The NHIDCL Executing Agency for widening and development of NH-301 Kargil – Zanskar Road have to take a demolition drive today on 19.08.2025 in village Minjee to dismantle the structures falling within the alignment of NH-301 in the presence of Tehsildar Kargil (Executive Magistrate), stated a press release received from official sources.
The drive has been taken against such structures where the owners of the structures have received the compensation of the complete structure on the basis of...
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EJM College Leh Commences 6th National Social Work Week
LEH, August 18,2025: The Department of Social Work at EJM College, Leh, successfully held the inaugural session of its 6th National Social Work Week today, August 18, 2025. The event featured an insightful panel of three speakers: Clinical Psychologist Dr. Kunzes Dolma, Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Shah from the Department of Psychology, and Assistant Professor Dr. Tanushree Malakar from the Department of Social Work, all of whom shared their expertise with the attendees.
LG Kavinder Gupta Visits Samba Temple, Prays for Peace
The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today paid obeisance at the revered Devsthan of Raja Mandlik Ji at Village Raya Suchani in District Samba, Jammu, on the occasion of the annual congregation.
The Lieutenant Governor was warmly welcomed by the community members, who expressed their gratitude for his presence on this auspicious occasion.
While offering prayers, Shri Kavinder Gupta sought the blessings of Raja Mandlik Ji for the peace, prosperity, and well-be...
“Ladakh’s New Era: Tourism and Transformation”, says LG Ladakh
Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, said that Ladakh had been subjected to neglect and discrimination for decades, but the long-pending aspiration of its people was fulfilled when the Central Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, granted Union Territory status to Ladakh.
The Lt Governor was speaking during a felicitation programme organised by Bharat Vikas Parishad in Jammu today.
The Lieutenant Governor said that Ladakh is “far ...
CEC Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Visits Landslide-Affected Areas of Khawos and Namsuru
Kargil, August 17, 2025: Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, visited several landslide-affected areas including Khawos, Namsuru, and nearby villages to assess the damage caused by recent cloudbursts and to oversee relief and restoration efforts.
During the visit, Dr. Akhoon was accompanied by the Executive Engineer (Irrigation), Tehsildars Tai Suru, BDO Tai Suru, and officials from the Irrigation, PHE, and R&B Departments, along with other conce...
Badminton Championship 2025 begins in Kargil; ADC Imteeaz Kacho joins as Chief Guest
Kargil, August 18, 2025: The Badminton Association Kargil, in collaboration with the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Kargil, held the inaugural of the 1st Badminton Championship 2025 under the banner of Fit India – Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.
The championship witnessed enthusiastic participation from players across the district and was graced by Chief Guest, Imteeaz Kacho Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, along with Guest of Honour Abdul Hadi, LAHDC Councillor Taisuru; and...
DIET Leh and PARAKH Partner for Holistic Progress Card Survey 2024
DIET Leh | 18-19August 2025 — The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Leh, in collaboration with PARAKH, NCERT New Delhi, successfully conducted a Two-day orientation program on the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) for Headmasters and Examination In-charges of high and middle schools across Leh district. This initiative is part of the larger national effort to align student assessment practices with the vision and recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
In lin...
LG Kavinder Gupta: Ladakh Achieves Historic Milestones, Focuses on Self-Reliance and Youth Empowerment
Leh, August 15: The landmark announcements that are set to redefine the socio-economic landscape of the region, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today hailed unprecedented employment safeguards and sweeping development initiatives for UT Ladakh while hoisting the National Flag at the 79th Independence Day function at Polo Ground in Leh.
Addressing a packed gathering, the Lt Governor highlighted that Ladakh has become the first region in India to ensure 95% r...
LG Kavinder Gupta hosts ‘At Home’
The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today hosted the traditional ‘At Home’ at Raj Niwas as part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations.
The occasion was attended by elected representatives, heads of religious, political and social organisations, senior officers of the Armed Forces, award recipients, government officials, and other eminent personalities from across Ladakh, making it a vibrant gathering that reflected the spirit of unity and patriotism.
Kargil celebrates 79th Independence Day with patriotic fervour
Kargil, August 15, 2025: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, hoisted the National Flag at Khree Sultan Chow Sports Stadium, Biamathang, Kargil, and took the salute at the march past as the nation marked its 79th Independence Day.
The celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from contingents of Ladakh Police, the Police Band Party, and students from various government and private sch...