Ladakh: News

01 Nov 2024

Gaganyaan

ISRO's Mars simulation mission begins in Ladakh: Know its significance

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched its first-ever "analog space mission" in Leh and Ladakh.

01 Nov 2024

Indian Army

India, China resume patrolling along LAC after 4 years

After more than four years, Indian and Chinese troops have resumed patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.

31 Oct 2024

Diwali

Indian, Chinese troops exchange sweets at LAC on Diwali

Indian and Chinese soldiers deployed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) celebrated Diwali by exchanging sweets at multiple border points on Thursday.

30 Oct 2024

China

After LAC disengagement, India's tri-services exercise in eastern sector

India is preparing for a major tri-services military exercise, named "Poorvi Prahaar," in the eastern sector.

25 Oct 2024

China

India, China begin LAC disengagement, remove temporary tents 

India and China have started disengaging troops at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, CNN-News18 quoted sources as saying.

24 Oct 2024

China

'Consensus on patrolling...grazing': What Rajnath said on India-China border agreement 

India and China agreed this week to disengage troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, bringing an end to the 54-month-long military standoff that started with Chinese incursions in April 2020.

23 Oct 2024

Beijing

Modi, Xi Jinping hold 1st formal talk in 5 years 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first formal talks in five years on Wednesday.

13 Oct 2024

Delhi Police

Sonam Wangchuk, 20 others detained for protesting outside Ladakh Bhavan

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and around 20 other protesters were detained by the Delhi Police on Sunday.

07 Oct 2024

Article 370

ECI begins counting of votes for Haryana, J&K election

The counting of votes for the recently concluded assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir began on Tuesday.

03 Oct 2024

Rahul Gandhi

Sonam Wangchuk released, says meeting with PM or President soon

Ladakh climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released on Wednesday after nearly 36 hours in detention.

01 Oct 2024

Atishi

'Stopped from meeting Sonam Wangchuk': Atishi

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Tuesday claimed that she was stopped outside the Bawana Police Station and was not allowed to meet Sonam Wangchuk when she was heading to meet the climate activist demanding autonomy for Ladakh.

25 Sep 2024

China

After confusion over '75% India-China border dispute sorted,' Jaishankar's clarification 

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has clarified his recent statement on the India-China border dispute, stating that the "75% progress" he mentioned referred only to troop disengagement in eastern Ladakh.

19 Sep 2024

Article 370

Pakistan happy over Congress-NC manifesto, showing support: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday criticized the Congress-National Conference (NC) alliance in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that Pakistan is pleased with their manifesto for the Assembly election.

14 Sep 2024

Ajit Doval

China announces troop disengagement at 4 border points, including Galwan

China announced on Friday that it has disengaged its troops from four locations in eastern Ladakh, including the Galwan Valley.

13 Sep 2024

Ajit Doval

75% of disengagement problems with China sorted out: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has stated that approximately 75% of the "disengagement problems" between India and China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh have been resolved.

28 Aug 2024

Don

Farhan Akhtar is secretly shooting for this film in Ladakh!

Actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar created a buzz on social media on Wednesday by sharing a glimpse of his upcoming project, which is being shot in the picturesque region of Ladakh.

26 Aug 2024

Amit Shah

Home Ministry announces five new districts in Ladakh 

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the formation of five new districts in the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh.

ED seizes ₹1cr in crypto scam raids across north India

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has confiscated ₹1 crore in cash and several incriminating documents, during raids against a fraudulent cryptocurrency firm.

02 Aug 2024

Arunachal Pradesh

300 families evacuated in Sikkim as land sinks toward river 

Nearly 300 families were forced to evacuate from the Mangan district in Sikkim after multiple buildings collapsed due to land subsidence toward the Teesta River, PTI reported on Friday.

30 Jul 2024

China

Images show Chinese bridge across Pangong Lake in use

China has successfully completed the construction of a 400-meter bridge across Pangong Lake, according to high-resolution satellite images accessed by NDTV on July 22.

26 Jul 2024

Himachal Pradesh

All about world's highest tunnel Shikun La that Modi inaugurated

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually carried out the first blast of the Shinkun La Tunnel project on Kargil Vijay Diwas on Friday.

26 Jul 2024

Arunachal Pradesh

India, China agree to expedite troop withdrawal from disputed border

India and China have pledged to urgently initiate the withdrawal of their respective troops stationed along the disputed border known as the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

26 Jul 2024

Indian Army

Explained: How India conquered Kargil's harsh conditions in 1999

On July 26, 1999, India celebrated victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War.

