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| Day 11 of Yoga Session conducted at MIMC by Yoga Expert Rohit Rawat | | 
Leh, May 12 (Scoop News)- The eleventh day of the ongoing Yoga and Meditation Session at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh, was conducted by renowned yoga teacher Rohit Rawat from The Yoga Institute, Mumbai.
The session witnessed enthusiastic participation, who actively engaged in various yoga practices aimed at promoting physical well-being, mental peace, and holistic health.
Similarly, a meditation session was also held at the Shangri-La Pyramid Meditation Centre, witnessing enthusiastic participation from attendees. The session focused on mindfulness and i... |
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| | Peace Walk and Bum-sKhor Procession Draws Large Gathering in Choglamsar | | 
Leh,May 12 (Scoop News)- A Peace Walk and Bum-sKhor procession was organised today from the Dharma Centre by the Ladakh Gonpa Association and Ladakh Buddhist Association in connection with the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha.
The procession witnessed the participation of nearly 1,000 Venerable monks and nuns representing monasteries from across the Ladakh region. A large number of local residents, devotees and visitors also joined the spiritual gathering, reflecting a collective message of peace, compassion and harmony.
The procession was ceremonially welcomed with... |
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| | CEC Kargil Welcomes Newly Appointed Director Social and Tribal Welfare | | |
Kargil, May 12 (Scoop News)- Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today warmly welcomed the newly appointed Director of Social and Tribal Welfare, Zahida Banoo, at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil.
During the interaction, the CEC extended his best wishes to Zahida Banoo for her new assignment and expressed hope that her tenure would further strengthen the implementation of welfare and developmental initiatives for the benefit of the people, particularly marginalized and tribal communities.
Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi, was also present during the meeting.
During the interaction, various welfare-r... |
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| | DC and ADDC Kargil Review Water Supply Schemes in Chiktan and Sankoo Areas | | |
Kargil, May 11(Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, IAS, and Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kargil today jointly chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of water supply schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission in Chiktan and Sankoo subdivisions.
The meeting was attended by the concerned district and sectoral officers including officials from PHE, PWD R&B, PMGSY, Health, Rural Development and other line departments.
At the outset, a detailed presentation was made regarding the physical and financial progress of ongoing Jal Jeevan Mission schemes, status of Functional Household Tap Connections ... |
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| | Chief Secretary reviews Leh Old Town upgradation and beautification plan | | |
Leh, May 11(Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a meeting to review the proposed upgradation and beautification works for Leh Old Town aimed at enhancing the heritage value, public infrastructure, and overall visitor experience in the historic area.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the stage-wise implementation of various components of the project, including streetscape improvement, heritage lighting, installation of uniform signage, façade enhancement, pedestrian-friendly pathways, and overall urban beautification measures. The meeting also focused on maintaining the architectural and cultural identity of the Old Town while ... |
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| | Er. Punchok Tashi Facilitates Newly Appointed DC & SP of Zanskar District | | |
Zanskar, May 10(Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening governance in the newly created Zanskar District, Executive Councilor (EC) for Zanskar Development Authority, Er. Punchok Tashi, formally welcomed and facilitated the newly appointed Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) at Tourist Bangkow Padum.
During the occasion, EC Tashi urged all Heads of Departments (HODs) to extend their full cooperation and support in accelerating the development process of the district. He emphasized that the creation of Zanskar District marks a historic milestone, bringing administration closer to the people and ensuring inclusive growth for the region.
EC Tashi e... |
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| | Thousands Gather at Jivetsal as Sacred Buddha Relics Draw Devotees on Eighth Day | | |
Jivetsal, May 09(Scoop News)-The eighth day of the public exposition and veneration of the sacred relics of Gautama Buddhawitnessed an extraordinary response at Jivetsal, where devotees from different parts of Ladakh assembled in large numbers to pay homage and receive blessings.
The spiritual gathering saw the participation of nearly 7,000 devotees, including visitors from the Kargil region, who arrived throughout the day to take part in the holy occasion. The venue remained filled with worshippers from morning till evening, highlighting the strong spiritual significance attached to the relics among the Buddhist community.
Religious prayers and ceremonial offerings for the day were con... |
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| | DC, SP Drass interact with Pensioners and Senior Citizen | | |
Drass, May 09(Scoop News)-All Pensioners & Senior Citizens Welfare Association of Drass organized a programme today to welcome Drass District’s newly appointed Deputy Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) and Superintendent of Police Ishtiyaq Ahmad Kacho (JKPS) at Dak Bungalow Drass.
The dignitaries were received with a khataqs ceremony amid enthusiasm and participation from pensioners and senior citizens.
The President of the association Nissar Hussain welcomed the dignitaries and participants. He expressed happiness over the announcement of Drass as a new District on 28 April this year and highlighted the need for improvement in the health and education sectors on a priority basis.
