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Ladakh Lok Sabha Result 2024: Independent candidate Mohmad Haneefa wins
Independent candidate Mohmad Haneefa secured victory in the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency, triumphing over Congress rival Tsering Namgyal by 27,906 votes. Haneefa garnered 65,303 votes, while Namgyal received 37,397 votes, and BJP's Tashi Gyalson got 31,956 votes in the three-way race. Haneefa, a former National Conference district president, is the fourth independent to win the seat since its establishment in 1967.
Five in fray for Ladakh Lok Sabha seat; 3 nominations rejected
During scrutiny, nominations of two covering candidates and an Independent were rejected for Ladakh constituency, leaving five candidates in fray. The constituency, largest in India, will have polls on May 20.
Ladakh Statehood: Wangchuk says govt has something to hide if they stop peaceful march
The Ladakh administration imposed prohibitory orders on rallies and reduced internet speed, hindering the Apex Body's planned 'border march' demanding Ladakh's statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion. The District Magistrate imposed restrictions citing potential breach of peace, sparking backlash. The LAB called for peaceful protest and criticized the clampdown as an "overreaction."
Amid Covid surge, Leh makes masks compulsory in public places
The Leh district administration has ordered mandatory mask-wearing in public places due to rising COVID-19 cases. The District Disaster Management Authority CEO, Santosh Sukhadeve, urged people to maintain social distancing and avoid unnecessary gatherings. Heads of departments and sub-divisional magistrates will ensure compliance.
Leh administration seeks army's help to demine a border village
The Leh administration has sought the army's help in sanitising the area in Lukung village of eastern Ladakh, where two labourers were killed in a mine blast earlier this week. The area is believed to have unexploded shells planted during the India-China war of 1962.
First batch of e-buses rolled out in Kargil
The first batch of four electric buses has been rolled out in Kargil as part of an initiative to transform Ladakh into a carbon-neutral Union Territory. The buses, provided by SIDCO Transport, Ladakh, are aimed at reducing carbon emissions and providing better public transportation facilities. One bus will operate within Kargil town, another will travel from Kargil to Sankoo, and two buses will operate on the Kargil-Leh route.
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COVID-19: Curfew extended in Ladakh till May 24
The extension of the curfew, which was scheduled to end on May 17, was ordered by the district magistrates of Leh and Kargil in separate orders.
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