Ladakh

From nine-hour treks to high-altitude helicopter sojourns, two lady IAS officers speak to The Better India on how they are ensuring every Indian can celebrate Desh Ka Mahatyohar, aka #GeneralElections2019.

Standing atop Mt. Saraswati in the Hanle Valley of Changthang, Ladakh, at nearly 14,800 feet above the mean sea level is the Indian Space Observatory—the third highest optical observatory in the world. And this is its story.

"As a Buddhist, it’s my duty to take care of all sentient beings. We have a traditional practice called Tsetar (‘Life Release’), whereby animals destined for slaughter are bought and then released into their native environment."

She began by building a sustainable resort, and gathering artisans. And now you can help preserve an ancient tradition. Check it out!

"Radio Leh for nearly 50 years has been the voice and conscience of Ladakh," writes the Ladakhi innovator. Here's how radio has made all the difference in our nation!

With just under 4000 of them left in the world, they have long been famous for their distinctive tall and sharp physical features. A unique history of a unique people.

PM Modi has laid the foundation stone, but there is a long way to go still. Here's what we hope the future will bring!

“Seeing the pain and suffering of others had inspired me to construct this road," says the inspiring 75-year-old who spent Rs 57 lakh of his own money to build the road! #RealLifeHero #Respect

India's women’s ice hockey team, entirely Ladakhi, trains with no equipment and little funds - but their dreams cannot be frozen in place. Here is their extraordinary journey!

A dead engine, sub-zero temperatures and even some artillery shelling did not faze these men, whose 1990 rescue has since become a legend.