US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrives in Ladakh, marking the first such visit by a top US diplomat since the 2020 Galwan clashes. The strategically important region remains a key India-China flashpoint along the LAC. Gor's visit, following his Kashmir engagements, is drawing attention in Beijing and highlighting the growing strategic depth of India-US ties. His earlier remark calling Kashmir “an important part of India” has also triggered a strong reaction from Pakistan.

With temperatures dropping below freezing, Pangong Lake in Ladakh became the backdrop for one of the world’s most extreme marathons. Battling icy winds and sub-zero temperatures, determined runners from Mumbai were seen pushing  through the harsh conditions to complete this breathtaking challenge of, full marathon (42.2 km) at Pangong Lake, located in the Leh district of Ladakh. The participants pushed their limits, proving that endurance is as much about mental strength as it is about physical fitness. Here’s their incredible journey as they battled extreme cold to cross the finish line.