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What is Article 371? Ladakh to get autonomous hill councils for all 7 districts

Ladakh announces autonomous councils for all districts; Article 371 safeguards in focus

Updated 2 days ago

‘Customised Article 371 framework’: Ladakh to get UT-level body, 7 hill councils

Ladakh was a part of the erstwhile state of J&K that was bifurcated into two UTs after Article 370 provisions were removed in 2019.

Updated 2 days ago

Where does Sonam Wangchuk live? An ecological Ladakhi tribal house made with mud

A look inside climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's ecological home.

Updated 8 days ago

2-member panel of home ministry to hold talks with Ladakh bodies

A two member team from the ministry of home affairs is scheduled to hold talks with the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance over Ladakh’s demand of sixth schedule and statehood with legislature. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)

Updated 14 days ago

Remote regions of Ladakh to be connected to power grid by September: LG Saxena

Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena (File)

Published 19 days ago

Ladakh observes shutdown amid standoff with Centre over talks

Leh market wear a deserted look with shops shut on Tuesday. (Sourced)

Published 22 days ago

Leh, Kargil shut down over delay in constitutional safeguards for Ladakh

Leh market wear a deserted look with shops shut on Tuesday. (Sourced)

Updated 22 days ago

Shutdown in Ladakh to push for talks with govt

Shutdown in Ladakh to push for talks with govt

Published 22 days ago

These 10 destinations across India promise unforgettable after-dark experiences

10 spectacular destinations across India promise unforgettable after-dark experiences.

Published 22 days ago

To drink or not, is the question of choice

In Ladakh, the new excise policy means the sale of alcohol would be extended to remote parts of the Union Territory such as Nubra, Changthang, Sham, and Zanskar. This has upset the local population.

Updated 25 days ago

LG Saxena approves ₹9.12 crore DSTP for Leh to protect Ladakh’s fragile ecology

LG Saxena approves <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>9.12 crore DSTP for Leh to protect Ladakh’s fragile ecology

Updated 32 days ago

Anti-drug crackdown uncovers alarming involvement of Ladakh youths in peddling

Anti-drug crackdown uncovers alarming involvement of Ladakh youths in peddling

Published 35 days ago

Zojila Tunnel: Final breakthrough in Gadkari’s presence on Tuesday

The <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>6,800 crore project began on October 1, 2020, and the first blasting at the Nilgrar Tunnel was performed on October 14, 2020. Part one of the project was completed on March 15, 2025, covering approach roads, bridges, Nilgrar twin tunnels, cut-and-cover works, and snow gallery components. (File)

Published 37 days ago

Old Town Leh to get facelift under ₹7.62 crore LG-approved project

Old Town Leh to get facelift under <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>7.62 crore LG-approved project

Published 38 days ago

Union minister Nitin Gadkari to attend Zojila tunnel breakthrough on June 9

Vehicles pass from Zoji La Pass. (ANI Video Grab)

Published 42 days ago

Scarcity to surplus: Ladakh’s new excise policy counts on alcohol to fight drug abuse

In a major policy shift, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved a new excise policy aimed at dismantling the region’s long-standing liquor restrictions to combat a rising narcotics crisis. ((Shutterstock)/ Representational image)

Published 44 days ago

‘Honorary cockroach’ Sonam Wangchuk counters LG's claim on meeting with him

Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena met activist Sonam Wangchuk and his wife Gitanjali Angmo on Tuesday.

Published 48 days ago

LG launches rock check dam to address seasonal water scarcity in Ladakh

A rock check dam aimed at achieving long-term water and agricultural sustainability in Ladakh was inaugurated by Ladakh’s lieutenant governor Vinai Kumar Saxena at Upshi in Leh on Wednesday. (HT Photo)

Published 49 days ago

India rejects ‘unwarranted’ references to J&K in China-Pak joint statement

A view of the Lal Chowk amid rainfall, in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. (ANI)

Published 50 days ago

Ladakh’s struggle for constitutional protection finds resonance in Kashmir

The struggle of Ladakh for protections to the union territory has found resonance in Jammu and Kashmir after the Centre agreed for providing constitutional safeguards to the Ladakh leadership during their Friday talks. ((Shutterstock) Representational image)

Published 52 days ago

Wangchuk says Article 371 talks for Ladakh still ‘work in progress’, backs CJP

Sonam Wangchuk said talks are underway to finalise and devolve the responsibilities in the region under Article 371.

Updated 53 days ago

Chopper crash: Injured Major General poses, pilot shows victory sign in selfie

The selfie, taken moments after the crash, shows Army officers beside the damaged helicopter on a rocky mountain slope.

Updated 53 days ago

Army's Cheetah helicopter crashes near Leh; Major general among 3 injured

An Army chopper crashed In Ladakh.

Updated 54 days ago

LAB, KDA claim to have reached 'in-principle understanding' with Centre

LAB, KDA claim to have reached 'in-principle understanding' with Centre

Published 54 days ago

Ladakh elevates hospitality to ‘industry’ status: What this means for travellers

If Ladakh has been on your bucket list, 2026 is looking like the perfect time to go. (Freepik)

Published 56 days ago

Celebrating Buddhist heritage in the Himalayas

Union Home Minister Amit Shah interacts with a novice monk during the inauguration of the first international exposition of holy relics of Lord Buddha on the occassion of Buddh Purnima, in Ladakh. (PTI)

Updated 58 days ago

LG Vinai Saxena approves minimum wage hike for Ladakh workers

Ladakh lieutenant governor Vinai Kumar Saxena

Published 59 days ago

Why Election Commission left out J&K, Ladakh and Himachal from SIR rollout

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at a meeting (@ECISVEEP)

Updated 62 days ago

Interview| Ready to fight till last breath, ball in Centre’s court: Sonam Wangchuk

Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was released from Jodhpur prison on March 14 after being detained under the National Security Act (NSA), has emerged as the moral compass of a movement demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards.

Published 72 days ago

Teachings of Lord Buddha more relevant today than before: Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah being greeted during the inauguration of the first international exposition of holy relics of Lord Buddha on the occasion of Buddh Purnima, in Ladakh. (PTI)

Published 75 days ago

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