CEC Kargil Meets Union Minister for Minority and Parliamentary Affairs

New Delhi, February 09/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today met Hon’ble Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, at New Delhi and held detailed discussions on issues concerning the welfare and development of Kargil district.

During the meeting, the CEC highlighted key matters related to minority welfare including establishment o...

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LG Ladakh Champions Self-Reliant Future at ‘Enchanting Ladakh’ Exhibition in New Delhi

New Delhi, February 9/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today visited the 7th edition of ‘Enchanting Ladakh’, an exhibition-cum-sale, being held from February 1 to 15, at Dilli Haat, New Delhi. The event showcases Ladakh’s rich cultural heritage and growing entrepreneurial spirit to a national audience.

It is an annual event organised by the Department of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh, designed to provide a national platform for Ladakhi art...

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LG Ladakh releases book “Contours of Change: BJP & The New Kashmir Paradigm”

Jammu: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, released a book titled “Contours of Change: BJP & The New Kashmir Paradigm” authored by noted academician Dr. Jeevan Dhar.

On the occasion, Dr. Prem Singh, Senior Associate Professor, Narotam Sharma, Former Corporator, and Opinder Sharma were present.

Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor appreciated the scholarly effort of Dr. Jeevan Dhar and described the book as a significant contri...

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Kargil Sees Massive Protests Against Terror Attack on Islamabad Imam Bargah

VoL News Desk/ February 08, 2026: Large-scale protests were held in Kargil district on Sunday against a terrorist attack on an Imambargah in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, in which dozens of worshippers were killed and injured during Friday prayers.

The attack took place at Imambargah Qaiser-e-Khateeja al-Kubra in the Tarlai area of Islamabad. Condemning the incident, religious and social organisations in Kargil organised separate protest marches, drawing participation from a large number of p...

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District Administration Kargil Organises Training for Revenue Department Officers and Officials

Kargil, February 7/ VOL News Desk/ The District Administration Kargil organised a training programme today for Revenue Officers and officials on Introduction to Settlement (Hadayat) and the Bandobast system at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil.

The training focused on the concept, historical background, objectives, and administrative significance of land settlement. 

The sessions were conducted by Barkat Ali Lone Nizami, Retired ACR, Kargil, who elaborated on the evolution of the land...

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Late Hajiya Fatima Sports Fest 2026 Concludes at Jamia Nagar, New Delhi

VOL News Desk/ The second phase of the Annual Late Hajiya Fatima Sports Fest 2026, organised by the All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD), successfully concluded with the Cricket Tournament finals at Jamia Nagar, New Delhi, on 7 February 2026.

The final match featured a competitive clash between Himalayan Hawks and Team TSG. Batting first, Team TSG set a target of 71 runs, which was successfully chased by Himalayan Hawks, securing the tournament title.

The event was g...

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State-Level Training Programme on Effective Implementation of Rural Development Schemes Concludes at Leh

Leh, February 07/ VOL News Desk/ The three-day State-Level Training Programme on Effective Implementation of Rural Development Schemes under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) successfully concluded today at Leh.

The programme was conducted from 05th to 07th February, 2026 with the objective of strengthening technical and implementation capacities at the grassroots level.

The training programme was organized under the guidance of Syed Sajjad Qadri (JKAS), Director/SMD, R...

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CEC–Kargil Launches First-of-Its-Kind and Historic Employee Transfer Portal

Kargil, February 05/ VOL News Desk/  Marking a major milestone and  a historic moment, Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon today virtually launched the historic Employee Transfer Portal of LAHDC-Kargil. On the occasion, Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Mohd. Hanifa Jan, Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain, Executive Councillor Er. Phunchok Tashi and Administrative Secretary, School Education, Bhanu Prabha joined the event virtually.

On the other hand, Executive Councillor Kach...

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Chief Secretary reviews implementation of flagship schemes across UT Ladakh

Leh, 06 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of various flagship schemes across the Union Territory.

During the meeting, agendas related to the Education, Power Development, Financial Inclusion, Social Welfare, Urban Development, Health, and Tourism sectors were discussed in detail.

In the Education sector, the meeting reviewed the Samagra Shiksha program...

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AN-32 Kargil Courier Service Commences for Winter Season; 82 Passengers Air-lifted on Day One

Kargil, February 07/ VOL News Desk/ The AN-32 Kargil Courier Service commenced today for the winter season, ensuring continued air connectivity for the people of Kargil during the harsh winter months.

On the occasion, the Indian Air Force crew was warmly welcomed at Kargil by Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, along with Deputy Commissioner, Kargil Rakesh Kumar, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, and Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kargil Shaf...

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