AN-32 Kargil Courier Service Operates First Jammu Sortie of Winter Season

Kargil, February 12/ VOL News Desk/ The AN-32 Kargil Courier Service today operated its first Jammu sortie of the winter season between Kargil and Jammu.

At Jammu Airport, the Indian Air Force pilots and crew were warmly received by the Liaison Officer, Assistant Liaison Officers, and officials from the Airports Authority of India (AAI), CISF, Air India, and AIASL.

The service operated two sorties during the day, carrying a total of 128 passengers in both directions. 

On the Kargil ...

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ICDS & Education Department Zanskar Celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science at GHS Karsha

Zanskar, February 11/ VOL News Desk/ The ICDS Department Zanskar, in collaboration with the Education Department Zanskar, today celebrated the International Day of Women and Girls in Science at Government High School Karsha, Zanskar.

The event aimed to promote awareness and encourage women and girls to pursue education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), thereby fostering gender equality and empowerment in the scientific field.

Dr. Tsetan, Gynecolog...

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Ladakh MP Protests Budget Cuts in Parliament, Demands Special Package

New Delhi/ VOL News Desk/ During the discussion on the central budget in Parliament, Ladakh Member of Parliament Mohammad Hanifa Jan expressed strong concern over the reduction in the budget for the region, calling it unexpected, disappointing, and detrimental to the developmental process.

He informed the House that after becoming a Union Territory, approximately 3500 crore rupees were allocated for Ladakh in the first year, while the following year, considering developmental demands and admi...

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17th CEC Cup Ice Hockey Championship Kicks Off at Biamathang, Kargil

Kargil, February 11/ VOL News Desk/ In Kargil , the 17th CEC Cup Ice Hockey Championship began today at the Ice Hockey Rink, Biamathang, Kargil, with great enthusiasm among players and sports enthusiasts.

A total of 29 men’s teams and 4 women’s teams from various parts of Kargil district are participating in the prestigious tournament, showcasing the growing passion for ice hockey in the region.

Acting Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, was the Chief Guest on t...

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SIDCO Successfully Integrates Online Payment System; 90 Beneficiaries Receive DBT in First Phase

Leh, [09-02-2026] — After strenuous efforts over the past three to four months, the Sindhu Infrastructure Development Corporation (SIDCO) has successfully completed the integration of its Online Payment System, marking another major milestone in its digital transformation initiative.

Earlier, SIDCO had developed and operationalized its comprehensive Online Portal, enabling smooth loan registration, application submission, scrutiny, and approval processes. The completion of the loan regist...

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Pre–AI Impact Summit organised by the IT Department, UT Ladakh

Leh, 11 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Information Technology Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, organised a Pre–AI Impact Summit aimed at fostering dialogue on the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across governance, education, healthcare, tourism, disaster management, and climate resilience in the region.

Sonam, an IT Consultant, briefed the participants on Artificial Intelligence (AI), highlighting its basic concepts, applications, and growing significance acro...

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Youmullah: Thousands Participate in Grand Rally in Kargil to Mark 47th Anniversary of Islamic Revolution

Kargil, February 11/ VOL News Desk/ On the occasion of the 47th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, a grand and historic rally titled “Youmullah” was taken out at the district headquarters of Kargil. The programme was organized by the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Kargil, and witnessed the participation of thousands of followers of Wilayat and Imamat, lovers of Ahlul Bayt (AS), scholars, students, women, and children.

From around 10:30 a.m., devotees from various ...

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Haji Ghulam Haider Lali Posthumously Conferred Wal-Fajr Award 2026

Minjee, February 11, 2026: The Wal-Fajr Committee, Minjee, posthumously conferred the prestigious Wal-Fajr Award 2026 on late Haji Ghulam Haider Lali in recognition of his contributions to educational reform, literature, and theatre in Kargil district.

The award was received by Lali’s son, Mohammad Ali, from Sheikh Ghulam Mehdi Sayyidain on the occasion of Youmullah — the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution — held at Musalla Imam, Minjee Gound.

Speaking on the occasion, organiser...

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DIET Kargil Successfully Concludes 8-Day Workshop on Social, Emotional, and Ethical (SEE) Learning

Kargil, February 10/ VOL News Desk/The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Kargil has successfully concluded an intensive 8-day workshop on Social, Emotional, and Ethical (SEE) Learning. The workshop conducted in two phases as a part of its winter training initiatives, was designed to equip educators with the tools to foster compassion, emotional resilience, and ethical awareness in the modern classroom.

The SEE Learning curriculum, an evidence-based approach to holistic e...

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Joint Inspection Drive Conducted in Zanskar Main Market

Zanskar, February 10/ VOL News Desk/ Under the directions of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Zanskar, a joint inspection drive was conducted today in the Main Market, Zanskar, to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and to safeguard consumer interests.

The inspection was led by the Naib Tehsildar, Zanskar, and carried out jointly by the Food Safety Officer, officials from the Medical Department, the Tehsil Supply Officer (TSO), FCS&CA Department, along with the Police team....

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