Drass, May 14, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today visited the Grid Station of Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) in Drass today to take stock of the functioning, overall infrastructural position of the station and the power supply scenario. He was accompanied by Superintendent of Police Drass, Ishtiyaq Kacho (JKPS) and Sub-Divisional Magistrate Drass, Vishal Atri (JKAS). They were welcomed by officials of PGCIL including Asif Amin, Deputy General ...
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Mega Free Medical Camp Concludes Successfully at Devachan Campus
Leh, May 14, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Mega Free Medical Camp organised in connection with the ongoing Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata Buddha concluded successfully today at the Mahabodhi Karuna Charitable Hospital, Devachan Campus, Leh, witnessing significant public participation.
The medical camp was organised by the UT Administration in collaboration with the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC) and SNM Hospital to provide healthcare services and medica...
Sacred Exposition of Holy Buddha Relics Concludes in Ladakh with Over 1.18 Lakh Devotees
Leh, May 14/ VOL News Desk/ The Sacred Exposition of the Holy Buddha Relics in Ladakh, concluded today with people from all walks of life turning up at the Dharma Centre in Leh, to pay their final respects to Lord Buddha. Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, attended the closing ceremony of the 14-day Sacred Grand Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathāgata at the Dharma Centre in Choglamsar.
The concluding ceremony coincided with the sacred Mo...
Power Transfer: Congress-NC Joint Step, Announcement to Move No Confidence Motion Against Current Council
Kargil, 14 May/ VOL News Desk/ A joint press conference was held today between National Conference (NC) and Indian National Congress on the issue of power transfer. In it, both parties announced their next plan of action for power transfer in the Hill Council while keeping their alliance intact.
Addressing the press conference, Congress senior leader Haji Asgar Ali Karbalai said that before the council elections, NC and Congress had signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), under whi...
Eleventh Evening of Cultural Celebrations Fills Leh Main Market with Music and Festive Spirit
VOL News Desk/ The eleventh evening of the cultural celebrations being held in connection with the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha brought vibrant colours, traditional performances and a festive atmosphere to Leh Main Market, drawing large numbers of residents, devotees and visitors from across the region.
Organised by the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and the North Zone Cultural Cent...
Day 12 of Yoga Session Conducted at MIMC by Yoga Expert Rohit Rawat
Leh, May 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The ongoing Yoga and Meditation Session at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh, entered its twelfth day today, with the session being conducted by renowned yoga expert Rohit Rawat from the Yoga Institute, Mumbai.
The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from attendees, who actively engaged in various yoga practices aimed at enhancing physical fitness, mental peace, and overall well-being.
Similarly, a meditation session wa...
CEC Kargil Welcomes Newly Appointed Joint Director Information and Deputy Director Tourism
Kargil, May 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today welcomed the newly appointed Joint Director Information and Deputy Director Tourism, Mohd Taqi, at Kargil.
Mohd Taqi, JKAS, has been posted as Joint Director Information, and has also been assigned the additional charge of Deputy Director Tourism.
During the interaction, various issues related to the Information and Tourism Departments were discussed in detail,...
DC Kargil Inspects FSTP at Kurbathang, Reviews Sanitation Measures
Kargil, May 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk /The Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today inspected the Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP) at Kurbathang near Airport-Choskore Road to review sanitation facilities and preparedness ahead of the proposed visit of higher authorities.
During the inspection, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the functioning of the treatment plant and inspected various sections including washrooms, panel room and office premises. Stressing th...
CEC Kargil Welcomes Newly Appointed Director Social and Tribal Welfare
Kargil, May 12, 2026: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today warmly welcomed the newly appointed Director of Social and Tribal Welfare, Zahida Banoo, at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil.
During the interaction, the CEC extended his best wishes to Zahida Banoo for her new assignment and expressed hope that her tenure would further strengthen the implementation of welfare and developmental initiatives for the benefit of the people, par...
Chief Secretary reviews progress of Vibrant Village Programme in UT Ladakh
Leh, May 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and implementation status of the Vibrant Village Programme.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary reviewed the ongoing development works under the programme aimed at improving infrastructure, connectivity, livelihood opportunities, and essential public services in the border villages of Ladakh. Discussions were held on the status of various projects an...