Chairman JERC chairs Public Hearing at Leh

Leh, May 25, 2024: The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC), Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh organised a Public Hearing in the matter of approval for True-up for the FY 2019-20, FY 2020-21, FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23, Annual Performance Report (APR) for FY 2023-24 and Aggregate Revenue Requirement (ARR) along with tariff determination proposal for FY 2024-25 in respect of Ladakh Power Development Department (LPDD), UT Ladakh at DC Conference Hall today on May 25.

The hearing was cha...

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Agha Mehdavipur Thanks Indian Government and Communities for Honoring Martyrdom of President Raeisi and Officials

VoL Desk, May 25: Agha Mehdi Mahdavipur, the Representative of the Wilayat Faqih in India, expressed his heartfelt gratitude in a condolence letter to the Government of India, as well as the Shia and Sunni communities and organizations, for their tributes and congregations following the tragic martyrdom of Iran’s President, Ayatollah Ibrahim Raisi.

He emphasized that the loss of President Ayatollah Ibrahim Raeisi, Foreign Minister Dr. Amir Abdullahian, the Representative of the Supreme Le...

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New Driving Licence Regulations in India Effective from June

In India, obtaining a driving licence has traditionally been a lengthy process involving multiple office visits and extensive paperwork. This complexity has often led to corruption and unnecessary delays, impacting road safety across the country.

However, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced new regulations effective from June 1, 2024. Here are the key changes:

NO MORE RTO DRIVING TESTS

One of the most significant changes is the elimination of driving tests at t...

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Brigadier Deepak Sajanhar visits GDC Kargil, interacts with NCC Cadets

Kargil, May 24: Brigadier Deepak Sajanhar, an esteemed recipient of Sena Medal and Group Commander of Srinagar, today visited Government Degree College (GDC), Kargil where he interacted with NCC cadets.

Murtaza Ali, in-charge Associate NCC Officer (ANO) of GDC Kargil, extended a warm welcome to Brigadier Sajanhar by presenting him with a traditional khatak, a symbol of respect and honor in the region.

During the visit, the acting principal of GDC Kargil highlighted the achievements of ...

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Project Vijayak Successfully Utilizes REJUPAVE Technology in Drass

Kargil, May 24: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Project Vijayak in Kargil has successfully utilized the indigenous REJUPAVE road construction technology in Drass Kargil. Developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI), under the Ministry of Science and Technology, REJUPAVE was used to construct high-altitude bituminous roads in low and sub-zero temperatures on the Drass-Umbala-Sankoo Road, located in Drass, the world’s second col...

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DEO Leh chairs meeting regarding counting of Votes for LS Election 2024

Leh, May 24: In view of the counting of votes for the Lok Sabha Election 2024, the District Election Officer, Leh Santosh Sukhadeve convened a meeting at Sindhu Sanskriti Kendra (SSK) on May 24.

DEO provided a layout for the counting arrangements at the counting center, which will be held on 4 June. He further instructed that the counting hall should be ready by May 27.

It was discussed that for the preliminary count, scanners and computers would be required.

There was a focus on ma...

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Bear breaks into cow shed at Thasgam, Drass; villagers concerned

Vol Desk, May 24: Once again, bear breaks into animal shed at Thasgam, Drass that has caused loss of property and preyed a cow, stated the owner of the house in a telephonic conversation with Voice of Ladakh.

The cow was well grownup and newly bought at the cost of 54,000 rupees, stated the owner lamenting on his fate of such a huge loss.

Similar incident was also reported fifteen days ago in the neighborhood whereas per reports destroyed ration and caused huge loss to the family.

T...

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INSPIRE -MANAK Mentorship Programme held at DIET Leh

Leh, May 24: The State Level Exhibition and Project Competition (SLEPC) of the District Finalist of UT Ladakh under the INSPIRE Awards-MANAK Scheme was held on May 24 at DIET Leh.

It was informed that the INSPIRE-MANAK Mentorship workshop was held online and the three National finalist students from UT Ladakh have joined the online mentorship.

The three National finalist students from UT Ladakh who showcased their project/Models were Stanzin Diskit of class 9 of Government Higher Secon...

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Sankoo Campus, GDC Kargil conducts Rock Craft Training

Kargil, May 24: Sankoo Campus of GDC Kargil conducted one day training on rock craft and climbing for the students of High-Altitude Trekking Guide Skill in collaboration with Indian Army’s Kargil Battle School Drass.

The students took part in the training under the guidance of Anamika Bisht (Skill Trainer HATG). The students were given hands-on training by a dedicated team of battle school led by Training SO Col. Vikram Chandar.

As the students reached the spot, KBS welcomed them and p...

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Candle March at Trespone pays tribute to Ayatollah Syed Ibrahim Raeisi

VoL Desk, May 23: Hundreds of People at Trepone village of Kargil holds a candlelight vigil in solidarity with the people of Iran on the martyrdom of Iran’s President Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi and his colleagues in a helicopter crash on Sunday.

The candle march started from Jamia Masjid and culminated at Imam Bargah, Trespone where people were holding candles expressing solidarity with Iran over the martyrdom of Ebrahim Raeisi and several other officials.

People from adjacent areas of Tr...

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