VOL News Desk/ A vibrant fusion of nature, culture, and immersive experiences captivates visitors, reinforcing Kargil’s appeal as a premier spring destination
Kargil, April 15, 2026: As part of the series of ongoing events held across the UT of Ladakh in connection with the Apricot Blossom Festival, 2026 organized by the Department of Tourism, events in Kargil District concluded on a vibrant and celebratory note at Goma Minjee here today.
The event encapsulated the essence of the festi...
Leh, April 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The General Administration Department (GAD), UT Ladakh, convened an interactive session under the chairmanship of Shashi Ranjan Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), at the Grand Dragon, Leh.
The meeting deliberated upon key matters related to Recruitment Rules and promotion policies, with a focus on streamlining administrative procedures and ensuring efficiency in personnel management within the Union Territory.
During the d...
Leh, April 15, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh, Prof. (Dr.) Saket Kushwaha, accompanied by Registrar Shri Nawang Tundup and Assistant Registrar, undertook an official visit to Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Nyoma today to review ongoing agricultural initiatives and interact with scientists, farmers, and local stakeholders.
En route to Nyoma, the Vice Chancellor visited a Model Apple Orchard established under the MIDH project at Nee village. The orc...
Kargil, April 14, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today handed over appointment letters to 200 newly appointed government employees at a Rozgar Mela held at Syed Mehdi Auditorium Hall Kargil.
The HLG congratulated the newly appointed employees on successfully clearing the competitive process. He extended his heartfelt congratulations not only to the selected candidates but also to their families, acknowledging their support, sacrifices, ...
Kargil, April 14/ VOL News Desk/ The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena today attended the renaming ceremony of the District Hospital Kargil, which has been named in honour of late Qamar Ali Akhoon, a respected social worker and public leader who made invaluable contributions to the region.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor extended greetings to public representatives, administrative secretaries, senior officers, doctors, medical staff, technicians, nur...
Kargil, April 12, 2025/ VOL News Desk/ Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today inaugurated the Hajj Orientation and Training Programme for Hajj–2026 (Hijri 1447) at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
The programme, organised by the Hajj Committee Kargil, was conducted for all selected pilgrims from across Kargil district to prepare them for the sacred pilgrimage.
The programme commenced with the recitation of verses from the H...
Kargil, April 12/ VOL News Desk/ The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinay Kumar Saxena, today inaugurated the newly constructed Rural Development Department (RDD) Complex and the District Resource Centre at Kurbathang, along with the Co-Working Space at Kargil.
The RDD Building, constructed at a cost of 19.56 crores, incorporates all key officers under a single roo,f including Directorate, Assistant Commissioner Development, District Panchayat Officer and other...
Kargil, April 12, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ As part of the series of events held across the UT of Ladakh in connection with the ongoing Apricot Blossom Festival, 2026, Tourism Department Kargil curated a range of activities across the picturesque apricot belt of Karkitchoo, Chanigund, Hardass, Handurman, Kharoul, Shilikchey and adjoining villages here today.
Apricot Blossom Festival, 2026 showcasing the celebration of one of nature’s most enchanting season continues to captivate visitors with...
Leh, April 10, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A two-day Trans-Himalayan Urban Climate Conclave, themed “Advancing Climate-Resilient and Net-Zero Pathways for Himalayan Cities,” commenced in Leh.
The conclave is being organised by the Housing and Urban Development Department (HUDD), UT Ladakh, in collaboration with Municipal Committee Leh, Ladakh Ecological Development Group (LEDeG), German Cooperation, and BORDA South Asia.
The conclave aims to enable Himalayan towns to build climate-resilient, ...
Leh, April 10, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The IGNOU Learner Support Centre (LSC) 1203, Eliezer Joldan Memorial College, Leh, proudly announces that Dr. Yangchan Dolma, Coordinator of the Centre, has been conferred with the Best Coordinator Award by Indira Gandhi National Open University, Regional Centre Srinagar.
The prestigious recognition has been awarded in appreciation of her exemplary leadership, dedication, and outstanding contributions towards strengthening learner support services and p...
