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Mehbooba Mufti Calls for United Political Front in J&K on ‘Ladakh Model’

May 26, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Calls for United Political Front in J&K on Ladakh Model By: Javid Amin | 25 May 2026 PDP Chief Urges Regional Parties to Rise Above Politics, Revive PAGD for Jammu and Kashmir’s Political Future In a significant political statement from Srinagar, Mehbooba Mufti on Monday called for the formation of a united political front in Jammu and Kashmir, drawing inspiration from the collective movement launched by leaders in Ladakh after the constitutional changes of 2019. The president of Peoples Democratic Party urged political parties across Jammu and Kashmir…

Ladakh ‘Deal’ Sparks Political Ripples Across Kashmir, Rekindles Autonomy Debate

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 Editor

Ladakh Deal Triggers Political Storm in Kashmir, Revives Debate on Autonomy and Article 370 By: Javid Amin | 24 May 2026 Centre’s Assurances to Ladakh Trigger Sharp Reactions in Kashmir Valley A fresh political debate has erupted across Jammu and Kashmir after reports emerged of a major understanding between the Centre and Ladakh-based groups over demands related to land rights, jobs, cultural protection, and administrative safeguards. The reported “Ladakh deal,” which follows months of protests and negotiations involving civil society groups from Leh and Kargil, is being viewed in Kashmir…

Ladakh Gets 5 New Districts Ahead of Amit Shah Visit: A Major Governance Reset in the Himalayas

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Editor

Ladakh New Districts 2026: Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar, Drass Created Before Amit Shah Visit By: Javid Amin | 27 April 2026 A Historic Administrative Shift in Ladakh In a significant governance overhaul, Ladakh has been officially reorganized into seven districts, with the creation of five new administrative units—Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar, and Drass. The announcement, made on April 27, 2026, by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, comes just days before Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit the region on April 30. Originally approved by the Ministry of…

Kargil Democratic Alliance Rejects Council Model, Demands Statehood & Sixth Schedule Safeguards

April 16, 2026 Editor

Kargil Rejects ‘Council Model’: KDA Pushes for Statehood, Sixth Schedule in Fresh Talks Demand By: Javid Amin | 16 April 2026 A Clear Rejection: Kargil Draws the Line In a strong political assertion, the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) has outrightly rejected the Centre’s proposed “council model” for Kargil, reiterating that its long-standing demands for statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards remain non-negotiable. The alliance has simultaneously called for the early resumption of dialogue with the Centre, signaling that while it is open to negotiations, it will not dilute its core political…

J&K on Edge: CM Omar Abdullah Appeals for Calm as Leaders Term Khamenei’s Killing ‘Tragic’

March 2, 2026 Editor

Jammu & Kashmir Reacts to Khamenei Assassination: CM Omar Abdullah Appeals for Calm, Schools Closed, Leaders Condemn Strike By: Javid Amin | 01 March 2026 A Region Holding Its Breath Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh remain tense but controlled after reports emerged alleging the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a US–Israel strike. While the emotional response — especially among Shia communities — has been intense, political leadership across party lines has struck a remarkably unified and restrained tone. The administration has moved swiftly with preventive measures,…

Ladakh’s Fault Lines Deepen: Apex Body Rejects Leh Violence Probe, Wangchuk’s Allies Allegedly Tortured

October 3, 2025 Editor

Ladakh on the Edge: Leh Violence, Protests for Statehood, and the Fight for Dignity By: Javid Amin | 02 October 2025 A Flashpoint in the Himalayas Leh, October 2025 — Ladakh, India’s youngest Union Territory, is once again at the heart of political and social unrest. The September 24 police firing in Leh—which left four protesters dead, including Kargil war veteran Tsewang Tharchin—has triggered one of the most significant crises in Ladakh since its separation from Jammu & Kashmir in 2019. The incident occurred during demonstrations demanding full statehood and…

LAHDC Election: Kargil sees record turnout of 77.61%

October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 Editor

Kargil witnessed a turnout of 77.61% in the election to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) on Wednesday, indicating residents’ desire for democratic representation. It is the first election since the abrogation of Article 370 in the erstwhile state. These polls are seen as a barometer of public sentiment regarding the BJP-led Centre’s decision to grant Union Territory (UT) status to Ladakh, which includes Leh and Kargil districts. Currently, Ladakh is a UT without an Assembly. The voters were mostly concerned about preserving the unique identity of the region,…

Rahul Gandhi visits Pangong Lake, raises concerns over China’s activities

August 20, 2023 Editor

Raking up India-China border issues, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said people of Ladakh have been affected in a big way as their grazing land has been occupied by the neighbouring country. Gandhi asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claim that no one entered the Indian side of the line of actual control was untrue and can be confirmed by anyone in the area. “Here, the concern is of course the land that has been taken away by China. People have been affected in a big way because their…

Prospect of Gurez Valley’s connectivity to Kargil via Kaobal Gali on the Horizon

August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 Editor

The scenic Gurez Valley located on the Line of Control, 85 km from Bandipora district headquarters, may soon get a major tourism boost as authorities are considering opening the traditional Gurez-Kargil road via Kaobal Gali. The Gurez valley, which has witnessed a surge in tourist arrivals from far and wide in the past few years, offers new opportunities for local stakeholders to promote their businesses as homestays while hotels are mushrooming. To keep its eco-friendly nature intact, some local entrepreneurs have opened accommodations for stay in tents. Also Read |…

Heli services started in Ladakh, covering Leh, Kargil, Padum, Lingshed, Dibling, Neyrak, Diskit, Turtuk, Srinagar and Jammu

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Editor

The helicopter services in Ladakh are now open for tourists to travel across the Union Territory, with the first batch of tourists having already availed the heli-service, officials said. The first batch took the helicopter ride here on Tuesday. The helicopter services operated by the administration will be available to the locals and tourists across sectors in the Union Territory, they said. Rates to avail the service have been notified by the administration for the residents of Ladakh, according to the order from Ladakh’s civil aviation department. “Individuals desirous of…