District Administration Kargil Organises Training for Revenue Department Officers and Officials

Kargil, February 7/ VOL News Desk/ The District Administration Kargil organised a training programme today for Revenue Officers and officials on Introduction to Settlement (Hadayat) and the Bandobast system at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil.

The training focused on the concept, historical background, objectives, and administrative significance of land settlement. 

The sessions were conducted by Barkat Ali Lone Nizami, Retired ACR, Kargil, who elaborated on the evolution of the land...

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Late Hajiya Fatima Sports Fest 2026 Concludes at Jamia Nagar, New Delhi

VOL News Desk/ The second phase of the Annual Late Hajiya Fatima Sports Fest 2026, organised by the All Kargil (Ladakh) Students’ Association Delhi (AKSAD), successfully concluded with the Cricket Tournament finals at Jamia Nagar, New Delhi, on 7 February 2026.

The final match featured a competitive clash between Himalayan Hawks and Team TSG. Batting first, Team TSG set a target of 71 runs, which was successfully chased by Himalayan Hawks, securing the tournament title.

The event was g...

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State-Level Training Programme on Effective Implementation of Rural Development Schemes Concludes at Leh

Leh, February 07/ VOL News Desk/ The three-day State-Level Training Programme on Effective Implementation of Rural Development Schemes under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) successfully concluded today at Leh.

The programme was conducted from 05th to 07th February, 2026 with the objective of strengthening technical and implementation capacities at the grassroots level.

The training programme was organized under the guidance of Syed Sajjad Qadri (JKAS), Director/SMD, R...

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CEC–Kargil Launches First-of-Its-Kind and Historic Employee Transfer Portal

Kargil, February 05/ VOL News Desk/  Marking a major milestone and  a historic moment, Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon today virtually launched the historic Employee Transfer Portal of LAHDC-Kargil. On the occasion, Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Mohd. Hanifa Jan, Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain, Executive Councillor Er. Phunchok Tashi and Administrative Secretary, School Education, Bhanu Prabha joined the event virtually.

On the other hand, Executive Councillor Kach...

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Chief Secretary reviews implementation of flagship schemes across UT Ladakh

Leh, 06 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of various flagship schemes across the Union Territory.

During the meeting, agendas related to the Education, Power Development, Financial Inclusion, Social Welfare, Urban Development, Health, and Tourism sectors were discussed in detail.

In the Education sector, the meeting reviewed the Samagra Shiksha program...

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AN-32 Kargil Courier Service Commences for Winter Season; 82 Passengers Air-lifted on Day One

Kargil, February 07/ VOL News Desk/ The AN-32 Kargil Courier Service commenced today for the winter season, ensuring continued air connectivity for the people of Kargil during the harsh winter months.

On the occasion, the Indian Air Force crew was warmly welcomed at Kargil by Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, along with Deputy Commissioner, Kargil Rakesh Kumar, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil Imteeaz Kacho, and Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kargil Shaf...

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Chief Secretary reviews PHE and I&FC department progress in Ladakh

Leh, 05 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the performance and progress of the Public Health Engineering (PHE) and Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC) Departments.

During the meeting, Administrative Secretary, PHE, Rahul Sharma, presented a detailed overview of the objectives, as well as the physical and financial progress achieved under the State Development Programme (SDP). The presentation hig...

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Chief Secretary chairs review meeting on Social Welfare & Tribal development

Leh, 06 February/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Social & Tribal Welfare Department to assess organisational structure, manpower position, and the implementation status of various welfare schemes and missions.

During the meeting, Administrative Secretary, Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs Department, Shashanka Ala, presented a detailed overview of the organisational structure and re...

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Ladakh Delegation Meets MHA High-Powered Committee; Statehood Demands Remain Unaddressed

VOL News Desk/ In New Delhi, members of the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Apex Body Leh held a significant meeting on Wednesday with the Ministry of Home Affairs’ High-Powered Committee, chaired by Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai. This session, lasting approximately three hours, occurred over three months after the previous formal meeting on October 22, 2025, and focused on key political, constitutional, and public issues concerning Ladakh.

Ministry officials proposed ...

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GDC Drass Concludes 10-Day Educational & Cultural Tour to South India under PM-USHA

Kargil, February 05/ VOL News Desk/ Government Degree College (GDC) Drass organised a 10-day Educational and Cultural Tour to South India under the Gender Inclusive Equity Initiative of PM-USHA, with the objective of promoting experiential learning, cultural awareness, and women empowerment. The tour was comprised of 30 girl students and accompanied by two faculty members.

The tour commenced on 27th January, 2026 with the departure of the student contingent from Drass. On 28th January 202...

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