Leh, Oct 09/ VOL News Desk/ In a significant development reflecting the return of peace and stability, the Union Territory of Ladakh has witnessed complete restoration of normalcy with uninterrupted internet services, smooth functioning of educational institutions, and resumption of public transport and other civic activities, as restrictions in Ladakh have been lifted in view of the people’s cooperation and responsible behavior.
Chairing a high-level security review meeting here today, t...
I write as a young person from Kargil, assertions not as political commentaries but as considerations for the next generation who will inherit this land after us. I write because silence in the face of injustice is complicity; because the youth of Ladakh deserve to see their story told in their own words. I have seen democracy die twice in my motherland. Twice have I looked on aghast as freedom and representation disappeared into thin air.
5 August 2019: The Day Democracy Was Disfigured
...Leh, Oct 06/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, emphasised transforming Ladakh into a top winter tourism and adventure sports hub, highlighting the need for sustainable development, modern infrastructure, promotion of local talent, and creating employment opportunities while preserving the region’s unique natural and cultural heritage.
The Hon’ble Lt Governor chaired a meeting attended by Dr. Pawan Kotwal, Chief Secretary, and Bhanu Prabha, IAS, Secr...
Leh, Oct 04/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the prevailing security scenario in UT Ladakh.
During the meeting, senior officials of the UT Administration, Ladakh Police, Army, and Central Armed Police Forces briefed the Lt Governor about the present situation.
Speaking at the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor said, “The Administration is committed to maintaining peace, safety, and...
Srinagar, Oct 3, KNT: The Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather advisory for Jammu and Kashmir, warning of widespread rainfall and snowfall from October 5 to 7 under the influence of an active western disturbance. The department has cautioned that the spell may bring significant disruption to transport, farming activities, and pose risks of natural hazards in vulnerable areas.
According to the advisory issued by the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, moderate to heavy snowfal...
Press statement
I, like almost everybody, was not knowledgeable about Sonam Wangchuk until and unless I read about the model behind the famous Bollywood film “Three Idiots” – Somam Wangchuk that was characterized by Amir Khan who played the role of Phungsunk Wangdo in the movie that has the central theme as education with innovation. After watching this movie my mind propelled towards knowing about this great innovative and reformative personality who contributed a lot to the humanity in general and to the ...
VOL News Desk/ The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) has announced it will not engage in talks with the Centre until all detained activists, including Sonam Wangchuk, are released and a judicial probe is launched into the recent police firing in Leh.
Addressing the media on Tuesday, KDA co-chairperson Asgar Ali Karbalai said, “We will not be part of any discussions with the Centre until Sonam Wangchuk is released, arrests are stopped, and a judicial inquiry into the September 24 incident i...
By S.H. Rizvi | Kargil | September 26: Environmentalist and social activist Sonam Wangchuk was taken into custody today by the Ladakh Police. Following this development, the Kargil district administration imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Indian Civil Security Code 2023 to maintain law and order.
According to the announcement made this afternoon through loudspeakers, gatherings of five or more people have been banned in Kargil until further notice. The administration has...
Kargil, Sep25/ VOL News Desk/ The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) has strongly condemned the recent tragic incidents in Leh and demanded an independent and transparent investigation. Addressing a press conference, KDA Co-Chairman Haji Asgar Ali Karbalai alleged that security forces and the administration used excessive force during a peaceful protest, resulting in the deaths of four civilians, dozens injured, and several in critical condition.
Karbalai reiterated that the people of Ladak...
