EC Punchok Tashi pays surprise visit to hostel, reviews CBSE exam preparations

Kargil, March 05, 2025: Executive Councilor for RDD, Forest, and Information, LAHDC Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi, on Tuesday, paid a surprise visit to a hostel where students of Higher Secondary and High Schools from Zanskar Sub Division are attending remedial classes for the ongoing CBSE Class 10th and 12th examinations.

EC Tashi interacted with the students during the visit and inquired about their exam preparations. The students appreciated the administration and LAHDC Kargil for running ...

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After Heavy Snowfall, Clearance Work Underway to Reopen Zojila

Kargil, March 5: Following heavy snowfall in the region, the Zojila Pass has been closed due to the accumulation of approximately four feet of snow and the heightened risk of avalanches. In a telephonic conversation with an official source from Drass, it was confirmed that efforts are underway to restore connectivity.

The road clearance operation has commenced, with teams working from both sides. Snow clearance machines have been deployed from Gumri towards Drass, while work has also beg...

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Ayatollah Sheikh Hasnain Shabani Al-Najfi Passes Away

VOL News Desk: Renowned jurist Ayatollah Sheikh Hasnain Shabani Al-Najfi from Kargil passed away today in the holy city of Qom, Islamic Republic of Iran, reuniting with his Creator.

He hailed from the village of Brolmo in the Kharmang district, located at the confluence of Kargil and Baltistan. His father, Sheikh Ali Brolmo, was a distinguished religious scholar of his time, widely recognized for his religious services. His shrine, located near the Kargil border, is a popular pilgrimage s...

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VC University of Ladakh calls on CEC Kargil

Kargil, March 01, 2025: The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. (Dr.) Saket Kushwaha today paid a courtesy visit to Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, at the Council Secretariat in Kargil.

The CEC congratulated the Vice Chancellor and expressed his appreciation, stating that the region is fortunate to have a leader like him guiding the university.

Dr. Akhoon appreciated and congratulated the Vice Chancellor for establishing his office at the Kargil Camp...

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Science lecturers & NYC members call on Lt Governor Mishra

Leh, March 1, 2025: A delegation comprising Science lecturers of School Education Department led by Nawaz Ali called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the LG Secretariat. Principal Secretary, Sanjiv Khirwar, IAS and Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin were present in the meeting.

The delegates informed the HLG that they belong to Kargil district and have been rendering their services in schools in Leh as Science lecturers for th...

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CEC Tashi Gyalson Chairs Meeting on Leh-Manali Bypass Alignment

Leh, March 01: The Chairman/CEC,LAHDC Leh, Tashi Gyalson, chaired a meeting to finalize the alignment of the Leh-Manali bypass from Spituk to Upshi.

The meeting was attended by Executive Councillor (Agriculture) Stanzin Chosphel; Councillor, Phyang, Tundup Nurbo; Councillor, Igoo, Sonam Thardos; Councillor, Chuchot, Mirza Hussain; ACR, Leh Shabir Hussain, Col. K.S. Lavana, Commander of 753 BRTF; Tehsildar Leh, Dorjey Gailson; SDM Incharge Kharu, Stanzin Namgail; Officiating Chief Engineer...

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Transfers of High School Headmasters in Kargil Raise Questions on Transparency

Kargil, Feb. 28: The Chief Education Officer of Kargil has issued orders for the transfer of headmasters of government high schools within the education department, leading to appointments across various schools in the district. However, some teachers have expressed concerns, calling these transfers unfair.

Affected headmasters spoke to our correspondent and explained that a committee comprising senior principals is usually formed to oversee transfers. This committee reviews the three-yea...

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ماہِ رمضان کی آمد، کرگل میں تیاریاں مکمل، عدم رویتِ ہلال کا اعلان

کرگل: دنیا بھر کے مسلمانوں کی طرح لداخ کے مسلمان بھی ماہِ مبارک رمضان کے آغاز کا بے صبری سے انتظار کر رہے ہیں۔ آج 29 شعبان المعظم ہے، لیکن لداخ سمیت ملک کے دیگر ہم افق علاقوں میں چاند نظر نہیں آیا۔ اس کے پیش نظر کرگل ضلع کے دو اہم مذہبی اداروں، امام خمینی میموریل ٹرسٹ اور انجمن جمعیت العلماء اثناعشریہ کرگل، نے باضابطہ طور پر اعلان کیا ہے کہ رمضان المبارک کا آغاز اتوار، 2 مارچ 2025 سے ہوگا، جب پہلا روزہ رکھا جائے گا۔ اس کے مطابق، کل بروز ہفتہ، 1 مارچ 2025 کو 30 شعبان المعظم ہوگا۔

ماہِ رمضا...

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Councillor Nyoma-led delegation, unemployed physical education youth call on LG Ladakh

Leh, February 28, 2025: A delegation from Nyoma led by Councillor, Nyoma constituency, Ishey Spalzang, called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd), at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat. Principal Secretary, Sanjiv Khirwar, IAS; Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG, Dr L Franklin, IAS; PCCF, Brij Mohan Sharma, IFoS; Chief of Staff, GOC 14 Corps, Maj Gen DK Singh; Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Santosh Sukhadeve, IAS; Director, Health Services, Dr Thinles a...

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کرگل میں ہائی اسکولوں کے ہیڈ ماسٹروں کے تبادلے، شفافیت پر سوالات

کرگل: چیف ایجوکیشن آفیسر کرگل نے محکمہ تعلیم میں تعینات گورنمنٹ ہائی اسکولوں کے ہیڈ ماسٹروں کے تبادلوں کے احکامات جاری کر دیے ہیں، جس کے تحت ضلع بھر کے مختلف اسکولوں میں تقرریاں عمل میں آئی ہیں۔ تاہم، کچھ اساتذہ نے ان تبادلوں کو غیر منصفانہ قرار دیتے ہوئے تحفظات کا اظہار کیا ہے۔

متاثرہ ہیڈ ماسٹروں نے ہمارے نمائندے سے بات کرتے ہوئے بتایا کہ عام طور پر تبادلوں کے لیے سینئر پرنسپلز پر مشتمل ایک کمیٹی تشکیل دی جاتی ہے، جو متعلقہ اساتذہ کی تین سالہ خدمات، سابقہ تعیناتیوں اور تاریخ پیدائش کا جا...

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