Celebrated on 10th September 2025 at EJM College The Department of Psychology, EJM College, observed World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September 2025 at the MP Hall. The event, themed “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” (as declared by IASP & WHO), aimed to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote mental well-being.
The program began with a Khataq offering to the guest speaker, Miss Kunzes Dolma (Clinical Psychologist), followed by welcome speeches by students Zeskit and Rigzen Dolm...
Kargil, September 09, 2025: Deputy Commissioner/ CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the 10th edition of the Ladakh Zanskar Festival, scheduled to be held on September 20th–21th, 2025. The meeting was attended by senior officials and representatives from various departments.
During the review, DC Kargil assessed preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival at different venues. He emphasized that the festival is not just an ...
Urgo Phobrang, Sep 9/ VOL News Desk/ A new milestone in sustainable energy was achieved today with the inauguration of a 15kW Solar Power Plant at Urgo Phobrang. The project, implemented under the initiative of Himmotthan Society with the support of its funding partners HDFC Bank Parivartan, aims to provide reliable and eco-friendly electricity to the residents of Urgo village.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by the Honorable Councilor of Chushul Constituency, Mr. Konchok Stanzin, as...
Enterprising Ladakh Youth Awareness Programme was formally launched at Government Degree College Nobra today on 9th September 2025 in the college multi-purpose hall. The workshop will be held for three days, from the 9th till the 11th of September 2025. Enterprising Ladakh supported by Higher Education Department, UT Ladakh will focus on tapping the entrepreneurial spirit of students, youth and people from Nobra region and Ladakh. The resource persons for the workshop are Ms. Fariya and Mr. ...
The National Institute of Sowa Rigpa, Leh successfully organized the inaugural function o f a six-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) program for Sowa Rigpa teachers and practitioners (Mo) in Leh. The program brings together esteemed Sowa-Rigpa scholars and participants from leading institutions across India, including the Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (Sarnath), Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (Leh), Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (Gangtok, Sikkim), Palpung Institute...
Leh, Sep 9/ VOL News Desk/ The Deputy Commissioner Leh , Romil Singh Donk, (IAS) convened a review meeting today at VC Room of DC Office, Leh, to assess the progress of saturation programs under PMJAY, Aadhaar, Ration Cards, and Golden Cards.
During the meeting, DC Leh directed officers to share the issues they are facing in the implementation process and to suggest measures for improvement. Officers highlighted challenges such as: Low numbers of Aadhaar, Ration Card, and Golden Card regi...
Kargil, September 8/ VOL News Desk/ A seven-day Art and Craft Workshop organized by Team Stringmo at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) Sankoo Thasgam concluded today with great enthusiasm and active participation from the students.
The event was graced by the Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon, as the Chief Guest. The District Planning Officer, Kargil, attended as Guest of Honour, while Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Sankoo an...
Kargil, Sep 8/ VOL News Desk/ Government Degree College (GDC) Drass, in collaboration with the Drass Administration and sponsored by Councillors of Rambirpora and Bhimbet constituencies, today inaugurated a Free Crash Course and Mentoring Programme for KSSRB and LSSRB aspirants of the Drass region.
Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, attended the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest. The event was also graced by Councillor Abdul Wahid (Bhimbet...
Leh, Sep 8/ VOL News Desk/ Ladakh possesses immense potential to emerge as a premier film destination, thanks to its breathtaking landscapes and unmatched natural beauty, which offer filmmakers a perfect canvas for storytelling. Tapping into this opportunity can significantly boost Ladakh’s tourism industry, attract global attention, and create sustainable economic avenues for the local population.
This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while i...
Kargil, September 6: To mark the auspicious birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), a solemn gathering was organised today at Jama Masjid Hanfiyah by the Ahl-e-Sunnat wal Jamaat, Kargil. A large number of devotees participated in the event.
The programme began with recitations of naat and manqabat, where poets and reciters paid rich tributes to the Prophet. Speakers highlighted various aspects of the Prophet’s noble life and teachings, emphasising that his message conti...
