News Topic:Leh District

Ladakh authorities reduce mobile internet speed amid security concerns

Authorities in Ladakh have taken preemptive measures in response to the prevailing security situation by opting to decrease the mobile internet speed to 2G.

Sonam Wangchuk vows to intensify struggle for Ladakh’s full statehood

Renowned environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, who recently concluded a 21-day fast in Leh, has pledged to escalate the movement for Ladakh's full statehood.

Leh witnesses shutdown amid inconclusive parleys for special status

The call for a bandh resonated strongly in Leh as various religious organizations rallied for the cause of Ladakh's special status.

ICC men’s cricket world cup trophy reaches Leh

As part of the country-wide journey, the International Cricket Council (ICC) men's cricket world cup trophy on Saturday reached Leh district in cold desert Ladakh.

Mehbooba accuses LG admin of settling outsiders in J-K

Mehbooba Mufti accused the UT administration of bringing people from outside under the garb of land for landless to change the region’s demography.

Highest herbal garden in India flourishes at 15,000 feet in Leh

A herbal garden has come up at an altitude of close to 15,000 feet above sea level in mountainous ranges at Phobrang village in Leh.

Massive protest in favour of rape victim in Leh

People from all walks of life held a protest rally in Leh Division of Ladakh, demanding fast-track justice for a minor rape victim.

Leh resident hangs self to death in Srinagar

A man from Leh allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself to death at a local hotel in the summer capital Srinagar on Friday.

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AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed

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