Ladakhi Women Celebrate Political Representation After New Reservation Law

Kargil, June 4: In a landmark move to strengthen women’s participation in local governance, the President of India has promulgated the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Amendment) Regulation, 2025, reserving one-third of the total seats in both Hill Development Councils of Ladakh for women.

As per the notification issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice, the amendment to Section 4 of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils Act, 1997 introduces sub-sections (1A) and (1...

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Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir (AS) Observed with Religious Zeal in Imam Bara, Leh

Leh, June 3: The martyrdom anniversary of the 5th Shia Imam, Hazrat Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir (AS), was solemnly observed with great religious fervor and devotion at Imam Bargah, Leh. A large number of men and women participated in the commemorative Majlis, paying tribute to the profound legacy of the revered Imam.

The gathering featured an insightful address by renowned scholar Shaikh Hussain Rahimi, who shed light on the exemplary life and teachings of Imam Al-Baqir (AS) and other infallib...

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ADC Kargil flags-off Cyclothon to Promote Fitness, Environmental Awareness

Kargil, June 2, 2025: A Cyclothon titled “Cycle for Health, Sustainability” was successfully organized early this morning in Kargil by the Department of Forest, Ecology & Environment in collaboration with Downhill Kargil Adventure Sports Club, Youth Services & Sports Department and other allied Departments. The event was aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, sustainable practices and environmental responsibility among the masses.

The Cyclothon was flagged off at 7.00 A.M. by Additional D...

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Kargil Gears Up for High Court Judges’ Visit

Kargil, June 03, 2025 – Principal District & Session Judge Kargil, Spalzes Angmo chaired a meeting today at Conference Hall Baroo to discuss the preparations for upcoming tour of Hon’ble Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, Mr. Justice Arun Palli, accompanied by eight other Hon’ble judges from the High Court of Punjab and Haryana.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho; Secretary DLSA Mr. Chemit Yurgyal, Chairman/ Munsiff TLSC Sankoo/Zansk...

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EC Upgrades Voter Turnout Reporting for Faster Updates

03 June 2025. The Election Commission of India is now introducing a streamlined, technology- driven system to provide timely updates on the approximate voter turnout percentage trends. This new process significantly reduces the time lag associated with the earlier manual reporting methods. The initiative aligns with the Commission’s commitment to ensure timely public communication, which has often been underlined by the Chief Election Commissioner, Shri. Gyanesh Kumar on various occasions.

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Fixed Rates Announced for Qurbani Animals in Kargil and Zanskar for Eid-ul-Adha 2025

Kargil, Ladakh – June 2, 2025 – Authorities in Kargil have released the official pricing for live sheep and goats designated for Qurbani (sacrifice) during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha in 2025. The decision, formalized following a meeting led by the Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, establishes standardized rates applicable throughout the Kargil District and the Zanskar sub-division in anticipation of the religious festival.

The newly announced rates specify that Goat/Sheep of the Delhi ...

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Union Territory of Ladakh Enforces New Domicile Certificate Framework

Kargil, June 3: In a significant move to streamline local recruitment and ensure rightful representation in government employment, the Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Grant of Domicile Certificate (Procedure) Rules, 2025, through an official Gazette dated June 3, 2025.

These rules provide a comprehensive procedure for issuing Domicile Certificates to residents of the Union Territory of Ladakh. The certificate is mandatory fo...

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Ladakh Recognizes Five Official Languages

Kargil, June 3: In a historic move that celebrates the linguistic and cultural heritage of the region, the President of India has promulgated the Ladakh Official Languages Regulation, 2025, officially recognizing five languages Purgi, Bhoti, Urdu, Hindi, and English for use in all or any of the official purposes of the Union Territory of Ladakh.

As per the Gazette notification dated June 2, 2025, the Regulation was enacted under the powers conferred by Article 240 of the Constitution and ...

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ECI Boosts Electoral Process with 21 Initiatives

In a major push to enhance voter experience and streamline election management, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched 21 new initiatives over the past 100 days. These measures span procedural reforms, training programmes, and stakeholder engagement. A slew of purposeful, pragmatic and proactive measures has marked the first 100 days of the 26th Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar assuming office. The vision for a reinvigorated ECI was charted out by the CEC in the pr...

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Kargil Prepares for Eid: Rates Fixed

Kargil, June 02, 2025 – Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho chaired a meeting of the Rate Fixation Committee today to revise and regulate the rates of vegetables and fruits. The meeting was also convened to fix rates of live animals (sheep/goats) in view of Eid-ul-Adha (2025).

The meeting was attended by District Sheep Husbandry Officer; Chief Animal Husbandry Officer; Assistant Director, FCS&CA; Executive Officer, Municipal Committee; Chief Agriculture Officer; Dep...

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