GMDC Zanskar Holds Valedictory Function for Free KSSRB Coaching Programme

Zanskar, November 13/ VOL News Desk/ Government Model Degree College (GMDC) Zanskar held a Valedictory Function to mark the successful completion of the two-month free KSSRB Coaching Programme at the college. The initiative was made possible with the support of Hon’ble Executive Councillor Er. Punchok Tashi, Mr. Stanzin Jigmat (Councillor, Karsha), Mr. Stanzin Lakpa (Councillor, Cha), and the Contractor Association Zanskar.

The programme was organized under the supervision of Dr. Amjad Al...

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Zanskar’s Traditional ‘Local Butter (Zanskar Mar)’ Secures FSSAI Registration, Boosting Indigenous Branding Efforts

Kargil, November 14/ VOL News Desk/ Under the guidance of the Worthy Secretary, Higher Education Department, UT Ladakh, and the supervision of Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Principal, Government Model Degree College Zanskar, the college has successfully registered “Local Butter (Zanskar Mar)” with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

This achievement marks an important step toward branding one of the most valuable yet unrecognized traditional products of the Zanskar Valley. Z...

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Chief Secretary visits the newly established Automated Vehicle Inspection & Certification Centre at Phyang

Leh, November 12/ VOL News Desk/ The Union Territory of Ladakh took a major stride toward modernizing its transport infrastructure with the visit of Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal to the newly established Automated Vehicle Inspection and Certification Centre (ICC) at Phyang. The centre marks a significant step in introducing scientific, transparent, and technology-driven vehicle fitness testing across the region.

During his visit, Dr. Kotwal inspected the advanced testing facilities at ...

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Special Training Program for AEROs, BLO Supervisors, DEOs on Handling of Various Election Apps

Kargil, November 12, 2025: A Special Training Program for Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), Booth Level Officer (BLO) Supervisors, and Data Entry Operators (DEOs) of Kargil District on the handling of various election-related applications was successfully conducted today at the Conference Hall, Baroo.

The training was organized by the District Election Officer (Deputy Commissioner), Kargil, as part of the pre-preparatory exercise for the upcoming Special Intensive Revisio...

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Mimangs-Si-Sjabstogs: Administration at Your Doorstep conducted at Chuchot Shamma

Leh, November 12–The outreach campaign “Mimangs-Si-Sjabstogs  “Administration at Your Doorstep” was hosted today at the community hall in Chuchot Shamma, bringing multiple departments directly into the community. 

Nodal Officer Deldan Angmo extended a warm welcome to department officials and village residents who actively participated in the event.

The camp featured participation from the Agriculture, Animal & Sheep Husbandry, Health (PHC Chuchot), Agriculture & Horticulture, Education...

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Chief Secretary chairs 5th Governing Council meeting of Ladakh Skill Development Mission

Leh, November 12/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Secretary of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, chaired the 5th Governing Council Meeting of the Ladakh Skill Development Mission (LSDM) at the Civil Secretariat, Leh. The meeting focused on key agenda points aimed at strengthening and expanding the skill development ecosystem in the Union Territory.

During the session, the council discussed and approved several important proposals including the finalization of the Annual Action Plan for FY 2025–26 and the up...

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Two-day training workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation successfully concluded in Leh

Leh, 12 Nov 2025/ VOL News Desk/ A two-day training workshop on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) concluded today with great enthusiasm and active participation from officials of the Planning Development and Monitoring Department (PD&MD). 

The workshop was organised by the Directorate of Economics & Statistics (DES), UT Ladakh, under the Statistical Strengthening (SSS) Sub-Scheme of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The training was conducted in collaboration ...

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Dr. Motup Angmo Honoured with the Prestigious Dr. Sharat Chandra Das Endowment ACOIN Award 2024

Dr. Angmo joined SNM Hospital, Leh, in 2017 and has been an invaluable asset to Ladakh’s health services ever since. From 2018 onwards, she has single-handedly managed the Ophthalmology Department, overseeing both outpatient and inpatient services, performing a wide range of extraocular and intraocular surgeries—including emergency procedures—and administering intravitreal injections for retinal conditions. Her exemplary dedication includes managing ophthalmic emergencies around the clock, b...

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LG Kavinder Gupta Reaffirms Focus on Public Welfare and Inclusive Development in Kargil

Kargil, November 11/ VOL News Desk/ Several delegations from different parts of Kargil today met the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, at Raj Niwas, Kargil.

Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, and Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shri Nitin Yadav, were also present during the meetings.

A delegation comprising Mohd Afzal and Mohd Kazim from the Medical Department met the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor and put forth their requests regarding t...

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Sankoo Campus, GDC Kargil Organises Awareness Programme on Legal Awareness 

Kargil, November 11, 2025: The Sankoo Campus of Government Degree College Kargil, under the aegis of its outreach and extension activities, organized a Legal Awareness Programme today in collaboration with the Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Sankoo.

The event was graced by Madam Deldan Angmo, Munsif Judge, Tehsil Legal Services Sankoo & Principal Magistrate, Juvenile Justice Board Kargil, as the Chief Guest and Key Speaker for the occasion.

In her keynote address, Hon’ble Munsif Judge...

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