VoL Desk, April 05: The District Magistrate, Leh has ordered the imposition of Section 144 of CrPC 1973 two days ahead of the “Pashmina March” spearheaded by environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk and Leh Apex Body scheduled for April 07.
The Apex Body member, Tsering Dorjay Lakruk and Sonam Wangchuk, in a press conference, later condemned the imposition of Section 144.
The DM has issued the order in view of inputs from the Superintendent of Police regarding the apprehension of breach o...
VoL Desk, April 03: Renowned environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk has announced the “Pashmina March” to the Changthang region scheduled for April 7. Wangchuk shared this initiative through a video on his YouTube channel, which experienced a significant surge in followers following his 21-day hunger strike, concluded on March 27.
Following the conclusion of his 21-day hunger strike, Sonam Wangchuk, along with a group of women, initiated another hunger strike for 10 days. Wangchuk himself ...
Leh, March 26: After surviving on salt and water for 21 days, noted climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike to press for statehood for Ladakh and the protection of the fragile Himalayan ecology under Sixth Schedule of the constitution, but insisted this was only the end of phase one and that his fight will continue.
When he had begun his fast on March 6, Sonam Wangchuk had said he would continue it for 21 days and that it could be “extendable till death”.
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VoL Desk, March 22: Today, the Ladakhi community mourns the loss of a cherished cultural icon, Master Mohd Hussain, whose passing at his ancestral village Silmo leaves a profound void. Renowned as a mnemonist and artist, Master Hussain was revered across Ladakh for his unparalleled knowledge of folk songs, Purgi idioms, Ladakhi proverbs, and pure Purgi vocabulary.
Master Hussain’s legacy lies in his extraordinary memory, having preserved over 100 Ladakhi folk songs and epic narratives in ...
Everyone in Ladakh was thrilled and relieved when the region finally saw its first snowfall in February after long anticipation. Ladakh is a cold desert, and its arid climate makes conditions harsh for agriculture where water scarcity poses a significant challenge to agricultural productivity, solutions are essential for sustaining food production and livelihoods. The region receives a good amount of snow during the winter months (January) creating a natural reservoir of freshwater that is c...
Introduction:
Ladakh, the land of high passes and serene landscapes, is at a crucial juncture in its history. As a student deeply connected to the region, I am compelled to shed light on the pressing need for the implementation of the 6th Schedule in Ladakh. This demand arises from the unique socio-cultural, geographical, and political dynamics of the region, which require specialized governance mechanism to address the aspirations and challenges of its diverse population.
Historical C...
VoL Desk, March 04: Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) held a meeting with the Officials of Ministry of Home Affairs today at New Delhi. After the meeting a press release was issued by the Apex Body and KDA, which stated that the meeting ended without any concrete outcome.
As per the press release, the Subcommittee members subsequently had a meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence, where they got no positive and satisfactory response from the Centre...
اسلامی جمہوری ایران کے مجلس خبرگان رہبری کے رکن اور تہران کے امام جمعہ آیت اللہ محمد امامی کاشانی نے دار فانی کو وداع کہہ دیا ۔ جس سےایران سمیت عالم تشیع میں شدید غم کی لہردوڑ گئی ہے۔ اعلیٰ شیعہ رہنما آیت اللہ محمد امامی کاشانی اسلامی جمہوری ایران کے اعلیٰ ترین عالموں میں سے ایک ہیں، آپ 92 برس کی عمر میں انتقال کر گئے۔ اطلاعات کے مطابق آیت اللہ کاشانی کا انتقال دل کا دورہ پڑنے سے ہفتہ کے روز ہوا۔ ان کے انتقال پر رہبر انقلاب اسلامی آیت اللہ سید علی خامنہ ای اور صدر ایرا...
VoL Desk, Feb. 27: The Ladakh Administration has formally announced the establishment of the Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board to oversee the recruitment process for Group ‘B’ (Non-Gazetted) and all Group ‘C UT/Divisional Cadre categories of posts within its jurisdiction.
This initiative aims to streamline and standardize recruitment procedures while adhering to existing rules, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.
In accordance with Notification F.No: A-12/9/202...
VoL Desk, Feb. 20: In a landmark event on Tuesday, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, virtually laid the foundation stone for Sindhu Central University in Ladakh. The ceremony took place at MA Stadium, Jammu, where the Prime Minister addressed the nation and emphasized the significance of the educational institution for the region’s development.
The Hon’ble Lt Governor, Brig (Dr) BD Mishra, also virtually attended the foundation laying ceremony from New Delhi, highlighting t...
