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  Sonam Wangchuk detained again, indefinite fast continues: Protestors demand rights on Gandhi Jayanti

  India | October 02, 2024 11:19 IST

  On Gandhi Jayanti, Wangchuk continues an indefinite fast demanding Ladakh’s statehood and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule, as protestors call for justice and their democratic rights.

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  Plea filed in Delhi HC against detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk

  India | October 01, 2024 15:46 IST

  The development comes after Wangchuk and several others were detained at the Delhi border while marching to the capital to demand Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh.

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  After Sonam Wangchuk, Ladakh MP Haji Hanifa Jan detained, Opposition rallies support for activist

  India | October 01, 2024 11:37 IST

  The padyatra led by Leh Apex Body which, along with the Kargil Democratic Alliance held to press the demand for statehood for Ladakh, its inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, early recruitment process along with a public service commission for Ladakh, and separate Lok Sabha seats.

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  Ladakh: KDA, Leh Apex Body call for UT Bandh after activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention

  India | October 01, 2024 9:42 IST

  Sonam Wangchuk was on the 'Delhi Chalo Padyatra', which was organised by the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) regarding their demands for the Sixth Schedule.

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  7,000 km-long car rally from Ladakh to Arunachal to mark Air Force's 92nd anniversary | DETAILS

  India | September 29, 2024 7:09 IST

  Indian Air Force anniversary: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead a warm send-off from the National War Memorial, New Delhi before the formal flag-off.

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  Differences with India on border issue reduced, some consensus reached in disengagement: China

  World | September 26, 2024 23:50 IST

  Although the Chinese military didn’t comment on the progress of the disengagement from the remaining areas including Depsang and Demchok but said both sides will continue to consolidate the outcomes.

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  Centre to create 5 new districts in Ladakh, Home Minister Amit Shah makes big announcement

  Jammu and Kashmir | August 26, 2024 12:42 IST

  Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections 2024: Amit Shah stated that the Ministry of Home Affairs took the decision to create 5 districts in Ladakh, and now the new districts will take the benefits provided by the government to the people’s doorstep.

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  ED conducts first raid in Leh Ladakh region in fake cryptocurrency business case

  India | August 02, 2024 12:26 IST

  The search operation is related to a fake cryptocurrency business in which the promoters of the business allegedly scammed investors of their money.

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  India, China hold diplomatic talks on Ladakh, MEA says 'both sides agreed on upholding peace'

  World | August 01, 2024 0:00 IST

  The discussions took place in Delhi within the framework of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC). According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), both parties assessed the present situation along the LAC.

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  Sonam Wangchuk to hold 28-day fast on statehood demand for Ladakh, says 'govt withdrew its promise'

  India | July 28, 2024 20:29 IST

  Climate activist Soman Wangchuk is set to start a 28-day fast from August 15, when the country will celebrate its 78th Independence Day. Earlier in March, he held a fast for 21 days demanding statehood and other rights for Ladakh.

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  PM Modi conducts 'first blast' of Shinkun La tunnel: A gamechanger for Ladakh connectivity | WATCH

  India | July 26, 2024 12:19 IST

  The tunnel is expected to streamline the transportation of heavy machinery to strategic locations such as Kargil, Siachen, and the Line of Control (LOC), reducing travel distances by approximately 100 km. It is anticipated to be the shortest route to the border areas of Ladakh.

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  PM Modi to attend 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas in Ladakh: Official

  India | July 22, 2024 0:10 IST

  This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Kargil war in which India defeated Pakistan in 1999. PM Modi will participate in the grand 'Rajat Jayanti' celebrations in Drass.

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  Ladakh: Five Army personnel killed in flash flood near Line of Actual Control

  India | June 29, 2024 12:46 IST

  The defence officials confirmed that there were five soldiers in the tank at the time of the incident including one JCO and 4 Jawans.

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  Indian armed forces celebrate Yoga Day in Leh, Ladakh and Sikkim | Watch

  India | June 21, 2024 14:39 IST

  This year’s theme "Yoga for Self and Society" highlights the dual role in fostering individual and societal well-being. The event will encourage grassroots participation and the spread of yoga in rural areas.

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  DRDO to test shoulder-fired air defence missiles at high altitudes, know all about it

  India | June 17, 2024 7:48 IST

  The Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) systems are designed to counter aerial threats such as drones, fighter aircraft, and helicopters. This effort addresses the Indian forces' shortage of updated VSHORAD missiles.

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  Ladakh Lok Sabha elections results: Independent candidate Mohmad Haneefa wins

  Jammu and Kashmir | June 04, 2024 18:32 IST

  Ladakh Lok Sabha elections results: The BJP won the seat in the 2014 general elections and retained it in 2019. The Congress has won the seat the maximum number of times — six.

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  J-K: Kargil unit of National Conference submits mass resignation citing high command's pressure

  Jammu and Kashmir | May 06, 2024 22:32 IST

  In their mass resignation letter, the NC leaders have registered their dissatisfaction with the party high command's directives, stating that they were being pressured to act against the interests of the people of Ladakh.

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  Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress nominates Tsering Namgyal for Ladakh seat

  India | May 03, 2024 0:00 IST

  The Congress party's nomination of Tsering Namgyal for the Ladakh constituency signals its determination to contest strongly in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. This move follows NC's unexpected decision to nominate Haji Hanifa Jan as their joint candidate with Congress.

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  Ladakh: Leh-Manali National Highway reopens after 5 months

  India | April 24, 2024 13:54 IST

  "The entire snow clearance operation was executed by 111 Road Construction Company (RCC) and 753 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) under Project HIMANK of BRO, in Ladakh region and 70 RCC and 38 BRTF under Project Deepak in Himachal Pradesh," the BRO spokesperson said.

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  BJP drops sitting Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, fields Tashi Gyalson

  India | April 23, 2024 16:13 IST

  Ladakh will vote in the fifth phase on May 20. While the BJP has announced its candidate, the Congress is yet to announce its challenger. In 2019, the saffron party claimed the election on Ladakh seat.