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| DC Sham Chairs Meeting on Roles and Responsibilities of ROs and AROs | | for Panchayat Election 2026 | |
Khaltsi, October 24 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner, Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), today chaired a virtual meeting with Returning Officers (ROs) and Assistant Returning Officers (AROs) to provide detailed instructions regarding their roles, responsibilities and duties for the smooth, fair, free and transparent conduct of Panchayat Election 2026.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner issued detailed instructions on the general responsibilities of ROs and AROs, covering various stages of the election process, including the pre-nomination phase, nomination phase, pre-poll phase and responsibilities on Poll Day.
The Deputy Commissioner also directed the concerned officers t... |
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| | Day Two of Ladakh Pashmina Conclave Focuses on Sustainable Production | | Scientific Certification and Global Branding | |
Leh, October 24 (Scoop News)-The second day of the Ladakh Pashmina Conclave 2026 continued at Ladakh Sarai Resort, Ayu, Saboo, with experts, scientists, researchers, industry representatives and local entrepreneurs deliberating on strengthening the Pashmina value chain through sustainable production, scientific authentication, modern processing and global branding.
The technical sessions focused on improving Pashmina fibre yield while preserving its quality, restoring high-altitude grasslands, exploring the potential of yak and sheep wool, strengthening certification systems and expanding market opportunities for Ladakh’s traditional fibre and handicraft sector.
The session on “Goat... |
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| | DLJ successfully organised CAT Jammu Bench Circuit Sitting at Leh | | More Than 30 Cases Heard at ADR Centre, Melongthang,Leh | |
Leh, October 24 (Scoop News)-In continuation of the established practice of taking the justice delivery system closer to the people of the Union Territory of Ladakh, the Jammu Bench of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) today held its Circuit Sitting at the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre, Melongthang, Leh.
The Circuit Bench was presided over by Hon’ble Mr. Sanjeev Gupta Member (Judicial), and Hon’ble Mrs.Pragya Sahay Saksena Member (Administrative).
The sitting was exclusively devoted to cases pertaining to applicants and petitioners from the Union Territory of Ladakh, providing them an opportunity to access to justice at doorstep.
At the commencement of the... |
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| | DC Kargil Convenes Meeting with Nodal Officers to Review Panchayat Election Preparedness | | |
Kargil, October 23 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner/District Panchayat Election Officer, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, convened a meeting with all Nodal Officers in his office chamber today to review preparedness and ensure necessary arrangements for the smooth and efficient conduct of the forthcoming Panchayat Elections.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kargil; Joint Director, Finance; Joint Director, Youth Services and Sports; Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Kargil; Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD); Headquarters Officer to the Deputy Commissioner; Accounts Officer to the Deputy Commissioner; Assistant Regional Transport Officer (A... |
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| | GDC Drass celebrates International Snow Leopard Day 2026 | | unveils human–wildlife interaction atlas initiative | |
Drass, October 23 (Scoop News)-The Department of Zoology, Government Degree College (GDC) Drass, celebrated International Snow Leopard Day 2026 with a series of educational and conservation-oriented activities aimed at promoting snow leopard conservation, human–wildlife coexistence and student participation in citizen science.
The programme featured a keynote address by Dr. Koustubh Sharma, Director of Global Partnerships, International Snow Leopard Trust, and International Coordinator of the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection (GSLEP) Programme. In his video presentation, Dr. Sharma highlighted the importance of snow leopard conservation across the Himalayan countries.
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| | CEO Ladakh announces municipal committee elections for Leh and Kargil | | olling scheduled for November 21 | |
Leh, October 23 (Scoop News)-Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Ladakh, Rahul Sharma, today announced the schedule for the upcoming general elections to the Municipal Committees of Leh and Kargil during a press conference, urging eligible voters to actively participate in the democratic process and exercise their electoral rights.
He informed that the electoral roll revision process was undertaken for the 21 wards of Municipal Committee Leh and 17 wards of Municipal Committee Kargil. The draft electoral rolls were published on October 05, 2026, with October 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. Following the receipt of claims and objections, necessary additions and deletions were incorporated... |
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| | SSP Pawan Kumar Receives Grand Welcome in Sankoo Following District Status | | |
Sankoo, October 23 (Scoop News)-Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pawan Kumar received a grand welcome in Sankoo after resuming charge as the first SSP of the newly established Sankoo district, following the grant of district status to the region.
The reception was attended by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Sankoo, government officials, representatives of political parties, religious organisations, social organisations, and members of the local community, who extended a warm welcome to the newly appointed SSP.
The occasion marked an important milestone for Sankoo following its elevation to district status, with residents expressing hope that the establishment of a dedicated p... |
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| | IT Department organises workshop on UX4G to enhance digital governance | | and citizen experience in Ladakh | |
Leh, October 23 (Scoop News)-The Information Technology Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, organised a one-day Awareness and Sensitisation Workshop on User Experience and Design System (UX4G) at the LAHDC, Conference Hall, Leh.
The workshop, themed “Digital Transformation through User Experience,” aims to sensitise the participants about the importance of user-centric design in digital governance and public service delivery, while strengthening their technical capacities in the development, design, management and maintenance of government websites and online portals.
