Kargil, January 20: As the region gradually moves towards the end of its harsh winter season, the traditional Mamani festival is being observed with religious devotion and cultural enthusiasm across most parts of Kargil district.
With the local winter period (Mamani) entering its final phase, residents marked the occasion on Sunday by holding Mamani rituals in various areas of the district. As part of the observance, people visited graveyards to offer Fatiha for their departed relatives. This...
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LG Gupta Inaugurates 6th Khelo India Winter Games in Leh, Hails Ladakh as Winter Sports Hub
Leh, VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, on Tuesday declared open the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 at the state-of-the-art NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh, marking another milestone in Ladakh’s journey as India’s emerging hub for winter sports.
Addressing the inaugural session, the Lt Governor said that hosting the Khelo India Winter Games for the third consecutive year reflects the confidence reposed by the nation in Ladakh’s cap...
LG Ladakh Meets Union Tourism Minister in New Delhi
New Delhi, January 18/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today met Hon’ble Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in New Delhi and discussed strengthening tourism infrastructure, promotion of cultural and spiritual tourism, development of monasteries, and forthcoming major tourism and cultural events in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
During the meeting, the Lt Governor highlighted Ladakh’s unique cultural, spirit...
MP Mohmmad Haneefa Monitors Safety of Ladakhi Residents in Iran; Liaises with Ministry of External Affairs
Ladakh – January 17, 2026 – In response to growing concerns from families, Ladakh’s Member of Parliament, Mohmmad Haneefa has provided an update on the welfare of Ladakhi residents currently in Iran, emphasizing close coordination with Indian authorities to monitor the situation.
MP Haneefa, who has been receiving regular inquiries from worried family members, stated that he is maintaining constant communication with India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). He has also engaged directly...
Menamarg Police Facilitates Safe Passage of Ambulance Through Zojila Amid Heavy Snowfall
Amid heavy snowfall, Menamarg Police successfully facilitated the safe passage of an ambulance carrying a critical patient through Zojila Pass. The road was closed to general traffic due to adverse weather, highlighting the urgency and challenges of the situation.
Snowfall measurements recorded around 7 inches at Zojila and 5 inches at Menamarg, creating treacherous road conditions with slippery surfaces and reduced visibility. These factors made navigation extremely difficult for any vehicle...
Syed Zahoor Qasim Library opens at Stakpa in a joint collaboration of Khawaja Ghulam-us-Saiyidain Library & All Students Union Stakpa
The Syed Zahoor Qasim Library, a joint collaboration of the Khawaja Ghulam-us-Saiyidain Library (KGSL) and the All Students Union Stakpa (ASUS), was inaugurated at Stakpa in the presence of students, elders, youth, and children of the village.
Chairman Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Kargil graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Speaking on the occasion Sheikh Sadiq Rajayi emphasised that libraries play a foundational role in shaping thoughtful, informed, and responsible individuals. He ap...
Massive Rally in Kargil Voices Solidarity with Iran’s Supreme Leader & Condemns US-Israel Policies
In Kargil, the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) organized a grand rally and gathering after noon prayers to express unwavering support for the Islamic Republic of Iran, the system of Wilayat-e-Faqih, and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Thousands of participants, including men, women, scholars, and representatives from various social and religious groups, marched from Jamia Masjid through the main market to the Old Taxi Stand. They carried portraits of Khamenei and placards declarin...
ہر وار سہہ کر آگے بڑھتا انقلاب اسلامی ایران
تحریر:مجتبیٰ علی شجاعی
ایران کے حالیہ حالات کو محض وقتی بدامنی یا داخلی اضطراب کے طور پر دیکھنا حقیقت سے چشم پوشی کے مترادف ہوگا۔ یہ واقعات دراصل اس طویل کشمکش کی تازہ کڑی ہیں جو اسلامی جمہوریہ ایران اور عالمی استکباری قوتوں کے درمیان دہائیوں سے جاری ہے۔ اس بار بھی طریقۂ واردات وہی تھا۔عوامی مشکلات کو بنیاد بنا کر جذبات کو بھڑکانا، اختلافِ رائے کو تشدد میں بدلنا، اور پھر اس پورے عمل کو ’’عوامی تحریک‘‘ کا نام دے کر عالمی سطح پر پیش کرنا۔
مگر تاریخ نے ایک بار پھر ثابت کر دیا کہ جمہوری ا...
Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Reviews Kargil’s Development & Inaugurates 5th LG Ice Hockey Tournament
Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Kargil with senior officers to assess administrative functioning, developmental progress and delivery of public services in District Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretary, Education, Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, PHE, Rahul Sharma; Administrative Secretary, YS&S Moses Kunzang; Senior Superintendent of Police, Ka...
A Mockery of the LAHDC Act
On the 12th of November, the administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh issued a notification under Section 4(2) of the LAHDC Act nominating the BJP worker Advocate Reyaz Ahmad Khan as the fourth nominated member/councillor of the 5th Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council Kargil. He had unsuccessfully contested council elections on the BJP ticket for the Chuliskambo constituency in 2023. The government is empowered to nominate up to four members to the council under the said provis...