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Ladakh's Democratic Crisis: Hill Council Term Ends Without Election Plans
Oct 31, 2025 08:20 pm CST
The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council's term has ended without scheduled elections, eliminating the region's last democratic institution as locals continue fighting for statehood and constitutional protections. Since becoming a Union Territory in 2019, Ladakh has experienced diminishing local governance powers, with recent protests turning violent after the BJP allegedly abandoned promises to implement the Sixth Schedule.
Ladakh's Critical Role in India's National Security: A Veteran Air Force Officer's Perspective
Oct 08, 2025 07:53 pm CST
In this reflective account, a retired Air Vice Marshal of the Indian Air Force shares his four-decade connection with Ladakh and expresses concern over recent unrest in the region. The author highlights the strategic importance of Ladakh's resilient people, their historical contributions to India's security, and the need for reconciliation following violent protests that resulted in civilian casualties. The piece emphasizes how Ladakhis have supported military operations in extreme conditions and argues that maintaining strong civil-military relations in this border region is essential for India's national security posture.
Ladakh Schools and Shops Reopen as Region Recovers from Recent Violence
Oct 03, 2025 02:48 am CST
Educational institutions up to Class 8 and local businesses in Leh, Ladakh are set to reopen following a gradual return to normalcy after violent clashes that resulted in four fatalities on September 24. Authorities have implemented phased curfew relaxations while maintaining prohibitory orders against gatherings as the region continues its recovery process.
Congress Leader Charged Over Ladakh Violence, BJP Claims He Was Part Of Mob
Sep 25, 2025 01:33 pm CST
Congress Councilor Phuntsog Stanzin Tsepag has been charged over the massive violence in Ladakh yesterday, for which the government has blamed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and his provocative speeches.
"Mob Tried To Burn CRPF Personnel": Ladakh Lt Governor Declares Curfew In Leh
Sep 25, 2025 01:22 am CST
Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Wednesday said curfew has been imposed across the Leh district of the Union Territory after violent clashes in the cold desert that has left four people dead and scores injured.
4 Killed, Many Injured In Clashes In Ladakh During Statehood Protests: Report
Sep 24, 2025 09:08 pm CST
Four people were killed and many injured in intense clashes between protesters and security personnel in Leh town of Ladakh on Wednesday, reported news agency Press Trust of India, quoting un-named officials.
Ladakh Festival Cancelled Amid Clashes Between Protesters, Police
Sep 24, 2025 08:55 pm CST
The four-day annual Ladakh festival was cancelled on the last day on Wednesday after clashes erupted between police and protesters amid a shutdown here.
During Hunger Strike In Ladakh, A Birthday Wish For PM Modi
Sep 17, 2025 11:29 pm CST
It was an unusual birthday greeting for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ladakh. More than 500 people, currently on a hunger strike, marked his 75th birthday on Tuesday with collective prayers and wishes for his well-being.