74 Sports Teachers flagged off for the Sports Administration & Management Course

Leh, Sept. 01: The Administrative Secretary to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh/Secretary of Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Ravinder Kumar flagged off the First batch of 74 sports teachers for the Sports Administration and Management Course to Sports Authority of India (SAI), Patiala, here at Civil Secretariat.

While interacting with sports teachers, the Secretary emphasized that sports in schools underscores the holistic benefits that sports can bring to s...

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Career counseling program held at Kendriya Vidyalaya Kargil

Kargil, Sept 02, 2023: An enlightening career counseling program was organized at Kendriya Vidyalaya Kargil, featuring distinguished speakers including Assistant Professor Shashi Ranjan from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Srinagar and Devang Raval, the Account Officer.

The event aimed to provide valuable insights into various aspects of NIFT and its offerings. The program commenced with AP Shashi Ranjan introducing the National Institute of Fashion Technology, known ...

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The Comm. Secy. reviews progress, to improve the employability of students

Leh, September 01: Commissioner/Secretary Higher Education Department/Technical Education Department Padma Angmo chaired a meeting with Principals of all Govt. Degree Colleges of Ladakh and Nodal Officer for Skill, Colleges, and representatives from Sector Skill Council (SSC) to review the progress of different skill courses being introduced in the Govt. colleges of Ladakh.

The Commissioner Secretary discussed in detail the appointment of trainers, procurement of equipment, and establishm...

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LG Ladakh Directs Transfer of Assets and Launch of Agriculture Department at UoL

Leh, September 4: A high-level meeting was recently convened, with Lt. Governor Brig (Dr) BD Mishra, to address the crucial issue of transferring assets and posts from the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Kashmir) to the University of Ladakh (UoL).

The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Sh. Stanzin Chosphel, the Executive Councillor for Agriculture; Sh. Ravinder Kumar, IAS, Secretary of Agriculture; and Ms. Padma Angmo, IIS, Secre...

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Revitalization of the Red Cross Society in UT Ladakh: A Step Towards Community Welfare

Leh, Sep 1: The Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, presided over a crucial meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Leh, focusing on the resurgence of the Red Cross Society in Ladakh. The meeting, attended by all relevant officers, underscored the commitment to revitalizing the Red Cross Society in the region.

 The Red Cross Society of UT Ladakh is poised to embark on a transformative journey, infused with renewed energy and purpose. With a core em...

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Prepared for Elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Centre Informs Supreme Court

Delhi, August 31: The central government conveyed to the Supreme Court on Thursday its readiness to conduct elections in Jammu and Kashmir without delay. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, indicated that the voter list update process has made substantial progress, with only a remaining portion being handled by the Election Commission.

Mehta informed the Supreme Court that three pending elections are on the horizon. Notably, the introduction of a three-tier Panchayat ...

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Liquor Seizure in Kargil: Nepali Residents Booked for Illegal Possession

Kargil, August 29: In a significant operation, the Kargil police have successfully recovered approximately 100 litres of country-made liquor from the possession of four individuals, all of whom are residents of Nepal. The individuals have been promptly booked under relevant sections of the law, marking a stern stance against the illegal liquor trade.

This recent bust adds to a growing trend, as Kargil police have been consistently cracking down on the illicit liquor trade involving Nepali...

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GDC Drass conducts workshop on 21st Century Employability Skills

Kargil, August 29: Government Degree College Drass today conducted a workshop on “21st Century Employability Skills” to create awareness among its faculty. Stanzin Stamdin, Assistant Professor of English, who recently attended the Faculty Orientation Program, conducted by the Wadhwani Foundation on 21st Century Employability Skills, gave a detailed presentation about the aims and objectives of the course structure.

He talked at length about the Wadhwani Foundation, its role in acceleratin...

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Statehood of J-K will be restored, Ladakh to remain UT: Centre tells Supreme Court

New Delhi/Agencies/ August 29: The Central Government on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that “the status of Jammu and Kashmir as a Union Territory is only temporary and it will be restored to statehood, but Ladakh would remain a Union Territory”.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said a positive statement would be made soon. The response of the Solicitor General came on a query posed by a five-Judge Constitution Bench of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and J...

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CJ of High Court of J&K and Ladakh Singh inaugurates JJB, Observation-cum-Special Home in Kargil

Kargil, August 28: In a significant move towards strengthening the judicial system pertaining to children in conflict with law, the Chief Justice High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice N. Kotiswar Singh accompanied by Judge High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Tashi Rabstan, on Sunday inaugurated Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) and Observation-cum-Special Home in Kargil.

Others who were present are Principal District and sessions Judge, Iqbal Ahmed Masoudi, Chief ...

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