Two-Day Trans-Himalayan Urban Climate Conclave Begins in Leh

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, ...

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LG Vinai Kumar Directs July 2026 Completion of New ₹640-Crore Terminal at Leh’s KBR Airport to Boost Tourism

Leh, April 9/ VOL News Desk/ Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today visited the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport to review the progress of the upcoming New Terminal Building being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹640 crore.

The Lieutenant Governor reviewed the facilities at the New Terminal Building, including baggage carousels, waiting lounge, public amenities and the parking space. 

The Lieutenant Governor was informed that the state-o...

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Chief Justice of India Inaugurates New District Court Complex and Ladakh Legal Services Authority Building in Leh

28th March, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, inaugurated the newly constructed District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena and Hon’ble Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

The ceremony was also graced by the presence Hon’ble Justice Sindhu Sharma, Administrative Judge for District Leh, along with ...

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ASMITA League 2026 Concludes Successfully at NDS Ice Hockey Stadium, Leh

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...

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District Election Officer Leh Chairs Preparatory Meeting for Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Roll

Leh, 2nd March 2026/ VOL News Desk/ In pursuance of directions issued by the Election Commission of India, a meeting on preparatory arrangements for the forthcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll was chaired by the District Election Officer/Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Romil Singh Donk, IAS, on 2nd March 2026 at the VC Room, DC Office, Leh.

The meeting was attended by Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs)/Tehsildars,...

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Chief Secretary inaugurates 3rd Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League in Leh

Leh, 29 January 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today attended the opening ceremony of the 3rd edition of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League at the NDS Ice Hockey Rink, Leh.

The league was formally inaugurated with a ceremonial puck drop led by the Chief Secretary, Shri Ashish Kundra, along with other senior officials, marking the official commencement of the tournament. 

The event witnessed the presence of players, organi...

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8th Death Anniversary of Late Dr. Sonam Dawa Lonpo Observed at Memorial Park, Diskit Tsal

Leh, January 29/ VOL News Desk/ The 8th Death Anniversary of Late Dr. Sonam Dawa Lonpo, Former Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, was solemnly observed today at Dr. Sonam Dawa Lonpo Memorial Park, Diskit Tsal (Housing Colony).

The programme was organised with deep reverence and respect, commemorating the invaluable contributions of the late leader towards the social, political and developmental progress of Ladakh. The ceremony began with the lighting of butter lamps by the Chief Guest, His Eminence...

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Chief Electoral Officer Conducts Quarterly Inspection of EVM/VVPAT Warehouse in Leh

Leh, December 15/ VOL News Desk/ The quarterly inspection of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) and VVPAT warehouse of Leh district was conducted today at the Sindhu Sanskriti Kendra.

The inspection was carried out under the supervision of the Chief Electoral Officer, Leh, Rahul Sharma, IAS, along with Nodal officer of EVM Leh , Sonam Chosjor (JKAS) and Deputy district election officers Padma Angmo (JKAS). Representatives of various political parties from BJP , Congress and AAP were also...

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Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal inspects key development projects in Leh

Leh, December 08/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, conducted a series of visits to various developmental sites in Leh to review the ongoing progress of major infrastructure works.

The Chief Secretary first visited the newly constructed UT Secretariat Building, Leh, where he assessed the progress of works and directed the executing agency to expedite the remaining tasks while maintaining high quality standards. He further instructed the agency to ensure that ...

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Assam Statehood Day celebrated at Lok Niwas Leh

Leh, December 2/ VOL News Desk/ Assam Statehood Day, also known as Asom Divas, was celebrated at Lok Niwas, Leh, as part of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat initiative led by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. This programme celebrates India’s unity in diversity by showcasing its rich cultures, languages, and traditions while fostering unity and brotherhood among people from different cultural backgrounds.

Assam’s rich history is marked by the Ahom dynasty and the profound impact of...

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