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The INR 3,350-crore development package includes a new airport terminal in Leh, a road that cuts travel time to three hours, and initiatives to promote adventure tourism, winter sports and heritage conservation
The Chang Chenmo Expedition 2026 saw climbers negotiate extreme cold, difficult terrain and water shortages while exploring a remote region of eastern Ladakh
Winter in Ladakh brings more than snow leopard sightings. As temperatures drop, several high-altitude animals become easier to spot across valleys and rocky slopes
India's first high-altitude wildlife safari sounds like progress for Ladakh's fauna. The man behind India's Wildlife Protection Act and a Leh-based conservationist explain why the terrain and the tourism model already in place say otherwise
Ladakh is considering a single Protected Area Permit for foreign tourists, along with airport verification desks, fewer checkpoints, and digital registration measures
Suru Outdoor Fest returns to Suru Valley near Kargil this September with bouldering, mountain biking, kayaking, highlining, music, and more
Running from August 1–10 across eight sites, the sā Ladakh Biennale transforms Ladakh's villages, monasteries, and landscapes into the world's highest regenerative land art biennale
Ladakh has granted protected monument status to 23 heritage sites across Leh and Kargil, including prehistoric petroglyphs, ancient forts, meditation caves, and Buddhist monuments
The Zojila Tunnel marks a major step in connecting Kashmir and Ladakh, cutting through the Himalayas at high altitude. Once complete, it will ease travel across the Zojila Pass, reduce journey time, and end months-long winter isolation in the region
Ladakh has more than just Pangong and Leh. These seven offbeat destinations offer raw landscapes, rich culture, and experiences far from the usual tourist trail
Set high in Ladakh at over 3,000 metres, the Sā Ladakh Art Biennale returns in 2026, turning the Himalayan landscape into an open-air exhibition focused on climate, ecology and culture across the Leh–Kargil corridor
Ladakh is developing Choglamsar and Wari La in Leh as a “Valley of Flowers” to boost tourism and add colour to its cold desert landscape. The project focuses on planting hardy, high-altitude species and is expected to be completed by June 2026
The Piprahwa relics will be exhibited across Ladakh from May 1 to 15, drawing devotees and travellers
A cold desert urban forestry and food forest initiative has been launched in Drass, Ladakh, to expand green cover, improve soil health and support food security in the high-altitude region where vegetation remains below one per cent
Leh airport ramps up to 18 daily flights ahead of peak season, linking Ladakh with Delhi, Mumbai, Srinagar and Chandigarh. Charter services and more flights are coming, signalling a major push to revive tourism and local livelihoods
The Apricot Blossom Festival 2026 in Ladakh marks the arrival of spring, when apricot orchards across Leh and Kargil burst into bloom. Villages come alive with music, dance, and food, offering a glimpse into local culture and traditions
From geopolitical tensions to heavy rainfall, multiple disruptions led to a noticeable fall in tourist arrivals in Ladakh in 2025
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Leh in Ladakh on Monday morning, sending tremors across parts of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir. No casualties or major damage have been reported so far
After a Pallas’s cat was hunted by feral dogs in Ladakh, conservationists are questioning how unchecked canine populations are altering predator–prey balance in one of India’s most sensitive landscapes
In a forgotten Himalayan valley, Tar Village offers a lesson in slow living and quiet resilience
A young NRI traveller recounts her unforgettable journey through Ladakh, from the thin air of Leh to the snowy heights of Khardung La, Pangong’s colour-changing waters, ancient monasteries, starlit camps, and moments that stitched her closer to India
A reflective journey through Ladakh’s shifting landscapes, tracing the stark, stunning stretch from Jispa to Sarchu and Debring while escaping Delhi’s pollution for mountain silence
BRO has broken its own Guinness World Record by building the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass in Ladakh. Standing at 19,400 feet, the road surpasses Umling La and enhances strategic connectivity
Massive protests in Leh saw BJP office and police vehicle set on fire. Centre-Ladakh talks resume on October 6. Travellers should avoid protest sites and crowded areas until the situation stabilises
Plans have been announced to develop Siachen and Galwan Valley into sustainable tourist destinations, aiming to attract global visitors by highlighting the region’s natural beauty and the bravery associated with its frontier areas
A recent scientific paper found that Ladakh's snow leopard population numbers around 477. Outlook Traveller spoke to a photographer and a scientist about the importance of the big cat to the Himalayan region
From conflict to coexistence: a social activist from Ladakh shares Markha Valley’s journey to becoming a place where people and wildlife thrive together—so much so that snow leopards can sometimes be seen from rooftops
Elevate your Ladakh experience at The Grand Dragon, where luxury and tradition come together in breathtaking harmony
From high-altitude lakes and ancient monasteries to epic road trips and boutique stays, here’s your complete guide to experiencing the best of Ladakh in 2025
Outlook Traveller looks into the challenges that go into building Asia's longest bidirectional tunnel and the environmental impacts of this monumental infrastructural project in the Indian Himalayan Region
At 3,500 metres above sea level, a bear-watching trip in Mushkoh village in Ladakh becomes a memorable lesson in nature, war, and mountain hospitality
Noor Jahan, a national-level ice hockey player, is the founder of Shesrig Ladakh, an independent art conservation initiative in Leh that works in restoring thangkas, murals, manuscripts, and sculptures
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