25 Jul 2024

Jammu And Kashmir

US advises Americans in India not to visit these states

The United States Department of State has revised its travel advisory for American citizens in India, as per an announcement made on Tuesday.

04 Jul 2024

China

Jaishankar discusses border issues with Chinese counterpart at SCO summit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, on Thursday.

29 Jun 2024

Indian Army

Ladakh: 5 soldiers inside tank killed in flash flood

Five Indian Army personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), died after the tank they were traveling in was swept away due to flash floods early Saturday.

21 Jun 2024

Indian Navy

Indian Army personnel mark International Yoga Day on mountains, warships

The 10th International Day of Yoga witnessed distinctive celebrations across India, with the country's armed forces performing yoga in various locations, including mountains, glaciers, and warships.

06 Jun 2024

Arunachal Pradesh

IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for NE states, others 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states over the next five days due to multiple cyclonic circulations and a Western Disturbance.

29 May 2024

Mani Shankar Aiyar

Chinese 'allegedly invaded' India in 1962: Mani Shankar sparks row

Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has sparked a new political controversy by saying that China "allegedly invaded" India in 1962.

04 Apr 2024

Indian Air Force

IAF Apache chopper damaged during emergency landing in Ladakh

An Apache helicopter of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained damage during an unplanned landing in Ladakh on Wednesday, ANI reported.

28 Mar 2024

China

India and China hold fresh diplomatic talks amid border tensions

The 29th round of talks on India-China border affairs took place in Beijing on Wednesday, a Ministry of External Affairs readout said on Thursday.

26 Mar 2024

Bollywood

Prakash Raj extends solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk's fast on birthday

Esteemed actor Prakash Raj opted for a unique celebration on his 59th birthday. Eschewing traditional festivities, he chose to stand with Sonam Wangchuk, the respected engineer and education reformer from Ladakh.

24 Mar 2024

Jammu And Kashmir

Pakistan 'seriously' looking to restore trade ties with India: Minister

Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar, on Saturday (local time) said the country was "seriously" considering re-establishing trade relations with India, which had been suspended since August 2019, Geo News reported.

20 Mar 2024

Indian Government

Why climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on 'fast unto death'

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on a fast unto death in freezing temperatures in Leh, Ladakh.

21 Feb 2024

Travel And Tourism

Ladakh hosts world's highest frozen lake marathon

The "world's highest frozen lake marathon" known as Ladakh's Pangong Lake marathon occurred on Tuesday, drawing approximately 120 runners from seven countries, in categories 21 km and 10 km.

31 Jan 2024

Leh

Khelo India Winter Games 2024: Snow leopard mascot unveiled

The mascot and logo for the upcoming Khelo India Winter Games were officially unveiled recently.

25 Jan 2024

Ayodhya

National Tourism Day: Top 5 must-visit places in India

National Tourism Day is observed annually on January 25 promoting public awareness of the significance of tourism to the nation's economy.

18 Jan 2024

China

India could ease China investment curbs if border standoff eases

India has hinted at relaxing its strict scrutiny of Chinese investments if the border between the two nations remains peaceful.

12 Jan 2024

Travel And Tourism

Ladakh among NYT's top 52 places to go in 2024

Annually, The New York Times curates a list of 52 destinations deemed worthy of exploration.

SC upholds Article 370 abrogation; J&K elections by September 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld Article 370's abrogation by the Centre in August 2019 as Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud noted it was a temporary provision.

02 Dec 2023

Bangladesh

5.6 magnitude earthquake rocks Bangladesh, tremors felt in Kolkata

An earthquake of 5.6 magnitude rocked numerous parts of Bangladesh on Saturday morning. The quake's epicenter was located nearly 48 kilometers southwest of Comilla.

23 Nov 2023

Climate Change

Ladakh's daring answer to climate chaos captivates the world

On a fateful night in Ladakh on August 5, 2010, an unexpected deluge shattered the region's calm, defying its historical shelter from the towering Greater Himalayas' monsoons.

16 Nov 2023

Travel And Tourism

Winter travel: Road trips in India to take this season

Traversing through trails capped with snow makes for a thrilling travel experience unique to the peak of winter.

13 Nov 2023

Travel And Tourism

Less crowded vacation alternatives in India for your December holidays

Winter holidays often bring to mind images of crowded tourist hotspots. However, for those seeking a more peaceful and unique travel experience, there are lesser-known, yet enchanting destinations that offer tranquility, breathtaking landscapes, and a chance to immerse in local culture without the crowds.

