The recent move by the Ministry of Home Affairs to establish the post of Chief Secretary in Ladakh represents a pivotal development in the Union Territory’s administrative structure. Until now, Ladakh had been functioning with the position of Adviser to the Lieutenant Governor (LG), a role typically held by an IAS officer from the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram, and Union Territories) cadre. Currently, the post is held by Pawan Kotwal, who has been performing this advisory functi...
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The Z-Morh Tunnel – A Gateway to Sonamarg’s Year-Round Accessibility
The upcoming inauguration of the Z-Morh Tunnel on January 13 marks a monumental achievement in the region’s infrastructure development, poised to transform the accessibility and economic landscape of Sonamarg. The tunnel, a strategic infrastructure project, will provide year-round connectivity to the scenic tourist destination, which has long been hindered by the seasonal challenges of road access due to heavy snowfall and harsh weather conditions.
Sonamarg, often referred to as the “...
A day-long workshop titled “Sacred Peaks, Sustainable Paths held in kargil
Rubaroo in collaboration with Ladakh Times, Handloom Department Kargil, Team Stringmo organizes workshop on “Sacred Peaks, Sustainable Paths: Faith and Innovation for Ladakh’s Future”
Kargil, January 1, 2025: A day-long workshop titled “Sacred Peaks, Sustainable Paths: Faith and Innovation for Ladakh’s Future” was organized today by Rubaroo in collaboration with Ladakh Times, Handloom Department Kargil, and Team Stringmo.
Young artists, artisans, and students as youth leaders to explor...
AKSAD Concludes “FATIMA IS FATIMA” Program
By Mussa Tumaily
Vol Desk ,28 December 2024: The Female Wing of the AlKargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) successfully concluded the “FATIMA IS FATIMA” program at the Ghalib Institute, New Delhi, in honor of the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima Zahra (sa), the revered daughter of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
The event began with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a welcoming address from the Joint Secretary, officially marking the start of the program.
Esteem...
LAHDC Kargil Pays Tributes to Dr. Manmohan Singh
Kargil, Dec 27, 2024: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, led a heartfelt condolence meeting today to pay rich tributes to former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, acknowledging his remarkable contributions to the nation’s progress and development.
The event was attended by Executive Councillor Aga Syed Mujtaba, Executive Councillor Kacho Mohd Feroz, Executive Councillor Er. Punchok Tashi, and staff members of LAHDC.
In his address, Dr. Akhoon highlighted...
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...
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...
National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation 2024 organized by NHPC
Shri Srikant Nagulapalli, Additional Secretary (Power), Govt. of India, Shri R.K. Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC, Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC and Shri Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects & Technical), NHPC alongwith Appreciation Prize winners under Group ‘A’ category of National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation 2024. Ms. Jigmet Zangdon and Ms. Akriti Sharma, participants from the States/ UTs allotted to NHPC by Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Ministry of Power, Govt. of Ind...
Nobel Prize Teacher Summit Hub “Minding the Brain” Held at SVPHS.
Kargil, December 11, 2024Suru Valley Public Educational Society hosted the Nobel Prize Teacher Summit Hub “Minding the Brain” at the Education Excellence Centre, Suru Valley Public Higher Secondary School, on December 11, 2024. The hub was facilitated by renowned educationist and Nobel Prize Teacher Summit 2024 attendee, Dr. Javed Iqbal Naqi. This event aimed to share insights and recorded segments of the Nobel Prize Teacher Summit 2024, enhancing the teaching competencies of local educators...
GHS Bodhkharboo Excels at National Zonal Pipe Band Contest in Lucknow
By Mussa Tumaily
VOL Desk , Dec 07, 2024: Students from Government High School Bodhkharbo, Kargil, have made Ladakh proud with their outstanding performance at the National Zonal Level School Pipe Band Competition held in Lucknow today. Representing Ladakh, the students captivated the audience, jury, and dignitaries with their remarkable pipe band performance, showcasing their dedication, hard work, and exceptional talent.The Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh personally praised the ...