CEC chairs meeting to address issues of Mining Department Kargil

Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today chaired a meeting at Council Secretariat, to address issues related to Mining Department Kargil.

The meeting was attended by Executive Councillor, Tourism, PHE and I&FC, LAHDC, Kargil; EC, Social Welfare, Animal and Husbandry, LAHDC, Kargil; EC, RDD; EC, Education; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Srikant Balsaheb Suse; Deputy Director, Mining and Geology, UT Ladakh; District Mineral Officer, SDMS of Drass, Shakar Chiktan...

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CEC Kargil inaugurates Zamindari Khul at Kaksar village

Kargil, Dec 24, 2024: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today inaugurated the much-awaited Zamindari Khul at Kaksar village.

The project, executed by Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department under the Languishing Scheme, was completed at a total cost of Rs 568.00 lakh.

The CEC was accompanied by Executive Councillor, Kacho Mohd Feroz; Executive Councillor, Er. Punchok Tashi; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse; Councillor, Bhi...

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CEC kargil flags off students for exposure visit

Kargil, Dec 24, 2024: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today flagged off a group of 25 students from various Higher Secondary Schools of Kargil at Council Secretariat for an exposure visit outside the Union Territory and participation in the 25th Rashtra Katha Shivir in Rajkot, Gujarat.

The exposure tour, organized under the RASHTRA AVISHKAR ABHIYAN by SAMAGRA SHIKSHA of the Education Department, Kargil, includes visits to Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Rajkot, providing stu...

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SIDBI successfully organized training program on OHS in Leh

The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has successfully organized the Training Programme on “Occupational Health & Safety(OHS)” under SIDBI-Systematic Cluster Intervention Programme (SIDBI-SCIP) on 23rd and 24th December 2024 in NLP Hall, Near Cheeta Chowk, Leh, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the craft sector in the region. The Programme was attended by 80 plus participants representing Craft Cluster (wood carving).

The OHS Training Programme was organized t...

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Resilience Amidst Despair: A Deep Dive into the Ongoing Struggles in Gaza and the Broader Middle East

In the wake of escalating violence and despair in Gaza, a recent discussion featuring Palestinian novelist and activist Susan Abulhawa sheds light on the enduring spirit of resistance among Palestinians and the implications for global solidarity movements. As 2024 draws to a close, Abulhawa reflects on the catastrophic events that have unfolded, particularly since the tragic day of October 7th, which reignited global attention on the Palestinian plight.

Abulhawa argues that had this e...

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“Lokhor-gi-rGaston: A Grand Celebration of Ladakhi Culture and Traditions in Leh”

Leh, December 22: A vibrant celebration of Ladakh’s rich cultural heritage unfolded today at the Main Market in Leh with the grand event Lokhor-gi-rGaston, organized to mark the auspicious occasion of Ladakhi Losar. The event was graced by the Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson as the chief guest.

Organized by the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages, in collaboration with the LAHDC, the Tourism Department, and local stakeholders, the event combined the celebrations ...

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DC Kargil reviews progress under SVAMITVA and arrangements for PM event

Kargil, Dec 23, 2024: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Suse today chaired a meeting to review progress under SVAMITVA scheme as well as the arrangements for the event to be organized at District Headquarter and Panchayat level across the district for physical distribution of property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme.

The meeting was attended by Sub Divisional Magistrates of Zanskar (online), Drass, Shakar Chiktan, Sankoo, Project Officer Wages Kargil, District Panchayat...

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Farmers’ Day celebrated at Barsoo by KVK Kargil-II

Kargil, Dec 23, 2024: KVK Kargil-II today celebrated Farmers’ Day (Kisan Diwas) at Barsoo commemorating the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India, known as the “Champion of India’s Farmers.”

The day acknowledges the significant contributions of farmers towards the Indian economy and highlights the challenges they face with the theme “Empowering farmers for sustainable agriculture.”

The event was graced by Councilor of Barsoo Constituency...

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Ladakh Language Conflict: Imam Juma JUIA, IKMT Kargil raises concern over “Bhoti”

Kargil, December 20, 2024 – In their respective Friday sermons, Hajjat-ul-Islam Sheikh Hamid Nasiri and Hajjat-ul-Islam Sheikh Ibrahim Khalili addressed pressing social and administrative issues during gatherings organized by prominent religious organizations in Kargil.

Speaking at Musallah ya Imam Manji Gund under the management of Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Sheikh Hamid Nasiri expressed strong objections to the use of the word “Bhoti” for the language spoken in Ladakh that is also be...

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Ladakh Weather Report: Mostly remained clear through out Ladakh.

Issued by the Meteorological Centre, Ladakh

The minimum temperatures recorded in Ladakh today are as follows:

  • Leh: -11.8°C
  • Kargil: -13.8°C
  • Hunder: -11.4°C
  • Drass: -14.2°C
  • Padum: -16.0°C
  • Nyoma: -20.3°C
  • Stakna: -15.1°C
  • Tangste: -14.3°C
  • Khaltse: -10.2°C
  • Upshi: -16.0°C
  • Chuchot: -14.9°C

The weather today mostly remained clear through out Ladakh..

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