AKSAD elects new Executive Body for 2024-25

VoL Desk, April 11: The All Kargil Ladakh Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) has elected new Executive Body for the year 2024-25 in its Annual Election for Executive Body held at Ahlulbait Public School, Shaheen Bagh, New Delhi on Thursday.

The Election Board of AKSAD had released the election notice for filing nominations on 05-04-2024 with 07-04-2024 as the last date of nomination. A total of 10 nominations were received which after the withdrawals process reduced to seven.

The cand...

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Constitutional Safeguards for Ladakh: Rationalizing Apprehensions and Justifying Demands

In a world where beings are sensitive and can think rationally, thinking about the future is natural. Predicting the future is not peculiar to humans – all living things anticipate what’s ahead. However, humans are unique because we can think beyond just the immediate future; we can imagine and plan for the distant future consciously. This ability doesn’t replace predicting the near future but adds to it, expanding our scope over time. As a result, our actions are always influenced by how we...

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Advisor Kotwal Chairs Virtual Meeting to Review Progress of Puga Geothermal Project

Leh, April 9, 2024: The Advisor to the Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr Kotwal chaired a pivotal virtual meeting to accurately evaluate the completion of the “Puga Geothermal Project.” The meeting aimed to scrutinize the status of the project, chart a comprehensive roadmap, and proactively identify and address potential challenges to its progress.

The meeting was marked by discussions and deliberations towards fostering sustainable energy solutions and strengthening regional development init...

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Eid Al Fitr Celebrated in Kargil with Solidarity to Palestine

VoL Desk, April 11: Thousands of people offered Eid Al Fitr prayers at Hussaini Park under the imamate of Executive Chairman, Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Sheikh Sadiq Rajai.

Organised by the IKMT, the Hussaini Park was decorated with the flags of Palestine expressing solidarity with the people of Gaza.

Large number of believes including men and women participated in the congregational prayers at the Kargil city which was the largest Eid congregation at the district.

Eid moo...

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Congregational Prayers on Eid-ul-Fitr held at Sankoo

KARGIL, APRIL 10, 2024: Marking the end of Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with religious fervour by Anjuman-E-Sahib Zaman and Anjuman Tableeghat e Imam Reza at Sankoo on Wednesday.

 A congregation Prayer was held under the aegis of Anjuman Sahib Zaman where thousand of people including men, women, and children participated in and celebrated the auspicious occasion.

The Congregational Eid prayers was felicitated by Chairman Anjuman-E-Sahib Zaman, Sheikh Sadiq Balagi .

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Death toll for Hamas leader Haniyeh’s family stands at seven

VoL Desk, April 11: An Israeli air strike on Gaza city killed three sons of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas-affiliated news agency Shehab said on Wednesday.

Palestinian media said that the strike targeted a car that the three brothers, Hazem, Amir and Mohammed, were driving in the Beach refugee camp. Al Jazeera reported that three of Haniyeh’s grandchildren were also killed in the attack.

Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh on Wednesday praised the “martyrdom” of his three son...

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DM Leh withdraws Section 144 in the District

VoL Desk, April 09: The District Magistrate, Leh has ordered the withdrawal of Section 144 in Leh district which was imposed in view of Pashmina March called by Leh Apex Body (LAB) on April 05.

As per the order it has been reported that there is no imminent apprehension of breach of peace & public order and has recommended that the restrictions imposed under Section 144 of the CrPC may be withdrawn.

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World Health Day celebrated at GDC Zanskar

Kargil, April 08: World Health Day was celebrated at GDC Zanskar under the theme “my health, my right”.

The day is celebrated all over the world on 07 April every year to raise awareness about the pressing health issues and promote healthy lifestyle. 

A series of events were held to mark the day. A 400 metre race in men’s and women’s categories were organized that highlighting the importance of health and well being.

In men’s category, Stanzin Dawa of 6th Semester bagged first place...

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Social and Tribal Welfare Dept. Ladakh organizes one day training on gender budgeting

Kargil, April 08: Social and Tribal Welfare UT Ladakh organizes one day training on Gender Budgeting at Kargil to facilitate inter-sectoral convergence of schemes and programs meant for women with the mandate to create an environment in which women realize their full potential. 

During the event, Additional Superintendent of Police, Nitin Yadaw, Assistant Commissioner Developement, Padma Angmo, Chief Controller Finance Kargil, Iftikhar Hussain besides other sectorial officers and official...

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ADC Leh reviews arrangement for Eid -ul-Fitr celebration


Leh, April 8: Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Ghulam Mohd JKAS convened a meeting regarding arrangement in connection with observance of Eid -Ul-Fitr in the VC room of DC office, Leh on April 8.

ADC Leh instructed all the concerned departments to start the preparations from tomorrow and to ensure a smooth celebration of the holy festival. 

Deputy Superintendent of Police, Traffic, M Baqir requested to keep LBA parking, indoor stadium and pologround open for parking and to make sur...

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