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 ...
DISTRICT POLICE DRASS
Drass, 01 August 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the evening of 01-08-2026, a cloudburst occurred near Mina-2, Minamarg, triggering flash floods and landslides in the area.
As a result, four temporary shelters (deras) of Bakerwal families, comprising approximately 20 persons and located opposite Police Post Minamarg, were affected by the flash floods and landslides.Acting promptly, the personnel of Police Post Minamarg launched a swift rescue operation and safely evacuated al...
Leh, July 31/ VOL News Desk/ In a significant step towards improving ease of access to public services and strengthening grassroots governance, Lieutenant Governor, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, has approved the assignment of the charge of Registrar of Societies and Firms to the Deputy Commissioners of all seven districts of Ladakh within their respective jurisdictions. The decision is aimed at decentralising the registration process and making statutory services related to societies and firms mo...
Kargil, July 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Residents of Lankerchey village and adjoining areas in the Sankoo subdivision of Kargil district have expressed serious concern after discovering that wooden beams installed in the roofs of several homes have been severely damaged by insect infestation and rot.
According to locals, the issue has weakened the structural integrity of many houses, raising fears of potential roof collapses and posing risks to life and property. A resident from Lankerchey shar...
New Delhi, 22 July/ VOL News Desk/ A high-level joint delegation of Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), active for the resolution of public and social issues of Ladakh, has reached New Delhi and initiated activities to visit renowned environmentalist, educationist and social activist Sonam Wangchuk for health inquiry and to express solidarity with him.
According to sources, the delegation comprising Kargil Democratic Alliance Co-Chairman Haji Asgar Ali Karbalai, Member o...
Kargil, July 21/ VOL News Desk/ A series of cloudbursts and continuous heavy rainfall over Saturday, Sunday and Monday triggered sudden flash floods across several areas of Kargil district, causing widespread destruction to agriculture, infrastructure, and residential properties.
According to reports from multiple locations, the floodwaters carried large quantities of mud, stones, and boulders, severely damaging agricultural land, standing crops, irrigation channels, houses, roads, bridges, a...
Kargil, July 15, 2026 / VOL News Desk/ In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, has appointed two new Executive Councillors. The order was issued on July 15, 2026, by Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon.
According to the official order, Shri Altaf Hussain of Chuliskamboo Constituency and Shri Syed Ali of GM Pore Constituency have been appointed as Executive Councillors under the powers vested in t...
LEH, July 6, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The 91st Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama was celebrated today with profound devotion, enthusiasm, and grand festivity at Jivetsal, Choglamsar, Leh.
Organized by Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), Leh, the momentous occasion drew thousands of devotees who gathered from across the region to offer prayers, celebrate the spiritual leader’s life, and seek his blessings.
Addressing the massive gathering, His Holiness delivered an inspi...
Kargil, June 30/ VOL News Desk/ The Union Territory of Ladakh, particularly Kargil district, has been under the grip of an intense heatwave for the past four days, severely affecting normal life and causing various problems for the public. The unusually high temperatures have impacted daily activities, educational matters, and public movement.
The severe heat is affecting children, elderly people, and those engaged in physical labor the most. The continuous rise in daytime temperatures is bei...
