Govt to set up deregulation commission to further reduce state’s role in governance: PM Modi

New Delhi, Feb 15 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the government will constitute a deregulation commission to further reduce the role of the state in all spheres of governance.

Speaking at ET Now Global Business Summit, Modi said the government has ended hundreds of compliances and now through Jan Vishwas 2.0, more archaic compliances are being reduced to promote ease of doing business.

“It is my conviction that there should be less interference of the government in...

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CEC Leh convenes meeting on Proposal for New District Posts

Leh, February 15: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyaslon, convened a meeting in the presence of Deputy Chairman, Tsering Amgchuk, and Executive Councillors, Ghulam Mehdi and Tashi Namgyal Yakzee to discuss the proposal for the creation of various departmental posts in the newly formed district of Nubra, Changthang, Sham, Zanskar and Drass.

During the meeting, all the officials from the concerned departments provided CEC with a comprehensive briefing on the proposed positions for the ...

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Shahnaz Parveen Selected for World University Games in Germany

Kargil, Ladakh | 14th February 2025

The Ladakh Taekwondo Association is proud to announce that Shahnaz Parveen has been selected to represent India at the World University Games in Germany. This marks a historic moment as she becomes the first female athlete from Ladakh to qualify for this prestigious event for the second time, highlighting her exceptional skill and determination.

Shahnaz, who hails from Sankoo, Kargil, is currently pursuing her post-graduation in B.P.Ed (1st year)...

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Councillor Chushul, Vice-President LBA & part-time sweepers of Education Dept call on LG Mishra

Leh, Feb 12, 2025: A delegation from Chushul comprising Councillor, Chushul, Konchok Stanzin and Sonam Yangchan called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin, IAS and Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, IAS, were present in the meeting.

Councillor Konchok Stanzin apprised the HLG of the issue faced by Sonam Yangchan due to the non-payment of fees for ...

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CEC Adv. Tashi Gyalson Meets with Ladakh Winter Sports Club

Leh, February 12: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson was called on by a delegation from the Ladakh Winter Sports Club, including Vice President PT Kunzang, General Secretary Noni P Wangchuk, and Executive Members Gyal P Wangyal, Tundup Namgyal, Tsering Sangay, and Rigzin Namgyal.

The delegation expressed their gratitude to the CEC for his support and for recommending them for the prestigious LG Gold Medal. The delegation also thanked him for the assistance provided by the LAHDC L...

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CEC Leh discusses hydroelectric projects in Ladakh

February 12, 2025: Hon’ble Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson in the presence of Hon’ble Alchi Councillor Lobzang Sherab held a meeting with Shri Sanjai Rai, Head of Project (HoP) for Nimoo Bazgo and Chutak Power Station (NBPS); Shri Manoj Kumar, DGM (Technical), and Shri Raj Kumar Singh, Dy. Manager (Civil), NBPS.

The discussions centered around the region’s vast hydroelectric potential, focusing on the future of hydroelectric projects in Ladakh. They also explored opportunities...

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Youth Congress Leaders Raise Concerns Over Ice Hockey Players’ Situation in China

By Shehnaz Qasimi

The Youth Congress President of Kargil, Manzoor Hussain, along with the Youth Congress President of Barsoo, Mohd Habib, and Zonal Vice President of Kargil, congratulated Team India on their remarkable victory over Macau in ice hockey. However, they expressed deep concern over the challenges faced by 23 ice hockey players who traveled to Harbin, China, to participate in the 9th Asian Winter Games.

According to reports from social media and an official letter, expenses ...

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Various delegations call on Hon’ble Lt Governor Brig (Dr) BD Mishra

Leh, Feb 11, 2025: A delegation from Lamayuru led by its Councillor, Dr Morup Dorjay called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin and officials from PHE Department were present in the meeting.

Dr Morup Dorjay apprised the HLG of the issues faced by the residents of Lamayuru village in carrying out agricultural practices due to the drying up of water sources. ...

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District Administration Kargil organizes workshop on Safer Internet Day

Kargil, Feb 11, 2025: In celebration of Safer Internet Day, the District Administration Kargil, in collaboration with NIC Kargil, today organized a Cyber Security Awareness Workshop at Conference Hall, Baroo. The event focused on the theme Safer Internet Day “Together for a Better Internet.”

Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kargil, Ghulam Mohi-Ud-Din Wani attended the workshop as the chief guest, along with District Program Officer, ICDS Projects, Kargil, Nargis Banoo, CMO Kargil, Dr...

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LG attends meeting chaired by Union Minister YSS to discuss Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament & Yuva Connect initiatives

Leh, Feb 11, 2025: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd) virtually attended a meeting chaired by the Hon’ble Union Minister, Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya to apprise the concerned State Ministers, Lt Governors and sports department officials of the course of action for the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament and Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect initiatives.

It was informed in the meeting that the transformative initiative is aimed at engaging you...

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