adalat, Disposes 196 Cases | | |
Kargil, September 12 (Scoop News)-As per the direction of Ladakh Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority Kargil organized 3rd National Lok Adalat today on 12th of September, 2026 and whereas the Pre Lok Adalat Sessions commenced from 2nd of September to 11th of September, 2026 in which 06 benches where constituted to resolve the different kinds of cases through amicable settlement and compromise, pending in all courts of district Kargil, like Criminal Compoundable Matters, Civil disputes, Cheque bounce Cases under NI Act, Bank Recovery Cases, MACT, Labour cases, Ma... | | Read More |
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| SSP Sham Conducts Extensive Outreach Visit to Aryan Valley | | |
Khaltsi, September 12 (Scoop News)-SSP Sham, Sh. Malik Aijaz, JKPS, along with SHO Police Station Khaltsi, Inspector Sh. Tsewang Norboo, today conducted an extensive outreach visit to the Aryan Valley, commencing from the newly added village of Gurgurdo, followed by visits to Darchik, Garkone, Hanu and other border villages.
They were accompanied by local religious and community leaders, Ms. Purnima Sharma from the Department of Forensics, and other concerned officials. During the visit, the team interacted with village Numberdars, local residents and youth, listened to their grievan... | | Read More |
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| Govt. Council Model Middle School Phey Students Visit DIET Leh’s Balvatika Room | | |
Leh, September 12 (Scoop News)- Students of Government Council Model Middle School, Phey, visited the Balvatika Room at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, today as part of an educational visit.
During the visit, the students participated in various creative and recreational activities, including drawing, hands-on activities at the Tinkers Wall, and stage performances. The activities provided the students an opportunity to express their creativity, develop problem-solving skills and build confidence.
The stage activities particularly helped the students o... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary flags off 5-KM ‘Run for Fun’ as part of Ladakh Marathon | | |
Leh, September 12 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today flagged off the 5-km ‘Run for Fun’ from Martyrs’ Chowk, Leh, as part of the 13th edition of the Ladakh Marathon 2026. Around 1,334 participants took part in the run, including students from various schools, government officials, runners across India and abroad and, notably, specially-abled participants.
The run covered the route from NDS Stadium, Leh, to Mentokling Motors and back to NDS Stadium.
The Ladakh Marathon has been gaining popularity not only in Ladakh but also across the country and internati... | | Read More |
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