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Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the exposition of the sacred relics of Lord Buddha in Leh, Ladakh, marking the relics' return after 75 years. Held on Buddha Purnima, this event celebrates Ladakh's long-standing connection with Buddhism and its role as a cultural centerpiece. The ceremony underscored
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The Sacred Holy Relics of Tathagata Buddha have been ceremonially received in Leh, Ladakh, beginning a major spiritual event. The relics were escorted by spiritual leaders Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and Khenpo Thinlas Chosal, and greeted by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena. This is the first time the
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The Sixth Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games commenced in Ladakh with a vibrant opening ceremony. Hosted by the Union Territory of Ladakh for the third time, this event features new sports and increased international-level organization. Under the visionary guidance of Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the
Ladakh
The recent GST reforms in Ladakh, reducing rates on various products and services, aim to empower local artisans and farmers. Key changes include a reduction in GST from 12% to 5% on Pashmina wool, Namda rugs, and hotel tariffs, benefiting over 10,000 artisans and 25,000 people in the
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The Government reaffirms its commitment to dialogue with the Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) regarding Ladakh matters. The High Powered Committee (HPC) has facilitated discussions leading to positive outcomes, including increased reservations for Scheduled Tribes, women's reservations in local councils, and the commencement of
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A hunger strike led by Sonam Wangchuk demanding statehood and the 6th schedule for Ladakh escalated into violence on September 24, 2025, as a mob attacked government offices and police, resulting in injuries and casualties. The government has been in dialogue with local leaders and has made significant progress in
Project Vijayak
On September 21, 2025, Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 15th Raising Day in Kargil, Ladakh, announcing an infrastructure expansion worth Rs 1,200 crore. The project has successfully built over 1,400 km of roads and 80 major bridges in challenging terrains, including the rapid
PM Mementos e-Auction
The 7th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction features 76 items from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, showcasing their rich cultural heritage. The auction, running from September 17 to October 2, 2025, includes exquisite textiles and artworks, with proceeds supporting the Namami Gange Project. Source: Original Link
SBI
The State Bank of India (SBI) has donated a school bus to the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa (NISR) in Leh as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The bus was handed over to Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director of NISR, by Shri Krishan Sharma, Chief General Manager of SBI&
UPSC
The UPSC has announced the recruitment of 44 legal posts in the Department of Personnel and Training and 40 teaching posts in the School Education Department of Ladakh. Applications are open from August 23 to September 11, 2025. The detailed advertisement and instructions are available on the UPSC website. Source:
Mountaineering
A Joint Expedition Team from three premier National Mountaineering Institutes successfully summited Mt Merag-III (6,480M) and Mt Kangju Kangri (6,710M) in the Pangong Tso region of Ladakh. Led by Colonel Hem Chandra Singh, the team demonstrated exceptional courage and teamwork in extreme weather conditions, marking a significant achievement
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The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, met with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on August 2, 2025. The meeting was announced via the PMO India handle on X, highlighting the ongoing communication between the central government and the Union Territory of Ladakh. Source: Original Link