“Kargil Bandh”: Complete shutdown, protest in support of KDAs call

Vol Desk, Feb. 03: Kargil witnesses a standstill in solidarity with the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB) calls for “Kargil Bandh” and “Leh Chalo Andolan” demanding the implementation of Ladakh’s 4-point agenda, encompassing the 6th Schedule, Statehood, Land, and job security and separate Lok Sabha Seat in Parliament for Kargil and Leh.

In a unified effort, the Sub-Divisions including Sankoo, Drass, Shakar Chiktan, and Zanskar also have observed a complete shutdown ...

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Kargil Bandh: Imam Jummah IKMT appeals public for support

VoL Desk, Feb. 02: Imam Jummah of IKMT, Sheikh Hamid Nasiri during the Friday sermon appealed the public to support Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB) on February 3, emphasizing the protest’s necessity to fulfill Ladakh’s key demands.

Various religious organizations viz Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Jamiat Ulema Isna Ashriya Kargil (JUIAK), Anjuma Sahab Zaman, Sankoo (ASZ), Anjuman Inqilab e Mehdi, Suru (AIM), have also joined in urging the general public to s...

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Ahead of LS Election 2024, DEO Kargil flags off EDVs to Tehsils

Kargil, Feb 01: In connection with the Lok-Sabha Elections 2024, District Election Officer/Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Suse flagged off the EVM Demonstration Vans (EDVs) for all tehsils of Kargil excluding Zanskar at DC Office Kargil.

Deputy District Election Officer, Dr. Khanzada Mohd Usman, NT Election, Zakir Hussain and other officials of DC Office and District Election Cell Kargil were present on the occasion.

The EDVs were provided with adequate IEC material l...

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CEC Visits Kargil Boys Hostel Jammu, review issues & demand 

Jammu, Jan 31: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon visited Kargil Boys Hostel Jammu to review the issues and demands of students studying in Jammu.

During the occasion, ALSWAJ members highlighted admission challenges facing by students in various colleges and universities of Jammu and Kashmir, and for financial support, to ALSWAJ.

The CEC inspected the various amenities being provided to the students. Students apprised the CEC about water leakage, the necessity of air con...

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Advisor, Dr Pawan Kotwal Ensures Readiness at Khelo India Winter Games 2024 Venues

Leh, Jan. 31: The Advisor to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh Dr Pawan Kotwal undertook an extensive visit to the various locations hosting the 4th Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games 2024.

The inspection aimed at ensuring the seamless execution of the mega sporting event at the Ice Hockey Rink at NDS Ground, the Ice Rink at Gophugs, and the Ice Rink at Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, Leh.

The Advisor Dr Pawan Kotwal was keen on ensuring that the infrastructure, faciliti...

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Ex LAHDC Councillor Sheikh Mohd Raza passed away

VoL Desk, Jan. 30: Former JKNC Councillor, LAHDC, Kargil, Shiekh Mohammad Raza hailing from Chuskore passed away following a tragic road accident that left him severely injured. He was subsequently shifted to Srinagar where after fifteen days of intensive treatment he succumbed to the injuries.

In response to the loss of the councilor, various religious and political parties including the LAHDC, JKNC, and religious institutions of Kargil have conveyed condolence to the family members on t...

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India’s Snow Leopard Census Reveals 718 Majestic Cats, Ladakh Dominates with 477

New Delhi, Jan 30: India is home to an estimated 718 snow leopards, according to a report released by the Union Environment Ministry on Tuesday. The region of Ladakh reported the highest number, with 477 of these majestic cats.

Conducted between 2019 and 2023, the first-of-its-kind ‘Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India’ (SPAI) was carried out by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) with the collaborative support of snow leopard range states and conservation partners, including the...

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LG Approves 12% Subsidy for Sugar Stock clearance, directs reassessing Nambardar honorarium

Kargil, Jan 30: The Lt. Governor, Brig (Dr) BD Mishra, orchestrated a comprehensive review meeting with Departmental Secretaries at the Lt Governor’s Secretariat in Ladakh. The agenda encompassed discussions on ongoing projects, potential initiatives, and addressing public grievances to enhance overall administration.

Various critical issues were scrutinized during the meeting, spanning the establishment of a UT level Recruitment Board, detachment of staff from the education and health de...

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CEC discuss key issues of Kargil with Chief Secy. J&K

Kargil, Jan 30: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today called upon Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir at Civil Secretariat in Jammu. CEC discussed in detail various issues ranging from students, employees of PSUs and inhabitants of Kargil Colonies in Jammu.

CEC, LAHDC Kargil urged for handing-over the land by Jammu Development Authority to LAHDC at an earliest for construction of Kargil House at Channi Jammu as all the formalities for acquisition has been completed with...

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