AKSAD Raises Concerns Over Appointment of Non-Local as State Nodal Officer for PM SHRI Schools in Ladakh

Kargil, May 02: The All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD) has expressed concern over the appointment of a non-local as the State Nodal Officer for PM SHRI by the Directorate of School Education Ladakh. They believe that this appointment disregards the unemployed youth of Ladakh who are more deserving of such an important position in their region.

In a tweet, the AKSAD stated, “We find it unfortunate that Ms Khushbu Joshi has been appointed as the State Nodal Officer for ...

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Higher Sec. Lecturers Mandated to Teach Four Classes Daily in Ladakh

VoL Desk, May 02: In a recent development, the Directorate of School Education in Ladakh has issued a circular making it mandatory for secondary school lecturers to conduct a minimum of four periods of routine classes each day.

The decision comes in response to an observed trend where lecturers in various Higher Secondary Schools of the School Education Department in Ladakh were often left with significant amounts of free time after delivering just a single lecture or period for the entir...

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Australian High Commission announced Grant for a Special Programme in Kargil

Kargil, May 02: For the first time in the history of Ladakh the Australian High Commission in India has announced an Australian Government Grant for a Project in Kargil.

This was announced during a Special Meeting at Srinagar chaired by the Australian high commissioner to India, the Hon. Barry O’Farrell which was attended by Mr Jack Taylor Second Secretary Political, Mrs Madhavi Peters founder member The Tropicalist Trust in Kargil, Dr. Abdul Kareem Associates Professor TDU Bangalore, Sha...

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Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashriya Kargil Commemorate Demolition of Jannatul Baqi

News Desk, April 29: Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashriya Kargil held a morning congregation and procession on the 8th of Sawwal to commemorate the demolition of Jannatul Baqi by the Al-Saud regime.

Sheikh Hussain Subhani delivered a sermon on the oneness of Allah (Tawheed) and emphasized that all Prophets and Imams in Islam conveyed this message. He also expressed that the sufferings and grief of believers will continue until the re-emergence of the last Shia Imam, Mohammad Mehdi.

The congregat...

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Army Conducts Sanitization and Uxo Destruction Operation at Kurbathang;17 Bombs Disposed

Vol Desk, April 27: The Indian Army recently carried out an extensive area sanitization and unexploded ordnance (UXO) destruction operation in Kurbathang near the Astroturf Football Ground. The mission was led by officers from the 19 Engineering Regiment under the 8 Mountain Division’s command.

Under the personal supervision of the Commanding Officer of the 19 Engr Regt, 8 Mtn Div, a bomb disposal team safely disposed of approximately 17 bombs. The operation was closely monitored by the a...

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Union Minister Anurag Thakur Addresses Press Conference as Y20 Pre-Summit Concludes Successfully in Leh

Leh, India – The three-day-long Y20 Pre-Summit concluded today, with Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting and Youth Services and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, addressing a press conference at Zen Hotel in Leh.

Thakur expressed optimism regarding the successful conclusion of the event, despite some opposition to hosting such gatherings in Ladakh. He emphasized India’s pride in celebrating its 75 years of Independence and securing the Presidency for the G20 Summit in India.

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CEC Feroz Khan visits Barsoo Block, inspects ongoing construction works on Ichu road

Kargil, April 27, 2023: Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC, Kargil Feroz Ahmed Khan today visited Barsoo Block to inspect ongoing construction works on Ichu road and also took an assessment of other developmental activities in the area.

During the visit, the CEC visited the construction site of Ichu road and walked by foot for 1.5 km to assess the status of work of the road.

The CEC was informed that out of 8600 meters, road construction works on 5200 meters stretch is compl...

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CEC, DC Kargil Clarifies Misunderstanding Regarding Y20 Pre-Summit Participation

Leh, April 27 – In response to a tweet by social activist Sajjad Kargili, DC Kargil Santosh Sukhadeve has clarified that Kargil was not ignored or sidelined during the Y20 pre-summit in Leh, Ladakh. The tweet had raised concerns about the absence of Kargil administration and LAHDC-K (Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Kargil) representatives from the event.

In an interview with a correspondent from Voice of Ladakh, CEC Feroz Ahmad Khan explained that LAHDC Kargil made a conscious...

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Y20 Pre-Summit Commences in Leh, Ladakh; Over 100 Delegates from 30 Nations Gather

Leh, April 28: The Y20 Pre-Summit commenced today at the Sindhu Sanskriti Auditorium hall in Leh, Ladakh. The event was inaugurated by the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Ladakh, Dr. BD Mishra, in the presence of notable figures such as CEC LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyaltsan, MP Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, and youth delegates from approximately 30 countries.

During his address, the LG highlighted the various initiatives undertaken by the Ladakh Administration in areas like women’s empowermen...

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Livestock deaths due to starvation; prompt action from Department of Sheep and Animal Husbandry in Leh

Leh, April 26: In response to the recent incidences of starvation deaths among livestock in Bogdang Nala, the field officer of the Department of Sheep and Animal Husbandry Leh investigated the matter. After conducting a thorough investigation, the officer confirmed that the animals died due to a lack of fodder and grazing lands.

To mitigate the risk of such incidents occurring in the future, the officer recommended exploring and taking up the prospect of developing fodder and promoting su...

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