| CEC Kargil Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Reviews Winter Preparedness | | in Light of current Meteorological Advisory | |
Kargil, January 22 (Scoop News)-In view of the advisory issued by the Meteorological Department, UT Ladakh, dated 21 January 2026, the Hon’ble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the preparedness of the district administration for the prevailing and anticipated winter conditions.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner briefed the on the weather advisories issued by the Meteorological Department and the overall preparedness of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). Detail... | | Read More |
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| SDM Zanskar Reviews Preparations for Republic Day Celebrations | | |
Zanskar, January 22 (Scoop News)-Sub Divisional Magistrate Zanskar Omkar Rajendra Gundage (IAS) today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for the forthcoming Republic Day celebrations in Zanskar.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Zanskar Mohd. Hassan, SHO Zanskar Tsewang Norboo, BDO Zanskar, Executive Engineer R&B, Executive Engineer, PHE, BMO Zanskar, Forest officer Zanskar, Principal Hr.SS padum, ZEPO Zanskar, ZPEO Zanskar, Account Officer ZDA, CDPO Zanskar, TSO Zanskar, Tourism Officer Zanskar, ATO Zanskar, JE Mechanical and other departments incharge Officials.
The SD... | | Read More |
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| Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Tamil Nadu,MP skate to golds; Haryana remain on top | | Army men maintain winning spree in ice-hockey; trounce Chandigarh 10-1 | |
Leh (Ladakh), January 22 (Scoop News)-Two golds medals were decided on Day 3 of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 on Thursday. Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh won the golds in the men’s and women’s 500m long track event, respectively, at the Gupukh’s Pond here. The Ladakh leg of KIWG 2026 will end on Republic Day.
Haryana continued to lead the medal tally, courtesy the pair of figure skating golds won on Wednesday. Four states – Uttarakhand, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh with a gold each – share the second spot with hosts Ladakh at sixth position with two silvers and two bronzes.... | | Read More |
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| Principal District & Sessions Judge Kargil Chairs Meeting to Finalise Arrangements for Republic Day 2026 | | |
Kargil, January 22 (Scoop News)-A meeting regarding the celebration of Republic Day 2026 was convened today under the chairmanship of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kargil, Sheikh Gowhar Hussain in his office chamber.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil; Additional Superintendent of Police, Kargil; President, Bar Association Kargil; a representative from the Deputy Commissioner Kargil; Information Officer Kargil; Executive Engineers from R&B Division, PDD and PHE; and an official from the Municipal Committee Kargil.
Detailed deliberations we... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary arrives in Nubra on Two-Day visit to review developmental works | | 
Leh, January 21 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today arrived in Nubra Sub-Division on a two-day tour to review ongoing developmental works and assess issues related to local governance and public welfare in the region.
Upon his arrival at the Civil Helipad, Diskit, the Chief Secretary was received by the Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Romil Singh Donk, alo ... | | Read More |
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| Capacity Building Training for Middle School Head Teachers Launched at DIET Leh | | |
Leh,January 20 (Scoop News)-A five-day Capacity Building Training for Head Teachers of Middle Schools is underway at DIET Leh, *organised by DIET Leh in collaboration with GoldenMile Learning (GML). The programme engages 137 head teachers and school administrators from across Ladakh, focusing on strengthening leadership, communication, and safe, inclusive school practices.*
The academic leadership of the programme is anchored by *Dr. Neepa Oza, Program Director (Education), GoldenMile Learning, who serves as the Chief Trainer.* Drawing on her extensive experience in educational lead... | | Read More |
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| Second Day of LAHD-SSRB Counselling for Provisionally Shortlisted Candidates Successfully Conducted | | |
Leh,January 20 (Scoop News)- The Leh Autonomous Hill Development Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (LAHD-SSRB) successfully conducted the second day of counselling for provisionally shortlisted candidates at Paras Hall, Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh, for the 346 posts advertised under the Matriculation Level Examination.
The counselling process was organised to obtain post and department preferences from the shortlisted candidates. During the process, all candidates were given an opportunity to choose the post for which they had been selected, strictly in order of merit. Candida... | | Read More |
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| CEC Kargil Holds Courtesy Meeting with DGP Ladakh in Leh | | |
Leh, January 20 (Scoop News)- Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a courtesy meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Police, UT Ladakh, Shri Mukesh Singh, IPS, during his visit to Leh.
Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon welcomed the DGP and expressed hope for further strengthening of the Police Department in Ladakh. Matters related to policing, public safety in Kargil district, and other issues of mutual interest were discussed.
The DGP assured cooperation and expressed his intent to visit Kargil district in the near future.
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| ADC Kargil flags-off Boys Handball team for 69th National School Games | | |
Kargil, January 20 (Scoop News)-Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho flagged off the Under-19 Boys Handball team today to represent Ladakh in the 69th National School Games scheduled to be held in Gujarat from January 26 to January 31.
The ADC was informed that a total of 15 students will represent Ladakh at the national level, including 09 players from Kargil district and 06 players from Leh district.