The... |
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| | Ladakh to Organise Interactive Student Awareness Programme on Substance Use | | and Mental Health at Panjab University, Chandigarh | |
Leh, October 22 (Scoop News)-The Department of Social & Tribal Welfare, Union Territory of Ladakh, under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), is organising an Interactive Student Awareness Programme on “Understanding Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health Awareness, and Finding Support” on October 24, 2026, at the Department of Zoology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
The programme is being organised in collaboration with the Department of Health & Medical Education, Department of School Education, Ladakh Police Department, Ladakh Student Association Chandigarh (LSA), Zangskar Student Association (ZSA), and All Ladakh Student Welfare Association Chandigarh (ALSWAC).
The initiative aim... |
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| | DIET Leh Organises One-Day Orientation on Nanritam Holistic Progress Card (HPC) | | |
Leh, October 22 (Scoop News)-As per the directions of the Chief Education Officer, Leh, vide Order No. CEOL/2026/3407-60 dated 17 October 2026, the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, organised a one-day orientation programme on Nanritam Holistic Progress Card (HPC) and its implementation in schools of Leh Educational Zone.
Approximately 100 teachers from the Leh Educational Zone participated in the orientation programme. The training aimed to familiarize teachers with the concept, objectives, and implementation of the Nanritam Holistic Progress Card in schools.
The Holistic Progress Card (HPC) is aligned with the guidelines of PARAKH and the National Educati... |
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| | Member, National Green Tribunal, Chairs Review Meeting on Compliance | | with NGT Directions for District Environment Plan, Kargil | |
Kargil, October 21 (Scoop News)-A meeting to review progress on compliance with the judgments and directions of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding the formulation and implementation of the District Environment Plan for Kargil was held today at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil, under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Dr. Afroz Ahmad, Member, National Green Tribunal, Principal Bench, New Delhi.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, IAS, Ankit Sinha, IFS, Chief Planning Officer (CPO), Kargil, Superintending Engineer, PWD, District Panchayat Officer (DPO), Kargil, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Assistant Director Handicrafts and other concerne... |
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| | DIET Leh Commences Two-Day SMC Training Programme for Kharu Zone | | |
Leh, October 21 (Scoop News)-The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, has commenced a two-day training programme for School Management Committee (SMC) members and educational stakeholders of Kharu Zone.
During the training programme, Resource Persons (RPs) are orienting participants on various aspects of SMC functioning, including the norms and procedures for the selection of SMC members, their roles and responsibilities, the election process, academic planning, financial management, and the monitoring of school infrastructure and facilities.
The programme also focuses on the preparation of School Development Plans (SDPs), the conduct of social audits, and the... |
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| | Police Commemoration Day Observed in Zanskar to Honour Martyrs | | |
Zanskar, October 21 (Scoop News)-District Police Zanskar observed Police Commemoration Day today at Helipad Zanskar, near the District Police Office, Padum, to pay solemn tribute to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty while safeguarding the nation and its citizens.
The programme was attended by Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage (IAS), as the Chief Guest, along with Superintendent of Police, Zanskar, Sh. Rigzin Sangdup, police personnel, other dignitaries, religious heads, representatives of civil society and Lambardars.
The observance commenced with a parade on the standby, followed by the arrival of the Chief Guest and Rashtriya Sal... |
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| | Draw of Lots for Women’s Reservation in 13 Panchayat Halqas Held in Zanskar | | |
Zanskar, October 21 (Scoop News)-A draw of lots for the reservation of seats for women under the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) framework was conducted today for 13 Panchayat Halqas across three blocks of Zanskar District.
The draw was held at Government Model Degree College, Zanskar, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Zanskar, Mr. Omkar Rajendra Gundage.
Superintendent of Police Zanskar, Mr. Rigzin Sangdup (JKPS), Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zanskar, Mr. Jasif Amin (JKAS), and other district officers attended the event. Political representatives, public representatives, and a large number of local residents were also present to witness the draw.
During the proceedings... |
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| | Deputy Commissioner Drass Attends Police Commemoration Day | | Pays Tribute to Martyrs | |
Drass, October 21 (Scoop News)-Police Commemoration Day was observed with solemnity, respect and patriotic fervour in the Complex of SP Office Drass today to honour the brave police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty while safeguarding the nation and its citizens.
Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) was the Chief Guest of the event hosted by Superintendent of Police, Drass, Ishtiyaq Kacho (JKPS) and attended by Officers of the District and Police Administration and other guests.
Among those present were District Sheep Husbandry Officer Dr. Zakir Hussain, LAHDC Councillor Abdul Wahid, Station House Officer Inspector Abdullah, Inspector Jamil Ahm... |
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| | Ladakh makes judicial history | | Country’s highest-altitude High Court Bench begins regular hearings at Leh | |
Leh, October 21 (Scoop News)-A historic chapter in the Indian judicial history unfolded on Wednesday when Chief Justice of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Sanjay Parihar presided over the first regular division bench at Leh.
The newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh located at a breath-taking height of over 11,500 feet above sea level, began regular hearing of the cases from today.
The day began with the hearing by the Division Bench in which the Chief Justice heard the matters through virtual mode while Justice Sanjay Parihar was present physically at the Ladakh Bench. After the conclusion of the hea... |
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