Leh, March 28, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Enterprising Ladakh initiative, a flagship programme of the Department of Higher Education, UT Administration of Ladakh, implemented in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, has been conferred with the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award for its significant contribution towards promoting entrepreneurship and empowering the youth of Ladakh.
The award recognises the initiative’s impactful work in fostering ...
Leh, 29th March, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Chief Justice of India, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Kant, on 29 March 2026, interacted with the officers and soldiers of Fire and Fury Corps at the Raina Auditorium, Leh, highlighting the vital synergy between the judiciary and the Armed Forces.
The programme was attended by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; Hon’ble Mr. Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh; Hon’ble Mr. Justic...
VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, attended a Mega Camp and Awareness Programme on “Empowering Tribals through Legal Services and Defence Civil Action” at Rinchen Auditorium Hall, Leh. The programme was organised by the Ladakh Legal Services Authority in collaboration with 14 Corps of the Army.
The event was graced by the presence of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High ...
Zanskar, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A lecture series on “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and National Integration” was successfully inaugurated today at Government Degree College Zanskar under the supervision of the Principal, Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, who delivered the opening remarks, highlighting the importance of such academic initiatives in promoting awareness about national unity.
The lecture series is being coordinated by Dr. Zaffer Iqbal, Assistant Professor (Education).This academic ini...
Leh, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The ASMITA League 2026 concluded successfully today at the NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh, with an enthusiastic closing ceremony. The event was graced by the Chief Guest, Smt. Sangita Saxena, First Lady, UT Ladakh.
The programme began with the National Song and National Anthem, marking the celebration of 150 years of “Vande Mataram.”
Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, Shri Moses Kunzang, welcomed the Chief Guest by presenting traditional...
Leh, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ World Theatre Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Lotsava Auditorium, Leh, organised by the Ladakh Theatre Organization (LTO) in collaboration with the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (LAACL), Leh.
The event brought together theatre practitioners, cultural enthusiasts, artists, and members of the public to mark the importance of theatre as a vibrant medium of artistic expression, social reflection, and cultural preservation.
President,...
Zanskar, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The 5th Edition of the Zanskar Winter Sports and Tourism Festival 2026 concluded today at the Sports Stadium, Zanskar. Hon’ble Councillor, Karsha Constituency, Mr. Stanzin Jigmath, attended as the Chief Guest. Tehsildar Zanskar, Mr. Mohd Hassan, was the Guest of Honour, while Station House Officer, Inspector Nurboo Lonpo, attended as the Special Guest.
On the second day of the Zanskar Winter Sports & Tourism Festival, various activities were conduct...
Leh, March 27/ VOL News Desk/ In a significant decision aimed at honouring the exemplary public service and preserving the legacy of a distinguished leader, the Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, has directed that the District Hospital Kargil be named after late Qamar Ali Akhoon.
The decision has been taken by the UT Administration of Ladakh in recognition of the exceptional and enduring contributions of late Shri Qamar Ali Akhoon to public service and politics. Th...
Kargil, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A meeting of the District Consultative Committee/District Level Review Committee (DCC/DLRC) was successfully held today at the Conference Hall Baroo under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil.
The meeting reviewed the performance of banks and line departments for the quarter ending December 2025. Detailed discussions were held on key sectors including agriculture, horticulture, self-employment schemes, and financial inclusion...
Leh, March 27, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A one-day seminar on disaster management titled “Resilient Himalayas: Assessing GLOFs, Cloudbursts and Water Hazards for Enhanced Disaster Emergency Preparedness” was successfully conducted in Leh today.
The seminar brought together experts, administrators, scientists, and stakeholders to deliberate on hazard assessment, early warning systems, capacity building, and climate resilience strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the Himalayan region....
