| EC Tashi Congratulates Dr Padma Gurmath on UT Gold Medal and Padma Shri Award 2026 | | |
Kargil, February 04 (Scoop News)-The Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Er Punchok Tashi, on behalf of the people of Zanskar and Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, has extended warm congratulations to Dr Padma Gurmath, Director, National Institute of Sowa Rigpa, Ladakh, on being conferred with the prestigious UT Gold Medal and Padma Shri Award 2026.
In his congratulatory message, the Executive Councillor stated that the remarkable achievements of Dr Padma Gurmath are a matter of immense pride not only for Ladakh but for the entire Himalayan region. He emphasized ... | | Read More |
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| SDM Zanskar launches Sampoornta Abhiyan in Karsha block at -19°C | | |
Zanskar, February 04 (Scoop News)-Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 under the Aspirational Block Programme, an initiative of NITI Aayog, was formally launched at Karsha Block, Zanskar. The Abhiyan is being implemented for a defined campaign period from 28 January 2026 to 14 April 2026, with a focused and time-bound approach towards saturation of key development indicators.
The public launch was held on 2 February 2026 under the ABP-Block Karsha, and was formally launched by Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, IAS, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Zanskar, despite extreme climatic conditions with the temperatu... | | Read More |
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| Celebration of World Wetland Day and Launch of Asian Waterbird Census-2026 in UT Ladakh | | |
Leh, February 02 (Scoop News)-The Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh, today celebrated the World Wetland Day-2026 and launched of Asian Waterbird Census-2026 in collaboration with Wetlands International South Asia- Delhi in UT Ladakh with a one-day seminar on "Wetland and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage" at DIHAR Auditorium, Leh.
The event was inaugurated by Shri Rajesh S., IFS, APCCF/Chief Wildlife Warden, Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh, as the Chief Guest and it was graced by Smt. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Administrative... | | Read More |
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| Administrative Secretary, Cooperative visits Tibetan Consumer Coperaive Society Leh | | and Dairy Cooperative Society, Chuchot Yokma Village | |
Leh, February 01 (Scoop News)-The Administrative Secretary of the Cooperative Department, UT Ladakh, visited the Tibetan Consume Cooperative Society Leh. On arrival, the Administrative Secretary was warmly welcomed by the Priesident of the Cooperative Society with the traditional khataks. The meeting provided an opportunity for the villagers to present their concerns and suggestions for strengthening cooperative initiatives.
The visit underscored the commitment of the Cooperative Department to strengthen grassroots as the community has a special tradition and need to strengthen their ... | | Read More |
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| District Administration of Kargil distributes ration among drivers/helpers of stranded vehicles | | |
Kargil, February 01 (Scoop News)- On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner/ CEO-LAHDC, Kargil, ration was distributed among drivers and helpers of various vehicles stranded in Kargil Town on account of the inclement weather.
The exercise was supervised by Additional Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Imteeaz Kacho with the help of District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) and staff of DDMA.
Kacho visited Shiliktchey where the stranded vehicles are currently parked. The Police personnel manning the entry post in Shiliktchey also extended full ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra inspects ongoing developmental projects in Leh town | | |
Leh,January 31 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today undertook an extensive tour of Leh town and its adjoining areas to inspect various ongoing developmental projects and review their progress and implementation.
During the visit, the Chief Secretary inspected the Pashmina Dehairing Plant at the Industrial Estate, Leh. He closely observed the dehairing process, interacted with stakeholders, and obtained first-hand information regarding the functioning and operational aspects of the unit.
Shri Kundra also visited the Sewage Treat... | | Read More |
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| Awareness Programme on POSH Act Held at District Court Complex, Leh | | |
Leh, January 31 (Scoop News)-The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Leh, organized an awareness programme on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 at the District Court Complex, Leh.
The programme was attended by Mr. Wangail Tsering, Sub Judge, Leh and Secretary, DLSA Leh; Mr. Tsering Phuntsog, Deputy Director of Prosecution, UT Ladakh; Mr. Jigmet Phuntsog, Assistant Public Prosecutor, Leh Court; Mr. Nema Stanzin, Deputy Chief, Ladakh Autonomous District Council (LADC); Advocate Phuntsog Stobgyal, Assistant, LADC; members of th... | | Read More |
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| Representative of WWF India calls on Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh | | |
Leh, January 31 (Scoop News)-Mr Rigzin Dawa, Senior Programme Officer, WWF India, today called on Ashish Kundra, at the Secretariat, Leh, and discussed matters related to wildlife conservation, community livelihoods, and sustainable tourism initiatives in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
During the meeting, the representative briefed the Chief Secretary on various conservation and livelihood-linked initiatives being implemented across the region, including the Changthang visioning exercise, rangeland governance mechanisms, livelihood-based interventions, human–wildlife conflict mitigation ... | | Read More |
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| EC Appreciates Ladakh Police for Swift Rescue Operation After Tragic NPD Road Accident | | |
Kargil, January 31 (Scoop News)-The Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Phunchok Tashi has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the tragic road accident that occurred on January 29, 2026, on the Nimmu–Padum Road, wherein a private vehicle slipped into the Zanskar River, resulting in the unfortunate loss of three precious lives including Lambardar Lingshed Sh Nawang Stanzin.
Er. Phunchok Tashi termed the incident as deeply heartbreaking and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, expressing solidarity with them in this hour of immense grief. He prayed for eter... | | Read More |
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