LADAKH GLACIER
BJP went back on Sixth Schedule promise, will continue movement till demands are met: Sonam Wangchuk
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk led a 21-day fast in sub-zero temperatures in March this year, seeking autonomy for Ladakh. The protesters, who were inspired by actor Aamir Khan's character Rancho in Bollywood blockbuster "3 Idiots," argued that the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution should protect the mountains, glaciers, and ecology of Ladakh. Wangchuk said that locals are concerned that without safeguards, their lands will be taken over by corporates and outsiders who may not respect the environment in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region.
Why Indian Army is worried about China's road at 16,000 ft in Shaksgam Valley
The Indian Army is closely monitoring China's construction of a road in the Shaksgam Valley, analyzing its military implications. This development raises concerns as the road could threaten Indian defenses in the Siachen Glacier area. India has protested against the construction, which aims to connect the Karakoram Highway to the Upper Shaksgam Valley, bordering the Siachen Glacier. If extended, the road could pose a dual threat from Pakistan and China. India is actively engaging in dialogue to address this issue and protect its territory.
Indian Army celebrates 40 years of 'Operation Meghdoot' on Siachen Glacier
The Indian Army celebrates 40 years since 'Operation Meghdoot' began, securing the Siachen Glacier. Technological advancements include VSAT technology for communication, heavy-lift helicopters, and logistic drones for essential supplies. Medical infrastructure and connectivity improvements benefit troops and local communities. Indian Air Force's role in airlifting troops and supplies, including fighter aircraft operations, has been crucial in maintaining military dominance in the region. Despite extreme conditions, the IAF continues to support operations, setting records in endurance and technical proficiency.
"One of the happiest moments for me": Defence Minister Rajnath Singh celebrates Holi with troops in Leh, praises Ladakh's bravery
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, originally scheduled to celebrate Holi with armed forces personnel in Siachen, will now mark the festival in Leh due to inclement weather in Siachen. The change was announced through a post on the Raksha Mantri's official social media handle. The Siachen Glacier, where Singh was initially set to celebrate, is known as the world's highest battleground, situated near the Line of Control between India and Pakistan. Further updates on Singh's tour program are awaited.
"Modi ki Chinese guarantee": Congress Chief Kharge alleges Centre of putting country's territorial integrity "at risk"
Congress Chief Kharge, in a post on X, also accused the Modi government of "attacking the constitutional rights of our own citizens of Ladakh". "Modi Ki Chinese Guarantee! In Ladakh, there is a strong wave of public support, with unified calls for protection for tribal communities under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution," he said, adding that the Congress remains committed to protecting Ladakh and securing national interests at the borders.
KDA call for strike, protests in Kargil on March 20, express solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk
The KDA has also extended support to innovator Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a fast in Leh for 12 days now, pressing for the same demands. The KDA also informed that the meeting with its counterpart Apex Body Leh will be held soon to chalk out the future course of action.
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Turtuk residents demand seat for Baltis in Hill Council of Ladakh
Residents of the border area of Turtuk in Ladakh are demanding an additional seat in the Ladakh Hill Development Council and a degree college for the area. Turtuk, a Balti-speaking region, was part of Skardu in Gilgit Baltistan until 1971 when it came under Indian control. The BJP MP from Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, has raised concerns about the lack of development and problems faced by the people in the region.
Missiles, Jets, Radars: Here is IAF's Rs 3 lakh-crore strategic plan to counter China-Pakistan threat
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking steps to counter the challenges posed by China and Pakistan by upgrading their tactics and equipment. This includes the induction of fighters, helicopters, missiles, and radars worth Rs 2.5 to 3 lakh crore over the next few years. The IAF is closely monitoring the situation along the Line of Actual Control with China using intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. They have also deployed radars and surface-to-air guided weapons along the border.
Melting of Ladakh glacier could form three glacial lakes: Study
Parkachik Glacier is one of the largest glacier in the Suru River valley, which is a part of the Southern Zanskar Ranges, western Himalaya. The Zanskar Range, part of the Himalayas, lies in the union territory of Ladakh.
IAF Mi-17 helicopter makes precautionary landing in village near Jodhpur
The Mi-17V5 is the workhorse of the force and is used for maintaining Indian positions in the Siachen glacier and Eastern Ladakh on a daily basis along with the high altitude and far-flung areas in Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. Notably, this is the second such case of the defence forces' helicopter landing in less than a week.
Ladakh to host India's first frozen-lake marathon at Pangong Tso
It is being organised by the Adventure Sports Foundation of Ladakh (ASFL) in collaboration with the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Leh, the Tourism Department and the Leh district administration.
