Woes Continue for B.Ed Students in Ladakh: The Clash Between Theoretical and Practical Exams

VoL Desk, Oct. 28: B.Ed students, whose examination centers were recently relocated from the UT of Jammu and Kashmir to their hometowns in Leh or Kargil, find themselves in distress once again due to a clash between ongoing theoretical exams and practical exams.

During a telephonic interview with Voice of Ladakh, a student expressed their concerns about the conflict between their theoretical exams, held in Ladakh centers, and the recently announced dates for their practical exams by Kashm...

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Phyang Councillor Tundup Nubu Cheetah Accuses Ladakh MP of Misleading Public

VoL Desk, Oct. 27 – Tundup Nubu Cheetha, Phyang Councillor, LAHDC Leh has accused Member of Parliament from Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgial of misleading the people of Ladakh on various issues. Cheetha expressed his concerns during a press conference held in Leh on Friday.

In July, the MP had met with the Secretary of Education, Government of India, requesting the creation of permanent posts in the school education department of Ladakh for Bhoti language teachers. Cheetah, in a press conf...

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Leh Muslim Community Protests Against Israeli Atrocities in Gaza

VoL Desk, Oct. 28: Members of Anjuman Moin ul Islam, Leh, along with the Muslim community of Leh, organized a large protest at Leh’s main market condemning the Israeli actions in Gaza, Palestine.

The protest, which included Anjuman Moin ul Islam President Dr. Abdul Qayoom, Anjuman Imamia Leh President Ashraf Barcha, clerics, and hundreds of participants, aimed to express solidarity with the people of Palestine and voice their strong opposition against Israel.

The ongoing conflict betw...

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Ladakh Tourism Displayed its Tapestry of Beauty and Culture at ITB Asia 2023

October 28, 2023: Ladakh Tourism, the jewel of the Himalayas, showcased its interesting beauty and unique cultural experiences at the prestigious ITB Asia 2023, held at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from October 25th to 27th. 

Throughout the event, attendees engaged in interactions, sharing the wonders of the region. The interactive sessions allowed visitors to delve deeper into the myriad experiences Ladakh has to offer, from high-altitude adventures to serene spiritual retreats.

The ...

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Workshop on Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle in waste management held at Leh

Leh, Oct. 27, 2023: Ladakh Ecological Development Group (LEDeG), in collaboration with the Municipal Committee (MC) Leh under the Bermen Overseas Research and Development Association (BORDA) project, organized an on-site demonstration cum workshop to raise awareness about the adoption of the principles of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle (3R) in waste management.

The focus was also on minimising the waste through Reduce, Reuse & RecycleThe 3R facility, inaugurated by President, Municipal Commit...

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CEC Kargil define roles for Executive Councillors

VoL Desk, October 27, 2023 – In a significant development, the Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil Dr Mohammad Jaffar Akhoon has issued Order No. 107 of 2023, detailing the allocation of responsibilities within the Executive Council.

Under the provisions of Sections 29 and 33(2) of the LAHDC Act 1995, the Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of Lahdc Kargil has delineated specific portfolios to facilitate the efficient functioning of the Executive Council.

Executive Cou...

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Protest at Chiktan in Solidarity with Palestine, Voicing Opposition to Israel and America

KARGIL, OCTOBER 27: Following Friday prayers, the residents of Khangral, Samrah, Chiktan, Shakar, Sankdoo, Lamsoo, and Sanjaq came together in a unified protest in a display of support for Palestine and against Israeli atrocities in Gaza.

The protest began at the Jama Masjid Chiktan and culminated at the SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate) headquarters, where a religious scholar delivered an impassioned speech.

The villagers, deeply concerned about the ongoing situation in the Middle Eas...

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CEC Kargil chairs meeting on detachment of Education Department staff

Kargil, Oct 26, 2023: Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today conducted a meeting regarding to detachment of teaching and non-teaching employees of Education Department Kargil.

The meeting was attended by Executive Councilor, Mohammad Feroz Kacho, Executive Councilor, Aga Syeed Mujtaba, Executive Councilor, Zakir Hussain and Director School Education UT Ladakh, Tsering Paldan.

The CEC stressed upon the Director School Education UT Ladakh to resol...

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National Seminar on Himalayan Medicinal Plants Inaugurated at EJM College Leh

Leh, 26 Oct – Three Days National Seminar on Himalayan Medicinal Plants was inaugurated at Eliezer Joldan Memorial College Leh today.

Chief Guest of the inaugural session, Professor S. K. Mehta, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, shared his vision for promoting research opportunities among faculty and students. He underscored the untapped potential of Ladakh’s medicinal plants and acknowledged the valuable contributions of DRDO and Sowa Rigpa in preserving Ladakh’s rare medicina...

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Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare Ladakh conducted one-day training cum orientation programme

Leh, Oct. 26, 2023: Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare, UT Ladakh conducted a one-day training cum orientation program for newly recruited employees under Mission Shakti on October 26.

The orientation program, led by the State Coordinator of Mission Shakti, Sonam Yangzom aimed to provide necessary knowledge and insights to the newly recruited employees who will play a pivotal role in advancing the Mission’s objective.

During her presentation, she highlighted the key functions and...

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