October 11/ VOL News Desk/The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kargil, successfully organized a comprehensive agricultural programme today, with the Honorable Manzoor Hussain, Councilor for Sodh Constituency, serving as the Chief Guest. The event commenced at 10:15 AM and was attended by more than 200 farmers and farmwomen.The programme initiated with a warm welcome note delivered by Dr. Nassreen F. Kacho, who also delivered an informative lecture emphasizing the importance of pulses in sustainab...
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Refresher Training on Wheat Flour Fortification in Leh
Leh, Oct 10/ VOL News Desk/ A refresher training on wheat flour fortification was conducted by KHPT-GAIN on October 9, 2025 at Rajat Flour Mill, Phyang (Leh District), with the support of the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Ladakh.
The training was conducted for Rajat Flour Mill and Kangri Flour Mill, and was graced by the presence of Mr. Tamchos Gurmeet, Assistant Commissioner, and Mr. Abdul Majeed, Food Safety Officer (FSO), Ms. Diskit, from Food Analyst ...
DC Kargil Conducts Surprise Visits to High Schools & Sub-District Hospital in Drass
Kargil, October 10, 2025: Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today conducted surprise inspections of various Government institutions in Drass, including High School Pandrass, High School Muradbagh, Higher Secondary School Drass and the Sub-District Hospital of Drass in order to assess their functioning and to ensure accountability. He was accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Drass, Vishal Atri, JKAS.
At High School Pandrass, the Deputy Commissioner found that...
Central Administrative Tribunal, Srinagar Bench Commences 5th Circuit Sitting in Kargil
Kargil, October 08/ VOL News Desk/ The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Srinagar Bench, commenced its 5th circuit sitting in Kargil today at the Tourist Facilitation Centre, Biamathang.
The Bench is being presided over by Hon’ble Judicial Member Mr. M.S. Latif and Hon’ble Administrative Member Mr. Prashant Kumar. The initiative aims to provide convenient access to justice for government employees and pensioners of the Union Territory of Ladakh by addressing service related grievance...
Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 3.0 Launched in Kargil
Kargil, October 09/ VOL News Desk/ District Health Society, Kargil today launched the “Tobacco Free Youth Campaign 3.0” at the Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC) Biamathang with the aim to create awareness among the youth about the harmful effects of tobacco and to build a tobacco-free society.
The event began with the Tobacco Free Youth Pledge. A yoga session was also conducted to promote physical and mental well-being among participants.
The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner K...
CEC Kargil, Heritage Site of Akhoon Sharif at Stangkung, Reviews R&B Works in Suru Valley
Sankoo, October 09/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today visited Stangkung village, where he inspected the preservation and development work at the Tomb of Akhoon Mohd Sharif — an important historical and religious heritage site.
During the visit, local residents expressed concerns regarding the quality of the ongoing work and requested proper implementation of the project being executed under the Kargil Development Auth...
Ladakh Returns to Normalcy: LG Gupta Commends Cooperation
Leh, Oct 09/ VOL News Desk/ In a significant development reflecting the return of peace and stability, the Union Territory of Ladakh has witnessed complete restoration of normalcy with uninterrupted internet services, smooth functioning of educational institutions, and resumption of public transport and other civic activities, as restrictions in Ladakh have been lifted in view of the people’s cooperation and responsible behavior.
Chairing a high-level security review meeting here today, t...
Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal Chairs Peace Meeting on Recent Incident in Ladakh
Leh, Oct 09/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal today chaired a Peace Coordination Meeting to deliberate on the recent unfortunate incident that occurred on September 24, 2025, and its aftermath.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Kotwal emphasized that Ladakh has always been recognized for its peace, patriotism, harmony, unique culture, and hospitality, which attract people from across the globe. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of four precious lives and...
Ladakh’s Medical Breakthrough: First Retinal Laser Procedure Performed at SNM Hospital
VOL News Desk/ Leh, Ladakh : In a landmark achievement for the Union Territory of Ladakh, the region witnessed its first-ever retinal laser procedure successfully performed at SNM Hospital, Leh. The pioneering procedure, known as Sectoral Panretinal Photocoagulation (PRP), was carried out by Dr. Qamar Nauman Jawaid, a Vitreoretina and Phaco Surgeon, marking a significant advancement in specialized eye care for the people of Ladakh.
The procedure was performed on a patient diagnosed with B...
Collaborative Research on High-Altitude Medicinal Plants
A Memorandum of Understanding is signed between National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, Leh and Central Council for Research in Homeopathy, New Delhi on 07-10-25 at the headquarter of Central Council for Research in Homeopathy, New Delhi.
The main objective of the MoU is to work in collaboration between above two institutions on Survey, collection and documentation of High-Altitude Medicinal plants used in Homeopathy and Sowa Rigpa system of medicine.
The MoU is signed by Dr: Subhash Kaushik...