Kargil, August 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS) chaired a meeting with UT Disaster Response Force (DRF) personnel and volunteers from various religious organisations and rescue teams, including Baseej-e-Imam, Al Mehdi Scouts and Baseej-e-Baqiyatullah, at the DC Office Chamber to discuss strengthening rescue and disaster-response capabilities in the district.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner sought suggestions from the concerned rescue tea...
Tsokar, Changthang, August 12/ VOL News Desk/ The second day of the Nation’s First Black-Necked Crane Festival of Ladakh, was organised under the theme “Celebrating the World’s Only Alpine Crane,” featured conservation, cultural and community activities at the Tsokar Ramsar Site.
The programme was organised by the Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh in collaboration with Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh,
The program was attended by Shri S. Raje...
VOL News Desk/ MP Ladakh Mohmad Haneefa Jan Had a detailed and fruitful meeting with Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji regarding the long-pending demands and important developmental issues of Ladakh.
During the meeting MP Ladakh reminded the Hon’ble Home Minister that during the recent discussions between MHA and representatives of Ladakh, represented by Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body, a consensus was reached on several important issues concerning constitut...
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VOL News Desk/ Anyone who has travelled the high-altitude highways of Ladakh has seen them, even if only in passing. I have spent years framing the austere beauty of the Himalayas through my camera lens. Again and again, my eye is drawn not to the mountains themselves, but to the figures working quietly in the foreground. Against the immensity of the landscape, they appear almost insignificant, small silhouettes bent over shovels, brooms and pickaxes. Yet it is their labour ...
VOL News Desk/ The Union Territory of Ladakh is undergoing one of the most significant administrative transformations since its formation. The recent announcement of five new districts—Sham, Nubra, Changthang, Zanskar, and Drass—along with the expansion of administrative units through additional tehsils, reflects the government’s commitment to bringing governance closer to the people. Decentralized administration is expected to improve public service delivery, strengthen local governance, an...
Kargil, August 06, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today visited Damsna to inspect the preparations for the upcoming Suru Summer Fest 2026 and reviewed the arrangements being made for the successful conduct of the event.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the, Councillor Tai Suru, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Kargil, Deputy Director Tourism, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Assistant Director Tourism...
Leh, August 6/ VOL News Desk/ The Leh Apex Body, while addressing an important press conference, expressed concern over the slow progress made by the government on Ladakh’s long-pending four-point demands. The leaders stated that although there has been some movement in the ongoing dialogue with the Centre, no concrete decision has yet been taken on the core issues. They urged the government not to overlook Ladakh’s concerns and to arrive at a sustainable solution at the earliest.
During ...
Kargil, August 05, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In continuation of the ongoing outreach and facilitation programme, the Department of Tourism, Kargil, today organized a Special Tourist Unit Registration Camp at the Tourist Reception Center/Office of the Assistant Director Tourism, Kargil.
The camp was conducted to facilitate on-the-spot registration of tourism establishments and provide technical guidance and handholding support to stakeholders regarding the online provisional and permanent regi...
Karbala, August 04, 2026/VOL News Desk/ The of pilgrims arriving in Iraq to commemorate the Arbaeen pilgrimage of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) has reached nearly 22.19 million, with the holy city of Karbala witnessing a continuous influx of visitors. Extensive service arrangements, religious commemorations, and advanced medical initiatives are being put in place to support what is considered one of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings.
In preparation for comprehensive media...
Kargil, August 2/ VOL News Desk/ A cloudburst and heavy rainfall on Sunday evening triggered a dangerous flash flood in Hardass village, a border area of Kargil known for its apricot production. The floodwaters passed through the stream instead of the residential area, preventing any major loss of life or property.
According to sources, the sudden downpour caused a massive flood carrying mud, rocks, and large boulders through the Hardass stream. Residents living near the stream evacuated ...
