Kargil, November 30/ VOL News Desk/ The District Administration Kargil successfully conducted a fair and transparent examination for District Cadre posts at the Matriculation level here in Kargil today.
The massive exercise was conducted in two shifts, facilitated across 44 centers in total. This included 43 centers located strategically within Kargil town and its suburbs, and one dedicated center at the Government Degree College, Zanskar, to ensure accessibility for candidates from that ...
Leh, November 30/ VOL News Desk/ In a landmark initiative towards inclusive and accessible governance, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta has officially renamed Raj Niwas as Lok Niwas, marking a historic moment for the Union Territory.
This step follows the Union Home Ministry’s notification issued on November 25, 2025, directing that all Raj Bhavans be renamed Lok Bhavan and all Raj Niwas, the official residences of Lieutenant Governors, be renamed Lok Niwas ...
Leh/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today released a set of seven books on Science subjects for UG and PG students, developed under the “BoudhIKS” project of Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan (VBUSS) in Jammu.
“BoudhIKS” is a transformative educational initiative of VBUSS aimed at reconnecting youth with the Bharatiya Knowledge Systems (BKS) through structured examinations, cultural integration, and contemporary applications. As part of ...
Leh, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ A delegation from the All Ladakh Tour Operators Association (ALTOA) called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, stressing comprehensive tourism promotion strategies to boost tourist footfall following a significant dip in the 2025 season due to various factors.
The delegates specifically requested Ladakh’s participation in key international tradeshows including OTM Mumbai, WTM Asia Singapore, and WTM Germany to showcase the re...
Leh, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today visited the Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi to review ongoing initiatives for strengthening Pashmina production, safeguarding the indigenous goat breed — the world-famous source of Ladakh’s premium Pashmina fibre and supporting the livelihoods of nomadic communities.
During the visit, District Sheep Husbandry Officer (DSHO) Dr. Tsewang Morup briefed the Lt Governor about the farm’s operation...
Kargil, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The State Level India Skills Competition in Beauty Therapy and Fashion Technology concluded today in Kargil, with Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar IAS, attending the felicitation ceremony held at Government ITI Kargil.
The event was also attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, Principal GDC Kargil, Disket Angmo, Incharge Superintendent ITI Kargil, State Engagement Coordinator- J&K and Ladakh, Ms. Radhika Sharma, and UT ...
Kargil, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The Information Technology Department of the Union Territory of Ladakh has expressed serious concern over the increasing and excessive use of mobile phones and the internet among young schoolchildren. The department has issued directions to parents and teachers to ensure strict supervision and limited access to digital devices.
According to officials, IT Secretary Shashanka Ala has sent a written communication to the Secretary of School Education, enclosing...
Leh, 27 Nov/ VOL News Desk/ The Secretary, Information Technology Department, UT of Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, chaired a comprehensive review meeting today at the UT Secretariat, Leh, to assess the ongoing progress of the Amended Bharat Net project across the Union Territory.
During the meeting, the Secretary examined the status of the physical survey works currently being undertaken by Sterlite Technologies, in consortium with Dilip Buildcon. She underscored the critical importance of ensuri...
Kargil, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil today hosted the State Level India Skill Competition 2025 in beauty therapy. The event aimed to enhance professional expertise among youth while promoting employability and entrepreneurial opportunities in the beauty and wellness sector.
The programme was graced by Principal GDC Kargil, Disket Angmo, UT Nodal Officer Skill Courses, Higher Education Department UT Ladakh, Dr. Javed Iqbal, and Convenor Skill GDC Kargi...
Leh, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a review meeting to assess Ladakh’s participation in major upcoming national and international tourism events aimed at showcasing the Union Territory’s unique cultural and adventure potential.
At the beginning of the meeting, Administrative Secretary Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, apprised the Lt Governor that tourism stakeholders from across Ladakh have urged the UT Administration to facili...