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| | 2nd National Lok Adalat in Kargil Disposes 381 Cases, Settles Over ₹19.7 Lakh | | |
Kargil, May 09(Scoop News)- May 09, 2026: As per the direction of Ladakh Legal Services Authority, the District Legal Services Authority Kargil organized 2nd National Lok Adalat today on 9th of May 2026 and whereas the Pre Lok Adalat sessions commenced from 4th of May to 8th of May, 2026.
During the Lok Adalat, six 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, Matrimonial Issues, Compoundable Electricity and Water Bills, land Acquisition cases, Revenue case... |
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| | DC Leh visited Chumur, the first village situated along the Indo-China border | |  Chumur/Leh, May 09(Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Leh, Romil Singh Donk, along with Deputy Commissioner Changthang, Nitish Rajora, visited Chumur, the first village of Changthang district situated along the Indo-China border.
Chumur is a remote border village with around 24 households, known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional nomadic lifestyle. Surrounded by vast high-altitude mountains and grazing pastures, the village is home to families who primarily depend on livestock rearing. Despite the harsh climatic conditions and difficult terrain, the residents continue to preserve... |
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| | Mass Communication Students of EJM college, Leh Visit AIR and Doordarshan Leh | | |
Leh, May 08(Scoop News)-The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism organized an academic field visit to All India Radio Leh and Doordarshan Leh.
A group of 32 students participated in the visit, which aimed to provide practical exposure to the functioning of radio and television broadcasting. During the visit, students were given a detailed overview of the functioning of studios, newsrooms, recording units, editing sections, and transmission processes. The students also interacted with media professionals and gained valuable insights into the practical aspects of radio and television journalism.
The visit was supervised by IIS Khurshed Yusuf, Head RNU, AIR Leh. Hajira Bano, HoD... |
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| | Interfaith Leaders Unite at Sacred Relic Exposition in Leh | | Call for Global Peace and Harmony | |
Leh, May 08(Scoop News)-In a powerful display of interfaith unity and spiritual harmony, prominent religious leaders from across India gathered this morning at Jivetsal, Leh, to pay homage to the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha and collectively call for peace in a world increasingly affected by conflict and division. Standing together before the Holy Relics, the religious dignitaries raised the message, “Buddh chahiye, yuddh nahi,” emphasising compassion, coexistence and non-violence as the path forward for humanity.
The delegation was led by Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Founder and Spiritual Director of the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh, who welcomed the spiritual leaders ... |
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| | Dry Run Conducted in Leh for May 11 Departure and May 13 | | Return of Sacred Relics Between Leh and Zanskar | |
Leh, May 08(Scoop News)-A comprehensive dry run for the onward and return movement of the Sacred Relics between Leh and Zanskar was conducted today to review security, convoy movement and logistical preparedness ahead of the scheduled programmes on May 11 and May 13.
The exercise was led by Shri Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Administrative Secretary, Tourism & Culture, UT Ladakh, along with DySP DAR Padma Dorjey and senior officials from the Police, Security Wing, Civil Administration and allied departments. Representatives from the Air Force Station Leh, Civil Aviation Department, Ladakh Buddhist Association, Ladakh Gompa Association, Zanskar Buddhist Association, International Buddhist Co... |
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| | Joint Secretary JIC Rigzin Spalgon briefs media on progress of Judicial Inquiry | | |
Leh, May 08(Scoop News)- A press briefing was held today by Joint Secretary, Judicial Inquiry Commision, Rigzin Spalgon regarding the progress of the ongoing judicial inquiry into the incident that occurred on September 24, 2025, conducted under the Justice (Retd.) B.S. Chauhan, Chairman of the Inquiry Commission; Retired District & Sessions Judge, Sh. Mohan Singh Parihar, Judicial Secretary; and Counsel to the Commission, Adv. Himanshu Sharma.
The briefing focused on the follow-up actions and proceedings undertaken by the Inquiry Commission so far. Addressing the media, Joint Secretary Rigzin Spalgon informed that a total of 93 witnesses have been examined up to the third session of... |
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| | Chief Secretary chairs Governing Body meeting under SAMAGRA (YOUNTAN Society) | | |
Leh, May 08(Scoop News)-Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a meeting of the Governing Body under SAMAGRA (Yountan Society) to review the progress, achievements, and future roadmap of the School Education Department in the Union Territory.
Secretary, School Education Department, Bhanu Prabha, gave a detailed presentation on the overall school ecosystem in UT Ladakh. The presentation covered the number of schools, student enrolment across different categories, utilisation and expenditure under Samagra Shiksha, PM SHRI Schools, and PM POSHAN schemes. She also highlighted several initiatives introduced by the department, including winter coaching progr... |
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