In today’s modern and technological era, rapid lifestyle changes have led to an increase in mental health problems. It is crucial for everyone to be aware of mental health and potential issues. World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10th, serves as an important opportunity to highlight the significance of mental health awareness. This day encourages individuals to recognize the need for mental well-being and to pay attention to the availability of mental health resources. It a...
Archive: October 2024
Kargil Campus, University of Ladakh observes “National Wildlife Week”
Kargil, October 08, 2024: The Kargil Campus, University of Ladakh observed “National Wildlife Week” from 2nd to 8th October 2024. The Event was jointly organised by Department of Environmental Science and Biodiversity Research Center, Kargil Campus, University of Ladakh, in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Kargil Wildlife Division, Department of Wildlife Protection Ladakh. This event was designed to cultivate awareness of the critical importance of wildlife conservati...
LG attends function to commemorate 92nd anniversary of Indian Air Force
Leh, Oct 09, 2024: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and First Lady, Smt Neelam Mishra attended the function held at Air Force Station, Leh to commemorate the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force. A static display, including the display of various fighters, transport and helicopter fleet aircraft along with indigenous surface-to-air weapon systems, was organised to showcase the professionalism and capabilities of IAF and evoke a sense of patriotism among the youth.
Speaking at...
LAHDC Leh Enhances Education Access in Ladakh with Bus Donations to LBA Schools
Leh, Oct 9: In a significant contribution to education in the region, LAHDC with the help and support from ONGC has donated buses to the two schools of LBA mainly Lamdon Jamyang School, Khaltse and Riglam School, Leh, as part of its CSR initiative.
The official handover ceremony took place by Hon’ble CEC Adv. Tashi Gyalson and Director General ONGC Sh. Ravi in the presence of President of the Ladakh Buddhist Association, Chering Dorjey Lakrook, Vice President LBA/ chairperson Engineer Ku...
New Districts Committee Begins Consultations in Zanskar, Hears Delegations on District Formation
Kargil, October 08, 2024: The New Districts Committee, Ladakh, commenced tour and its series of meetings on Monday by engaging with delegations from the Zanskar Subdivision. The committee, led by Chairman Shri Pramod Kumar Jain, along with members Shri Kacho Asfandyar Khan, Shri Tsering Angchok, and Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Shri Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, held discussions to gather views and demands regarding the formation of new districts.
The committee began its outreach in Park...
75.52 percent voter turnout recorded at 21 Thangdumbur Constituency By-election
Kargil, October 05, 2024: The Election Authority, Kargil today smoothly conducted the bye-election of 21-Thangdumbur, LAHDC Constituency, Kargil that recorded 75.52 percent voter turnout.
For smooth conduct of the election, SSP Kargil, Shree Ram R; Additional Deputy Commissioner/Election Officer, Kargil, Suhail Ahmad; ASP Mujeeb Rehman; ACR/Deputy Election Officer, Mohd Sharif; SE PWD/Observer, Skalzang Dorjay; Returning Officer, Aashiq Hussain, ARO, Ghulam Hassan; Sub Divisional Magistrate/...
MP, Karbalai, Wangchuk under detention; Ladakh leaders calls presser at Delhi
Delhi, October 01: As the veteran Ladakhi leaders including Member of Parliament Mohd Haneefa, former MLA Asgar Ali Karbalai, Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk and other padyatris arrested by Delhi Police, the Ladakhi leaders addressed a presser at Press Club of India.
In a press note the leaders stated, “We, the people of Ladakh, express our deep concern and disappointment over the government’s decision to prevent the Padyatris, including environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk and members of t...
AKSAD Condemns Detention of Ladakhi Padyatris in Delhi
VoL Desk, October 01: The All Kargil (Ladakh) Students Association Delhi (AKSAD) has strongly condemned the detention of Ladakhi Padyatris by the Delhi Police. In a press release, AKSAD expressed deep concern over the incident, urging the government to meet the demands of the Ladakhi people.
“We, the students of Ladakh, are deeply disheartened by the government’s refusal to allow the peaceful Padyatris, who have been marching for over a month, to enter Delhi. This peaceful march was a pla...
Ladakh Observed Bandh Following Detention of Sonam Wangchuk and Pad Yatris
VoL Desk, October 01: Both the districts of Ladakh Union Territory observed a complete shutdown on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, following a call by the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB). The bandh disrupted daily life and movement across the region.
The protest was triggered by the detention of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk and Pad Yatris from Ladakh during their “Delhi Chalo” march. Upon learning of the detention in Delhi, the KDA and Leh Apex Body (LAB) immed...