| DC Sham Reviews Functioning of Jal Jeevan Mission | | |
Khaltsi, October 16 (Scoop News)- The Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office, Sham, to review the functioning of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the district.
The meeting was attended by the Sub Divisional Magistrate, Khaltsi and Likir; Executive Engineer of the Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department Sham; Tehsildar, Saspol; Naib Tehsildar Headquarter Khaltsi, Skurbuchan and Temisgam; Assistant Executive Engineer, Kargil; concerned Junior Engineers; and Lambardars of revenue villages in Sham district.
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| GDC Kargil concludes two-day exposure Vlvisit to IIT Jammu and CSIR-IIIM Jammu | | |
Kargil, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Departments of Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry and Physics of Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil successfully concluded a two-day exposure visit to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu and CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, under the DBT STAR College Scheme.
During the visit to IIT Jammu, students explored research laboratories, attended a lecture on electromagnetic waves and interacted with Dr. Vivek Raina, who briefed them on research opportunities, higher studies, and DNA damage and repair.
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| Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Inspects Truck Terminal at Kharul | | |
Kargil, October 16 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, IAS, today visited the Truck Terminal at Kharul, Kargil, to assess the status of construction works and review progress towards completion.
During the inspection, the Chief Secretary expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the executing agency over the delay in completing the project. He directed the agency to expedite the remaining works and ensure early completion of the terminal. He also warned that failure to complete the project within the stipulated timeframe could lead to the bla... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Administration redefines tehsils and revenue villages across five districts | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has issued a notification redefining tehsils and revenue villages in five districts of the Union Territory to streamline administrative arrangements and improve public service delivery.
The Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, issued Notification S.O. 286 dated October 16, 2026, under Section 5 of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Revenue Act, 1996, as applicable to the Union Territory of Ladakh, in continuation of earlier notifications dated April 27, 2026, and July 12, 2026.
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| Ladakh Administration notifies Autonomous Hill Development Council for Sankoo District | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has notified the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Sankoo, for the newly created Sankoo district under the provisions of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils Act, 1997.
As per Notification S.O. 285 dated October 16, 2026, issued by the Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, the Lieutenant Governor has notified the LAHDC, Sankoo, for the district of Sankoo under sub-section (1) of Section 3 of the Act.
The Council shall exercise such powers and perform such functions as prescribed unde... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Administration notifies creation of Sankoo as new district of UT Ladakh | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has formally notified the creation of Sankoo as a new district, with Sankoo designated as its headquarters.
The Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, issued Notification S.O. 284 dated October 16, 2026, under Section 5 of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Revenue Act, 1996, as applicable to the Union Territory of Ladakh, in continuation of Notification S.O. 180 dated April 27, 2026.
As per the notification, the newly created Sankoo district comprises four tehsils: Sankoo, GM Pore, TSG and Taisuru, along with the revenu... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Student Stanzin Nyendon Secures 24th Rank in Top 50 | | at National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026 | |
New Delhi,October 14 (Scoop News)-The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, organised the three-day 12th edition of the National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026 from October 12 to 14 at Hall No. 5, Level 1, Bharat Mandapam, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), New Delhi.
Around 750 students from various States and Union Territories across India participated in the prestigious national-level competition. The Union Territory of Ladakh was represented by 10 students who showcased their innovative ideas and scientific models. Among the participants, Stanzin Nyendon... | | Read More |
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| DC Drass Attends Thermal Distribution Event Organised by 17000 ft Foundation at Government High School, Salampora. | | at Government High School, Salampora | |
Drass, October 14 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS), today attended a special thermal distribution programme at Government High School, Salampora, Drass, as the organised by the 17000 ft Foundation in collaboration with the Japanese clothing brand UNIQLO aimed at supporting school education and promoting the welfare of students in the region.
The programme was attended by the LAHDC Councillor Abdul Samad, Principal, DIET-Kargil, Khurshida Bano; HoD, FLN, DIET-Kargil Dr. Vilayat Ali; Zonal Education Officer, Drass, Mohammad Ibrahim along with Mr. Kenji, Head of... | | Read More |
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| PM Vishwakarma Scheme - Awareness and Beneficiary Outreach Programme Concluded in Kargil District | | |
Kargil, October 14 (Scoop News)-A series of awareness and beneficiary outreach programmes under the PM Vishwakarma (PMV) Scheme concluded today at the Conference Hall of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Kargil. The programmes were organised from 9th to 14th October 2026 at Shakar Chiktan on 9th October, Sankoo on 12th October, and Kargil on 13th and 14th October, in coordination with the State Level PM Vishwakarma Management Unit (SLPMU-PMV) and participating banks.
The initiative aimed to strengthen beneficiary outreach, improve access to institutional credit, and expedite loan san... | | Read More |
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| Basic Rock-Climbing Course Concludes Successfully at Leh | | 
Leh,October 14 (Scoop News)-The Basic Rock-Climbing Course, conducted by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) with the support of the Department of Tourism, UT Ladakh, concluded successfully at Leh today.
The closing ceremony was graced by Shri Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Administrative Secretary, Tourism & CultureDepartment, UT Ladakh; Shri Mohammad Anjum, JKAS, Under Secretary, Tourism ... | | Read More |
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| 21-Day Homestay Training Programme under PM-JUGA and RAMP inaugurated in Leh | | |
Leh,October 13 (Scoop News)- A 21-day training programme under the Homestay Holistic Support Framework (HHSF) for 56 homestay owners and beneficiaries was inaugurated at the State Institute of Hotel Management (SIHM), Leh.
The programme is being conducted through the convergence of the PM-JUGA and RAMP schemes, with the joint efforts of the Department of Tourism and the Department of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh. It is being implemented by the Firgun Social Initiative Foundation.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by Director, Industries & Commerce, Sonam Nurboo, and Under Secret... | | Read More |
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| IIM Jammu releases first admission list for BBA (Hons.) programme at Leh Campus | | Four-year undergraduate programme to expand access to quality management education in Ladakh | |
Leh, October 13 (Scoop News)- The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu has released the first admission list for its four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) (Hons.) programme at the IIM Jammu Leh Campus, Ladakh, on October 12, 2026. The initiative marks a significant step towards expanding access to quality management education and creating new academic opportunities for students in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The programme, with an initial intake of 60 students for the academic year 2026–27, aims to provide aspiring students with a strong foundation in business an... | | Read More |
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| Bhanu Prabha IAS Visits Schools in Shakar–Chiktan Zone of District Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 11 (Scoop News)-Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ms. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, visited various educational institutions across the Shakar–Chiktan Zone of District Kargil on 11 October 2026 as part of her official tour programme to review the academic environment, infrastructure, hostel facilities, and overall functioning of schools.
During the visit, she inspected Government Middle School Sanjak, Government Primary School Samuna, Government High School Yokma Kharbu, Government Middle School Lamsu, Government Higher Secondary Scho... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra launches ‘Katabita: The Hidden Doodleland’ in Leh | | |
Leh, October 11 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today launched Katabita: The Hidden Doodleland, authored by Padma Angmo and published by Yige Publication, at Rang Thag in Leh.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary highlighted the significance of children’s imagination in interpreting mythology, spiritual narratives and the cultural heritage of a region. He described the process of documenting children’s imaginative expressions as fascinating, particularly in exploring the connections between spiritual stories, mythology and local landscapes.
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