The Indian Army has established two of the world's highest tank repair facilities near the China border in Eastern Ladakh, where over 500 tanks and infantry combat vehicles are deployed amidst the ongoing stand-off with China.

The main points in Namgyal’s agenda include statehood for Ladakh , establishment of a public service commission there and separate Lok Sabha seats for Leh and Kargil districts as well as exclusive rights over resources in Ladakh for the indigenous people, land rights, and job reservations.

Amidst the rugged terrain of Poonch, tragedy struck as an Indian Air Force (IAF) convoy faced a cowardly terrorist ambush. In the aftermath, the nation mourns the loss of Corporal Vikky Pahade, a brave defender who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.

In Ladakh's political arena, BJP's incumbent MP, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, reaffirmed his allegiance to the party by extending support to candidate Tashi Gyalson, following internal disagreements.

The Indian Army recently inaugurated a new selfie point at Hombotingla Pass in Ladakh, paying tribute to the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas. This joint initiative by the Indian Army and the Tourism Department of Kargil aims to honour the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers who fought in the Kargil War.

Nine rounds of talks have taken place and failed between the governments and local leaders. The Centre has agreed to look into all the concerns except the demand for Statehood and inclusion into the Sixth Schedule, which is primal to who will run Ladakh.

The parties have decided to hold a joint meeting after Eid, as announced by Chering Dorjay Lakruk, LAB co-chairman, so what transpires is anybody's guess.

The highway was rendered impassable in February following heavy snowfall, disrupting essential supplies and travel between the regions. 

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is currently on a pivotal visit to Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, led by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar, along with a delegation of twelve members. Their primary objective is to oversee the preparations for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in the region.

The statement further said, "The High Powered Committee chaired by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs has been actively working with LAB and KDA representatives."

In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the largest public gathering in Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370. Scheduled for March 7, this visit marks a pivotal moment in the region's trajectory post the constitutional amendment.

The Chinese military intervention in May 2020 resulted in the Galwan Valley fight, which was India and China's most significant military confrontation in decades.