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There is certainly “something more than meets the eye” about these violent protests.

Leh protests not Arab Spring, nor like Nepal

September 26, 2025, 01:44 PM - 7 min read

Given the sensitive geographical location of the region, the government will need to be extra vigilant about the forces behind the violent protest.

What stands out in this situation is the continued commitment to dialogue and peaceful engagement.

Will Ladakh’s demands finally be met?

September 26, 2025, 01:24 PM - 5 min read

Several factors make resolution a nuanced endeavour. Constitutional and legal complexities exist, given the distinct religious, cultural and economic interests of Leh and Kargil. And the strategic location of Ladakh, bordering China and Pakistan adds layers of national security considerations as well.

Congress Party General Secretary in charge of communication, Jairam Ramesh.

Govt must respect people’s aspirations in Ladakh: Congress

September 26, 2025, 12:40 PM - 2 min read

The assertion comes days after violent protests claimed the lives of four people and injured more than 90, while 40 police personnel also sustained injuries in the action.

Centre must address youth concerns in Ladakh: Karan Singh

September 25, 2025, 08:19 PM - 2 min read

The son of the last Dogra ruler also appealed to the people of Ladakh to remain calm and voice their demands peacefully.

On Wednesday, the Centre had placed the blame for the attack on BJP’s office in Leh on Wagchuk, saying his “provocative” speeches and references to the Arab Spring and Nepal’s Gen Z protests had instigated the mob that set fire to the property

Centre cancels FCRA license of activist Sonam Wangchuk’s NGO

September 25, 2025, 07:49 PM - 4 min read

A day after the deadly Ladakh violence, the Centre cancelled the FCRA license of Sonam Wangchuk’s NGO, Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL), citing violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act that it was registered under

Congress’s media and publicity department head, Pawan Khera.

Congress accuses BJP of brewing violence in Ladakh

September 25, 2025, 03:53 PM - 2 min read

Congress’s media and publicity department head, Pawan Khera, said the loss of precious lives in Ladakh was unfortunate.

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president Farooq Abdullah.

Situation in Ladakh serious concern, says Farooq

September 25, 2025, 03:38 PM - 2 min read

Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters here in Srinagar, Farooq said people of Ladakh, led by Sonam Wangchuk, had been peacefully protesting for the past 15 days, demanding statehood and the Sixth Schedule.

The statehood movement in Ladakh turned into violence, arson, and street clashes in Leh on Wednesday.

Situation in Ladakh under control: Centre

September 25, 2025, 12:34 PM - 2 min read

The statehood movement in Ladakh descended into violence, arson, and street clashes in Leh on Wednesday, leaving four people dead and at least 80 injured, including 40 police personnel, officials said.

CRPF women to traverse high altitude terrains of Ladakh on bike

September 23, 2025, 07:58 PM - 2 min read

It was a momentous occasion for CRPF today when a remarkable all-women bike expedition was flagged off by the DG GP Singh amid enthusiasm of the participants from historic Lal Chowk in Srinagar today. The dare devil expedition will reach Pangong Tso Lake in Ladakh and return to Srinagar on October 1.

Vanishing stars: India’s night sky dimmed by light pollution

September 12, 2025, 06:10 PM - 5 min read

Once a familiar ribbon across the heavens, the Milky Way has all but disappeared from Indian cities. With 80 per cent of the world already light-polluted, scientists warn that vanishing starlight is not only a cultural loss but an ecological and medical crisis demanding urgent intervention.

Players in action during the 2024 edition of the Khelo India Winter Games in Leh. File photo.

Khelo India Winter Games begin in Ladakh

January 23, 2025, 01:02 PM - 5 min read

The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2025 will begin in Leh with 428 athletes from 19 teams competing in ice hockey and ice skating. The event features a traditional Ladakhi-style opening ceremony and will be live-streamed until January 27.

The bailey bridge constructed by the Indian Army. Image via X.

Army builds two bailey bridges between Ladakh’s Shyok, Nubra valleys

January 22, 2025, 06:24 PM - 2 min read

Constructed by the Fire and Fury Corps Engineers, the two bridges -- 50 feet wide and 100 feet in length -- reduce travel distance by approximately 40 km and cut travel time by around two hours for the farthest villages in Nubra and Shyok valleys, he said.