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Judicial Inquiry Launched into Ladakh Protest Killings: Former Supreme Court Judge to Lead Investigation
Oct 17, 2025 10:12 pm CST
The central government has appointed retired Supreme Court judge Justice BS Chauhan to investigate the deaths of four protesters, including a Kargil war veteran, in police firing in Ladakh. This judicial inquiry addresses a key demand from Ladakhi groups seeking statehood and constitutional protections following years of growing unrest against central rule in the region.
Leh Markets Reopen as Curfew Eases Following Deadly Protests for Ladakh Statehood
Oct 02, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Shops and markets in Leh City have reopened as authorities relaxed curfew restrictions following deadly clashes between protestors and police. The violence stemmed from demonstrations demanding statehood and inclusion of Ladakh under the Sixth Schedule. Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has expressed optimism about resolution through dialogue while outlining efforts for job creation and economic development in the region.
Ladakh Statehood Crisis: Government Releases 26 Protesters as Goodwill Gesture Amid Ongoing Tensions
Oct 02, 2025 03:45 pm CST
The Indian government has released 26 protesters detained during recent Ladakh violence as a conciliatory gesture, while regional leaders continue to demand statehood, constitutional safeguards, and the release of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk. The goodwill move comes amid tensions following violent protests that resulted in four deaths and deepening political discord over Ladakh's union territory status established in 2019.
Ladakh Crisis Deepens: Leh Apex Body Suspends Talks Following Wangchuk's Arrest and Protest Deaths
Sep 29, 2025 11:32 pm CST
The Leh Apex Body has withdrawn from government negotiations following Sonam Wangchuk's arrest under the National Security Act and the killing of four protesters. The alliance demands a judicial inquiry and case withdrawals before resuming dialogue on Ladakh's statehood and constitutional protections, while authorities allege Pakistani connections in the ongoing investigation.
Former BJP MP Demands Judicial Investigation Into Deadly Ladakh Protests
Sep 27, 2025 03:51 pm CST
Former BJP MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal has called for an impartial judicial probe into the killing of four protesters in Ladakh during security forces' firing. The incident occurred when demonstrations demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards turned violent, with authorities later arresting activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. Namgyal's letter to the Lieutenant Governor emphasizes that security forces could have handled the situation with greater patience.
Ladakh Protests Turn Deadly: Leaders Demand Judicial Probe After Police Firing Claims Four Lives
Sep 27, 2025 01:58 am CST
Tensions escalate in Ladakh as four protesters were killed in police firing during statehood demonstrations, prompting local leaders to demand a judicial investigation. The violence erupted during a shutdown called by the Leh Apex Body, with protesters setting fire to government buildings as activist Sonam Wangchuk remains detained under the National Security Act. Officials and community representatives clash over responsibility, with locals rejecting claims of outside interference and calling for accountability.
Government Cancels FCRA Registration of Ladakh Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Organization Over Alleged Violations
Sep 25, 2025 09:23 pm CST
The Indian government has revoked the FCRA registration of Sonam Wangchuk's Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh organization following allegations of financial irregularities and foreign funding violations. This action comes amid Ladakh's statehood movement and recent protests, with authorities citing multiple violations of foreign contribution regulations and questioning transactions deemed against national interests.
Ladakh Crackdown: 50 Arrested After Violent Protests Over Statehood Demands
Sep 25, 2025 02:59 pm CST
Following violent protests in Ladakh demanding statehood and constitutional protections, authorities have conducted pre-dawn raids resulting in approximately 50 arrests. The unrest, allegedly incited by climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike, left four dead and 90 injured after protesters burned down the BJP office and Ladakh Hill Council Secretariat. Central government officials have blamed Wangchuk's provocative speeches referencing Nepal's Gen Z protests, while local leaders claim Home Minister Amit Shah rejected their fundamental demands for greater autonomy.
'Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Remarks Provoked Mob': Centre On Ladakh Violence
Sep 25, 2025 01:13 am CST
The government blamed activist Sonam Wangchuk for clashes in Ladakh today that killed four and injured many others.
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.