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October 24, 2025 9:31 PM

PM Modi hails ITBP’s courage and dedication on 64th Raising Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on its 64th Raising Day, commending the force for its unwavering dedication, courage, and humanitarian service in protecting the nation’s frontiers. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Warm greetings to all ITBP Himveers and their families on their Raising Day. The Force embodies unmatched courage, discipline, and devotion to duty.” He added that the ITBP personnel serve in some of th...

October 22, 2025 2:42 PM

From pashmina to Apricots: GST Reforms to boost Ladakh’s economy

Ladakh’s traditional industries, agriculture, handicrafts, and tourism sectors are set to benefit from a sweeping reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST). The reforms lower GST from 12 per cent to 5 per cent on a wide range of products and services, aiming to provide relief to artisans, farmers, and small businesses while strengthening the region’s economy. Handlooms and Wool Products Pashmina wool, produced in the Changthang region of Leh, sustains over 10,000 nomadic herders. Known for...

September 3, 2025 3:50 PM

Eastern Ladakh to witness heavy rains for 48–72 hours: IMD Director

As North India continues to reel under heavy rainfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of intense showers in the Union Territory of Ladakh. IMD Director for Ladakh Sonam Lotus said that eastern Ladakh has been experiencing continuous rainfall for the past 48 to 72 hours. "Continuous rain has been occurring in Eastern Ladakh for approximately 48 to 72 hours. Intermittent showers are also being reported in Leh," Lotus told ANI. Providing an update on the ground situation, L...

July 18, 2025 9:29 AM

India achieves successful trial of Akash Prime at high-altitude

India achieved a major milestone on Wednesday by successfully intercepting and destroying two high-speed aerial unmanned targets using the Akash Prime air defence system in the high-altitude region of Ladakh, the Ministry of Defence said in an official statement. The upgraded variant of the Akash Weapon System has been specifically customised to operate at altitudes above 4,500 metres. It includes several enhancements, most notably an indigenously developed Radio Frequency (RF) seeker for impro...

June 16, 2025 2:14 PM

Centre issues Census notification: J&K, Ladakh, Himachal, U’Khand in 2026, rest in 2027

The central government on Monday formally notified the conduct of the next decennial census to be held in 2027, exercising its authority under Section 3 of the Census Act, 1948. The new notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs supersedes an earlier order from March 2019, which had set the schedule for the Census originally planned for 2021 but later postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the notification, the census will be carried out across the country wi...

June 15, 2025 2:59 PM

FM Nirmala Sitharaman takes stock of financial inclusion schemes in Ladakh

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday visited an exhibition of local handicrafts and handloom products by Self Help Groups (SHG) and local entrepreneurs of the Ladakh region. She interacted with artisans, women-led SHGs and local entrepreneurs showcasing traditional crafts, handloom textiles and sustainable innovations at their stalls. The Finance Minister appreciated the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of the artisans, highlighting their role in preserving cultural heritage and ...

May 11, 2025 6:35 AM

IMD, CSIR installations in J&K, Punjab, Ladakh to be secured further: Dr. Jitendra Singh

The center has decided to upgrade security at scientific and technical installations located in the border regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Chandigarh, and parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The decision was announced on Saturday by Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, after he chaired a high-level joint meeting with senior officials and heads of scientific institutions in New Delhi. The meeting was convened to review the security preparedness of critica...

February 21, 2025 4:30 PM

IMD reports rain, snowfall, and hailstorms across multiple states

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a gradual drop in minimum temperatures by 2-3°C across Northwest India over the next three days, with stable conditions expected afterward. In other parts of the country, no significant change in minimum temperatures is anticipated over the next four to five days. Maximum temperatures in Northwest India are likely to increase gradually by 2-4°C over the next four days before stabilizing. In Gujarat, no major changes are expected over the ...

January 2, 2025 9:36 PM

After ending terror, we will reclaim what has been lost: HM Amit Shah

Calling Kashmir an inseparable part of India and its soul, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government has not only eliminated the ecosystem of terrorism from the Kashmir Valley but is determined to reclaim what has been lost, a veiled reference to the territory occupied by Pakistan and the cultural glory of the region. He was speaking after releasing the book, 'Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh: Through the Ages - A Visual Narrative of Continuities &am...

January 2, 2025 12:23 PM

Artificial snow-making machine in Kargil: A game-changer for winter tourism and sports in Ladakh

In a significant development for Ladakh, the Ladakh Ski and Snowboard Association has successfully pioneered an artificial snow-making machine in Kargil. This innovative solution is set to revolutionize winter tourism and sports in a region where snowfall has become increasingly erratic. The machine, designed by Sadiq Ali and his team, uses easily accessible components like compressors and spray nozzles to generate artificial snow. Impressively, it can produce one inch of snow over a 15x5 feet ...