| Ladakh Showcases Pashmina Heritage at Lakmé Fashion Week 2026 Through “The Fifth Season” | | |
New Delhi, October 19 (Scoop News)-The Union Territory of Ladakh showcased its rich textile heritage and contemporary creative identity at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) 2026 through a special presentation titled “The Fifth Season: A Fashion Story from Ladakh” at Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi, on the concluding day of the fashion event.
The showcase celebrated Ladakh’s world-renowned Pashmina, indigenous textiles and traditional craftsmanship, with a special focus on the Changthang pastoral communities and artisans who preserve this unique heritage.
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| Deputy Commissioner Drass Conducts Inspections of Sites Proposed Under VVP-II Projects | | in Drass District | |
Drass, October 18 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today visited various locations of Matayen and Pandrass Villages to inspect/assess the sites identified for executing works of varioous departments under the Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II).
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Planning Officer, Zonal Education & Planning Officer, other officials, concerned Namberdars and villagers.
In both villages, the Deputy Commissioner and the accompanying officers inspected the proposed sites for various development... | | Read More |
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| Ceremonial Bench Held at Leh to Mark Historic Inauguration of Ladakh Bench of High Court | |  of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
Leh, October 18 (Scoop News)-A Ceremonial Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, presided over by Hon’ble Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, was held at Leh today to commemorate the historic inauguration of the Ladakh Bench, marking a significant milestone in bringing constitutional justice closer to the people of t ... | | Read More |
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| CJI Inaugurates Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Leh | | 
Leh,October 18 (Scoop News)-In a historic milestone for the administration of justice in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, today inaugurated the newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melongthang, Leh.
The establishment of the Bench marks a significant step towards bringing justice closer to the ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secretary, Ashish Kundra highlights infrastructure achievements | | and progress on constitutional safeguards for Ladakh | |
Leh, October 17(Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, highlighted major infrastructure achievements dedicated to the people of Ladakh by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on October 15 and outlined the progress made in discussions with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on constitutional safeguards and the proposed democratic framework for the Union Territory.
The Chief Secretary said that infrastructure projects worth approximately ₹3,350 crore were dedicated to the people of Ladakh, with around 10,000 people from all seven districts participating virtually in the progr... | | Read More |
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| CEC Dr Jaffar Akhone Attends UT-Level Role Play and Folk Dance Competition at Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Jaffar Akhone, today attended the UT-Level Role Play and Folk Dance Competition organized by the District Institute of Education and Trainings (DIET), Kargil, under the aegis of the School Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
The programme was attended by Chief Education Officer Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, Principal DIET Kargil Khursheeda Banoo, Principal Government Higher Secondary School Boys Baroo, Principal Government Higher Secondary S... | | Read More |
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| Justice Sanjay Parihar Inspects New District Court Complex at Kurbathang, Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)- Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Parihar, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Administrative Judge for District Kargil), today visited and inspected New District Court Complex, Kurbathang, Kargil.
Upon his arrival, His Lordship was accorded a Guard of Honour by District Police Kargil in the presence of Mr. Tsewang Phuntsog, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil, Mr. Sadiq Ali Wazir, Munsiff, Sankoo, and Mr. Reyaz Ahmad Khan, President, Bar Association Kargil, along with Bar members. Also present on the occasion were civil society representatives, Aga Sy... | | Read More |
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| 21-Day Homestay Training Programme Launched in Kargil | | to Strengthen Rural Tourism, Local Entrepreneurship | | to Strengthen Rural Tourism, Local Entrepreneurship
PM-JUGA–RAMP initiative brings together hospitality training, field exposure and digital skills to transform homestays into sustainable rural enterprises
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Kargil, October 17(Scoop News)- A 21-day Homestay Training Programme under the Homestay Holistic Support Framework (HHSF) was inaugurated at the Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC), Bemathang, Kargil, to strengthen community-based tourism, enhance hospitality standards and create sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural Ladakh.
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| 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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