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 ...

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GDC Khaltse Observes Bhoti Day

Government Degree College, Khaltsi observed Bhoti Day with an academic programme highlighting the importance of language and cultural preservation. The event was hosted by Skarma Otsal (6th Semester student) and began with a welcome address by Assistant Professor Dr Shah Nawaz (Political Science), who emphasized the significance of the occasion.

The keynote speaker, Dr. Tsewang Gyaltsen, a scholar of Buddhist Studies, spoke on the historical contribution of earlier generations in securing rec...

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Chief Secretary reviews Hon’ble LG action tracker status in Leh

Leh, March 30, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting in Leh to assess the progress of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor’s (HLG) Action Tracker. The meeting was attended by all Administrative Secretaries of UT Ladakh, while some officers joined virtually.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary carried out a detailed department-wise review of directives issued under the HLG Action Tracker, covering key se...

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Horticulture Department, UT Ladakh and NCEL Sign MoU to Boost Agricultural Exports

Leh, March 31, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Horticulture Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, and National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote export of Ladakh’s agricultural and allied produce.

The MoU was executed by Mr. Tsewang Punchok, Director of Horticulture, UT Ladakh, and Mr.Unupom Kausik, Managing Director, NCEL, at the World Trade Centre, New Delhi. The Cooperative Department, UT Ladakh, will act as the coordinating agency to f...

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Shaheedi Devas Observed at Rezang La War Memorial under the Banner of 150 Years of “Vande Mataram”

Chushul, Ladakh | March 30/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the nationwide commemorative series marking 150 Years of the National Song “Vande Mataram”, Shaheedi Devas was solemnly observed today at the historic Rezang La War Memorial, Chushul. The programme was organized by the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture & Languages (LAACL) with enthusiastic participation from all sections of society.

A large number of school students from the adjoining villages of Chushul and Changthang, along with members...

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Chief Justice of India Inaugurates New District Court Complex and Ladakh Legal Services Authority Building in Leh

28th March, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, inaugurated the newly constructed District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena and Hon’ble Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

The ceremony was also graced by the presence Hon’ble Justice Sindhu Sharma, Administrative Judge for District Leh, along with ...

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Enterprising Ladakh Wins SKOCH Gold Award for Promoting Entrepreneurship & Youth Empowerment

Leh, March 28, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Enterprising Ladakh initiative, a flagship programme of the Department of Higher Education, UT Administration of Ladakh, implemented in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, has been conferred with the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award for its significant contribution towards promoting entrepreneurship and empowering the youth of Ladakh.

The award recognises the initiative’s impactful work in fostering ...

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Hon’ble Chief Justice of India Interacts with Officers & Soldiers of Fire & Fury Corps at Raina Auditorium, Leh

Leh, 29th March, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Justice of India, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, on 29 March 2026, interacted with the officers and soldiers of Fire and Fury Corps at the Raina Auditorium, Leh, highlighting the vital synergy between the judiciary and the Armed Forces.

The programme was attended by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; Hon’ble Mr. Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh; Hon’ble Mr. Justic...

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CJI Justice Surya Kant Graces Mega Legal Awareness Camp for Tribal Empowerment in Leh

VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, attended a Mega Camp and Awareness Programme on “Empowering Tribals through Legal Services and Defence Civil Action” at Rinchen Auditorium Hall, Leh. The programme was organised by the Ladakh Legal Services Authority in collaboration with 14 Corps of the Army.

The event was graced by the presence of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High ...

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ASMITA League 2026 Concludes Successfully at NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh

Leh, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The ASMITA League 2026 concluded successfully today at the NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh, with an enthusiastic closing ceremony. The event was graced by the Chief Guest, Smt. Sangita Saxena, First Lady, UT Ladakh.

The programme began with the National Song and National Anthem, marking the celebration of 150 years of “Vande Mataram.”

Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, Shri Moses Kunzang, welcomed the Chief Guest by presenting traditional...

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