Ladakh

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.

27 days ago

Khardung La tunnel delayed: BRO cites lack of funds from Ladakh UT, plans defence budget execution

The Border Roads Organisation has blamed the Ladakh UT administration for delays in the strategically important Khardung La tunnel project, citing a lack of funding despite completion of the DPR. The BRO informed a parliamentary panel that it will now take up the project through the defence budget.

Mar 24, 2026

Vinai Kumar Saxena sworn in as 4th Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, promises people-centric development

Vinai Kumar Saxena, on Friday, took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and assured residents that his administration would work to fulfil the aspirations of the people. After the ceremony at the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar, Saxena emphasised sustainable development, tourism promotion, and grassroots engagement to address the challenges of the region.

Mar 14, 2026

Leh apex body to resume agitation on March 12; protests planned ahead of new Ladakh LG's oath

The Leh Apex Body has announced that it will resume its agitation with protest demonstrations across Leh on March 12 to press for key demands, including statehood, inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India, and separate Lok Sabha seats for Leh and Kargil.

Mar 11, 2026

New Ladakh LG Saxena Faces Twin Tasks: Reviving Dialogue, Conducting LAHDC Leh Elections

Newly appointed Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena faces crucial tasks, including taking forward the stalled dialogue between the Centre and Ladakhi groups seeking constitutional safeguards and conducting the long-pending elections to the LAHDC, Leh. Saxena succeeds Kavinder Gupta, who has been appointed Governor of Himachal Pradesh.

Mar 7, 2026

Teen skaters Aarush Tiwari from Delhi, Hiya Adlakha from Haryana shine at Khelo India Winter Games in Leh

Fourteen-year-old figure skaters Aarush Tiwari of Delhi and Hiya Adlakha of Haryana have emerged as promising talents at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, winning medals in the novice categories.

Jan 23, 2026

Haryana wins big at Khelo India Winter Games; bags two golds in figure skating

Haryana dominated the second day of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, clinching two gold medals in figure skating as the sport made its debut at the event. Ladakh thrilled home crowds by defeating ITBP 3–1 in an action-packed ice hockey encounter, while Haryana moved to the top of the medal standings.

Jan 22, 2026

MHA Calls LAB, KDA for Fresh Talks on Ladakh Demands on February 4

Ending weeks of speculation, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has convened a fresh round of talks with Ladakh's agitating groups, including the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, on February 4 in New Delhi.

Jan 17, 2026

'Battle of Galwan' teaser out: Salman Khan dons fierce soldier avatar, takes on Chinese troops at LAC

In the teaser Salman Khan appears in one of his most commanding avatars, as he embodies an Indian Army officer with restrained ferocity and quiet authority. In the teaser, he can be seen in a weathered look, controlled aggression, and piercing silence speak louder than words, especially in the final moments where his unflinching gaze locks directly with the viewer, leaving a lasting impact.

Dec 27, 2025

LBA infighting intensifies; Kargil unit objects "unconstitutional removal" of vice president

Internal divisions within the Ladakh Buddhist Association have intensified, with its Kargil branch accusing the apex body in Leh of discriminatory and unilateral functioning. The Kargil unit has objected to the removal of vice president Kunzes Dolma, calling the move unconstitutional and illegal.

Dec 19, 2025

Statehood to sixth schedule: Ladakh's 29-page demand charter submitted to MHA

Responding to a Home Ministry directive, Ladakh's apex bodies have submitted a detailed charter seeking full statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and protection under Article 371.

Nov 18, 2025

Uncertainty looms over LAHDC-Leh polls as administration hands council powers to DC

The Ladakh administration has transferred all powers of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, to Deputy Commissioner Romil Singh Donk after the five-year term of the elected body expired on Friday. The move has triggered uncertainty over the conduct of fresh elections.

Nov 2, 2025

Normalcy returns to Ladakh month after unprecedented violence; stalled dialogue resumes

A month after the September 24 violence that claimed four lives and left 90 injured, Ladakh has returned to normalcy with the Union Government announcing a judicial probe and resuming dialogue with regional groups.

Oct 24, 2025

Agitating Ladakh Groups to resume talks with Centre after judicial probe announcement

The judicial inquiry ordered by the Union Government into the September 24 Leh violence has paved the way for the resumption of dialogue between Ladakh's agitating groups and the Centre.

Oct 20, 2025

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

Following the lifting of restrictions in Leh, Ladakh's agitating groups have announced region-wide silent peace marches and a blackout on October 18 to protest alleged excesses during the September 24 violence.

Oct 17, 2025

Ladakh groups' veiled warning to Centre, demand action to resume dialogue

Agitating groups of Ladakh have issued a warning to the Union Government over stalled dialogue following the September 24 incident. They demanded a judicial inquiry, release of all detainees, compensation for victims, and talks focused on the Sixth Schedule and statehood.

Oct 15, 2025

Thaw in Ladakh stalemate: First positive talks held between UT administration, civil society after Sept 24 violence

In a major breakthrough towards restoring peace in the tense Union Territory of Ladakh, the UT administration and representatives of the civil society of Leh on Thursday held their first meaningful dialogue since the September 24 violence that claimed four lives.

Oct 10, 2025

Malicious propaganda: Another deepfake targets Ladakh officials, falsely claims arrest of Sonam Wangchuk

Within hours of the Leh Police filing an FIR over a deepfake video of the DGP Ladakh, another fabricated clip went viral on social media, this time falsely showing ADC Leh Ghulam Mohammad claiming climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was arrested on the orders of the Union Home Ministry.

Oct 3, 2025

Leh police registers FIR over deepfake video of Ladakh DGP; search for culprits underway

Leh Police on Thursday registered an FIR after a deepfake video of Ladakh DGP SD Singh Jamwal went viral on social media, falsely suggesting that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was arrested on the defence minister's instructions.

Oct 2, 2025

Sonam Wangchuk's wife appeals to president, PM, home minister for his release

A day after rejecting the allegations of the authorities, Dr. Gitanjali J. Angmo, wife of jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, appealed to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Home Minister Amit Shah for his unconditional release

Oct 2, 2025