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| Full-Dress Rehearsals Held at Kargil Ahead of Republic Day Celebrations | | 
Kargil,January 24 (Scoop News)-In the run-up to the upcoming Republic Day celebrations, a full-dress rehearsal was held with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour at Khri Sultan Cho Sports Stadium Kargil today.
Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, unfurled the tricolour, inspected the parade, and took the salute during the march-past. The march-past was presented by male and female contingents of the Police, Ex-Servicemen, students from various schools of Kargil and the Ladakh Police band party showcasing discipline, coordination and national pride.
Joint Director (Fina... |
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| | Zanskar Conducts Full Dress Rehearsal for 77th Republic Day at Padum | | 
Zanskar, January 24 (Scoop News)- In preparation for the upcoming 77th Republic Day, a grand full dress rehearsal was successfully conducted today at the Sports Stadium, Padum.
The ceremony commenced with the unfurling of the National Flag by the Tehsildar of Zanskar, Mr. Mohd Hassan, who proceeded to take the salute in the presence of various Sub-Divisional level officers and dignitaries.
The event featured a spirited March Past led by Assistant Sub-Inspector Tsering Namgail. The parade saw enthusiastic participation from several contingents, including: Ladakh Police, National Cadet ... |
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| | Hotel Association Calendar an Effort to Popularise Tourism of Jammu: Wazir | | HRA Katra Launches 2026 Calendar Showcasing Jammu’s Tourist Beauty and Hospitality Spirit | 
Katra,January 24 (Scoop News)-The Hotel and Restaurant Association (HRA), Katra today unveiled its visually rich 2026 calendar in a function held here today, as part of a major initiative to promote tourism across Jammu. The calendar will be distributed across India among tourism stakeholders including travel agents, tourism offices, government officials, travel trade Fairs,and media houses.
The calendar was unveiled by HRA President Rakesh Wazir, Chairman Shyam Lal Kesar, Senior Vice President Virender Kesar, Vice President Vivek Sharma,Gaurav Sharma,Karnail Singh and other office b... |
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| | DC, SSP Kargil Review Zojila Pass | | Assure Early Reopening of Srinagar–Kargil Highway After Snowfall | 
Kargil,January 24 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, on Friday visited Zojila Pass to review the condition of the Kargil–Srinagar National Highway following recent snowfall in the region.
The visit was aimed at assessing the feasibility of reopening the crucial road link for vehicular traffic. The Deputy Commissioner inspected the stretch from Drass to Zero Point, accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kargil Nitin Yadav and Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Drass... |
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| | Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Ladakh win first gold in women’s short-track relay | | skater Sachin Singh keeps Haryana on top | 
Leh (Ladakh), January 24 (Scoop News)-Hosts Ladakh won their first gold medal of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 when their women’s relay quartet won the 2000 metres short track race at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium here on Saturday. However, Haryana raced to two more gold medals from short-track skating to lead the medal standing with four golds overall.
By virtue of winning the 2000m short track relay at the NDS, hosts Ladakh rose to the No. 2 position in the medal tally. The Ladakh quartet of Skarma Tsultim, Shabana Zara, Tasnia Shameem, Insha Fatima were simply too stro... |
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| | GDCK with NIELIT Leh commenced a Short-Term Computer Training Programme | | |
Leh,January 23 (Scoop News)-Government Degree College Khaltse, in collaboration with NIELIT Leh, has commenced a Short-Term Computer Training Programme in Certified Computer Application, Accounting and Publishing Assistant.
The programme has been specially designed for outsiders and interested youth of the Sham region, with the objective of extending quality learning opportunities beyond the college campus. It aims to equip participants with essential digital, accounting, and publishing skills that are highly relevant in today’s competitive job market.
