Drugs and Food Control Organization Ladakh holds awareness program on food safety

Kargil, April 25: Drugs and Food Control Organization Ladakh in collaboration with College Cultural and Seminar Committee, along with Department of Commerce and Sociology today organized an event titled “Awareness/Testing Through Food Safety on Wheels Vehicle” at GDC Kargil.

The event was held under the leadership of Principal Prof. (Dr.) Amina Qari. It witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of students and faculty members eager to learn about food safety practices. Assistant Professor of Engl...

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DC/DEO reviews preparations for Election Expenditure Monitoring for Lok Sabha Election

Kargil, April 25: Deputy Commissioner/District Election Officer, Kargil, Shrikant Suse today reviewed the preparations for Election Expenditure Monitoring for Lok Sabha Elections-2024 at office premises of the Expenditure Monitoring Cell.

During the meeting, threadbare discussions held on various aspects related to expenditure monitoring during the LS elections in the district.

CCF, LAHDC, Kargil/Chief Nodal Officer, Expenditure Monitoring Cell, Iftikhar Hussain presented a details rel...

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India’s highest ever SVEEP program held at Penzila top

Kargil, April 25: Zanskar Sub-Division today witnessed a momentous event aimed at fostering electoral participation and awareness among its residents.

Under the meticulous supervision of Sub-Divisional Magistrate Zanskar, Romil Singh Donk and Tehsildar/AERO Zanskar, Mohd Hassan, a Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on the community.

Held amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Daradrung Glacier in Penzila, the SVEEP ...

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DC/DEO Kargil launches awareness videos related to ‘Know Your Candidate App’

Kargil, April 26: As part of ongoing SVEEP activities for Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Deputy Commissioner/District Election Officer, Kargil, Shrikant Suse today launched awareness videos related to ‘Know Your Candidate App’ and SVEEP video for first time voters.

The DEO Kargil has appealed the first time voters of Kargil to participate in maximum numbers in the Lok Sabha General Elections 2024 and vote on 20th May, 2024 asserting that each and every vote is important for keeping the democra...

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Potential overflow of Sumdo lake in Sankoo, Admin issues alert notice

Kargil, April 24: Due to the rising daytime temperatures and the subsequent melting of snow in the mountains, the district magistrate has issued a public notice for the safety of residents. The notice emphasizes the potential overflow of Lake Sumdo in Chhiling Nallah, Panikhar, posing risks to the surrounding areas.

Residents of villages including Panikhar, Taisuru, Prantee, Thuluspursa, Kargee, Yuljuk, Namsuru, and Khows are urged to exercise caution and refrain from venturing near the C...

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Selfie corner inaugurated at Hamboting La in Kargil

Kargil, April 24: The Forever in Operations Division and Tourism Department Kargil today inaugurated a selfie point at Hamboting La.

Situated along the Kargil-Leh Battalik highway, its strategic placement ensures that locals and tourists can easily access and enjoy the captivating scenery of Kargil Valley and adds to the pride the visiting tourists have in the Armed Forces.

The chief guest for the event was Dr SD Singh Jamwal IPS, ADG Ladakh Police and in the presence of SSP Kargil Shr...

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Director RD&PRD Ladakh chairs meeting reviews progress of schemes

Kargil, April 24: Director Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Ladakh, Syed Sajad Qadri on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review the monthly physical and financial progress of schemes in the department.

During the meeting, he took review of physical and financial progress under SDP, State Sector, besides discussed implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes such as NRLM, SBM, MGNREGA, RGSA and IWMP.

The Director RD&PRD instructed for utilisation of earmarked funds and ear...

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Pressing for book reading habit, KGS Library celebrates World Book Day

VoL Desk, April 23: On the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day, Khwaja Ghulam Sayyiden Library organized a seminar at Khomeini Tower today aimed at highlighting the significance of book reading, literature, research, and heritage preservation.

On the occasion, local historian and author, Raza Amjad Badgami and entrepreneur Shabir Hussain Fayaz were present as resource persons. Besides, other guests present were the Vice-Chairman, IKMT Sheikh Hassnain Rizwani, Councillor Yourbaltak Ma...

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Tropicalist Trust & Bisleri International collaborate for Earth Day cleanliness drive

Kargil, April 23: On the occasion of World Earth Day, the Tropicalist Trust and Bisleri Internatinal joined hands to organise an impactful cleanliness drive in Kargil, aimed at fostering environmental consciousness and responsibility among the youth.

The event, held in collaboration with Govt High School, Saliskote, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of over 50 students, along with teachers showcasing a proactive approach towards addressing pressing environmental concerns.

Shabir...

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GNM Kargil students suffer in absence of any governing council – SEMoK

VoL Desk, April 23: The President of Student Education Movement of Kargil (SEMoK) in a letter to the District Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer highlighted the concerns regarding the problem faced by the students of the General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) school in Kargil district.

In his letter to the DC he said that before the bifurcation of the erstwhile J&K State, the GNM fall under the Jammu & Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examination (JKBOPEE) but after the formation of the ...

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