Workshop on Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle in waste management held at Leh

Leh, Oct. 27, 2023: Ladakh Ecological Development Group (LEDeG), in collaboration with the Municipal Committee (MC) Leh under the Bermen Overseas Research and Development Association (BORDA) project, organized an on-site demonstration cum workshop to raise awareness about the adoption of the principles of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle (3R) in waste management.

The focus was also on minimising the waste through Reduce, Reuse & RecycleThe 3R facility, inaugurated by President, Municipal Commit...

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National Seminar on Himalayan Medicinal Plants Inaugurated at EJM College Leh

Leh, 26 Oct – Three Days National Seminar on Himalayan Medicinal Plants was inaugurated at Eliezer Joldan Memorial College Leh today.

Chief Guest of the inaugural session, Professor S. K. Mehta, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, shared his vision for promoting research opportunities among faculty and students. He underscored the untapped potential of Ladakh’s medicinal plants and acknowledged the valuable contributions of DRDO and Sowa Rigpa in preserving Ladakh’s rare medicina...

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Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare Ladakh conducted one-day training cum orientation programme

Leh, Oct. 26, 2023: Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare, UT Ladakh conducted a one-day training cum orientation program for newly recruited employees under Mission Shakti on October 26.

The orientation program, led by the State Coordinator of Mission Shakti, Sonam Yangzom aimed to provide necessary knowledge and insights to the newly recruited employees who will play a pivotal role in advancing the Mission’s objective.

During her presentation, she highlighted the key functions and...

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President Murmu’s Maiden Visit to Ladakh on UT Foundation Day, Plans Siachen Expedition

Kargil, Oct. 25: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, is set to make her inaugural visit to Ladakh on October 31, marking the Union Territory’s Foundation Day. This visit holds particular importance as it will be President Murmu’s first trip to Ladakh since assuming office as the President of India in July last year.

During her two-day visit, President Murmu is scheduled to participate in the UT Ladakh Foundation Day celebrations. Weather permitting, she will also embark on an expedition t...

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Mandatory Mediation Training Programme for Advocates of Ladakh concluded

Leh, Oct. 21,2023: A 40-Hour (Five Days) Mandatory Mediation Training program for Advocates of UT Ladakh, organized by the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee of the Supreme Court of India, Mediation and Conciliation Committee of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, in collaboration with the Ladakh Legal Services Authority, concluded on October 19 at Conference Hall, NISR, Leh. 

The training program was inaugurated by the Lt. Governor of Ladakh, Brig. (Dr). B. D. Mishra (Retd.), on ...

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Hanle Dark Sky Reserve celebrates its first star party

Leh, October 20,2023: The first official star party for experienced amateur astronomers was organised by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) in collaboration with Department of Wildlife Protection, UT Ladakh at Hanle Dark Sky Reserve in eastern Ladakh, from October 12-15. 

Hanle is home to IIA’s Indian Astronomical Observatory and hosts many professional telescopes due to its dark skies and dry weather. About 30 amateur astronomers travelled to Hanle with their telescopes and camer...

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UT of Ladakh issues Offer of Appointments to 523 Candidates

Leh, Oct 19: The Administration of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh has issued Offer of Appointments to 339 candidates recommended by the Staff Selection Commission for various UT/Divisional cadre posts. These appointments span a range of essential departments, including Planning Development & Monitoring, Agriculture, Cooperatives, Command Area Development, Labour & Employment, Health & Medical Education, Revenue, Law, Information, Industries & Commerce, Transport, Finance, Social Welfare,...

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MLAs from Haryana conduct official study tour in Ladakh

Leh, Oct. 18, 2023:  A group of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from Haryana Vidhan Sabha was on an official study tour to the Union Territory of Ladakh. The purpose of the tour was to engage with the Rural Development Department (RDD) officers in Ladakh and discuss matters related to local governance and development.

Chaired by the MLA, Ram Kumar Kashyap, the meeting was conducted to foster dialogue and collaboration between the visiting delegation and the officials in Ladakh. Lead...

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Sports Authority of India approves establishment of Khelo India State Centre of Excellence in Ladakh

Leh, 17 Oct: The Sports Authority of Inda (SAI) has approved the proposal of the Department of Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh, for the establishment of Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) in the Sports viz, Athletics, Boxing, & Archery Discipline.

The newly constructed Open Stadium at Spituk, Leh, has been identified as the venue for the establishment of the Excellence Centre after a Technical Evaluation by an expert committee. The Centre shall have all the required techni...

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Urban Local Bodies Dept organises workshop on NAMASTE Scheme

Leh, Oct 14, 2023: The Urban and Local Bodies Department, UT Ladakh organised a workshop to discuss the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme of the Government of India at the DC conference hall today. The event was graced by the presence of the First Lady of UT Ladakh, Neelam Mishra, who served as the chief guest.

NAMASTE Scheme is a joint initiative of Department of Social Justice & Empowerment and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, GOI to ensure the saf...

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