The training focuses on developing practical knowledge in computer applications, basic accounting software, office tools, and publis... |
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| | Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two teenaged figure skaters carving a course on ice | | Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two teenaged figure skaters carving a course on ice | 
Leh (Ladakh), January 23 (Scoop News)-On the ice, they skate alone. Off it, they share a journey defined by courage, sacrifice and belief. Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha (both novice figure skaters) belong to Gen Z of Indian figure skaters daring to dream big in a sport still struggling to find its feet in the country. Separated by geography but united by ambition, these two teenagers represent hope and aspiration into India’s growing ice sports ecosystem.
For 14-year-old Aarush Tiwari of Delhi, winner of bronze medal in novice boys’ category in Khelo India Winter Games 2026 underway i... |
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| | How a Ladakh lover from US, coach Natalie Falsgraf giving back to local community | | Natalie praises Khelo India’s move to introduce figure skating in Winter Games | 
Leh (Ladakh),January 23 (Scoop News)- Figure skating coach Natalie Falsgraf is a romantic to all intents and purposes. An American citizen, she first visited Leh-Ladakh in 2018 and instantly fell in love with the mountainous place. She has since taken on multiple coaching roles, teaching kids all over the Union Territory sheer out of the goodness of her heart.
Presently the first leg of Khelo India Winter Games 2026 (KIWG) is underway in Leh and for the first time in the Games’ history, figure skating made its debut which has well and truly brought Natalie to the centre of attention -- no ... |
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| | CEC Kargil Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Reviews Winter Preparedness | | in Light of current Meteorological Advisory | |
Kargil, January 22 (Scoop News)-In view of the advisory issued by the Meteorological Department, UT Ladakh, dated 21 January 2026, the Hon’ble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the preparedness of the district administration for the prevailing and anticipated winter conditions.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner briefed the on the weather advisories issued by the Meteorological Department and the overall preparedness of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). Detailed discussions were held on traffic regulation measures, identification of avalanche-prone and red z... |
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| | SDM Zanskar Reviews Preparations for Republic Day Celebrations | | |
Zanskar, January 22 (Scoop News)-Sub Divisional Magistrate Zanskar Omkar Rajendra Gundage (IAS) today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for the forthcoming Republic Day celebrations in Zanskar.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Zanskar Mohd. Hassan, SHO Zanskar Tsewang Norboo, BDO Zanskar, Executive Engineer R&B, Executive Engineer, PHE, BMO Zanskar, Forest officer Zanskar, Principal Hr.SS padum, ZEPO Zanskar, ZPEO Zanskar, Account Officer ZDA, CDPO Zanskar, TSO Zanskar, Tourism Officer Zanskar, ATO Zanskar, JE Mechanical and other departments incharge Officials.
The SDM conducted a detailed review of all necessary arrangements, including seating arrangements, conting... |
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| | Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Tamil Nadu,MP skate to golds; Haryana remain on top | | Army men maintain winning spree in ice-hockey; trounce Chandigarh 10-1 | |
Leh (Ladakh), January 22 (Scoop News)-Two golds medals were decided on Day 3 of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 on Thursday. Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh won the golds in the men’s and women’s 500m long track event, respectively, at the Gupukh’s Pond here. The Ladakh leg of KIWG 2026 will end on Republic Day.
Haryana continued to lead the medal tally, courtesy the pair of figure skating golds won on Wednesday. Four states – Uttarakhand, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh with a gold each – share the second spot with hosts Ladakh at sixth position with two silvers and two bronzes.
Like previous editions, skaters from the plains are matching their skills with those from region... |
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| | Principal District & Sessions Judge Kargil Chairs Meeting to Finalise Arrangements for Republic Day 2026 | | |
Kargil, January 22 (Scoop News)-A meeting regarding the celebration of Republic Day 2026 was convened today under the chairmanship of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kargil, Sheikh Gowhar Hussain in his office chamber.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil; Additional Superintendent of Police, Kargil; President, Bar Association Kargil; a representative from the Deputy Commissioner Kargil; Information Officer Kargil; Executive Engineers from R&B Division, PDD and PHE; and an official from the Municipal Committee Kargil.
Detailed deliberations were held on various arrangements for the celebration of 26th January 2026. All participating officers... |
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