CEC Kargil Holds Courtesy Meeting with DGP Ladakh in Leh

Leh, January 20/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a courtesy meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Police, UT Ladakh, Shri Mukesh Singh, IPS, during his visit to Leh. 

Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon welcomed the DGP and expressed hope for further strengthening of the Police Department in Ladakh. Matters related to policing, public safety in Kargil district, and other issues of mutual interest were discussed. ...

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IT Department, in collaboration with NeGD–MeitY, launches two-day Cyber Resilience & AI Workshop in Kargil

Kargil, January 19, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Information Technology Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), today inaugurated a two-day workshop on Cyber Resilience at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil. The workshop is aimed at strengthening cyber awareness and enhancing the operational preparedness of police officers of the Police Department, Kargil. 

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Chief Secretary reviews preparedness for Khelo India Winter Games in Leh

Leh, 19 January 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the NDS Ice Hockey Rink and the Indoor Stadium to review the preparedness for the opening of the Khelo India Winter Games, which are scheduled to commence tomorrow, 20 January.

During the inspection, Shri Kundra reviewed the arrangements related to seating, safety measures and various other logistical preparations being made for the smooth conduct of the games. He emphasized the importanc...

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Ladakh LG Gupta Inspects Khelo India Winter Games Venues, Stresses Flawless Execution

Leh, January 19/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, conducted a comprehensive inspection of all three venues designated to host the 6th Khelo India Winter Games, scheduled from January 20 to 26, to assess ongoing preparations.

At the main venue, NDS Ice Hockey Stadium—which will host ice hockey matches and the grand opening ceremony—Administrative Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Shri Moses Kunzang, briefed the Lt Governor on extensive prep...

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Councillor Bhimbat Conducts Visits KGBV Bhimbat to Review Winter Remedial Classes

Drass, January 18/ VOL News Desk/ Councillor Bhimbat, Abdul Wahid visited Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV), Bhimbat, where winter remedial classes for students of PM SHRI High School Thasgam, Drass are being conducted. The visit was aimed at reviewing the academic arrangements, hostel facilities, and overall well-being of students attending these special winter classes.

During the visit, the Councillor interacted with students and teaching staff, inquired about the quality of educa...

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Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Teams and Players Reach Leh, Receive Warm Welcome

Leh, January 18, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Teams and players from across the country have begun arriving in Leh to participate in the Khelo India Winter Games 2026. The athletes were accorded a warm and vibrant welcome by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh, reflecting Ladakh’s rich cultural heritage and traditional hospitality.

Upon their arrival in Leh, players were welcomed with traditional scarves and customary local greetings, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and ca...

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AKSAD Concludes its Annual Late Hajiya Fatima Badminton Tournament 2026

The All Kargil (Ladakh) Student’s Association Delhi (AKSAD) organised its annual Badminton tournament on 18th January 2026 at Surjit Badminton Academy Delhi.

Six players participated in the match. All the participants played with high spirit and dedication. Series of matches were happened between the players and three participants abled to secure positions in the match.

The winners of the tournament are:

1st position: Sakina Banoo

2nd position: Atika Jabeen

3rd position: Choch...

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ADC Kargil chairs meeting to review arrangements for 16th National Voters’ Day

Kargil, January 18, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho today chaired a meeting to review preparations and arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day meant to be held on 25 January 2026 at the Ice Hockey Rink, Byamathang, Kargil.

The meeting was attended by Tehsildar, Kargil; Deputy District Election Officer; Executive Engineer, Mechanical; Executive Engineer, PDD; Executive Engineer, PHE; District Youth Officer, NYK; repr...

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LG Ladakh Meets Union Tourism Minister in New Delhi

New Delhi, January 18/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today met Hon’ble Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in New Delhi and discussed strengthening tourism infrastructure, promotion of cultural and spiritual tourism, development of monasteries, and forthcoming major tourism and cultural events in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

During the meeting, the Lt Governor highlighted Ladakh’s unique cultural, spirit...

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Meeting Held to Finalize Arrangements for 16th National Voters’ Day, 2026 at Leh

Leh, January 17/ VOL News Desk/ Shri Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, today chaired a meeting to discuss and finalize arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD), 2026 at the District Headquarters, Leh. The meeting was held at the Mini Conference Hall, DC Office, Leh.

National Voters’ Day is celebrated annually on 25th January across India to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India and to promote electoral participatio...

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