08 Oct 2023

Congress Party

LAHDC-Kargil poll: Congress-JKNC alliance wins 8 seats, BJP 1

The counting of votes for the elections to 26 seats of the 30-member Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, is underway on Sunday under tight security.

Ladakh hill council polls begin, it's BJP v/s united opposition

The polling for the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (Kargil) in the Union Territory of Ladakh began on Wednesday.

30 Aug 2023

China

PM Modi lied, entire Ladakh knows: RaGa on China map

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday demanded a statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in response to the new Chinese map, which wrongly showed some parts of India as Chinese territories.

25 Aug 2023

Travel And Tourism

Rural Tourism: Must-visit rural gems in India

Had enough of the common tourist destinations and desire the calmness of villages? Look no further, because we have curated a list of the most serene and stunning villages across India.

20 Aug 2023

Rahul Gandhi

RaGa attacks Modi, claims China took away land in Ladakh

Former Congress President Rahul Gandhi attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi once again on Sunday, alleging the latter's claims that China did not take away even an inch of land in Ladakh were not true, said reports.

19 Aug 2023

Indian Army

Ladakh: 9 Army personnel killed as truck falls into gorge

At least nine Indian Army personnel, including an officer and eight soldiers, were reportedly killed in Ladakh on Saturday evening.

19 Aug 2023

Narendra Modi

LAC standoff: Major generals of India, China discuss outstanding disputes

India and China held major general-level talks on Friday to discuss the outstanding border issues, Hindustan Times reported on Saturday.

19 Jul 2023

Fashion

Heights of fashion: Ladakh to host high-altitude international fashion runway

Fashionistas get ready! Ladakh is gearing up for a unique event.

27 Jun 2023

Jammu And Kashmir

'Through the Ages': ICHR to hold exhibition on J&K, Ladakh 

The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) is planning an exhibition showcasing the history of Jammu and Kashmir and its links to ancient India, the Hindustan Times reported.

31 May 2023

Travel And Tourism

Gear up to explore these forbidden lands in Ladakh

Ladakh is on the list of must-visit places for almost all Indians. The snow-capped mountains and the serene beauty the place offers are unmatched.

20 May 2023

China

China boycotts G20 meeting in Kashmir, Turkey may follow suit 

China said on Friday it would skip a crucial G20 meeting in Jammu and Kashmir's capital Srinagar which will reportedly be attended by over 60 international delegates, including those from the United States.

27 Apr 2023

China

After Ladakh, China calls for no-patrol zones all along LAC

China has reportedly called on India to agree to a moratorium on patrolling in not just the disputed border areas in Ladakh but all along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), which borders Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.

12 Apr 2023

Bharti Airtel

Airtel launches 5G in Ladakh: Check which states have coverage

Bharti Airtel has launched its 5G services in the union territory of Ladakh. The telco's 5G network is now live in over 500 cities across India.

18 Mar 2023

S Jaishankar

Ladakh border situation dangerous; India-China forces deployed very close: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Saturday said that the Indian and Chinese militaries were deployed very close to each other in parts of Ladakh where the situation between the two countries was "fragile and dangerous."

18 Mar 2023

Japan

Japan PM to seek India's support for new Indo-Pacific plan 

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will arrive on a two-day visit to India on Monday, where he will announce a new plan to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific, reported Reuters.

16 Feb 2023

Nagaland

Know about these incredible folk festivals in India 

Being one of the oldest civilizations in the world, India is well-known for its rich culture which has its own traditions and customs.

27 Jan 2023

Article 370

Sonam Wangchuk begins hunger strike to 'save Ladakh'

Ladakh-based social reformist Sonam Wangchuk, whose life story inspired the Bollywood movie 3 Idiots, started his five-day-long climate fast to "save Ladakh" on Thursday on the terrace of the Himalayan Institute of Alternative Ladakh (HIAL) in Phyang.

25 Jan 2023

India

India lost access to 26 patrolling points in Ladakh: Report

In a worrying disclosure, a senior police officer in Ladakh revealed that India allegedly lost access to 26 of 65 patrolling points in the Union Territory's eastern part, The Hindu reported.

23 Jan 2023

Leh

Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk to launch hunger strike demanding constitutional safeguards

Ladakh-based engineer and innovator Sonam Wangchuk—whose life inspired the character of Phunshuk Wangdu in the Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots—urged PM Narendra Modi to ensure environmental protection from unchecked industrial and commercial expansion in Ladakh.

09 Jan 2023

Travel And Tourism

Altitude sickness: Everything you need to know about it

A trip to the mountains is always refreshing but you may experience sudden fatigue and dizziness if careless.

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