Srinagar: The Central Government has appointed Amit Sharma as the Director of Census Operations and Civil Registration for the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
According to administrative sources, Amit Sharma, an IAS officer of the 2012 AGMUT cadre, assumed charge on Thursday following his central deputation.
Sources indicate that the appointment is part of preparations for the next phase of the census. This includes updating records, coordinating with district authorit...
Leh, December 5/ VOL News Desk/ The Social & Tribal Welfare Department, UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the State Adoption Resource Agency (SARA) and the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), organized a programme to mark Adoption Awareness Month – November 2025 on 5 December at the District Panchayat Resource Center, Agling Road, Leh.
The event centred on the theme “Non-Institutional Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs,” underscoring the importance of a nurturing family...
Leh, December 5/ VOL News Desk/ A preparatory meeting for the upcoming Matriculation Level Examination conducted by the Ladakh Subordinate Service Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) was jointly chaired by Sh. Sonam Nurboo, JKAS, Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Leh, and Sh. Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Leh, on 5th December, 2025 at the Conference Hall, DC Office, Leh.
The meeting focused on reviewing the arrangements, identifying potential chall...
Leh, December 4/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, inaugurated the Ability Mela 2025 at the Panchayat Resource Centre, Leh, marking the observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025. The event, organised by the District Social Welfare Office (DSWO) in collaboration with PAGIR, Munsel, and Rewa Society, aims to enhance employability, promote dignified livelihoods, and further strengthen Ladakh’s commitment to building an inc...
Leh, December 4/ VOL News Desk/ Ladakh has the potential to emerge as India’s Sea Buckthorn Capital, owing to its vast natural reserves, favourable high-altitude conditions, and its status as the largest sea buckthorn–growing region in the country.
This was stated by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, after inaugurating the Centre of Excellence for Sea Buckthorn at Nimoo today. He said the Centre marks a major leap in scientific farming, processing, and organi...
Kargil, December 04/ VOL News Desk/ The rZamba Trust convened a meeting with Village Education Committees (VECs) of different schools in collaboration with Royal Enfield to review and strengthen the Winter Alternative Learning Program. The event was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, VEC members and the rZamba team headed by CEO Shifa Saldon.
The event began with the welcome address delivered by Shifa Saldon who extended greetings to all the guests and high...
The Chief Education Office, Union Territory of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh has issued an important corrigendum dated 05 December 2025 regarding the winter vacation schedule for all government and private schools in Leh district.According to the corrigendum (No. Misc-1/24658-47), the following revised dates shall now be followed:
Winter vacation in schools across Leh district shall remain closed for Winter Vacation with effect from 11th December 2025 (Thursday).
10th...
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 ...
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,...
Zanskar, December 3/ VOL News Desk/ Government Model Degree College (GMDC), Zanskar, observed World AIDS Day in collaboration with PM SHRI Government Middle School Salapi, Zanskar. The event was held under the supervision of Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Principal, GMDC Zanskar.
The programme was graced by Dr. Angmo, Guest Speaker from CHC Padum; Mr. Stanzin Kunsal, Headmaster, PM SHRI Government Middle School Salapi, VEC members, faculty; and students.
In his address, Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, Pr...
