Kargil, October 14, 2024: Students of Government Degree College (GDC) Drass today participated in a prestigious UT-level quiz competition organized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in Jammu.
Leela Banoo and Rubina Jabeen, both 5th-Semester students, represented the Union Territory of Ladakh at Radisson Blu Jammu, competing against participants from various colleges and universities.
Although they did not secure top positions, their participation was recognized with certificates and c...
Zanskar, October 14, 2024: Dr. Iftiqar Hussain, Director of Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh, began his three-day visit to Zanskar Sub Division on October 13. The primary objective of his visit was to interact with local farmers and herders, gaining firsthand knowledge of the challenges they face in the region.
During his interactions, Dr. Iftiqar emphasized that the department will explore all opportunities to provide better livestock healthcare services and facilities to local farm...
Kargil, October 13: The clergy wing of Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Kargil, Baseej-e-Rouhani, held a seminar on the first anniversary of the Al-Aqsa Storm (Toofan-al-Aqsa) at the Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall.
The event featured prominent Indian Islamic preacher Moulana Qazi Syed Mohammad Askari as the keynote speaker. Attendees included Chairman of the Guardian Council, IKMT, Sheikh Mohammad Mohaqiq; Executive Chairman, IKMT, Sheikh Sadiq Rajai; senior Guardian Council memb...
Kargil, October 14, 2024: ICDS Kargil and District Hub for empowerment of women Kargil celebrated International Day of the Girl Child from October 03 to 11, 2024 under the banner of ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ (Save Daughter, Educate Daughter).
The program highlighted that girls are the vision and future of any economy so it’s very important to enhance any kind support and assistance to them.
In this regard, the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India implemented t...
In Ladakh, where the local media landscape is rapidly evolving, there is a noticeable gap when it comes to investigative journalism. They often fall short when it comes to the crucial task of tracing cases of crime and corruption, following up with authorities, and maintaining the pressure needed to ensure accountability. This lack of professional investigative reporting is a missed opportunity, especially as the region navigates changes with its newly formed police force and developing gove...
New Delhi: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and 20 other protestors were detained by the Delhi Police for protesting outside the Ladakh Bhawan here on Sunday, officials said.
Around 20 to 25 protesters, who were on fast with Wangchuk, were detained and taken to the Mandir Marg police station, they said. Heavy police deployment was arranged to maintain the law and order.
Some of the protesters argued that they were not protesting, but sitting peacefully. A senior police officer said the ...
Leh, October 10, 2024: New District Committee headed by Sh Pramod Kumar Jain, IAS (Retd) Chairman, Sh Kacho Asfandyar Khan IAS (Retd) member, Sh Tsering Angchok, IAS (Retd) member, Sh Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, IAS Deputy Commissioner Kargil (Ex-officio), Sh Santosh Sukhadeve, IAS Deputy Commissioner Leh (Ex officio) has taken charge and started working in pursuance of Union Territory of Ladakh vide Order No: 444-LA(GAD) of 2024 dated: 25.09.2024 and started touring in various New Districts.
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Leh, Oct 10, 2024: The Head of Project, Chutak Power Station, Shri Jitendra Kumar from NHPC Ltd, called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. Advisor to the HLG, Dr Pawan Kotwal, IAS; Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin, IAS and Secretary, PWD, Shri Michael D’Souza, IAS, were present in the meeting.
Shri Jitendra briefed the HLG about various initiatives taken by NHPC Ltd to benefit the people of C...
Leh, Oct 10, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd) chaired a meeting at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat to discuss the Design, Supply, Manufacturing, Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 15 MVA, 220/66 KV, GIS Sub-Station at Kochik in Kargil. The project’s objective is to provide grid-connected 24×7 reliable power supply to 27 villages in the Taisuru block of Kargil district.
Chief Engineer, PWD, Shri Tsewang Paljor, informed the HLG that Koc...
Kargil, October 10, 2024: The District Child Protection Unit, Kargil organized an awareness cum drawing competition on the theme “Clean India Green India” at Az-Zahra Orphanage, Kargil, under the Mission Vatsalya Scheme.
Chairperson of Child Welfare Committee, Kargil emphasized on child rights issues and concerns under Juvenile Justice (Care & Protection) Act 2015. He emphasized the importance of safeguarding child rights and promoting a clean and green environment for their well-being.
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