Author: ladakh

Kargil schools and religious bodies unite to raise awareness on drug abuse
In a united effort to address the growing issue of drug abuse, the District Drug Addiction Centre (DDAC) Kargil, in collaboration with the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashariya Kargil (JUIAK), and the Department of Education, organized a comprehensive awareness program at Munshi Habibullah School, Kargil on June 18. The event aimed […]
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LAHDC Kargil signs MoU with Wipro Foundation to strengthen education sector
CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Wipro Foundation, Bengaluru on June 18 to strengthen the education sector in Kargil. The signing ceremony was attended by Executive Councillor (EC) for Tourism, Kacho Mohd Feroz; EC for Education, Zakir Hussain; Chief Education Officer Kargil, Sonam Wangchuk; Principal DIET, […]
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“Yoga Unplugged” event held at CIBS to inspire youth participation
In an effort to inspire youth and students to embrace yoga, the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR), in collaboration with the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS), Deemed University, organized a “Yoga Unplugged” event on June 17 at the Nagarjuna Auditorium of CIBS. The event is part of the 10 signature activities recommended by the […]
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GDC Kargil students gain practical skills at district water testing laboratory
Students from Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil, accompanied by faculty members, visited the District Water Testing Laboratory of PHED Kargil for a one-day hands-on training program on water quality testing on April 26. More than 20 students from various semesters actively participated in the session. During the training, experts provided detailed demonstrations and practical insights […]
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Tribal Painting Workshop: Students connect with culture through heritage tour in Kargil
As part of the ongoing 7-day Tribal Painting Workshop organized by the Tribal Research Institute, University of Ladakh, Kargil Campus, a special heritage tour was conducted for 50 tribal students from various high and higher secondary schools of Kargil on April 27. The students visited several heritage sites across the scenic Suru Valley to explore […]
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GDC Zanskar celebrates World Book Day
The Central Library and Debate/Seminar Committee of Government Degree College (GDC) Zanskar organized a daylong event to celebrate World Book Day on April 26. The event commenced with a tribute to the innocent lives lost in the recent terrorist attack in the Pahalgam area of Kashmir, followed by a two-minute silence in their memory. Mohd […]
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Four arrested in Kanji Ibex poaching case, investigation underway
Four arrested in Kanji Ibex poachinIn a swift operation, the Wildlife Department and Ladakh Police arrested four individuals from Shakar Chiktan block, Kargil district, for their involvement in the poaching of a wild ibex, a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act. The accused have been identified as Abdul Hussain, S/o Mohammad Hadi, R/o Hagnis; […]
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Leh witnesses massive Quds Day rally in support of Palestinian rights
Leh marked International Quds Day on March 28 with a large gathering at Polo Ground, Leh. The event, organized by the Shia Muslim community, aimed to express solidarity with Palestine and protest against Israeli occupation. Thousands of participants from Ranbirpur, Thiksay, Shey, Chuchot, Phyang, and Leh Town took part in a rally that began at […]
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Secretary PDD reviews pending electricity dues of Govt Departments in Leh
Secretary, Power Development Department (PDD), Vikram Singh Malik, chaired a high-level meeting at the DC Conference Hall, Leh, to review outstanding electricity dues of various government departments and discuss strategies for their timely clearance. Heads of Departments (HODs) from different government agencies presented updates on their pending electricity bills and highlighted the challenges in settling […]
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LAHDC Leh donates school bus to Government Council Model School Ayu Sabu
In a significant step toward strengthening the education sector, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh donated a new school bus to Government Council Model School Ayu Sabu on March 27. The bus was formally inaugurated and flagged off by Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson. The ceremony was attended by Deputy […]
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