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Ladakh gets its First FM Radio Station

On December 14, 2021, Ladakh received its first ever FM radio station in the capital city Leh. Key points The first-ever Top FM radio in Leh was launched by Advisor of Ladakh, Umang Narula. The frequency for Leh & Kargil ..

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Ladakh’s New State animal and State bird

Ladakh adopted two endangered species, snow leopard and black-necked crane, as its State animal and State bird respectively on September 1, 2021. Key Points Ladakh adopted these species two years after it was separate Union created as a separate Union ..

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World’s highest motorable road inaugurated in Ladakh

A road connecting Leh to the Pangong Lake was inaugurated on August 31, 2021 by Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal. Highlights The stretch passing through the Kela Pass at 18,600 feet is the world’s highest motorable way. The road was ..

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Ladakh removes need for Inner Line Permit for Indian nationals

Ladakh Administration has removed the need of an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for all Indian nationals who seeks to visit protected areas of union territory. Highlights Ladakh administration issued notification regarding the Inner Line Permit on August 6, 2021. According ..

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India-China Border Dispute: Troops disengaged in Gogra region of Eastern Ladakh

India and China have agreed to disengage their troops in the Gogra region of eastern Ladakh. Key Facts Both sides have agreed to restore the Line of Actual Control in the area. Troop disengagement process was carried after 15 months ..

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Ladakh: 1st UT to achieve 100% first dose coverage

Ladakh has become first Union Territory to vaccinate all residents and guest population; comprising of migrant labourers, hotel workers and Nepalese citizens earning their livelihood in the territory; with first dose of Covid-19 jab. Key Points In spite of Ladakh’s ..

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