Chief Secretary chairs 5th UTLCC, Focuses on Financial Literacy
and Digital Fraud Prevention Measures
10/7/2026 10:18:41 PM


Leh,October 07(Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired the 5th Union Territory Level Coordination Committee (UTLCC) Meeting at Hotel Zen, Leh, to review measures related to financial literacy, consumer awareness, digital payment security and prevention of financial frauds. The meeting was held under the aegis of Shri Prabhakar Jha, Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), UTs of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

Shri Prabhakar Jha gave an overview of the UTLCC framework and highlighted the need to strengthen financial literacy, public awar...
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Two-Day Workshop on Mushroom Cultivation Concludes at GDC Zanskar
10/7/2026 10:17:04 PM

Zanskar, October 07(Scoop News)-The Department of Botany, Government Degree College (GDC) Zanskar, successfully organised a two-day workshop on “Empowering Women’s Livelihoods through Mushroom Cultivation in Zanskar” under the PM-USHA Scheme.

The workshop aimed to create awareness about mushroom cultivation and highlight its potential as a sustainable livelihood and income-generating opportunity, particularly for women in the Zanskar region.

The workshop was organised under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Amjad Ali Abbasi, Principal, GDC Zanskar, and convened by Dr. Mohd Hussain, ...
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Dyeing Technique Upgradation Course Concludes in Nubra under RAMP Programme
10/7/2026 10:15:58 PM


Leh, October 07(Scoop News)-The Department of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Srinagar, and Handicrafts & Handloom, Leh, successfully conducted and concluded a six-day Dyeing Technique Upgradation Course at Nubra from September 29 to October 4, 2026, under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India.

The training programme aimed to enhance the technical capacities of local artisans and strengthen the textile v...
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Meeting with Political Party Representatives Held
on Revision of Municipal Electoral Rolls in Leh
10/6/2026 8:13:31 PM

Leh,October 06 (Scoop News)- A meeting with representatives of various recognised political parties was convened today at the Municipality Office, Leh, in connection with the revision of the Municipal Electoral Rolls.

The meeting was chaired by Sh. Atul Singh Mankotia, JKAS, Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), Leh. Both Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) were also present.

During the meeting, the representatives of the recognised political parties were apprised of the schedule for revision of the Municipal Electoral Rolls and the activities to be undertaken as per the...
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DC Zanskar Reviews Departmental Works, Directs Officers
to Ensure Dedicated Public Service
10/6/2026 6:03:35 PM

Zanskar, October 06(Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Shri. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting of district officers at the Dak Bungalow Conference Hall, Padum, to discuss the submission of proposals under untied grants and review overall departmental functioning.

During the meeting, Heads of various departments apprised the Deputy Commissioner of various departmental issues and requested necessary intervention for their timely resolution.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for effective coordination among departments for the timely implementation of deve...
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Disaster Management and School Safety Training Programme held
at Moravian Mission School and Ladakh Public School
10/6/2026 6:02:06 PM

Leh, October 06(Scoop News)-Under the aegis of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Leh, in collaboration with the 13th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Disaster Management and School Safety Training Programme continued today at Moravian Mission School and Ladakh Public School, Leh.

The training programme was conducted at Moravian Mission School in the morning, followed by a separate session at Ladakh Public School in the afternoon. Students and staff of both schools actively participated in the programme.

The sessions commenced with a welcom...
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DC Zanskar Reviews Departmental Works
Directs Officers to Ensure Dedicated Public Service
10/6/2026 5:55:16 PM

Zanskar, October 06(Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Shri. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting of district officers at the Dak Bungalow Conference Hall, Padum, to discuss the submission of proposals under untied grants and review overall departmental functioning.

During the meeting, Heads of various departments apprised the Deputy Commissioner of various departmental issues and requested necessary intervention for their timely resolution.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for effective coordination among departments for the timely implementation of devel...
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Visit of Director Sheep Husbandry, UT Ladakh to Director Sheep Husbandry, Kashmir
10/6/2026 5:49:15 PM


Leh,October 06(Scoop News)-The Director Sheep Husbandry, Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, paid a courtesy visit to the Director Sheep Husbandry, Kashmir, Dr. Bashrat Amin Khuthu.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding the Kashmir Merino crossbreeding programme being implemented in Kashmir, as well as the Merino crossbreeding programme being undertaken in Ladakh. The two sides discussed in detail the performance and success of Merino crossbred sheep in both Kashmir and Ladakh.

It was highlighted that Merino is a dual-purpose breed, known for its ...
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Meeting on Draft Electoral Rolls for Municipal Committee Kargil Held
10/6/2026 8:05:25 AM


Kargil, October 05 (Scoop News)-The The Assistant Electoral Registration Officer/ Executive Officer, Municipal Committee Kargil, Tahir Ahmad today chaired a meeting with representatives of various political parties regarding the draft publication and revision of Municipal Electoral Roll, 2026 for Municipal Committee Kargil under the relevant provision of the Municipal Election Rules, 2003.

