Jammu,Septmeber 11: China has not occupied even a single inch of Indian land in Ladakh, according to Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Brigadier (Dr) B D Mishra. He made this statement in response to questions from the media during the North Tech Symposium 2023 at IIT Jammu campus.
These questions were related to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s claim that China had taken control of a significant portion of Indian territory in Ladakh. While LG Ladakh did not directly comment on Rahul’s statement,...
Vol Desk, september 06: The residents of Kaltsi in Leh District have expressed their strong opposition to the installation of smart meters in their area, citing concerns over the lack of consultation and consideration by the administration.
Speaking to a local media channel, the Sarpanch of Kaltsi, alleged that the administration had proceeded with the installation of smart meters without seeking input from the local residents. He emphasized that many of the locals in the area have limite...
Leh, Sep 1: The Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, presided over a crucial meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Leh, focusing on the resurgence of the Red Cross Society in Ladakh. The meeting, attended by all relevant officers, underscored the commitment to revitalizing the Red Cross Society in the region.
The Red Cross Society of UT Ladakh is poised to embark on a transformative journey, infused with renewed energy and purpose. With a core em...
“Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves does it
become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone.” – Wendell Berry
Today in this contemporary world education is the only tool to any society to which can be used to
change the world, from cradle to grave we learn a new subject each and every day. Education isn’t
about how well we can read and write; it’s about how well we can interact with and comprehend the
outside world.
A qualit...
Kargil, August 03: Executive Councilor Social Welfare/Horticulture/Handloom/Animal and Sheep Husbandry Departments, LAHDC, Kargil, Aga Syed Mehdi Fazily along with Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil Shrikant Balasaheb Suse today flagged off fresh apricot from Kargil to the national market.
Chief Horticulture Officer Kargil, Ali Raza, other officials and members of Krishak Agritech were present at the flag-off ceremony.
Krishak Agritech, a farmer-centric organization is working wi...
If you’re ready for some adventurous road trips, the Kargil district in Ladakh offers a rich multi-faith history, breathtaking scenery, border views, and heritage sites. Situated equidistantly at 200 km from Leh, the Kashmir valley, and Gilgit-Baltistan, Kargil is the second district of the Union Territory of Ladakh. Its geographical proximity to the Kashmir valley provides a unique blend of lush green fields and snow-capped high mountains. If you’re looking to explore off-the-beaten-path de...
Leh, April 28: The Y20 Pre-Summit commenced today at the Sindhu Sanskriti Auditorium hall in Leh, Ladakh. The event was inaugurated by the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Ladakh, Dr. BD Mishra, in the presence of notable figures such as CEC LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyaltsan, MP Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, and youth delegates from approximately 30 countries.
During his address, the LG highlighted the various initiatives undertaken by the Ladakh Administration in areas like women’s empowermen...
VoL Desk, March 31: The Hon’ble Lt Gov of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Admiral D.K. Joshi, and the Hon’ble Lt Gov of Ladakh, Brig (Dr) B.D. Mishra, recently met in New Delhi to discuss initiatives for promoting national integration through education, sports, tourism, and people-to-people ties.
During the meeting, the Hon’ble Lt Gov of Ladakh proposed reserving two seats each in Andaman & Nicobar Engineering, Medical & Law College for Ladakhi students, and the Hon’ble Lt Gov of Andaman and N...
VoL Desk, March 24: TIME Magazine has recently released its list of “World’s Greatest Places in 2023”, featuring 50 extraordinary destinations to explore. Among these destinations are India’s Mayurbhanj district in Odisha and the Union Territory of Ladakh. Mayurbhanj has been chosen for its endangered black tigers and historic temples, while Ladakh is known for its astonishing alpine landscapes and Tibetan Buddhist culture, as well as its adventures and cuisine.
TIME Magazine’s Senior Edi...
The Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are set to get the Geographical Indications (GI) tag for nine products. “The GI applications of all these products have been filed at the GI Registry in Chennai. The Consultative Group Meeting of all these products has already been successfully held and the products are in the final stage of being granted the tag. The final GI tag is expected soon,” a spokesperson said.
The products in line to obtain the GI tag include the famous Basoh...
