ADC Kargil flags-off Cyclothon to Promote Fitness, Environmental Awareness

Kargil, June 2, 2025: A Cyclothon titled “Cycle for Health, Sustainability” was successfully organized early this morning in Kargil by the Department of Forest, Ecology & Environment in collaboration with Downhill Kargil Adventure Sports Club, Youth Services & Sports Department and other allied Departments. The event was aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, sustainable practices and environmental responsibility among the masses.

The Cyclothon was flagged off at 7.00 A.M. by Additional D...

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Hon’ble MP Ladakh Haji Mohd Hanifa Jan calls on Hon’ble Lt Governor Brig (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd)

Leh, 03 June, 2025: The Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Haji Mohd Hanifa Jan called on Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at Raj Niwas, to raise several issues concerning Ladakh. Principal Secretary, Sanjeev Khirwar, IAS, and Secretary Education, Ms. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, were present during the meeting.

During the meeting, MP Ladakh sought the HLG’s intervention in securing a special package from the central government to compensate apricot farmers...

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Kargil Gears Up for High Court Judges’ Visit

Kargil, June 03, 2025 – Principal District & Session Judge Kargil, Spalzes Angmo chaired a meeting today at Conference Hall Baroo to discuss the preparations for upcoming tour of Hon’ble Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Mr. Justice Arun Palli, accompanied by eight other Hon’ble judges from the High Court of Punjab and Haryana.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho; Secretary DLSA Mr. Chemit Yurgyal, Chairman/ Munsiff TLSC Sankoo/Zansk...

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EC Upgrades Voter Turnout Reporting for Faster Updates

03 June 2025. The Election Commission of India is now introducing a streamlined, technology- driven system to provide timely updates on the approximate voter turnout percentage trends. This new process significantly reduces the time lag associated with the earlier manual reporting methods. The initiative aligns with the Commission’s commitment to ensure timely public communication, which has often been underlined by the Chief Election Commissioner, Shri. Gyanesh Kumar on various occasions.

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Fixed Rates Announced for Qurbani Animals in Kargil and Zanskar for Eid-ul-Adha 2025

Kargil, Ladakh – June 2, 2025 – Authorities in Kargil have released the official pricing for live sheep and goats designated for Qurbani (sacrifice) during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha in 2025. The decision, formalized following a meeting led by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, establishes standardized rates applicable throughout the Kargil District and the Zanskar sub-division in anticipation of the religious festival.

The newly announced rates specify that Goat/Sheep of the Delhi ...

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Union Territory of Ladakh Enforces New Domicile Certificate Framework

Kargil, June 3: In a significant move to streamline local recruitment and ensure rightful representation in government employment, the Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Grant of Domicile Certificate (Procedure) Rules, 2025, through an official Gazette dated June 3, 2025.

These rules provide a comprehensive procedure for issuing Domicile Certificates to residents of the Union Territory of Ladakh. The certificate is mandatory fo...

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Ladakh Recognizes Five Official Languages

Kargil, June 3: In a historic move that celebrates the linguistic and cultural heritage of the region, the President of India has promulgated the Ladakh Official Languages Regulation, 2025, officially recognizing five languages Purgi, Bhoti, Urdu, Hindi, and English for use in all or any of the official purposes of the Union Territory of Ladakh.

As per the Gazette notification dated June 2, 2025, the Regulation was enacted under the powers conferred by Article 240 of the Constitution and ...

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ECI Boosts Electoral Process with 21 Initiatives

In a major push to enhance voter experience and streamline election management, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched 21 new initiatives over the past 100 days. These measures span procedural reforms, training programmes, and stakeholder engagement. A slew of purposeful, pragmatic and proactive measures has marked the first 100 days of the 26th Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar assuming office. The vision for a reinvigorated ECI was charted out by the CEC in the pr...

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Ladakh Villages Host Successful Krishi Viksit Sankalp Abhiyaan

Kungyam, June 02 2025: The fifth day of the Krishi Viksit Sankalp Abhiyaan was successfully celebrated in the morning at Kungyam village with the enthusiastic participation of more than 39 individuals, including staff members. Representatives from various departments, including scientists from KVK Nyoma, and officials from the Agriculture and Sheep Husbandry Departments, were present for the occasion. The event featured active farmer interactions, during which valuable feedback was collected...

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Kargil Prepares for Eid: Rates Fixed

Kargil, June 02, 2025 – Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho chaired a meeting of the Rate Fixation Committee today to revise and regulate the rates of vegetables and fruits. The meeting was also convened to fix rates of live animals (sheep/goats) in view of Eid-ul-Adha (2025).

The meeting was attended by District Sheep Husbandry Officer; Chief Animal Husbandry Officer; Assistant Director, FCS&CA; Executive Officer, Municipal Committee; Chief Agriculture Officer; Dep...

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