During the meeting, the participants were informed that the draft Electoral Rolls have been prepared and published and are available for inspection at the office of the Electoral Registration Officer...
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Director SHD UT Ladakh Visits Drass District to Review Development of Pashmina
and Sheep Husbandry Sector in the District
10/6/2026 8:04:25 AM


Drass,October 05 (Scoop News)- Director Sheep Husbandry Department UT Ladakh Dr. Iftikhar Hussain today visited Drass to assess and review various ongoing and proposed initiatives aimed at strengthening the sheep husbandry, pashmina rearing and fodder development sectors in the region.

During the visit, the Director first inspected the proposed Fodder Development Land at Thasgam, identified by the local general public for fodder development for the department. He took stock of the potential of the site for fodder development and discussed the prospects of utilizing the land for strengt...
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Special Gram Sabha Programme Held in Four Villages of Nubra
10/5/2026 10:59:29 PM


Nubra, October 05 (Scoop News)-Special Gram Sabha programme were held today in Hunder, Tegar, Partapur and Tyakshi villages of Nubra under the People’s Plan Campaign, with an emphasis on strengthening grassroots level participation in the development planning process and identifying village specific development priorities.

During the programme, officers and officials of various line departments interacted with the residents and apprised them of the various GOI schemes and welfare programmes being implemented for the benefit of the public. The participants were informed about the eligib...
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Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra begins Two-Day Zanskar visit to review developmental works
10/3/2026 7:17:29 PM


Zanskar, October 03 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, arrived in Zanskar today on a two-day visit to review ongoing developmental works and assess issues related to local governance, infrastructure and public welfare in the region.

Upon his arrival at the Civil Helipad, Zanskar, the Chief Secretary was received by SP Zanskar Rigzin Sangdup, SDM Zanskar Jasif Amin, Councillor and State General Secretary, BJP, Stanzin Lakpa, along with other senior officers.

The Chief Secretary began his visit with a visit to Kanika Stupa and Sani Monastery, where he interacted w...
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Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra begins Two-Day Zanskar visit to review developmental works
10/3/2026 6:42:08 PM


Zanskar, October 03 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, arrived in Zanskar today on a two-day visit to review ongoing developmental works and assess issues related to local governance, infrastructure and public welfare in the region.

Upon his arrival at the Civil Helipad, Zanskar, the Chief Secretary was received by SP Zanskar Rigzin Sangdup, SDM Zanskar Jasif Amin, Councillor and State General Secretary, BJP, Stanzin Lakpa, along with other senior officers.

The Chief Secretary began his visit with a visit to Kanika Stupa and Sani Monastery, where he interacted w...
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Special Gram Sabha’ to take Watershed Development Reforms to the Grassroots
9,593 Gram Panchayats to disseminate Watershed Reforms through Gram Sabhas
10/3/2026 6:40:48 PM

Leh, October 03 (Scoop News)-The Government of Union Territory of Ladakh in collaboration with Government of India is taking citizen-centric watershed development reforms closer to rural communities through ‘Special Gram Sabha’, with a focus on awareness, participation and community ownership.

The initiative is being integrated with the People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) - ‘Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas’, commencing on 2 October 2036 through Gram Sabhas. In the State Watershed development-related reforms and information will be disseminated in around 191 Gram Panchayats covering 11 Watershed Develo...
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Wildlife Week 2036 Begins in Ladakh with Community-Led Cleanliness Drives
10/3/2026 6:38:57 PM

Leh, Ladakh,October 03 (Scoop News)-The Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh, marked the beginning of Wildlife Week 2036 with a series of community-focused activities under the theme “Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife.” The celebrations, being observed from 2 to 8 October 2036, aim to strengthen awareness about wildlife conservation, environmental cleanliness and community participation across the Union Territory.
The first day of Wildlife Week was marked by cleanliness drives across important wildlife areas and protected landscapes, bringing together frontline wil...
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DLSA Leh observes Gandhi Jayanti with Cleanliness Drive under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
10/3/2026 5:05:15 PM


Leh, October 02 (Scoop News)-The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Leh, observed Gandhi Jayanti today by organizing a comprehensive Cleanliness Drive at the District Court Complex, Melongthang, Leh, and its surrounding vicinity as part of the “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan” initiative.

The cleanliness drive was led by Mr. Wangial Tsering, Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Leh. The event witnessed active participation from Mr. Tsering Phuntsog, Deputy Director Prosecution; Mr. Jigmet Phuntsog, APP; along with court staff, personnel from the prosecution wing, Para Legal Volun...
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People's Plan Campaign with the theme, "Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas" organised across Zanskar
10/3/2026 5:01:51 PM

Zanskar, October 02 (Scoop News)-The Reforms Utsav was organised today across various villages of Zanskar on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti under the People's Plan Campaign (PPC), themed "Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas." The programme was conducted simultaneously in Zangla, Lungnak and Zanskar blocks, covering several villages, with active participation from various government departments. The event focused on creating awareness about government schemes, facilitating citizen services and addressing public grievances at the grassroots level.

During the programme, officials from various concerne...
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