Ladakh

India has operationalised the high-altitude Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh, enhancing rapid troop and equipment mobilisation along the LAC, amid large-scale exercises in Arunachal Pradesh and ongoing strategic upgrades.

Discover Dras: World's second-coldest inhabited village where temperatures plunge below -40°C!

Discover Dras, India’s coldest inhabited village and the world’s second-coldest permanently inhabited place. Explore Himalayan treks, Kargil War history, extreme winters, and breathtaking natural beauty.

BRO builds world's highest motorable road at 19,400 feet at Mig La Pass in Ladakh

Mig La Pass now stands taller than Mount Everest's South Base Camp in Nepal, which sits at 17,598 feet, and the North Base Camp in Tibet at 16,900 feet. The previous record-holder, Umling La, reaches 19,024 feet.

Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta discusses phased relaxation of restrictions with agencies; KDA insists on judicial probe

The curfew was almost lifted in the town four days back, but prohibitory orders banning the assembly of five or more persons remain in force.

BJP creating divide between Hindus and Muslims ahead of Mumbai civic polls: Uddhav Thackeray

Accusing the BJP of corruption, Thackeray said, after winning the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls, his party will come out with a White Paper on the alleged irregularities in the civic body.

Ladakh administration orders magisterial inquiry into Leh violence, police action which left 4 dead

The administration has asked individuals with information regarding the incident to submit a statement or evidence voluntarily to the inquiry officer between October 4 and 18.

J-K, Ladakh HC agrees to consider listing plea against forfeiture of books allegedly propagating secessionism

The plea, filed by former Air Vice Marshal Kapil Kak, author Sumantra Bose, Radha Kumar and former Central Information Commissioner Wajahat Habibullah, has sought quashing of the notification issued by the J&K government on August 5.

OPINION | Anxiety about alienation grips Ladakhis. Government should address it  

A journalist who spent a few days in Ladakh prior to the violence on September 24 shares his impressions from the ground. Ladakhis are fearful of land alienation and seek the protection of the Constitution’s Sixth Schedule and statehood. Sonam Wangchuk may be in jail but he is the local with street credibility

Sonam Wangchuk claims I-T summons received despite tax exemption for Ladakh. Check what law says

Section 10 (26) of the Income Tax Act provides exemption to scheduled tribe members residing in Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh

Facing 'witch hunt' for sharing India's knowledge: Sonam Wangchuk trashes FCRA violation claims

Wangchuk said his organisation does not have FCRA because it does not require foreign donations

Protests banned in Ladakh as at least four killed in demonstrations for statehood: Report

More than 50 people, including 20 police personnel, were injured, a police source said

Why Sonam Wangchuk termed Ladakh protests as 'Gen Z revolution' amid demands for statehood

Protests turned violent as groups of youth set ablaze a security vehicle and some more, and also targeted the BJP office

BJP office set on fire in Ladakh's Leh amid massive protests | WATCH

In response, authorities are deploying four additional companies of ITBP and four additional units of CRPF to Leh.

Hanle-Chumar road opens to public: A new gateway to Ladakh’s hidden gems and starry nights

Hanle-Chumar road in Ladakh opens to public, boosting tourism, strategic connectivity, and access to Hanle Observatory, lakes, and high-altitude adventures.

Salman Khan is back in Mumbai with clean-shaven look after ‘Battle Of Galwan’ shoot in Ladakh

Bollywood icon Salman Khan returned to Mumbai after finishing a major Ladakh schedule for Battle of Galwan. Playing Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, he stunned fans with a sharp, clean-shaven look at the airport.

Confused between Spiti and Ladakh? Here’s the ultimate guide to decide!

Confused between Spiti and Ladakh? Discover 10 must-see highlights of both Himalayan gems and plan your ultimate adventure with our travel guide.

This IITian spent 3 weeks in Ladakh without visiting Pangong or Nubra Valley—Here’s why

IITian Kanak Agrawal spent 3 weeks in Ladakh skipping Pangong and Nubra, discovering local life, hidden flavors, and authentic slow travel experiences.

5 picturesque lakes in Ladakh that will leave you spellbound

Explore Ladakh’s stunning lakes! From Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri and Tso Kar, discover serene waters, Himalayan beauty, and adventure in the Indian Himalayas.

Ladakh records first snowfall of the season in August; Khardung La closed for traffic

Early snowfall hits Ladakh in August, disrupting travel on Khardung La and bringing a magical winter touch to the Suru Summer Festival.

Going to Ladakh? Follow these 3 high-altitude golden rules by Kamiya Jani

Heading to Ladakh? Follow these high-altitude golden rules by Kamiya Jani to avoid altitude sickness and enjoy a safe, magical mountain adventure.

Ladakh’s Mig La set to dethrone Umling La as the world’s highest motorable pass

BRO is building Ladakh’s Mig La, set to surpass Umling La as the world’s highest motorable pass, boosting India’s engineering and road connectivity.

Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

The black-necked crane, a rare and graceful bird of the Himalaya, is admired for its striking beauty, cultural significance and fragile existence in high-altitude wetlands, where it continues to inspire conservation.

'High alert along LAC' a must, Indian Army officials say amid crucial thaw with China

In eastern Ladakh, the immediate focus will be restoring India’s patrolling rights in areas where ‘no-patrol buffer zones’ were created after earlier disengagement rounds up to September 2022

Siachen and Galwan to become Ladakh’s next big tourist attractions

Ladakh to develop Siachen Glacier and Galwan Valley as new tourist attractions, offering adventure, history, and breathtaking high-altitude landscapes.