Leh/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today released a set of seven books on Science subjects for UG and PG students, developed under the “BoudhIKS” project of Vidya Bharati Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan (VBUSS) in Jammu.
“BoudhIKS” is a transformative educational initiative of VBUSS aimed at reconnecting youth with the Bharatiya Knowledge Systems (BKS) through structured examinations, cultural integration, and contemporary applications. As part of ...
Leh, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today visited the Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi to review ongoing initiatives for strengthening Pashmina production, safeguarding the indigenous goat breed — the world-famous source of Ladakh’s premium Pashmina fibre and supporting the livelihoods of nomadic communities.
During the visit, District Sheep Husbandry Officer (DSHO) Dr. Tsewang Morup briefed the Lt Governor about the farm’s operation...
Kargil, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The State Level India Skills Competition in Beauty Therapy and Fashion Technology concluded today in Kargil, with Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar IAS, attending the felicitation ceremony held at Government ITI Kargil.
The event was also attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, Principal GDC Kargil, Disket Angmo, Incharge Superintendent ITI Kargil, State Engagement Coordinator- J&K and Ladakh, Ms. Radhika Sharma, and UT ...
Kargil, November 29/ VOL News Desk/ The Information Technology Department of the Union Territory of Ladakh has expressed serious concern over the increasing and excessive use of mobile phones and the internet among young schoolchildren. The department has issued directions to parents and teachers to ensure strict supervision and limited access to digital devices.
According to officials, IT Secretary Shashanka Ala has sent a written communication to the Secretary of School Education, enclosing...
Leh, 27 Nov/ VOL News Desk/ The Secretary, Information Technology Department, UT of Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, chaired a comprehensive review meeting today at the UT Secretariat, Leh, to assess the ongoing progress of the Amended Bharat Net project across the Union Territory.
During the meeting, the Secretary examined the status of the physical survey works currently being undertaken by Sterlite Technologies, in consortium with Dilip Buildcon. She underscored the critical importance of ensuri...
Kargil, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil today hosted the State Level India Skill Competition 2025 in beauty therapy. The event aimed to enhance professional expertise among youth while promoting employability and entrepreneurial opportunities in the beauty and wellness sector.
The programme was graced by Principal GDC Kargil, Disket Angmo, UT Nodal Officer Skill Courses, Higher Education Department UT Ladakh, Dr. Javed Iqbal, and Convenor Skill GDC Kargi...
Leh, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a review meeting to assess Ladakh’s participation in major upcoming national and international tourism events aimed at showcasing the Union Territory’s unique cultural and adventure potential.
At the beginning of the meeting, Administrative Secretary Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, apprised the Lt Governor that tourism stakeholders from across Ladakh have urged the UT Administration to facili...
Leh, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ A delegation from Darchik-Garkon, led by Nominated Councillor Rigzen Gurmet, today called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, to flag several pressing developmental and administrative concerns affecting their region.
Councillor Gurmet highlighted the urgent interventions in the Darchik–Garkon belt, which forms one of the most culturally significant and geographically sensitive areas of Ladakh. He stressed that residents of th...
Leh, 28 Nov/ VOL News Desk/ Secretary, Information Technology Department, UT Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, chaired a meeting today to review the progress and implementation of the 4G saturation project across the Union Territory of Ladakh.
During the meeting, the Secretary conducted a detailed assessment of BSNL’s on-air 4G status, covering Civil, Army, ITBP, and media-on-air sites. She also took stock of the ongoing work on Army OFC routes, the status of tower installations, and the progress of...
Kargil, November 28/ VOL News Desk/ Principal Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil, Diskit Angmo today flagged off the selected candidates for the State Level Graphic Designing Technology Competition.
On the occasion, the UT Nodal Officer for Skill Courses, Higher Education UT Ladakh, instructor and the selected candidates were present.
The Principal along with the Nodal Officer interacted with the participants, encouraged them to showcase their creativity and wished them success fo...
