NEW DELHI, August 5, 2025 – Ladakhi artist Skarma Sonam Tashi has been awarded the prestigious National Award at the 64th National Exhibition of Art, a flagship event organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi, and the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The award ceremony was held on August 5, 2025.
Skarma’s winning work, titled “My Homeland – 3,” is a sculpture that reflects the unique landscapes and traditional architectural styles of Ladakh. The artwork stands out for its us...
The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, oraganised three day Capacity building program with CBSC for the teachers of Leh district to enhanced their knowledge and teaching more effectively. This summer workshop started on 4th August to 6th August aimed at revolutionizing various components and skills for the enhancement of education in Ladakh. The valedictory function, held at DIET Leh, marked the culmination of various approaches needed in 21st century skill to h...
Over 1000 participants including faculty, students join rally ahead of 79th Independence Day
Srinagar, Aug 08: As part of the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Wednesday organized a large-scale Tiranga Rally within its campus to celebrate the spirit of patriotism ahead of India’s 79th Independence Day.
The rally, aimed at instilling national pride and unity among students and staff, was flagged off by Prof. Roohi Naaz, Inchar...
Kargil, August 06, 2025: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for the observance of Chehlum/Arbaeen E Hussaini procession in Kargil.
The meeting covered various arrangements related to Arbaeen-e-Hussaini, where in the DC Kargil instructed officers to ensure that all necessary facilities are made available to the public and emphasized the importance of unobstructed access for ambulances during the processions.
Key aspect...
Kargil, August 6, 2025: As part of the ongoing efforts under the Enterprising Ladakh initiative to nurture and promote entrepreneurship across the Union Territory, Dr. Sunil Shukla, Director General of the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, along with Dr. Amit Kumar Dwivedi, Director Department of Government Project, EDII Ahmedabad, visited the University of Ladakh – Kargil Campus on August 6, 2025.
The visit was marked by a meaningful interaction with Dr. ...
Kargil, August 07, 2025: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Srinagar Bench successfully concluded a three days long Circuit Sitting at Tourist Facilitation Centre, Baroo Kargil.
The initiative aims to resolve service matters locally, providing Kargil residents justice at door step.
The Division Bench of CAT, comprised of Hon’ble Mr. D.S Mahra, Judicial Member/HoD and Hon’ble Mr. Prasant Kumar, Administrative Member, held a Circuit Bench in Kargil in hybrid mode allowing cases to...
Drass, August 07, 2025 – In view of the upcoming 78th Republic Day celebrations at Drass, SDM Drass Sh. Vishal Atri conducted a meeting at Dak Bunglow Drass. The meeting was attended by various officials of the Sub Division.
During the meeting, directions were passed to all the departments regarding their responsibilities as per past practice. Various suggestions were also taken into consideration like felicitation of school toppers of the subdivision, felicitation of frontline workers o...
Leh, August 5: Shri Kavinder Gupta, Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, said that the Administration will invoke all possible efforts to transform Ladakh into a premier global tourism destination.
While interacting with the delegation of All Ladakh Hotel and Guest House Association at the LG Secretariat here today, the Lt Governor emphasised that Ladakh’s breathtaking natural beauty, unique cultural heritage, and adventure tourism potential make it a jewel of India’s tourism sector.
...Leh, July 4, 2025: In a bid to foster self-reliance and entrepreneurial spirit among Ladakhi youth, Enterprising Ladakh—the flagship initiative of the Department of Higher Education, UT Ladakh—organized a three-day Entrepreneurship Awareness Program (EAP) at the University of Ladakh, Leh Campus, from July 4 to 6, 2025.
The program is being implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, under the leadership of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh...
Leh, August 4, 2025: The Animal Husbandry Department, Leh organized a program at CAHO-Leh Office complex to distribute “Nomadic kit” under council subsidy for the year 2024-25.
The nomadic kits were distributed under the august hands of Sh. Tsering Angchok Hon’ble Deputy Chairman LAHDC-Leh, Sh. Tashi Namgyal Yakzee, Hon’ble Executive Councilor (Animal/Sheep Husbandry) LAHDC-Leh, Shri Kunzang Lotus, Hon’ble Councillor Hunder Constituency, Dr. Mohd Ismail Director, Animal/Sheep Husbandry an...
