The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has initiated a specialised research mission in Ladakh aimed at studying how astronauts and support teams perform under extreme high-altitude conditions.
The mission, titled Mission MITRA (Mapping of Interoperable Traits and Response Assessment), is being conducted in Leh at an altitude of around 3,500 metres. The study is scheduled to run until April 9 and is designed to replicate space-like challenges such as low oxygen levels, extreme cold, and...
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Educators Raise Concerns Over Teacher Transfer Policy in Kargil, Seek Revisions
The Educators Association of Kargil held a press conference to highlight concerns over the recently introduced teacher transfer policy, pointing out several gaps and demanding revisions.
The Educator Association acknowledged the efforts of the Deputy Commissioner and the Hill Council for formulating a transfer policy for the first time in Kargil’s history. However, representatives alleged that key stakeholders—particularly the association itself—were not consulted during the drafting process....
Massive Protest Rally Held in Kargil to Commemorate Minab School Children
VOL News Desk/ A large protest rally was held in Kargil to commemorate the children reportedly killed in airstrikes in Minab, drawing participation from thousands of school students.
The rally was organised by the Mutahhary Educational Society in memory of around 180 children killed in US-Israeli airstrikes on February 28.
According to organisers, the procession began at Kargil Taxi Stand and included students from nearly 15 schools affiliated with the Mutahhary Society. Participants carried p...
Students of UOL Kargil Campus completes NSQF course on “Foundations of Information Security” conducted by NIELIT Kargil
Kargil, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Furthering the mission to equip students with critical and high demand Industry 4.0 skills, fifty-two (52) students of Kargil campus University of Ladakh took part in the 90-hours National Skills Qualifications Framework recognized course “Foundations of Information Security” conducted by the NIELIT Kargil.
The students were felicitated with NIELIT backpacks and pen drives at the august hands of the officiating Incharge Administration Kargil Campus,...
Preparations gain momentum for the Sacred Buddha Relics exposition in Ladakh
Leh, April 03, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, chaired an introductory briefing meeting with members of the UT-level Coordination Committee and the seven Sub-Committees constituted for organising the Holy Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha in Ladakh, scheduled to be held from May 1 to May 15, 2026.
During the meeting, Shri Jigmet Takpa, Nodal Officer for the Holy Exposition, delivered a detailed presentation outlin...
Chief Secretary chairs meeting with NGOs on Forests, Wildlife, and Environmental Conservation in Ladakh
Leh, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a meeting with prominent non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working in the fields of forest conservation, wildlife protection, and environmental sustainability across the region.
The meeting focused on strengthening ongoing conservation initiatives, biodiversity preservation, and habitat protection in Ladakh. Deliberations also covered collaborative environmental action, pro...
Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra visits Taruthang Campus, University of Ladakh
Leh, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary and Pro-Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the Taruthang Campus of the University of Ladakh, accompanied by Secretary, Higher Education, Ms Bhanu Prabha. The dignitaries were warmly received by Prof. Saket Kushwaha, Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh.
During the visit, Shri Kundra inspected various academic and research facilities of the campus and reviewed ongoing activities across departments and ...
Two-day training on Holistic Progress Card concludes at BRC Chiktan
KARGIL, APRIL 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A two-day training programme on Holistic Progress Card (HPC) concluded successfully today at Block Resource Centre (BRC) Chiktan.
The training programme was organised with the objective of strengthening the capacity of teachers in adopting holistic and competency-based assessment practices in schools.
Teachers from all Middle and Primary Schools of Zone Chiktan participated in the programme and took part in various interactive sessions, group disc...
Director, School Education, reviews functioning of School Education Department of Kargil
Kargil, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Director, School Education, UT Ladakh, Imteeaz Kacho took a meeting today in the Conference Hall of Office of Chief Education Officer, Kargil, to review the functioning of the Education Department in Kargil District.
The meeting was attended by Chief Education Officer Sonam Wangchuk; District Education Planning Officer, Ajaz Ahmad; Accounts Officer, Directorate of School Education,Mukhtar Hussain; Assistant Director (Planning), Directorate of School ...
Director, School Education takes stock of functioning of schools in Kargil
Kargil, April 01, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Director, School Education, UT Ladakh, Imteeaz Kacho visited Government Model Middle School (GMMS), Titichhumik and Council Model High School (CMHS), Gongma Kargil in Kargil today to take stock of their functioning.
In GMMS Titichhumik, the Director interacted with staff and students and discussed crucial matters regarding the need for upholding the highest academic standards. He took stock of the infrastructural issues of the school. He also joined ...