Ladakh

Ladakh unrest: LAB to boycott talks with Centre; demands judicial probe into Leh violence

Hours before a scheduled meeting with the Ministry of Home Affairs in New Delhi, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) announced it would not participate in talks with the High-Powered Committee (HPC) until normalcy is restored in violence-hit Leh.

Sep 29, 2025

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

Ladakh's unrest, communal flames, and the electoral smoke screen

Fulfilling 2020 promises enacting the Sixth Schedule, ensuring statehood, and protecting tribal rights while resolving unrest peacefully is not just a moral imperative but a strategic necessity.

Sep 29, 2025

Amid Eerie Silence in Leh, Ladakhi Leaders Reach Delhi for Monday's Preparatory Talks

Amid heightened political tensions following Wednesday's unprecedented violence in Leh and the arrest of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, leaders of agitating groups from Ladakh reached New Delhi on Monday for preliminary talks with the MHA. The discussions aim to finalize issues to be raised during the HPC meeting scheduled for October 6.

Sep 28, 2025

The Ladakh imbroglio: Balancing autonomy and national security

To avert escalation, the government must expedite a transparent Sixth Schedule roadmap, paired with a judicial FCRA review to address violations without targeting activism. Protesters must channel youth energy into structured advocacy, avoiding violence that invites crackdowns.

Sep 27, 2025

Activist Sonam Wangchuk arrested three days after Leh violence

The Leh Police have confirmed that Sonam Wangchuk, against whom multiple FIRs were lodged by police for inciting protesters to violence on September 24, was arrested on Friday.

Sep 26, 2025

Kargil, Leh leaders join forces in hunger strike for statehood; Sonam Wangchuk participates

On the second day of a three-day hunger strike in Kargil, prominent Buddhist leaders and activist Sonam Wangchuk joined hands with the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB), presenting a rare united front for Ladakh's constitutional and political rights.

Aug 11, 2025

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Ladakh, India's solar capital, fails to generate single unit of solar energy in last five years

Despite being dubbed the "solar capital" of India and having an estimated solar power potential of 13 GW, Ladakh has failed to generate even a single unit of solar energy over the past five years.

Jul 24, 2025

"Wheels of Valour" all-women bike expedition reaches Leh; pays tribute to Kargil martyrs, Operation Sindoor

The all-women motorbike expedition 'Wheels of Valour', also known as Shakti Yatra, led by social activist Preeti Choudhary, reached Leh on Tuesday as part of its tribute journey from Jammu to Kargil.

Jul 22, 2025

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

In a major boost to India's air defence capabilities, the Indian Army successfully tested the upgraded Akash Prime missile system in Ladakh, destroying two high-speed unmanned aerial targets at high altitude.

Jul 17, 2025

First-ever April Shutdown of Schools in Ladakh as Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Daily Life

In an unprecedented move, all government and private schools in the Kargil and Leh districts of Ladakh have been closed from April 21 to 23 due to heavy snowfall and worsening weather conditions.

Apr 20, 2025

BRO Reopens Zojila Pass in Record Time; Overcomes Extreme Weather Challenges

The Border Roads Organisation has once again demonstrated its dedication and efficiency by reopening the Zojila Pass in a record 32 days after its closure due to heavy snowfall.

Apr 1, 2025

Omar Abdullah flags security gaps in Jammu amid rising terror attacks

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has acknowledged that the redeployment of Army troops to Ladakh after the 2020 Chinese incursion in Galwan Valley created security vulnerabilities in Jammu, leading to a rise in terror incidents over the past four years.

Mar 30, 2025

J&K to transfer Rs 2,504.46 crore liabilities to Ladakh post-bifurcation

Following the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, the J&K administration is set to transfer financial liabilities amounting to Rs 2,504.46 crore to the Union Territory of Ladakh.

Mar 13, 2025

Leh to host Khelo India Winter Games in Jan 2025

Khelo India Winter Games 2025: Leh and Gulmarg to Host

The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) is set to make a grand return in 2025, with Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh playing host. The games are scheduled to take place between January 23 and February 25, 2025. Ladakh will host the ice events from January 23 to 27, while Jammu & Kashmir will host the snow events from February 22 to 25.

Dec 11, 2024

Sonam Wangchuk, others detained during protest outside Ladakh Bhawan in Delhi

Wangchuk, along with his supporters, marched to Delhi from Leh demanding the resumption of stalled dialogue between agitating groups of Ladakh and the Union Government.

Oct 13, 2024

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk set free, Delhi Police tell HC

The Centre on Thursday told the Delhi High Court that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was detained on September 30 night at the city's Singhu border for violating prohibitory orders, has been released by the Delhi Police.

Oct 3, 2024

India's defense self-reliance gets boost with HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2 [details]

Indian Army and FICCI host HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2, showcasing indigenous drone solutions for high-altitude military operations. Boosting self-reliance and tech advancement.

Sep 18, 2024

Ladakh groups launch Leh to Delhi foot march despite creation of new districts

Led by Sonam Wangchuk, protesters push for statehood and constitutional rights as Centre announces five new districts in Ladakh.

Sep 2, 2024

Move to placate agitating groups: MHA announces creation of five districts in Ladakh

After announcing the creation of five new districts in Ladakh, the Ministry of Home Affairs instructed the UT administration to set up a committee to evaluate various aspects of creating new administrative units.

Aug 26, 2024

Maha to fund laser sound & light show at Kargil War Memorial in Drass

Ahead of the July 26 Silver Jubilee celebrations of the nation's victory in the 1999 Kargil War, the Maharashtra government has decided to finance a laser sound & light show at the iconic Kargil War Memorial (KWM) in Drass, Ladakh, official sources said here on Wednesday.

Jul 24, 2024

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