Ladakh
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Speed News: Sonam Wangchuk Hails Vande Bharat Journey, Seeks Action on Ladakh Promises
Originals | Jul 30, 2026, 07:03 PM ISTSonam Wangchuk praises Vande Bharat journey, reminds Centre of Ladakh promises. Kharge says anti-paper leak bill introduced only to protect govt. position. Over 30 killed as PoJK protests intensify; internet suspended. Watch all the latest updates in today's Speed News.
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India's first geothermal wells commissioned in Ladakh's Puga Valley, LG Saxena hails historic feat
India | Jul 17, 2026, 09:48 PM ISTAfter the commission of the two geothermal wells in Ladakh's Puga Valley, LG VK Saxena hailed the achievement and said this project will catalyze the Union Territory's holistic development.
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Bikers, SUV driver fined Rs 1.7 lakh over illegal off-roading in Ladakh
Jammu and Kashmir | Jul 14, 2026, 07:27 PM ISTThe Ladakh administration has imposed a hefty fine of Rs 1.70 lakh on a group of bikers, and an SUV driver over illegal off-roading near sensitive ecological areas. Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has also appealed to the tourists to respect the natural beauty of the region.
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Ladakh to set up autonomous hill development councils in all seven districts: Chief Secretary
India | Jul 13, 2026, 09:07 PM ISTBriefing the media about Monday's decision in Leh, Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra has pointed out that Panchayati Raj institutions will continue in the Union Territory, alongside the hill councils.
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Ladakh LG Saxena unveils 100-day report card, highlights push for water security, green development
India | Jul 12, 2026, 10:30 PM ISTCalling Ladakh 'the crown of India', Saxena said the administration would continue to pursue development while preserving the region's fragile ecology, unique cultural heritage and aspirations of its people.
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100 ex-servicemen deployed in Ladakh's Environment Protection Force to protect fragile ecology
India | Jul 04, 2026, 04:33 PM ISTThe 100 ex-servicemen have been deployed into the Environment Protection Force to safeguard the fragile ecology of Ladakh. These ex-servicemen have also been authorised to issue on-the-spot challans for any such violation within their designated areas.
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Ladakh imposes strict ban on single-use plastic and littering; violators to face heavy penalties
India | Jun 19, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTLadakh has enforced a stringent ban on identified single-use plastic items and littering in public places, with fines of up to Rs 10,000 for violations. Authorities will use CCTV footage, inspections and electronic evidence to enforce the rules.
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Nitin Gadkari witnesses Zojila Tunnel breakthrough at an altitude of 11,578 feet
Business | Jun 09, 2026, 12:10 PM ISTThe tunnel, 9.5 metres wide, 7.57 metres high, and 13.153 km long, is a horseshoe-shaped tunnel built at an elevation of around 11,578 feet above sea level.
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Zojila Tunnel: All about Himalayan engineering marvel connecting Kashmir to Ladakh
India | Jun 09, 2026, 10:43 AM ISTZojila Tunnel aims to end this annual disruption by ensuring that people, goods and essential supplies can move throughout the year without depending on weather conditions.
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LG VK Saxena lays foundation stone for Ladakh's first model border village: All you need to know
India | Jun 03, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTLadakh LG VK Saxena has laid the foundation stone for the first Model Border Village at Chumur near the India-China border. The project under the 'Vibrant Villages Programme' aims to boost infrastructure, tourism, livelihoods and self-reliance in frontier regions.
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Ladakh LG Saxena cautions Sonam Wangchuk against 'misleading and provocative narrative'
India | May 27, 2026, 09:46 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk and his wife Gitanjali Angmo called on Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena at Raj Bhawan on Tuesday, following what Saxena described as a constructive dialogue held recently in the Union Home Ministry.
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Army Cheetah helicopter crashes in Ladakh, senior officer among three injured
India | May 23, 2026, 01:05 PM ISTCheetah helicopter crashed in the mountainous Tangste region near Leh, three Indian Army officers narrowly escape death.
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Amit Shah announces major Ladakh dairy expansion; 50k-litre per day plant to be set up in Leh
India | May 01, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTUnion Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to upgrade Ladakh's dairy sector, including a 50,000 litre-per-day plant in Leh and new breeding centres in Leh and Kargil.
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Ladakh gets five new districts as LG Saxena approves proposal | Check names
India | Apr 27, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTThe decision had earlier received approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs in August 2024 under the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
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Seven killed, several injured after avalanche buries vehicles at Zojila Pass in Ladakh | VIDEO
India | Mar 27, 2026, 08:44 PM ISTSeveral vehicles were buried under a thick layer of snow on the Zojila Pass after an avalanche occurred in the Union territory of Ladakh, leaving seven people dead.
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Govt frees climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, revokes NSA detention to boost Ladakh dialogue
India | Mar 14, 2026, 12:35 PM ISTThe Ministry underscored its resolve to cultivate peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh, paving the way for meaningful stakeholder dialogue. Officials noted that freeing Wangchuk advances this aim, balancing local demands with security needs.
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Kavinder Gupta resigns as Ladakh LG, named Himachal Pradesh Governor in major shake‑up
India | Mar 05, 2026, 11:30 PM ISTCV Ananda Bose has also stepped down from his role as the Governor of West Bengal, ending his tenure nearly two years before it was due to conclude. His resignation comes just weeks ahead of the state’s 2026 Assembly elections.
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Earthquake of 5.7 magnitude strikes Leh, Ladakh; authorities on alert
India | Jan 19, 2026, 12:33 PM ISTThe epicentre was located in Leh at a depth of 171 km. There have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage, and authorities are keeping a close watch on the situation.
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Home Ministry orders transfer of 49 senior officers, including 31 IAS and 18 IPS officials
India | Jan 04, 2026, 07:12 PM ISTThe Home Ministry, which is responsible for appointing administrative officers in Union Territories, issued the transfer orders as part of its routine administrative process.
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Chinese citizen held in Srinagar over visa violation visited Ladakh without permission, phone seized
Jammu and Kashmir | Dec 09, 2025, 11:16 AM ISTUpon arrival in India, the accused obtained an Indian SIM card from an open market, which raised further suspicion. His browsing history showed searches related to CRPF deployment and the abrogation of Article 370