In Kargil, the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT) organized a grand rally and gathering after noon prayers to express unwavering support for the Islamic Republic of Iran, the system of Wilayat-e-Faqih, and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Thousands of participants, including men, women, scholars, and representatives from various social and religious groups, marched from Jamia Masjid through the main market to the Old Taxi Stand. They carried portraits of Khamenei and placards declarin...
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CEC Kargil, Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Reviews GIS-Based Master Plan 2050, Calls for Public Consultation
Kargil, January 14/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a meeting to discuss the GIS-based Master Plan 2050 for Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Executive Councillor Kacho Mohd Feroz, Councillor Town Haji Abbas, Councillor Poyen Mohd Amin, Joint Director Finance Iftikhar Hussain, Joint Director Planning Abdul Hadi, Executive Officer Municipal Committee Kargil Arifa Iqbal Lone, Executive Engineer R&B, Technical Dire...
Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Visits Dha–Biama Village
Leh, January 14/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today visited Dha–Biama Village in the Aryan Valley.
The Chief Secretary was warmly welcomed by the villagers upon his arrival. He interacted with local stakeholders, villagers, and various delegations, patiently listening to their concerns and grievances. He assured the people that all genuine issues would be examined carefully and appropriate support would be provided.
A colourfu...
Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta Engages Maharashtra Tour Operators to Enhance Tourism Collaboration
Pune/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, interacted with Tour and Travel Operators from Maharashtra, aiming to further strengthen tourism cooperation between Ladakh and Maharashtra.
During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted Ladakh’s immense tourism potential, noting that the region is globally renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, serene environment, rich cultural heritage, ancient monasteries, high m...
Surprise Inspection of Government Offices in Zanskar
Zanskar, January 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ On the directions of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Zanskar, a Committee headed by Shri Mohd Hassan, Tehsildar, Zanskar and comprising the Accounts Officer, ZDA and the Block Development Officer, Zanskar conducted a surprise inspection of various Government offices today to assess punctuality, attendance, and delivery of public services.
During the inspection of CHC, Padum, the Committee scrutinized the attendance registers and verified the leave ...
LAHDC Kargil hosts dinner party in honour of Chief Secretary, Ladakh, Ashish Kundr
Kargil, January 13, 2026/ VOL News Desk / The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil hosted a dinner party at Hotel The Kargil in honour of Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, IAS, following his assumption of charge as the new Chief Secretary.
The dinner was attended by the Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon; Executive Councillors holding the portfolios of Public Health Engineering & I&FC, Rural Development, ...
Awareness Workshop on Ladakh Sustainable Industrial Policy 2022-27 held in Leh
Leh, January 13/ VOL News Desk/ District Industries Centre Leh organized an Awareness Workshop on Ladakh Sustainable Industrial Policy 2022-27 on 13 January 2026 in the chamber of General Manager DIC Leh.
The workshop was chaired by General Manager, DIC Leh, A.G Zargar (JKAS), who briefed the entrepreneurs on the Ladakh Sustainable Industrial Policy 2022-27. Around 20 MSMEs unit holders from Leh district participated in the workshop, along with officials of DIC Leh.
Functional Manager,...
UT Ladakh Completes Ice Hockey Trials for Khelo India Winter Games 2026
VOL News Desk/ The ice hockey selection trials for the UT Ladakh team were held for both men’s and women’s categories. The Leh District trials took place on 13 January 2026, while the Kargil District trials were conducted earlier on 11 January 2026 at KSC Sports Stadium Bemathang Kargil by the Deparment of Youth Services and Sports, UT Ladakh.
The Khelo India Winter Games event is being organised through a collaborative effort of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sports Authority ...
LG Ice Hockey Tournament Returns to Kargil for Fifth Edition
Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, in the presence of Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Mr. Ashish Kundra (IAS) today inaugurated the 5th LG Ice Hockey Tournament 2026 here at Ice Hockey Rink, Biamathang, Kargil.
On the occasion, the CEC warmly welcomed the newly appointed Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Mr. Ashish Kundra, and expressed optimism for working in close coordination with LAHDC Kargil for the ov...
Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Reviews Kargil’s Development & Inaugurates 5th LG Ice Hockey Tournament
Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Kargil with senior officers to assess administrative functioning, developmental progress and delivery of public services in District Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretary, Education, Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, PHE, Rahul Sharma; Administrative Secretary, YS&S Moses Kunzang; Senior Superintendent of Police, Ka...