Kargil, January 22, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A meeting regarding the celebration of Republic Day 2026 was convened today under the chairmanship of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kargil, Sheikh Gowhar Hussain in his office chamber.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil; Additional Superintendent of Police, Kargil; President, Bar Association Kargil; a representative from the Deputy Commissioner Kargil; Information Officer Kargil; Executive Engineers from ...
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...
Kargil, January 21, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz today inaugurated the 15-day Ice Hockey Training-cum-Tournament for girls, which is participated by around 50 girls.
The training programme is being organised under the banner of Mission Shakti , Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme by the District Hub for Empowerment of Women, Department of Social & Tribal Welfare, Kargil, in collaboration with the District Youth Services & Sports Office, Kargil, and ...
Kargil, January 20/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho flagged off the Under-19 Boys Handball team today to represent Ladakh in the 69th National School Games scheduled to be held in Gujarat from January 26 to January 31.
The ADC was informed that a total of 15 students will represent Ladakh at the national level, including 09 players from Kargil district and 06 players from Leh district.
During the brief interaction with the players, the ADC encouraged...
Leh, January 20/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a courtesy meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Police, UT Ladakh, Shri Mukesh Singh, IPS, during his visit to Leh.
Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon welcomed the DGP and expressed hope for further strengthening of the Police Department in Ladakh. Matters related to policing, public safety in Kargil district, and other issues of mutual interest were discussed. ...
Kargil, January 19, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Information Technology Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, in collaboration with the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), today inaugurated a two-day workshop on Cyber Resilience at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil. The workshop is aimed at strengthening cyber awareness and enhancing the operational preparedness of police officers of the Police Department, Kargil.
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Kargil, January 18, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho today chaired a meeting to review preparations and arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day meant to be held on 25 January 2026 at the Ice Hockey Rink, Byamathang, Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar, Kargil; Deputy District Election Officer; Executive Engineer, Mechanical; Executive Engineer, PDD; Executive Engineer, PHE; District Youth Officer, NYK; repr...
KARGIL, JAN 16/ VOL News Desk/ Lt Governor of Ladakh Shri Kavinder Gupta today underlined the immense potential of ice hockey and other winter sports in Ladakh, stating that the region’s unique climate, geography and resilient youth provide a natural advantage to emerge as a premier hub for winter sports in the country.
The Lt Governor was speaking while addressing the Closing Ceremony of the 5th LG Cup Ice Hockey Championship 2026 at Kargil.
In the men’s final, ITBP defeated Ladakh Sc...
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...
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...
