Ladakh Youth Leader and Councillor Raises Alarm Over Idols Dumped in Indus River

VoL Desk, Oct. 25: In a heartfelt appeal, Smanla Dorje Nurboo, a prominent Youth Leader from Ladakh and sitting Congress Councillor in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, voiced deep concern regarding the dumping of religious idols in the sacred Indus River.

Expressing worry for both Ladakh’s delicate environment and the local way of life, Councillor Nurboo earnestly called upon Hindu devotees to honor Ladakh’s unique lifestyle and traditions.

“We, the people of Ladak...

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Women’s Organization in Sankoo Protests Against Innocent Killings in Gaza

Kargil, 24th October:- Amidst Israel’s ongoing bombing of Palestine, claiming thousands of lives, including innocent children, the Baseej-E-Fatimaya of Anjuman-E-Sahib Zaman Sankoo, Kargil, organized a protest on Tuesday in solidarity with the Palestinian people, condemning Israel’s impending invasion of Gaza.

Hundreds of protesters gathered, chanting anti-US and anti-Israeli slogans, demanding a ‘Free Palestine.’

During the rally, the protesters vehemently criticized the American gov...

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Ladakh Designates Juniper Tree as State Tree, Embracing Cultural and Environmental Heritage

VoL Desk, Oct. 23: As per Order No: 01 of 2023/FEE/UTL dated 23-10-2023, the Honorable Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh has proudly declared “Juniperus semiglobosa (Juniper Tree/Ladakhi – Shukpa)” as the official State Tree of Ladakh. This significant announcement was made by Dr. Vasanthakumar Namasivayam, IAS, Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology & Environment, UT of Ladakh.

State trees and flowers are emblematic of a region’s identity, symbolizing its unique cult...

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President Murmu’s Maiden Visit to Ladakh on UT Foundation Day, Plans Siachen Expedition

Kargil, Oct. 25: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, is set to make her inaugural visit to Ladakh on October 31, marking the Union Territory’s Foundation Day. This visit holds particular importance as it will be President Murmu’s first trip to Ladakh since assuming office as the President of India in July last year.

During her two-day visit, President Murmu is scheduled to participate in the UT Ladakh Foundation Day celebrations. Weather permitting, she will also embark on an expedition t...

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Ind. Councilors Declare Unconditional Support for KDA’s Agenda, Current LAHDC

VoL Desk, Oct. 23: In a letter addressed to the Chairman/Chief Executive Councilor of LAHDC, Kargil, Councillor Barsoo, Gh. Mohammad Ansary, and Councillor G M Pore, Syed Ali expressed their unwavering support for the Kargil Democratic Alliance’s agenda and the current coalition government formed by the National Conference and Congress.

As elected Councilors for the 5th LAHDC, Kargil, representing Gund Mangal-Pore and Barsoo Constituency, we affirm our commitment to the Kargil Democratic...

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4th Day of 3rd LG Cup Horse Polo held successfully in Drass

Kargil, October 23, 2023: On the 4th Day of the 3rd LG Cup Horse Polo Rolling Trophy, two semi-final matches and a final match of women teams were played at International Polo Ground Goshan Drass.

The 1st Semi Final was played between Ladakh Scout and Chuchot Polo Club Leh. Ladakh Scout won the match by 06-0.

Similarly, the 2nd Semi Final was played between Animal Husbandry Leh and D’Meadows Drass. D’Meadows Drass won the match by 06-05.

The final match of women team was played betw...

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Anjuman Sahib Zaman Chief Patron Denies Support to BJP Amidst MP Namgyal’s Claims

VoL Desk, Oct. 23: Chief Patron of Anjuman Sahib Zaman Sankoo, Agha Mohd Razavi, also known as Miggi Outh, has vehemently denied any association with MP Ladakh Jamyang Tsering Namgyal or support for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). His response comes after MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal claimed support from key figures within Anjuman Sahib Zaman, both in written and spoken statements.

In a post on X, Agha Miggi Outh shared a screenshot of the MP’s post and clarified, “Yesterday, Member of Pa...

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CEC Kargil chairs introductory meeting with newly elected Executive Councillors, Councillors

Kargil, October 22, 2023: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohammad Jaffar Akhoon today chaired the first introductory meeting with newly elected Executive Councillors and Councillors of LAHDC Kargil at Council Secretariat Kargil.

Executive Councilor, Agha Syed Mujtaba, Executive Councilor, Er. Punchok Tashi, Executive Councilor, Zakir Hussain, Executive Councillor, Kacho Mohammad Feroz and Councillors from different constituencies of the district attended the meeting.

On the occasion, ...

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CEC attends final match of Kargil Hero’s Cup 2023

Kargil, October 22, 2023: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon today attended the concluding ceremony of Kargil Hero’s Cup Cricket Tournament-2023 organized by the Humas Upliftment Organization Ladakh at Khree Sultan Cho Sports Stadium, Biamathang. 

Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Balsaheb Suse, Councillor Bhimbhat, Abdul Wahid, Councillor Chuliskambo, Councillor Chiktan constituency, Kacho Liyaqat Khan, members of civil society, players, and sports enth...

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Former Councilor Haji Ghulam Mohd Aligns with BJP

VoL Desk, Oct. 21: Haji Ghulam Mohd Tangole, a former Councillor from the Parkachik Constituency, along with others, officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today. The joining took place in the presence of Ladakh’s Member of Parliament, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal.

Also gracing the event were Senior BJP leader Haji Anayat Ali and other party workers from the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Kargil unit.

Haji Ghulam Mohd Tangole, a two-time councilor from the Parkachik constituency, fac...

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