During the brief interaction with the players, the ADC encouraged the students and highlighted the importance of participation in national-level sports events. He said... | | Read More |
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| Executive Councillor Punchok Tashi Visits Kargil Wing of Ladakh Bhawan in Delhi | | |
Delhi, January 19 (Scoop News)-Executive Councillor for Rural Development Department (RDD), Cooperatives and Forests, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi, on Sunday visited the Kargil Wing of Ladakh Bhawan at Dwarka, Delhi, to review the progress of ongoing works at the facility.
During the visit, the in-charge of the Kargil Wing informed the Executive Councillor that the building comprises 20 double- and triple-bed rooms, along with dormitory and VIP rooms. The facility also includes a kitchen and dining hall, which have been completed and are ready for handover, subject to clearance of pen... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary reviews preparedness for Khelo India Winter Games in Leh | | |
Leh, January 19 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the NDS Ice Hockey Rink and the Indoor Stadium to review the preparedness for the opening of the Khelo India Winter Games, which are scheduled to commence tomorrow, 20 January.
During the inspection, Shri Kundra reviewed the arrangements related to seating, safety measures and various other logistical preparations being made for the smooth conduct of the games. He emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination to ensure a successful and hassle-free event.
The Chief Secretary w... | | Read More |
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| Sports minister urges athletes to utilize opportunity as Khelo India | | Winter Games 2026 set to begin in Leh | |
Leh (Ladakh), January 19 (Scoop News)- More than 1000 men and women will take part in the Ladakh leg of the 2026 Khelo India Winter Games starting in Leh on Tuesday. The Nawang Dorjan Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, the Army rink and the frozen Gupukh’s Pond will be centres of attraction till the Games end on January 26. The opening ceremony of KIWG 2026 will take place Tuesday afternoon.
Four hundred and seventy-two athletes will take part in two ice sports – skating and hockey. The new attraction this year has been the introduction of figure skating, an Olympic event. In the Ladakh leg of KIW... | | Read More |
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| LAHD-SSRB Leh Conducts Counselling for Provisionally Shortlisted Candidates | | under 10+2 Level Examination | |
Leh, January 19 (Scoop News)-The Leh Autonomous Hill Development Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (LAHD-SSRB) successfully conducted counselling for provisionally shortlisted candidates at Paras Hall, Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh, in connection with recruitment against 534 vacancies. The written examinations were conducted for 76 vacancies advertised under the 10+2 Level Examination.
The Secretary, LAHD-SSRB / Deputy Director, District Employment and Counselling Centre, Leh, Rehmatullah Butt (JKAS), welcomed Additional District Development Commissioner Leh, Sonam Nurboo (JKAS)... | | Read More |
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| Councillor Bhimbat Conducts Visits KGBV Bhimbat to Review Winter Remedial Classes | | |
Drass, January 19 (Scoop News)-Councillor Bhimbat, Abdul Wahid visited Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), Bhimbat, where winter remedial classes for students of PM SHRI High School Thasgam, Drass are being conducted. The visit was aimed at reviewing the academic arrangements, hostel facilities, and overall well-being of students attending these special winter classes.
During the visit, the Councillor interacted with students and teaching staff, inquired about the quality of education being imparted, and encouraged the students to make the best use of this opportunity to strengthen ... | | Read More |
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| Review Meeting on Saturation of AB PM-JAY and Aadhaar Held at DC Office, Leh | | |
Leh, January 17 (Scoop News)-Sonam Nurboo, JKAS, Additional District Development Commissioner, Leh, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of saturation of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri–Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) and Aadhaar coverage in the district. The meeting was held at the Mini Conference Hall, DC Office, Leh.
During the meeting, a detailed review was conducted on the issuance of AB PM-JAY health cards (Golden Cards). Issues related to discrepancies and duplication in ration card data were discussed, particularly their impact on village-wise beneficiary figures. I... | | Read More |
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| Meeting Held to Finalize Arrangements for 16th National Voters’ Day, 2026 at Leh | | |
Leh,January 17 (Scoop News)-Shri Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, today chaired a meeting to discuss and finalize arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD), 2026 at the District Headquarters, Leh. The meeting was held at the Mini Conference Hall, DC Office, Leh.
National Voters’ Day is celebrated annually on 25th January across India to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India and to promote electoral participation. Like every year, a series of activities will be organized in Leh district to encourage voter awareness... | | Read More |
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| CEC Kargil Inspects Healthcare and Administrative Facilities During Chiktan Visit | | |
Kargil,January 17 (Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today visited Chiktan Sub-Division and inspected the facilities being provided at the Community Health Centre (CHC), Chiktan.
During the visit, the CEC reviewed the healthcare facilities, availability of medical staff, and essential services at the CHC. He interacted with the concerned officials and emphasised the need for efficient and people-friendly healthcare delivery.
The CEC also inspected the newly constructed buildings of the SDM Office, Chiktan. On the occasion, Dr. Mo... | | Read More |
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