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Vote in upcoming Kargil polls to convey your verdict on August 5, 2019: Omar Abdullah

The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil (LAHDC-K) elections are scheduled for October 4, 2023. The elections will see a fight between the BJP and the NC-Congress combine for a 30-member council, with 26 seats filled through voting while four members are nominated.

The Hindu

Controversy erupts as MotoGP broadcasts distorted map of India ahead of debut race

NEW DELHI: A huge controversy marred the eagerly awaited debut of MotoGP in India when a distorted map of the country, excluding Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, was displayed during a live stream of the prestigious motorcycle racing event on Friday.

The Times of India

Himachal Pradesh: Lahaul MLA raises boundary dispute with Ladakh in state Assembly

SHIMLA: The issue of border dispute between Himachal Pradesh and Leh-Ladakh echoed in the monsoon session of state assembly on Thursday.

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84 artists conferred with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards

VP Dhankhar presents Amrit Awards to 84 artistes for preserving Indian culture, honouring those who have not been accorded national recognition in 75 yrs. Awardees from diverse fields of performing arts incl. theatre, music, playwriting, folk music & dance. Awardees from 15 states incl. J&K, Goa, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Andhra Pradesh,…

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Indian troops defending every inch of border with China, says Ladakh Lieutenant Governor

Indian troops defend every inch of border with China; no land taken over. Infrastructure development in Ladakh (roads, helipads, airfields, tunnels, bridges) to catch up with China in 4-5 yrs. China has nefarious policy to contain, threaten, coerce India. Rahul Gandhi's remarks that China has taken away land false; no…

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Explained | What is the battle over the ‘plough’ symbol in Ladakh?

SC reprimands Ladakh admin for delaying NC's 'plough' symbol for LAHDC-K polls. Dismissing appeal, SC sets aside earlier polling date and orders ₹1 lakh costs. New date Oct 4. NC accused admin of bias, BJP may not want regional force to revive politics in favour of reunification of J&K.

The Hindu

Foundation stone laid for airfield within striking distance of LAC in Ladakh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh virtually lays foundation stone for Nyoma airfield in Ladakh, inaugurates Nechiphu tunnel in Arunachal. Inaugurates 90 projects worth ₹2,900 crore across 11 States/UTs. Nyoma airfield to boost air infrastructure, Nechiphu tunnel to provide all-weather connectivity to Tawang. BRO completes projects in record time, civil-military fusion needed…

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Rajnath lays foundation stone for Nyoma airfield near the LAC in eastern Ladakh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds BRO for civil-military fusion, completing major infrastructure projects in 10 border states/UTs.

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Exploring Ladakh

Senior citizens visit Ladakh, India, despite unsolicited advice. Enjoyed awe-inspiring landscapes, picturesque oases, monasteries, quaint hamlets. Visited confluence of Zanskar and Indus, prayer flags, Pangong Tso, Chusul village, war memorial, Lamayuru monastery. Met cheerful Israeli youngsters, American gentleman who worked with IAEA. Experienced warmth and hospitality of locals.

The Hindu

After Supreme Court verdict, Ladakh hill council polls now on October 4

Referring to the SC order issued on September 6, 2023, the Ladakh administration, in a fresh order, said, “The symbol “Plough” is hereby reserved for the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Party for the ensuing elections to the 5th LAHDC-K.”

The Hindu

G20: Xi Jinping's snub of summit the latest in escalation of ambition between two assertive powers

It might be tempting to connect Xi Jinping’s refusal to attend the G20 summit in India with continuing border tensions. These reached a peak recently when China released an “official map” claiming as its territory several areas that have long been a matter of contention between the two countries.

The Conversation

BJP expels senior leader after his son, Buddhist girl went ‘missing’ in Ladakh

A senior officer-bearer of the BJP has been accused of ‘love jihad’ and expelled after his son married a local Buddhist girl in Ladakh, triggering massive protests from local Buddhists in Leh for the past two months.

The Hindu

Ladakh issues new notification for hill council polls, after SC verdict

The Ladakh administration has announced a new schedule for elections to the fifth Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) in the Kargil region, following a directive by the Supreme Court. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC sets aside August 5 notification for Ladakh hill council polls

The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the August 5 notification of the Election department of the Union Territory of Ladakh for the hill council polls and ordered issuance of a fresh election schedule within a week.

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Officials use soccer to highlight climate worries in India's ecologically fragile Ladakh region

A first of its kind “climate-friendly” soccer tournament is underway in India's remote desert region of Ladakh, an ecologically fragile territory where oxygen is thin and breathing is hard

The Hindu

CSIR-NGRI does a drone survey at Ladakh

CSIR-NGRI successfully conducted a drone-based magnetic survey in Ladakh for 45 sq.km, first of its kind. Scientists are analysing the data. Institute seeks to develop a 500 kg payload capacity drone for deeper earth studies. P.S. Goel called for industry-driven science to enable research. Kalaiselvi stressed on community needs. Prakash…

The Hindu

Success of INDIA bloc depends on how well it unravels three illusions about Modi: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi: INDIA bloc must unravel 3 illusions about PM Modi to succeed in elections; illusions of corruption-free govt, improved India's standing in world, champion of OBCs. Must expose PM's lip service to OBCs, colluding with China, betraying people of Ladakh.

The Hindu

A stitch in time: How heritage conservationists are preserving culturally and historically significant artefacts and monuments

How heritage conservationists are preserving culturally and historically significant artefacts and monuments

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A stitch in time

Art conservators Namita Jaspal, Nilabh Sinha, Sreekumar Menon & Sujatha Shankar bridge gap b/w art & history in India. Namita restored wall paintings at Golden Temple & Banda Singh Bahadur's angrakha. Nilabh restored 12th Century Mangyu temple complex & Flora Fountain. Sreekumar worked on Sumda Chun, awarded by UNESCO. Sujatha…

Dynamite News

Rahul Gandhi reiterates 'China has snatched India land' claim

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday reiterated his claims about China "invading" Indian territory in Ladakh. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

PM Modi should speak on Chinese transgressions, says Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after map controversy

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said “The map is a very serious issue but they have already taken land. The Prime Minister should speak about it.”

The Hindu

China map issue 'very serious', PM should speak on it: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said “The map is a very serious issue but they have already taken land. The Prime Minister should speak about it.”

The Hindu

Kargil hill council elections set to reflect mood of the region post August 5, 2019

The upcoming hill council elections in Kargil are set to reflect the mood of the region post August 5, 2019.

Dynamite News

SC displeased over non-grant of 'plough' symbol to National Conference for Ladakh Hill Council election

The Union Territory (UT) has filed an appeal against the order of the High Court asking it to notify the 'plough' symbol to the Party. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Will raise issues of people of Ladakh in Parliament, their ‘political voice being suppressed’, says Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi vows to raise Ladakh issues in Parliament. Alleges political voice suppressed, promises of employment false. Visited region, listened to people's "Mann Ki Baat". Modi govt accused of leaving Ladakh to fend for itself. Gandhi visited Pangong, Nubra, Khardungla, Lamayuru, Zanskar, Kargil War Memorial.

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