| 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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| Chief Secretary briefs Media on Political Dialogue and Developmental Initiatives | | 
Leh, September 10 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today addressed the media and briefed journalists on the ongoing political dialogue on constitutional safeguards for Ladakh, recruitment and service-related matters, Nautor land rules, and other developmental and administrative initiatives.
On the ongoing political dialogue, the Chief Secretary shared k ... | | Read More |
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| DC Drass Visits Army Goodwill School, Interacts with Staff and Students | | 
Drass,September 10 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS), today visited Army Goodwill School, Drass, where he reviewed the school infrastructure, interacted with students and teachers while taking stock of the academic and co-curricular activities.
During the visit, the school authorities briefed the Deputy Commissioner in detail about the functioning of the institut ... | | Read More |
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| Director Sheep Husbandry Visits Pashmina Dehairing Plant in Leh | | 
Leh, September 10 (Scoop News)- Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, Director, Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh, along with Dr. Niyaz-ul-Hussain, Joint Director, Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh, and Shri Shishir Tyagi, Additional Joint Director, Wool Research Association, Thane, today visited the Pashmina Dehairing Plant in Leh.
During the visit, the dignitaries inspected the ongoing pashmina ... | | Read More |
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| AAM-PHC Sakti Observes International Day of Clean Air | |  for Blue Skies with Community Participation
Sakti , Warila & Changla , September 10 (Scoop News)-AAM-PHC Sakti is observing the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies through a week-long programme from 7th to 14th September 2026, under the theme “The Economic Case for Air Pollution Action.” The programme aims to create awareness about the importance of clean air, prevention of air pollution and collective community action for a he ... | | Read More |
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| 8th Kisan Mela & Exhibition Organised at KVK Nyoma to Promote Agricultural Innovation | | |
Nyoma,September 09 (Scoop News)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Nyoma, under the University of Ladakh (UoL), in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), organised the 8th Kisan Mela & Exhibition 2026 at Nyoma today.
The event provided an important platform for showcasing agricultural achievements, technological interventions, innovative farming practices, crop diversification opportunities and market-oriented initiatives suited to the unique high-altitude and cold-arid conditions of the Changthang region.
The programme was grac... | | Read More |
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| Municipal Committee Kargil Cracks Down on Illegal Constructions | | |
Kargil, September 09 (Scoop News)-In a major enforcement drive against unauthorized construction, the Municipal Committee Kargil, in coordination with the Revenue Department, Police Department, and Public Works Department (PWD), has intensified action against cases of illegal construction within the municipal limits of Kargil.
During the enforcement drive, construction activities found to be in violation of the prescribed Building Bye-Laws. Notices were also served upon the concerned persons, directing them to comply with the applicable rules and regulations.
The Municipal Committee K... | | Read More |
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| Deputy Director, MY Bharat Leh Ladakh Calls for Mass Participation of Youth | | in Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027 Quiz | |
Leh,September 09 (Scoop News)- Mrs. Jigmat Speldon, Deputy Director, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Leh Ladakh have attend a press conference at the Office Chambers today, 9 September 2026, to highlight the importance of mass participation of young people in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027. Quiz
The press conference will focus on creating widespread awareness among young citizens, educational institutions, youth organisations and the general public about VBYLD 2027 and encouraging maximum participation in the ongoing nationwide campaign.
A National Platform for Yo... | | Read More |
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| 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 Launched at Khaltsi | | |
Khaltsi, September 09 (Scoop News)-September 09, 2026: SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 9: Jammu, The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026 was launched today at Anganwadi Centre Khaltsi 3rd, located at Moravian Mission School, Khaltsi, with Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), as the Chief Guest.
The programme was organised by ICDS Project Khaltsi under the Ministry of Women and Child Development’s POSHAN Abhiyaan, as part of Mission Saksham Anganwadi and POSHAN 2.0.
The launch programme was attended by CMO, Sham, Dr. Shamim Ahmed; CDPO, Khaltsi, Tsering Youtol; ZEPO, Khaltsi, Kunz... | | Read More |
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| DC Nubra Reviews Status of Murgi–Charasa–Burma Road Stretch in Nubra District | | |
Nubra, September 09 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Nubra, Sh. Mukul Beniwal, IAS, reviewed the ongoing works on the Murgi–Charasa–Burma road stretch, including widening, surface improvement, BT works and bridge construction.
The DC directed the PWD to expedite the works and ensure close monitoring of progress. He also stressed the need for effective coordination among the concerned field functionaries for timely execution of the works.
The Executive Engineer, PWD, apprised the DC of the progress and assured that the works are being carried out at full pace.
