Ladakh U20 Impresses at Nationals, Seeks More Support

Leh, May 22, 2025: The Ladakh U20 Football Team has returned after a commendable performance at the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men’s National Football Championship 2025 held in Chhattisgarh.

The team met with Secretary, Department of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh, Vikram Singh Malik and briefed him on their tournament journey, experiences, and key achievements.

The players also highlighted the areas where additional infrastructural and logistical support is needed to further improve ...

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CEC Kargil Reviews RDD Works, Emphasizes Timely and Quality Execution

Kargil, May 22, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a detailed review meeting of the various works undergoing in the Rural Development Department (RDD) Kargil.

The meeting was attended by the Executive Councillor RDD, Er. Phunsok Tashi, Director RDD Ladakh Syed Sajad Qadri, ACD RDD & Panchayati Raj Kargil, District Panchayat Officer, Executive Engineer REW, BDOs of all blocks, AEEs, JEs and other staff of RDD Kargil.

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University of Ladakh Adopts Five-Day Working Week Across All Campuses

Kargil, May 21, 2025: In a significant administrative development, the University of Ladakh has announced the implementation of a five-day working week, effective from June 1, 2025.

The new schedule, which applies to all campuses and affiliated colleges of the University, designates Monday to Friday as working days, while Saturday and Sunday will be observed as weekly holidays.

The decision follows internal recommendations aimed at improving academic efficiency, staff well-being, and i...

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KVK Kargil-1 Empowers Women with Skill Training


The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-1, under the aegis of SKUAST-Kashmir, proudly hosted a Certificate Distribution Ceremony at its Kurbathang campus on 21st May 2025. The event marked the successful completion of skill development training in tailoring and embroidery for the year 2024–25, aimed at empowering women through vocational education.
A total of 40 women participants—20 each in tailoring and embroidery—received comprehensive training to enhance their self-employment opportunities ...

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CEC Kargil Honored for Minji School Upgrade

Kargil, May 21, 2025 – A delegation led by Councilor Baroo-Minji Advocate Khadim Hussain, along with Village Education Committee Minji members, met with Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon.

The delegation thanked Dr. Akhoon for his efforts in upgrading Minji High School to a Higher Secondary School, applauding his commitment to providing quality education, especially for underprivileged sections.

The delegation requested Dr. Akhoon to fill the ...

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Ladakh Education Officials Review CBSE Exam Performance

Kargil, May 21, 2025 – Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, Ladakh. Mrs. Bhanu Prabha convened a review meeting at Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil today to assess the performance of Class 10th and 12th students in 2025 CBSE examinations.

The meeting was attended by Director of School Education Department, Ladakh Tsering Paldan, Principal DIET Kargil, S.D. Namgyal, CEO Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, ZEOs, Principals, headmasters, lecturers, teachers, and masters of all Government ...

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GDC Drass Leads Cultural & Linguistic Tour to Kaksar to Preserve Shina Heritage

Kargil, May 19, 2025 – In a significant initiative to promote and preserve indigenous culture, the Department of Shina Regional Languages at Government Degree College (GDC) Drass organized a successful community tour to the village of Kaksar, District Kargil.

The programme was held under the leadership of Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Principal of GDC Drass, who has been a strong advocate for the preservation of Ladakh’s linguistic and cultural diversity.

The community interaction was led by t...

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Emergency Preparedness Initiative Launched in Kargil

Kargil, May 19, 2025 – The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Kargil, in collaboration with the Union Territory Disaster Response Force (UTDRF) Kargil, organized a comprehensive Disaster Preparedness and Awareness Camp in Kargil.

The camp aimed to educate the general public—especially members of the taxi, bus, and truck unions—on emergency response techniques and life-saving methods in the event of various disasters.

The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Ass...

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Balti Language Celebrated at GDC Drass

Kargil, May 19, 2025 – Government Degree College (GDC), Drass, in collaboration with the Association of Baltis in Himalayan Territories of Indus and the Balti Coordination Committee, Drass, organized a grand Felicitation Ceremony cum Cultural Event today. The program was aimed at celebrating and promoting the rich heritage of the Balti language and literature.

The event was graced by the presence of several distinguished personalities from Kargil district. The Guest of Honour, Padma Shri ...

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JUIAK’s Al Hima-Laya Green Mission & Research Centre Concludes 1.24 Lakh Tree Plantation Drive

Kargil, May 19, 2025: The Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashriya Kargil’s Al Hima-Laya Green Mission & Research Centre has successfully concluded its large-scale tree plantation campaign, with a total of 1,24,000 saplings planted across various parts of the Kargil district. Among these, 12,000 saplings were planted in the Ashuna region of Trespone, marking the successful completion of the campaign’s final phase.

The grand concluding ceremony was held at Ashuna, Trespone, in the presence of several dig...

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