Ladakh

Ladakh May Get Special Constitutional Safeguards Under Proposed Article 371 Provision

Ladakh may get a sui generis governance model with a directly elected UT-level body and special constitutional safeguards under a proposed Article 371 provision. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra said the model would have legislative, executive and financial powers, while protecting Ladakh's land, natural resources, culture and environment.

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Day after India's UN map remarks, Pakistan provokes again over Jammu and Kashmir

Pakistan's foreign ministry on Monday called India's stance on Jammu and Kashmir "baseless", a day after the Ministry of External Affairs clarified New Delhi's position on a UN resolution over global map representation. The exchange followed India's backing of an African Union-backed UN General Assembly resolution to "rebalance" the world map.

3 days ago

Centre empowers district collectors to grant citizenship under CAA; New rules shift decision-making power

The move is aimed at reducing administrative layers and speeding up the citizenship process, with pending applications also to be transferred to the respective Collectors.

17 days ago

'J&K Important Part Of India..Americans Would Enjoy Coming Here': US Envoy Sergio Gor After Meeting CM Abdullah In Srinagar

Gor met CM Omar Abdullah and said they discussed deepening economic collaboration and creating mutually beneficial opportunities. The visit marks the first by a US envoy to J&K since the abrogation of Article 370

23 days ago

MHA blames climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others for provoking youth to violence in Leh

Leh Violence: Ladakhi Leaders Seek Withdrawal of Cases, Compensation for Victims

Veteran Ladakhi leaders Thupstan Chhewang and Tashi Gyalson met Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and urged the administration to withdraw cases against youth linked to the September 24, 2025, Leh violence. They also sought financial assistance for affected families, early submission of the inquiry report and an early meeting with the Centre on the broader Ladakh issue.

24 days ago

India's First Global Black-necked Crane Festival Draws Tourists, Bird Lovers to Ladakh

India's first-ever Global Black-necked Crane Festival has opened in Ladakh, attracting tourists, bird lovers, conservationists and experts from India and abroad. The August 11–14 festival aims to promote black-necked crane conservation while strengthening ecotourism, local livelihoods and community participation across Changthang.

Aug 12, 2026

World is not fooled by orchestrated spectacles: India lambasts Pakistan over 'Youm-e-Istehsal', bloodshed in PoJK

India, stated Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, categorically rejects the "political absurdity" and futile attempts by Pakistan to observe the so-called Youm-e-Istehsal to spread malicious propaganda against India.

Aug 5, 2026

'There Is No Pakistani Kashmir': India Slams NYT Over PoK Reference, Reaffirms Jammu & Kashmir And Ladakh As Integral Parts

India has objected to The New York Times for referring to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as "Pakistani Kashmir," calling the description misleading. The Indian Embassy in the US reaffirmed that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India and accused Pakistan of illegally occupying the territory.

Jul 30, 2026

Ladakh Gears Up for India's First Black-necked Crane Festival Across Leh, Tso Kar and Hanle

The Union Territory of Ladakh will host India's first-ever Global Black-necked Crane Festival from August 10 to 14 across Leh, Tso Kar and Hanle to promote wildlife conservation, sustainable tourism and community participation. Dedicated to the Black-necked Crane, Ladakh's state bird and the world's only alpine crane, the festival aims to showcase the ecological and cultural significance of the Changthang wetlands.

Jul 26, 2026

No Talks with Pakistan Except on PoJK, Says Rajnath Singh at Kargil Vijay Diwas; Hails Operation Sindoor

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday declared that India would hold no talks with Pakistan except on PoJK, asserting that Operation Sindoor demonstrated the country's resolve to respond decisively to terrorism and cross-border aggression. Addressing the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Dras, Ladakh, he criticised Pakistan for promoting terrorism as state policy, and highlighted the government's commitment to strengthening national security, border infrastructure, and self-reliance in defence production.

Jul 26, 2026

Political Twist in Kargil: NC, BJP Join Hands to Defeat Congress Bid to Oust Akhoon

In a significant political development in Ladakh, the National Conference and the BJP joined forces in the Kargil Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) to help Chairman Dr Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon retain his position, defeating the Congress's bid to unseat him through a no-confidence motion. The passage of the council's budget with the support of 20 councillors highlighted an unlikely political convergence between the two rivals, even as they remain bitter opponents in neighbouring Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 15, 2026

Ladakh Groups Call Bandh Today, Accuse Centre of Backtracking on May 22 Consensus

The Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have called for a complete shutdown across Ladakh on June 23, alleging that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Union Territory administration are delaying the implementation of commitments made during the May 22 meeting in New Delhi.

Jun 23, 2026

Religious Conversion Row Sparks Tension in Ladakh; Eight Detained, Local Christian Community Distances Itself

Tension gripped parts of Ladakh after the Youth Wing of the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) alleged that a group of non-local individuals was involved in religious conversion-related activities in remote areas of the Union Territory. Acting on intelligence inputs, Leh Police detained eight persons and registered an FIR, launching a probe into the alleged operation.

Jun 18, 2026

Historic Push for Pashmina: Ladakh's 'Soft Gold' Gets Dedicated Development Board

In a major initiative to strengthen Ladakh's renowned Pashmina sector, the Union Territory administration has approved the establishment of the Ladakh Pashmina Development Board (LPDB), the country's first dedicated body for the promotion and development of Ladakhi Pashmina.

Jun 17, 2026

Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Blast Turns Ladakh's 70-Year-Old Dream into Reality

In a landmark achievement for India's infrastructure sector, the breakthrough blast at the 13.15-km-long Zojila Tunnel was successfully carried out on Tuesday, connecting the two ends of the strategic tunnel linking Kashmir and Ladakh. Witnessed by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, the milestone was achieved six months ahead of schedule and brings the dream of all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh closer to reality.

Jun 9, 2026

Ladakh Farmers to Benefit as India's First Eco-Friendly Rock Check Dam on River Indus Becomes Operational

Constructed under the 'Sindhu Jal Samriddhi Abhiyan', the innovative dam aims to boost irrigation, strengthen water security, and support sustainable agriculture in Ladakh's remote high-altitude villages.

Jun 3, 2026

"No other country has the locus standi": India rejects China-Pak remarks on Kashmir, reasserts J&K and Ladakh are integral part

The MEA said Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India and rejected references made in the joint statement issued by China and Pakistan.

May 26, 2026

Ladakh talks resume: MHA calls LAB and KDA for Sub-Committee meeting in Delhi on May 22

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has formally invited representatives of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) for a Sub-Committee meeting in New Delhi on May 22, reviving the stalled dialogue process on Ladakh's key demands.

May 19, 2026

Ladakh gets 5 new districts ahead of Amit Shah visit; Centre moves to boost governance

In a major administrative move ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit, the Ladakh administration has approved the creation of five new districts—Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar and Drass—raising the total to seven.

Apr 27, 2026

Zojila avalanche: 7 dead, 5 injured after vehicle hit on Srinagar-Leh Highway

At least seven people were killed and five others injured after a passenger vehicle was struck by a massive avalanche at Zojila Pass on the Srinagar-Leh National Highway. Rescue teams launched a large-scale operation under challenging weather conditions, while authorities placed all agencies on high alert.

Mar 27, 2026

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