LG Ice Hockey Tournament Returns to Kargil for Fifth Edition

Kargil, January 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, in the presence of Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Mr. Ashish Kundra (IAS) today inaugurated the 5th LG Ice Hockey Tournament 2026 here at Ice Hockey Rink, Biamathang, Kargil.

On the occasion, the CEC warmly welcomed the newly appointed Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Mr. Ashish Kundra, and expressed optimism for working in close coordination with LAHDC Kargil for the ov...

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LRLM Kargil Organizes Awareness Programme under National Campaign on Gender Equality

Kargil, December 18/ VOL News Desk/ Ladakh Rural Livelihood Mission (LRLM) organised an event under the National Campaign on Gender Equality today at Syed Mehdi Memorial Hall, Kargil today. The programme was graced by Executive Councillor Aga Syed Mujtaba as the Chief Guest, Additional District Commissioner, Imteeaz Kacho as the Guest of Honour, and Superintendent of Police Kacho Ishtiyaq. Other dignitaries present on the occasion included Chief Medical Officer Kacho Liyakat Ali, District Pa...

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EC Tourism Reviews Progress, Orders Speed-Up of Pending Tourism Projects in Kargil

Kargil, December 03/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Executive Councillor, KDA and Tourism Development Authority, Kacho Mohd Feroz chaired a review meeting today to assess the progress of ongoing works under KDA Kargil. 

The meeting was attended by the Hon’ble Executive Councillor, RDD and ZDA, Er. Punchok Tashi, and the Hon’ble Executive Councillor for Sheep and Animal Husbandry, Aga Syed Mujtaba. Hon’ble Councillors of different constituencies of LAHDC Kargil besides Executive Engineer, KDA and ...

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LSSSSB Conducts Training Session for Invigilators, Superintendents, and Authentication Officials in Kargil

Kargil, December 03/ VOL News Desk/ Ladakh Subordinate Staff Service Selection Board (LSSSSB) successfully conducted a comprehensive Training Session for invigilators, centre superintendents, and authentication officials under the supervision of Secretary LSSSSB, Dr. Zahida Banoo. The session focused on preparing officials for the smooth, fair, and transparent conduct of upcoming LSSSSB examinations.

Also present on the occasion were, Tehsildar Kargil, Ayaz Ahmad; Assistant Director Food,...

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NTPC Senior National Archery Selection Trial 2025 Held at KSC Sports Stadium Biamathang, Kargil

Kargil, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ The Archery Association of UT Ladakh successfully conducted the NTPC Senior National Archery Selection Trial 2025 at the Khree Sultan Cho Sports Stadium, Biamathang, providing a vital platform for archers of Ladakh to compete for selection to the upcoming National Senior Archery Championship in Telangana. The event marked a significant step in promoting competitive archery across the Union Territory.

The programme was attended by Executive Councillor an...

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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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Majalis-e-Aza Held Across Kargil to Commemorate Ayyam-e-Fatimiya

Kargil, November 05/ VOL News Desk/ In observance of Ayyam-e-Fatimiya—the days marking the martyrdom anniversary of the beloved daughter of the Prophet (PBUH), Hazrat Fatima Zahra (SA)—majalis-e-aza (mourning gatherings) were held with great reverence and devotion across Kargil district today.

Central mourning programs were organized by the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust (IKMT), Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Ashariya Kargil, and Zainabia Women Welfare Society. Large congregations of scholars, women,...

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Training Programme on SIR Mapping for BLOs Commences in Kargil

Kargil, November 03/ VOL News Desk/ Training programme for Booth Level Officers of Tai-Suru and Drass Tehsils was successfully conducted at Conference Hall, TFC Kargil.

The inaugural session was inaugurated by Master Trainer Mohd Amin election Assistant who emphasized the critical role of BLOs in maintaining the integrity of the electoral roll and the need for precise SIR mapping to avoid duplication or misallocation of voters.

Officials from the Election Department, Mr Karbalai demons...

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Second Confluence of the Balti Community Held in Kargil, Ladakh

Kargil, November 2/ VOL News Desk/ The Himalayan Cultural Heritage Foundation (HCHF), in collaboration with the Association of Baltis in Himalayan Ladakh and Territories of Indus (ABHLTI), successfully organized the Second Confluence of Balti Culture in Kargil on Sunday. 

This event followed the first edition held in Uttarakhand in 2023, which was highly acclaimed for its success. The theme of this year’s confluence was “Reflecting on the Balti Cultural Heritage: Challenges and New Direct...

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UT Foundation Day celebrated at Kargil

Kargil, October 31/ VOL News Desk/ The District Administration of Kargil celebrated the Union Territory Foundation Day with enthusiasm and patriotic fervour today at Syed Mehdi Auditorium Hall, Kargil. The event began with the National Anthem, followed by a warm welcome to the guests.

The event was graced by Executive Councillor, LAHDC-Kargil, Er. Punchok Tashi, as the Chief Guest, and Senior Superintendent of Police, Kargil, Shree Ram Ragavan (IPS), as the Guest of Honour. Additional Dep...

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