Army units in Ladakh dominate Northern Command investiture ceremony
"It is a matter of immense honour for me to be presiding over the first segment of the investiture ceremony at Srinagar. This event is to commend the inspirational acts of bravery, commitment and sacrifice, in the true traditions of Indian Army, by selected units of Northern Command which has contributed to stability along the LoC and LAC," General officer Commanding in Chief of Army's Northern Command Lt General Upendra Dwivedi said in his address.
Hundreds join Sonam Wangchuk on final day of his 5-day hunger strike on issues of Ladakh
The apex body and KDA, a separate amalgam of socio-religious, political and youth organisations, are jointly spearheading a campaign to press for their four-point demands which include full statehood and safeguards under the Sixth Schedule to the region.
Ladakhi innovator Sonam Wangchuk says he's under house arrest, police deny charge
In a tweet on Saturday, Wangchuk shared a copy of a bond, which among other things sought an undertaking that he will not make any comments, statements, public speech, hold or participate in public assemblies or any activity related to the recent events in Leh district.
Sonam Wangchuk is leading a climate fast in Ladakh. Here's why
Sonam Wangchuk sent an SOS to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 23. He made a plea to the prime minister to take action as 'everything is not well in Ladakh'.
Administration puts restrictions on Sonam Wangchuk fasting to save Ladakh
The Ladakh administration has restricted movement of the famous innovator Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a five day fast demanding sixth schedule of the constitution and other safeguards for the region, besides urging people to change their carbon intensive lifestyle to fight climate change.
Sonam Wangchuk's 5-day climate fast at Khardungla pass in -20°C earns him high praise from Anand Mahindra
The climate activist appealed to PM Modi to protect Ladakh from 'industrial exploitation'.
Sonam Wangchuk, Ladakh activist to sit on ‘Climate fast’ at -40 degrees
The Constitution requires that 50% of a region's population be tribal in order for the 6th Schedule to apply. Ladakh, which has a tribal population of over 95%, was expected to be included shortly, according to Wangchuk in the video.
Made-in-India Prachand combat choppers carry out wargames with Army, performing well: IAF pilots
The Prachand Light Combat Helicopters were inducted into the Air Force on October 3 last year and have been flying extensively in the desert sector since then.
View: India’s road to Net Zero - Not the time to cut back on Ambition or Purpose
Spread over 4.2 million square kilometres, the Himalayas store the highest amount of snow and ice after the polar regions. Its glaciers provide freshwater and other important ecosystem services to more than 750 million people. Regions like Ladakh, which receive little rainfall, are home to large rivers only because of these glaciers that provide water throughout the year.
ITBP creates 1st mountain-warfare training school in NE for LAC guarding troops
ITBP has created its first mountain-warfare training centre in northeast India, its second overall, to skill its troops in high-altitude combat and survival tactics as part of their mandate to guard the Line of Actual Control with China.
Army digs out old sleeping bags for troop acclimatisation in Ladakh
With thousands of troops deployed to new forward posts in eastern Ladakh after aggressive moves by China, the Army has been forced to dig out old sleeping bags from its reserves to equip soldiers for bitter winter months on the frontier.
Rs 1,200-crore plan to hook up Nubra, Zanskar in Ladakh to national grid
The government is implementing a Rs 1,200-crore project to hook up Nubra valley in the country’s northern tip, and Zanskar, among the least-explored regions of Kargil, with the national power grid, casting one of the first building blocks of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s plan to make Ladakh carbon-neutral.
India building new road to Ladakh for troop movement without enemy observation
India is also working on providing alternative connectivity to the strategically important Sub-Sector North including the Daulat Beg Oldi and other areas there for the last three years and work has already started from the world's highest motorable road Khardung La pass.
Why is PM now mum on restoring status quo ante in Ladakh & on promises made to troops at Nimu: Antony
Antony has charged the government with “shelving the Mountain Strike Corps” started by the UPA regime to combat Chinese aggression.
View: India has several trump cards it can use if Beijing reneges — yet again
If Chinese companies are gradually shut out of India, China will take a hit.
DRDO developing agricultural technologies for locals and army in high altitude areas of Eastern Ladakh
The Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), a DRDO lab based in Leh, has been contributing to the agro-animal development of the Ladakh region by providing training programs on the cultivation techniques and technologies that it has developed for locals at places such as Shyok, Darbuk, Tangtse and Demchok.
How India defends its border with China
The latest skirmish with China has shifted focus on whether India is prepared for an escalation at the LAC.
A stalemate favours India, exposes Chinese limits
India cannot withdraw from the Galwan valley, and if China refuses to budge from its new positions close to the LAC as a new pressure point, a prolonged standoff lasting through the summer is possible.
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