Leh, Sep 4/ VOL News Desk/ Cultural exchange is a vital medium for bridging different cultures by fostering understanding, promoting harmony, reducing prejudices, and preserving diverse traditions. By sharing ideas, values, and practices, communities can build stronger connections and nurture global citizenship.
This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while addressing the International Performing Arts Festival 2025 at Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium, C...
Drass, Aug 31/VOL News Desk/ KNT: Two persons were killed and three others injured after a Xylo vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge at Shaitan Nalla Mode near Gumri in Drass during the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday.
Police said that around 3:30 AM, Minamarg Police Post received information that a Xylo (JK02BC-5894), on its way from Sonamarg towards Kargil, had met with an accident after losing control. The vehicle plunged nearly 400 feet into the river.
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Drass, Aug 28/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, on Thursday, reaffirmed UT Ladakh Administration’s vision of positioning Ladakh as a centre of cultural heritage, sporting excellence, and youth-driven growth. He said the Union Territory will prioritise the revival of traditional games like horse polo, expand winter sports, and create a strong ecosystem that blends culture, tourism, and modern infrastructure to give new opportunities to the youth and p...
Leh, August 25: Climate change poses a grave threat to high-altitude regions like Ladakh, and timely interventions through remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) would be crucial in addressing the challenges of temperature variations, shifting agricultural patterns, and disaster preparedness.
This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while virtually addressing the gathering on the occasion of the release of the LAMA (Ladakh Specifi...
Dehradun, August 21, 2025 – In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Ladakh’s young ice speed skaters made history on the first day of the Asian Ice Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 2025, held at the Himadri Ice Rink in Dehradun.
7-year-old Fahiem Mehdi became the youngest ice speed skater to represent Team India from Ladakh, winning a bronze medal in his category. He was joined by Madiha Mustafa 8 yrs and Mehvish Fatima 11 yrs who each won a bronze medal in their respective ca...
Silvassa (Dadra & Nagar Haveli), Aug 22: The modern facilities and systems being established across healthcare, education, water management, wellness, and sports in Daman and Diu stand as a true reflection of the Central Government’s vision under the dynamic leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. These projects are transforming the Union Territory by strengthening essential services, raising the quality of life, and ensuring inclusive and holistic development for its citize...
The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today met the Hon’ble Union Minister of Power and Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, in New Delhi and held a detailed discussion on major developmental projects of UT Ladakh.
The Lt Governor apprised the Union Minister about two landmark 24×7 water supply projects for Leh and Kargil towns, costing Rs 334.72 crore and Rs 373.17 crore respectively, which have been approved by the State High Powered ...
Jammu, Aug 18: India today stands at the threshold of a historic transformation, marching with confidence under a visionary leadership towards reclaiming its ancient glory as Vishawguru of the world. “We have full faith in our leadership and the collective strength of 140 crore citizens, and together we will script a new chapter of development, unity and global recognition,” stated the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, while addressing a programme organised by the J...
In a stirring celebration of patriotism and unity, Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, led the vibrant Har Ghar Tiranga rally through the bustling Leh Main Market today. The event, part of the nationwide campaign to honour India’s 79th independence and its heroes, saw an overwhelming response from citizens, local leaders, youth groups, and cultural troupes.
Addressing the gathering, HLG Shri Kavinder Gupta underlined that the rally was more than just a symbolic mar...
Members of the Youth Action Committee Kargil Ladakh today paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC Kargil, at the Council Secretariat Kargil.
During the meeting, the committee members strongly urged the revocation of parking fees at District Hospital Kargil.
The demand is driven by the concern that the parking fee imposes an additional financial burden on poor patients and attendants who visit the hospital, often in emergency situations. The committee emphasized that ...
