Leh, 26 Oct – Three Days National Seminar on Himalayan Medicinal Plants was inaugurated at Eliezer Joldan Memorial College Leh today.
Chief Guest of the inaugural session, Professor S. K. Mehta, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, shared his vision for promoting research opportunities among faculty and students. He underscored the untapped potential of Ladakh’s medicinal plants and acknowledged the valuable contributions of DRDO and Sowa Rigpa in preserving Ladakh’s rare medicina...
Leh, Oct. 26, 2023: Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare, UT Ladakh conducted a one-day training cum orientation program for newly recruited employees under Mission Shakti on October 26.
The orientation program, led by the State Coordinator of Mission Shakti, Sonam Yangzom aimed to provide necessary knowledge and insights to the newly recruited employees who will play a pivotal role in advancing the Mission’s objective.
During her presentation, she highlighted the key functions and...
VoL Desk, October 25, 2023 – The Court of Judicial Magistrate 1st Class Sankoo, under the able supervision of Mr. Shafiq Mushtaq Lone, pronounced the verdict today, in a theft case dating back to 2019.
After thorough deliberation, wherein both the Assistant Public Prosecutor and the defense counsel presented their arguments, the Court reached a verdict. The convict was found guilty of criminal trespass and stealing batteries installed at KREDA under sections 457 & 380 of the Indian Penal ...
Kargil, Oct 24, 2023: Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today attended the concluding ceremony of the 3rd LG Horse Polo Cup organized by DYSSO Kargil, which concluded at Goshan Stadium Drass.
Ladakh Scouts Leh clinched the third LG Cup for the third consecutive time, securing a 4-0 victory over D’Meadows Drass.
Speaking at the event, the CEC emphasized the significance of Polo as a heritage sport and expressed his satisfaction over the substantial developments that hav...
VoL Desk, Oct. 25: In a heartfelt appeal, Smanla Dorje Nurboo, a prominent Youth Leader from Ladakh and sitting Congress Councillor in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, voiced deep concern regarding the dumping of religious idols in the sacred Indus River.
Expressing worry for both Ladakh’s delicate environment and the local way of life, Councillor Nurboo earnestly called upon Hindu devotees to honor Ladakh’s unique lifestyle and traditions.
“We, the people of Ladak...
Kargil, 24th October:- Amidst Israel’s ongoing bombing of Palestine, claiming thousands of lives, including innocent children, the Baseej-E-Fatimaya of Anjuman-E-Sahib Zaman Sankoo, Kargil, organized a protest on Tuesday in solidarity with the Palestinian people, condemning Israel’s impending invasion of Gaza.
Hundreds of protesters gathered, chanting anti-US and anti-Israeli slogans, demanding a ‘Free Palestine.’
During the rally, the protesters vehemently criticized the American gov...
VoL Desk, Oct. 23: As per Order No: 01 of 2023/FEE/UTL dated 23-10-2023, the Honorable Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh has proudly declared “Juniperus semiglobosa (Juniper Tree/Ladakhi – Shukpa)” as the official State Tree of Ladakh. This significant announcement was made by Dr. Vasanthakumar Namasivayam, IAS, Commissioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology & Environment, UT of Ladakh.
State trees and flowers are emblematic of a region’s identity, symbolizing its unique cult...
Kargil, Oct. 25: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, is set to make her inaugural visit to Ladakh on October 31, marking the Union Territory’s Foundation Day. This visit holds particular importance as it will be President Murmu’s first trip to Ladakh since assuming office as the President of India in July last year.
During her two-day visit, President Murmu is scheduled to participate in the UT Ladakh Foundation Day celebrations. Weather permitting, she will also embark on an expedition t...
VoL Desk, Oct. 23: In a letter addressed to the Chairman/Chief Executive Councilor of LAHDC, Kargil, Councillor Barsoo, Gh. Mohammad Ansary, and Councillor G M Pore, Syed Ali expressed their unwavering support for the Kargil Democratic Alliance’s agenda and the current coalition government formed by the National Conference and Congress.
As elected Councilors for the 5th LAHDC, Kargil, representing Gund Mangal-Pore and Barsoo Constituency, we affirm our commitment to the Kargil Democratic...
Kargil, October 23, 2023: On the 4th Day of the 3rd LG Cup Horse Polo Rolling Trophy, two semi-final matches and a final match of women teams were played at International Polo Ground Goshan Drass.
The 1st Semi Final was played between Ladakh Scout and Chuchot Polo Club Leh. Ladakh Scout won the match by 06-0.
Similarly, the 2nd Semi Final was played between Animal Husbandry Leh and D’Meadows Drass. D’Meadows Drass won the match by 06-05.
The final match of women team was played betw...
