| Medicinal Plant Identification Camp-cum-Herbal Garden Open Day Organised at Palam | | |
Leh, September 22 (Scoop News)-The State Medicinal Plant Board (SMPB), Union Territory of Ladakh, organised a Medicinal Plant Identification Camp-cum-Herbal Garden Open Day on 22nd September 2026 at the CSIR-IIIM Experimental Research & Development Station/Farm, Palam, Leh, UT Ladakh, as part of the celebration of the 11th Ayurveda Day 2026.
Students of Classes 5th to 10th of Government High School, Shey, along with their teaching faculty, participated in the programme. The programme was organised with the objective of creating awareness among students about the importance of medicinal pla... | | Read More |
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| CEC LAHDC Kargil Meets Al-Muntazir Association Delegation | | Assures Action on Pashkum Road and Teacher Shortage | |
Kargil, September 22 (Scoop News)-The Hon'ble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today met with a delegation of the Al-Muntazir Educational and Developmental Organisation, Pashkum, Kargil, led by its Vice President.
During the meeting, the delegation apprised the CEC of two pressing issues concerning the Pashkum area.
The first pertained to the deteriorated condition of the link road from Hussaini Bridge to Chulachay, Pashkum. The delegation informed the CEC that the lack of proper macadamization and inadequate road width has caused considerab... | | Read More |
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| From Textbooks to Hands-on Learning | | Middle School Skara Students Explore Science at DIET Leh STEM Lab | | Leh,September 22 (Scoop News)- Students of Middle School Skara Leh visited the STEM Lab at the District Institute of Education & Training (DIET), Leh, where they participated enthusiastically in an engaging, activity-based science learning session.
The session provided students with an opportunity to move beyond the conventional classroom setting and experience science through seeing, doing, and discovering. Textbook concepts were brought to life through interesting demonstrations and activities, making learning more meaningful while fostering curiosity and a spirit of inquiry among the yo... | | Read More |
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| Awareness Session on Gems of India Challenge Held at Leh Main Market | | |
Leh, September 22 (Scoop News)- An awareness session on the Gems of India Challenge was organised today, September 22, 2026, at the Leh Main Market by officials of the District Information Office, Leh.
During the session, detailed information was provided to the audience about the ‘Gems of India’ initiative, its objectives, and various aspects of the contest. The session highlighted the attractive awards at the District, State/UT, and National levels, encouraging creators to showcase the best of their respective districts through innovative and engaging storytelling.
Several creators ... | | Read More |
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| SSP Kargil Nitin Yadav (IPS) and DFO Kargil Ankit Sinha(IFS) visits GDC Drass | | Interact with Students on UPSC, Environment and Drug Abuse Awareness | |
Drass, September 21 (Scoop News)-Nitin Yadav, (IAS) SSP Kargil, and the Divisional Forest Officer Ankit Sinha (IPS) Kargil, visited GDC Drass and interacted with students on important issues concerning career development, environmental responsibility and drug abuse prevention. The visiting officers were warmly welcomed by Principal MNM Shabani.
During the interaction, the DFO Kargil engaged with students on the importance of environmental conservation, protection of natural resources and individual responsibility towards preserving the fragile mountain ecosystem. He also shared guidanc... | | Read More |
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| Horticulture Leh Organizes Six-Day Exposure Visit to Kashmir for Farmers of Leh, Nubra | | |
Leh,September 20 (Scoop News)- The Department of Horticulture, Leh, today organized a six-day exposure visit to Kashmir for 40 farmers from Leh, Sham and Nubra District under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. The programme aims to provide farmers with practical exposure to advanced horticultural practices, modern technologies and successful horticulture models.
The exposure tour was flagged off from NDS Ground, Leh, by Director Horticulture, UT Ladakh, Shri Tsewang Punchok, in the presence of the Chief Horticulture Officer and ... | | Read More |
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| Mera Yuva Bharat leh Ladakh | | Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan Organised | |
Leh, September 20 (Scoop News)-As part of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” – 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Leh, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, organised an awareness programme at Government ITI Leh on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with active participation of youth and students.
The programme commenced with Vande Mataram, followed by the National Anthem. The participants thereafter took the Nasha Mukt Yuva pledge, reaffirming their commitment to staying away from substance abuse and contributing towards creating a healthy and drug... | | Read More |
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| National Sports Day/Youth Engagement Month Volleyball Tournament Concludes at Drass | | District Kargil emerges winner in male and female categories | |
Drass, September 19 (Scoop News)- The National Sports Day 2026 – The National Sports Day/Youth Engagement Month Volleyball Tournament concluded today at Drass with a closing ceremony, marking the successful culmination of activities aimed at promoting sportsmanship, youth engagement, healthy lifestyles and a drug-free society.
Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho attended the closing ceremony along with Zonal Physical Education Officer and Officials of Youth Services & Sports Department; Zonal Education Officer, Child Development Project Officer, Shubham Nautiyal, Senior Programme ... | | Read More |
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| Two-Day Seabuckthorn Conclave-cum-Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet Concludes in Leh | | |
Leh, September 19 (Scoop News)-The two-day Seabuckthorn Conclave-cum-Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet 2026, organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce, UT Ladakh, concluded today at Hotel Zen, Leh, bringing together experts, researchers, government representatives, farmers, producers, entrepreneurs, scientists and delegates from Mongolia to deliberate on product development, value addition, certification, packaging, marketing and export opportunities for Ladakh’s seabuckthorn sector.
Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, attended the valedictory session as the Chief Guest, wh... | | Read More |
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| Introductory Meeting of Newly Appointed Accounts Assistants Held in Leh | | 
Leh, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Finance Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, today organized an introductory meeting of the newly appointed Accounts Assistants, Inspector and Junior Assistant with Sh. Tsewang Tharchin, IA&AS, Commissioner/Secretary, Finance Department, UT of Ladakh, at the Conference Hall, Council Secretariat, Leh.
The meeting was also attended by Ms. Stanzin Donsal, Dir ... | | Read More |
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| LG Leads UT-wide Drug Awareness Padyatra Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan | |  Reaffirms Commitment Towards a Drug-Free Ladakh
Leh, September 17 (Scoop News)- As part of the extensive UT-wide Drug Awareness Campaign, Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today led the UT-wide Drug Awareness Padyatra under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, reaffirming the Administration's commitment to building a Drug-Free Ladakh.
The campaign was also joined by Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra ... | | Read More |
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| LPCC Celebrates World Ozone Day-2026 at Government Middle School, Gompa, Leh | | | Leh,September 17 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Pollution Control Committee (LPCC) celebrated World Ozone Day, 2026 at Government Middle School, Gompa, Leh, with the objective of spreading awareness among students about the importance of protecting the ozone layer and promoting environmental conservation. The programme was organized by the officers and staff of LPCC in coordination with the school authorities, in line with this year’s theme, “Global Action for a Cooler Planet.”
As a part of the awareness programme, a quiz competition and a speech competition were conducted for the students, provi... | | Read More |
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| Stakeholder Workshop on Human–Brown Bear Conflict Held in Zanskar. | | |
Zanskar, Ladakh,September 17 (Scoop News)- In what is being seen as the first initiative of its kind since the formation of the new Zanskar district, WWF-India, in coordination with the Wildlife, Sheep Husbandry, Forest and Animal Husbandry Departments, organised a multi-stakeholder workshop titled "Understanding Human–Brown Bear Interactions and Sympatric Wildlife in Zanskar."
The session brought together Lambardars from several villages, the District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Zanskar, the Principal of Government Degree College (GDC), Zanskar, departmental officials and representatives... | | Read More |
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| Ladakh Showcases Its Vision as a 365-Day High-Altitude Tourism Destination | | at BRIDGES for Conscious Travel 2026, New Delhi | |
New Delhi, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Department of Tourism, Union Territory of Ladakh successfully participated in BRIDGES for Conscious Travel 2026, held from 16-18 September 2026 at The Imperial, New Delhi, one of the subcontinent's foremost platforms dedicated to responsible, sustainable and experience-led tourism. The ninth edition of BRIDGES brought together leading hoteliers, tour operators, destination management companies, travel designers, conservationists, policymakers, media professionals and tourism stakeholders committed to advancing conscious travel and community-centric ... | | Read More |
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| Padyatra Held in Drass Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan | | Rally spreads message of a healthy, drug-free society | |
Drass,September 17 (Scoop News)-In line with the schedule of the UT Administration of Ladakh, a Padyatra was held today in Drass under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan from Khandiyal Lungma to Tourist Dak Bungalow with enthusiastic participation from students, teachers and Government employees. The rally was aimed at strengthening public awareness against drug abuse and encourage young people to embrace a healthy, disciplined and drug-free lifestyle.
The event saw participation of Deputy Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho, Superintendent of Police Ishtyaq Kacho, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Asif H... | | Read More |
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| Scientific Advisory Committee Meetings of KVK Kargil-I and Kargil-II Held at KVK Kargil-II | | |
Kargil,September 17 (Scoop News)-The 8th and 22nd Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) Meetings of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-I and Kargil-II (Zanskar), respectively, were held today, 17 September 2026, at KVK Kargil-II under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushawaha. The meeting was conducted in hybrid mode with the participation of scientists, technical staff, officers from line departments and other stakeholders.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Ibrahim, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer; Dr. Asif, District Husbandry Officer; Mr. Rigzin... | | Read More |
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