The meeting was attend... | | Read More |
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| Rotten Chicken and Fish Seized and Ordered to be Disposed of in Diskit Market | | |
Nubra, September 09 (Scoop News)-Acting on a report regarding the sale of rotten chicken and fish in Diskit Market, Tehsildar Diskit, Shri Tashi Jorgais, issued an order under Section 152 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, directing the immediate removal and disposal of the unfit food items.
As per the order, a shopkeeper, Bilal Ahmed, son of Bashir Ahmed Bhat, resident of Kulgam, Srinagar, was found engaged in the sale and supply of rotten chicken and fish at his shop, Bilal Chicken Shop, located at Diskit, Nubra. The food items were found unfit for human consumpt... | | Read More |
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| STEM Education Programme Organised at Government High School Murad Bagh in Drass | | |
Drass, September 09 (Scoop News)-A special STEM Education Programme was organised today at Government High School in Murad Bagh with the participation of students from the school as well as nearby feeding schools.
Students from Class 6th to 8th of various schools were invited to participate in the programme. The event was aimed at promoting scientific curiosity, practical learning, innovation and interest in science among young learners.
A team of experts from STEM Education, under the guidance of Mr. Mehboob Ali, conducted a series of interesting and educational demonstrations. The e... | | Read More |
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| GDC Kargil Faculty Receives Best Oral Presentation Award at National Conference | | |
Kargil, September 08 (Scoop News)-Dr. Mohd Raza, Assistant Professor of Biotechnology at Government Degree College (GDC), Kargil, has been conferred the Best Oral Presentation Award at the National Conference on “Biodiversity, Conservation and Biotechnology of Microbes and Plants (NCBCBMP-2026)”, organised by the Department of Botany, University of Ladakh, Kargil Campus, from September 5 to 7, 2026.
The three-day national conference was organised with the theme “Biodiversity, Conservation and Biotechnology of Microbes and Plants” and was funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundat... | | Read More |
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| DC Drass Reviews Arrangements for National Sports Day (2026) and Youth Engagement Month event in Drass | | |
Drass, September 08 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today took a meeting to review and finalize arrangements for the upcoming National Sports Day (2026) and Youth Engagement Month activities to be organized at the Ice Hockey Rink in Drass .
The meeting was attended by Superintendent of Police Ishtyaq Kacho (JKPS), Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Chief Medical Officer, Block Development Officer, Zonal Physical Education Officer, Youth Services & Sports Officer, Junior Engineer, PWD Division and other officials.
During the meeting, the Zonal Physical Education ... | | Read More |
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| BJP holds organizational meeting in Drass | |  over 100 prominent workers join party
Drass, September 07 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul addressed an organizational meeting of the party at Drass.
Ladakh BJP President Tashi Khachu, former Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) Tashi Gyalson, former Deputy CEC Tsering Angchuk, Mahila Morcha President, Yuva Morcha President, Drass District President Fa ... | | Read More |
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| EJM College Organises One-Day Botanical Tour to Warila | | |
Leh, September 07 (Scoop News)-The Department of Botany, Eliezer Joldan Memorial College (EJM College), Leh, organised a one-day botanical tour to Warila with the objective of providing students with practical exposure to the rich and diverse plant wealth of the region.
Students from the 1st, 3rd and 5th semesters participated enthusiastically in the field excursion. The tour provided an opportunity for students to study plants in their natural habitats and observe the diversity of different plant groups across varied sites and microhabitats.
A major component of the field study was t... | | Read More |
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| DC Zanskar Chairs Meeting to Review Preparations for Ladakh Zanskar Festival 2026 | | |
Zanskar, September 07 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Zanskar, Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting with all District and Sub-Divisional Officers to review the preparations for the upcoming Ladakh Zanskar Festival 2026, which is scheduled on 15th and 16th of September.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner called upon all concerned officers to make proper and adequate arrangements for the successful conduct of the festival. He stressed the importance of close coordination among departments and timely completion of all necessary preparations.
The Deputy Commission... | | Read More |
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| GDC Kargil Concludes Week-Long Intramural Sports Tournament | | |
Kargil, September 07 (Scoop News)- Government Degree College Kargil, Department of Physical Education and Sports successfully concluded its week-long Intramural Sports Tournament 2026, under the supervision of Principal GDC Kargil Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi.
The Tournament featuring various men’s and women’s competitions in Table Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball and Handball. The concluding program was attended by more than 200 students of the college.
The program commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Mustafa Ali, Director Education and Sports, who appreciated the enthusiastic participation... | | Read More |
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