AKSAD Observed Ashura with the Theme “Imam Hussain (a.s.), the Voice of Oppressed People”

Delhi, July 06, 2025 – The All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) commemorated the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (a.s.) and his faithful companions in the land of Karbala who fought against falsehood and oppression.

The Ashura procession started after the Zuhr and Asr prayers from the Shia Jama Masjid, Kashmere Gate and culminated at Panja Sharif Dargah, where hundreds of students participated. Students chanted nohas paying rich tribute to Imam Hussain (a.s.).

The entire p...

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Jamiat ul Ulema Immersed in Mourning and Spiritual Reflection on Ashura

Kargil, July 6, 2025 – The sacred and solemn day of Ashura-e-Hussaini, marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (A.S) and his loyal companions in the holy land of Karbala, was observed with profound devotion, reverence, and grief in Kargil under the auspices of Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil (JUIAK), Ladakh.

Over 30 mourning processions (Azadari Juloos) from various villages and mohallas of Kargil district gathered in the town to pay homage to Sayyed-us-Shuhada (A.S.), who stood as the ...

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Army jawan rescues two civilians trapped in land cum mud slide outburst on Khalsar-agham-shyok road

The Khalsar–Agham–Shyok Road, a key axis connecting Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso, has four major Nallah crossings which regularly witness high discharge, leading to frequent disruptions in traffic and movement during summers. The road is important not only from a strategic standpoint but also for civilian connectivity and tourism in the Ladakh region.

Teams from 111 RCC / 753 BRTF / Project HIMANK have been continuously engaged in maintaining and keeping this stretch open by carrying out r...

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IKMT Observe Ashura-e-Hussaini with Solemnity and Grandeur

Kargil, 6th July 2025: Thousands of devotees, lovers of Prophet Mohammad (pbuh), and followers of Ahl-ul-Bait commemorated the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (a.s.) and his companions on the occasion of Ashura-e-Hussain, the 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram 1447 Hijri (2025), under the banner of the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Kargil.

The day was marked by large processions, mourning gatherings, and impassioned tributes to the martyrs of Karbala, reinforcing the timeless message of justice, resista...

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Book Review: Shahrukh: The Hurr of Islamic Revolution

This Muharram, amidst the echoes of elegies and remembrance of Karbala, I had the great fortune of reading Shahrukh: The Hurr of Islamic Revolution. What a revelation it was, especially for youth who try to manoeuvre through a world of puzzled modernity and identity.

The book tells a soul-shattering story of the restless young Shahrukh, a liberal and carefree guy from Iran who slowly but steadily assumes the life of an ardent follower of Wilayat-e-Faqih. His journey is not merely personal...

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Tasua-e-Hussaini Observed in Kargil with Fervor

Kargil, July 5, 2025: Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Kargil, successfully organized a grand Tasua-e-Hussaini procession and majlis today, marking a significant event in the religious calendar. The event was attended by a large number of devotees who gathered at Lal Chowk to Hussaini Park and Zainabia Chowk and proceeded to Hussaini Park, passing through prominent landmarks such as Fatima Chowk, Isna Asharia Chowk, and Lal Chowk and Khomeini Chowk.

The procession was characterized by ferven...

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Secretary Higher Education releases Entrepreneurship Training Kit at ITI Leh

Leh, July 4, 2025: In a significant step towards fostering self reliance and promoting an entrepreneurial mindset among Ladakhi youth, the Department of Higher Education, UT Ladakh, through its flagship initiative Enterprising Ladakh, organized a three-day Entrepreneurship Awareness Program (EAP) at the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Leh from July 2 to 4, 2025.

The program is being implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, under the guidanc...

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CEC Kargil Reviews Ashura Preparations, Emphasises Medical Readiness, Sanitation, and Public Safety

Kargil, July 05, 2025 – Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today visited Kargil town and  conducted an extensive assessment of the preparations for the upcoming Ashura processions in Kargil town.

Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner and CEO LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, Senior Superintendent of Police, Shree Ram R, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho and other district officials, Dr. Akhoon visited various medical camps established at key l...

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DC Kargil Chairs Meeting of Duty Magistrates to Ensure Peaceful Moharram Processions in Kargil

Kargil, July 4, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, chaired a meeting today to discuss duties and responsibilities of Zonal Magistrates and Sector Magistrates in connection with Moharram processions in Kargil Town. Various aspects of the arrangements of the District Administration were also discussed. Emphasis was laid on ensuring the peaceful and smooth conduct of the religious events.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Imtee...

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DC Leh Holds Preparatory Meeting for His Holiness Dalai Lama’s Visit and 90th Birthday Celebrations

Leh, July 2, 2025 – The Deputy Commissioner, Leh,  Romil Singh Donk (IAS) chaired a crucial preparatory meeting to review arrangements for the upcoming visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the celebration of his 90th birthday in Leh, at the conference hall,  DC Office, Leh on July 2.

The Senior Vice President of Ladakh Buddhist Association Leh, Rigzin Dorjey shared that the 90th birthday of His Holiness will be celebrated with great enthusiasm over two days and one night—from July 5 t...

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