Potential overflow of Sumdo lake in Sankoo, Admin issues alert notice

Kargil, April 24: Due to the rising daytime temperatures and the subsequent melting of snow in the mountains, the district magistrate has issued a public notice for the safety of residents. The notice emphasizes the potential overflow of Lake Sumdo in Chhiling Nallah, Panikhar, posing risks to the surrounding areas.

Residents of villages including Panikhar, Taisuru, Prantee, Thuluspursa, Kargee, Yuljuk, Namsuru, and Khows are urged to exercise caution and refrain from venturing near the C...

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Selfie corner inaugurated at Hamboting La in Kargil

Kargil, April 24: The Forever in Operations Division and Tourism Department Kargil today inaugurated a selfie point at Hamboting La.

Situated along the Kargil-Leh Battalik highway, its strategic placement ensures that locals and tourists can easily access and enjoy the captivating scenery of Kargil Valley and adds to the pride the visiting tourists have in the Armed Forces.

The chief guest for the event was Dr SD Singh Jamwal IPS, ADG Ladakh Police and in the presence of SSP Kargil Shr...

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Director RD&PRD Ladakh chairs meeting reviews progress of schemes

Kargil, April 24: Director Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Ladakh, Syed Sajad Qadri on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review the monthly physical and financial progress of schemes in the department.

During the meeting, he took review of physical and financial progress under SDP, State Sector, besides discussed implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes such as NRLM, SBM, MGNREGA, RGSA and IWMP.

The Director RD&PRD instructed for utilisation of earmarked funds and ear...

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Pressing for book reading habit, KGS Library celebrates World Book Day

VoL Desk, April 23: On the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day, Khwaja Ghulam Sayyiden Library organized a seminar at Khomeini Tower today aimed at highlighting the significance of book reading, literature, research, and heritage preservation.

On the occasion, local historian and author, Raza Amjad Badgami and entrepreneur Shabir Hussain Fayaz were present as resource persons. Besides, other guests present were the Vice-Chairman, IKMT Sheikh Hassnain Rizwani, Councillor Yourbaltak Ma...

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Tropicalist Trust & Bisleri International collaborate for Earth Day cleanliness drive

Kargil, April 23: On the occasion of World Earth Day, the Tropicalist Trust and Bisleri Internatinal joined hands to organise an impactful cleanliness drive in Kargil, aimed at fostering environmental consciousness and responsibility among the youth.

The event, held in collaboration with Govt High School, Saliskote, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of over 50 students, along with teachers showcasing a proactive approach towards addressing pressing environmental concerns.

Shabir...

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GNM Kargil students suffer in absence of any governing council – SEMoK

VoL Desk, April 23: The President of Student Education Movement of Kargil (SEMoK) in a letter to the District Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer highlighted the concerns regarding the problem faced by the students of the General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) school in Kargil district.

In his letter to the DC he said that before the bifurcation of the erstwhile J&K State, the GNM fall under the Jammu & Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination (JKBOPEE) but after the formation of the ...

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Improvement Notices Issued to Food Business Operators in Ladakh under Section 32 of FSS ACT 2006

Kargil, April 22: The Designated Officers of Food Safety in Leh & Kargil, under the directions of the Commissioner of Food Safety, UT Ladakh, have issued 17 improvement notices to various Food Business Operators (FBOs) in the region.

The notices were issued due to non-compliance with the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Label and Display Regulations 2020, FSS Organic Regulations 2018, and FSS Advertisement & Claims Regulations 2018. The FBOs have been given a response time of 20 days to ad...

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GDC Zanskar celebrates World Earth Day

Kargil, April 22: Govt. Degree College Zanskar in collaboration with Forest Department, Range Zanskar today observed World Earth Day.

The day reminds citizens across the globe about the importance of environment conservation, sustainability and encouraging people to come together to take action for a healthier planet and brighter future.

The event was with a plantation drive at the college premise. More than 50 saplings of willow (sps) were planted in presence of Sub Divisional Magistr...

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ADGP Ladakh advocates judicious use of mobile phones during visit to Zanskar subdivision

Kargil, April 21: Additional Director General of Police, Union Territory of Ladakh, SD Singh Jamwal accompanied by SSP Deachen Police Headquarter UT Ladakh visited Zanskar Subdivision.

SSP Kargil, Shree Raam R, SDM Zanskar Romil Singh Donk, Dy. SP DAR Kargil Stanzin Dorjay, Tehsildar Zanskar Mohd Hassan, Station House Officer Zanskar presented a warm welcome to the visitors at Zangla village. A traditional reception was also presented by the President ZBA, ZGA, ZMA, Lambardar Association,...

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Returning Officer 01 of Ladakh LS Parliamentary election visits Zanskar 

Kargil, April 20: Returning Officer 01 of the Ladakh Lok Sabha Parliamentary election, Santosh Sukhdeve visited Zanskar Subdivision.

During the inspection, the officer was accompanied by SDM Zanskar, Romil Singh Donk, Tehsildar/AERO Zanskar, Shri Mohd Hassan, along with other concerned officers.

RO 01 Ladakh inspected various polling stations and examined facilities such as ramps, drinking water facilities, electricity connections, room size, and separate toilet facilities.

The RO i...

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