How the Indian shawl is reinventing itself Explore India's rich textile heritage with traditional shawls & stoles from Kashmir, Ladakh & Gujarat, crafted by artisans with love & passion. The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023
Article 370 | Supreme Court’s order won’t affect our position on Ladakh, says China China: Ladakh has "always belonged" to them; India's SC verdict on abrogation of Art. 370 won't change this. Pakistan, OIC criticised SC verdict; MEA rejected OIC's statement. MEA yet to comment on China's remarks. The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023
‘SC verdict on Article 370 has strengthened the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi writes in The Hindu on Supreme Court historic judgment on abrogation of Article 370 and 35A The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023
SC verdict on Article 370 — Over 12,000 panchayat seats vacant in J&K since 2018 Supreme Court orders ECI to hold J&K Assembly elections by Sept '20; 700+ panchayats with 12,000 seats remain vacant since Dec '18; government evasive on commitment to conduct polls; SC upholds UT status for Ladakh; civil society groups in Ladakh to discuss SC order. SC orders ECI to hold J&K… The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023
Mehbooba Mufti claims she has been put under house arrest, L-G refutes Article 370 verdict: Jammu and Kashmir remains under a tight security cover ahead of the final verdict on the Centre’s move to dilute Article 370, ending the seven decades of special status, and split the erstwhile State into two Union Territories (UTs) of J&K and Ladakh in 2019. The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023
Ladakh introduced new technology to cultivate vegetables in harsh conditions: MHA informs Rajya Sabha Ladakh introduces "Ladakh Green House" tech to cultivate veg. in controlled conditions throughout year. Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai shared that 1,875 units of greenhouses have been constructed at ₹43.78 crore to grow veg. The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023
In meet with Home Ministry officials, Ladakh leaders raise several demands Civil society leaders from Ladakh raised several issues at the first structured meeting, at least since 2020, with officials from the Union Home Ministry The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Earthquake of magnitude 3.4 strikes Ladakh An earthquake of magnitude 3.4 on the Richter scale struck Ladakh on December 2. The tremors were felt in the region at 8.25 a.m., according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The epicentre was located at a latitude of 35.44 and a longitude of 77.36, with a depth of… The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023
Centre agrees to examine measures to ensure ‘constitutional safeguards’ for Ladakh The key detail is mentioned in an order issued by the MHA on Thursday to re-constitute a high powered committee (HPC) for the UT of Ladakh. The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023
IIA astronomers photograph Comet P12/Pons-Brooks IIA astronomers used HCT in Hanle, Ladakh to photograph Comet P12/Pons-Brooks. It has attracted attention due to its outbursts of gas & dust, and will become brighter in the coming months. It may even become a naked eye comet. It will pass closest to the Sun in April 2024 &… The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023
Union Home Ministry invites civil society leaders from Leh and Kargil for talks This time, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have chosen seven members each from their respective regions to present their demands before the Centre. The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023
Eka’s just launched flagship store in Delhi resembles an art gallery with sculptures, antiques and garments in shades of the earth Eka launches its flagship store in Delhi’s Lodhi Market with a collection inspired by Ladakh The Hindu · Nov 21, 2023
J&K High Court grants bail to editor Fahad Shah in terror conspiracy case The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed several charges including that of terror conspiracy against an editor of a news portal. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Nov 18, 2023
Ladakh natives not enthused by plans to deregulate land Ladakh's UT admin. has framed a public industrial land allotment policy to draw investments, but it is opposed by several groups. 70% of land is reserved for Micro & Small enterprises & 30% for Medium & Large investors. The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Northern Army Commander reviews operational and security preparedness along the LAC Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited Ladakh to review operational and security preparedness along the LAC. He lauded troops for their tenacity and dedication in challenging terrain and harsh weather. He praised Indian Army, ITBP and GREF for their efforts in maintaining highest standards of operational effectiveness.
The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023 Ladakh’s Sindhu River exists in spiritual consciousness of all Indians: President Murmu The President said the people of this region were known for bravery and their faith in Buddha.
The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023 President Murmu attends 4th Ladakh UT Foundation Day in Leh The President attended the fourth Ladakh Union Territory Foundation Day at Sindhu Sanskriti Kendra in Leh.
The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023 Ladakh, J&K foundation day celebrated at Raj Bhavan in A.P. Raj Bhavan officials organised foundation day celebrations of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir, under 'Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat' programme. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer said it aims to foster strong relationship and mutual understanding between different States and UTs. Students from VIT University and Ladakh performed traditional songs and dances. Governor…
The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023 Are driving holidays India’s next big travel trend? A pit stop at Ladakh’s Pangong Tso or a plate of picadillo in Havana? More Indians are now taking driving holidays to experience luxury automobiles, regional cuisines and the joys of slow travel
The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023 Police Commemoration Day Observed at T.N. Police Headquarters in Chennai On Oct 21, Police Commemoration Day, DGP & HoPF Shankar Jiwal, senior police officers, defence heads & retired officers paid tributes to police personnel who died in line of duty. A gun salute & two-minute silence were observed. Jiwal recalled the 1959 incident & said they remember & express gratitude…
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 NC, Cong. to rotate CEC post in Kargil hill council; Dr. Akhoon’s name proposed for first term The National Conference and Congress agreed to rotate the post of the Chief Executive Councillor in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi appointed India's ambassador to UN in Geneva It is learnt that around four senior diplomats, including joint secretary (G20) Nagaraj Naidu Kakanur and high commissioner to Mauritius K. Nandini Singla are being considered for the post of MEA spokesperson.
The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023 A message from Ladakh The recent elections to one of the twin hill councils of Leh and Kargil, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil (LAHDC-K), only brought to the fore a political barcode that needs closer scrutiny for clarity.
The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023 India, China agree to maintain momentum of ‘dialogue and negotiations’ The 20th round of corps commander-level India-China talks at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point on the Indian side failed to make any headway to end the stand-off along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.
The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023 Local sentiments: On the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil election The larger message sent by the voters in Kargil is that the final status of Ladakh remains an emotive issue