Ladakh Administration Announces Bye-Election Schedule for 21-Thangdumbur Constituency

VoL Desk, September 10: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has announced the bye-election dates for the 21-Thangdumbur Constituency to elect a new member for the vacant seat in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil.

In accordance with the powers granted under Rule 12 of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Election) Rules, 1995, the following schedule has been set:

Nomination Period: Nominations can be submitted from 11th September ...

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HSS Silmo Celebrates Annual Day and Launches First School Magazine “CHANDOR”


Kargil | September 5, 2024 — Government Higher Secondary School (HSS) Silmo marked a momentous occasion as it celebrated its Annual Day and launched its first-ever school magazine, “Chandor.” The magazine, which captures the voices and creativity of students from this remote region, was warmly received by attendees. The celebration was highlighted by vibrant cultural performances from students across different classes.

The event was graced by the presence of several dignitaries. Principal Khu...

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UT Administration Nominates Three Councilors for 5th LAHDC Kargil

VoL Desk, September 05: The UT Ladakh Administration has announced the nomination of three councilors for the 5th Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, according to a notification issued by the General Administrative Department, Ladakh, on Wednesday.

The nominated councilors are:

  1. Mr. Namgyal Phuntsok, son of Tundup Dorjay, resident of Raru, Zanskar
  2. Mr. Regzin Gurmath, son of Kawang Tundup, resident of Garkone, Kargil
  3. Ms. Hakima Khatoon, wife of Shamim Ahmad...
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ICDS Project Kargil launches 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah

Kargil, Sept 03, 2024: Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Project Kargil today launched the 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah, emphasizing the theme of “Growth Monitoring” to combat malnutrition in the region.

The inaugural event took place at the Anganwadi Centre (AWC) Tumail Gatoo, drawing participation from Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs), parents, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children from Panchayat Halqa Tumail.

Participants were educated on the impo...

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Procession Held in Kargil to Commemorate Prophet Mohammad, Shia Imams

VoL Desk, September 03: To commemorate the anniversaries of Prophet Muhammad (SAWW), his grandson, the second Shia Imam Hassan Mujtaba, and the eighth Shia Imam Ali Reza, the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) in Kargil organized a procession today. The procession began at Jama Masjid Kargil and concluded at Hussaini Park.

During the procession, mourners recited elegies and lamented in remembrance of the martyrdom of these revered figures, who are seen as role models for humanity in upho...

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IPS Basant Rath Donate Books to Sheeda Bintul Hudda Library, Goma Kargil

Kargil – The Al Itihad Youth Foundation Goma Kargil organized a thanks giving program and a one-day workshop on Library Culture at the Sheeda Bintul Hudda Library in Goma Kargil. The event marked the Inauguration of the “Basant Rath (IPS) Shelf,” by the Chief Guest, Dr. Salim Yousuf, Principal, Degree College Sankoo.

The other guests on the occasion were Mr Sajjad Sir, (Principal GHSS Trespone), Kacho Abass (Lecturer) and Anayat Ali, Senior Journalist/ Copy Editor at Akashwani News Kargi...

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GDC Zanskar organizes day long seminar on Cryosphere, Biosphere, Climate Change

Kargil, August 30, 2024: A day long seminar on Cryosphere, Biosphere and Climate Change organised in collaboration with Snow Leopard Conservancy India Trust was held today at GDC Zanskar.

Dr Tsewang Namgyal Director SLC(IT) was the lead speaker on the occasion. The inaugural session commenced with talk by Dr Tsewang Namgyal in which the speaker threw light on different important aspects of education and its true purpose.

The talk was followed by a talk on environmental and ecological s...

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Sankoo observe complete shutdown to push for district status

VoL Desk, August 29: Sankoo Subdivision observed complete shutdown in the whole region from Parkachik to Kanoor pushing for district status to Sankoo Subdivision.

The call for the protest was given by the United Movement for Sankoo District Status a body of all religious institutions and political parties of the Subdivision.

The demand for District status for Sankoo has intensified after the announcement of Ministry of Home Affairs to give five new districts for Ladakh that excludes Sa...

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LG Mishra visits GDC Drass, inaugurates Hostel Block, Pickle Making Skill Centre, releases annual magazine

Kargil, August 29, 2024: Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor UT Ladakh, Brig. (Dr.) B.D Mishra (Retd.) and First Lady Smt. Neelam Mishra on Wednesday visited Govt. Degree College Drass where he inaugurated Hostel Block (Interim College) Residential Zone and Pickle Making Skill Centre.

On the occasion of inaugural ceremony, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor expressed happiness over the participation of girl students in large number than boys. He said the participation of girl students is necessary f...

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LG Ladakh attends public gathering in Drass after district status announcement

Kargil, August 29, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retired), on Wednesday attended a public gathering in Drass as people celebrated the decision of granting district status to the region.

The HLG was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, Senior Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shree Raam R and other officials.

The HLG received a grand welcome by the people of Drass who were happy and celebrating the d...

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