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Sonam Wangchuk appeals to President Murmu, alleges smear campaign by Ladakh administration
Sonam Wangchuk has expressed concerns to President Droupadi Murmu regarding administrative actions affecting critics in Ladakh. He alleges that a smear campaign is being orchestrated by the Lieutenant Governor's administration against him and others. The appeal follows the cancellation of the land lease for the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh, which he co-founded.
Ladakh administration asks Sonam Wangchuk-founded institute to halt school activities pending HC decision
The Ladakh administration has directed the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, founded by Sonam Wangchuk, to stop activities at its Desert Flower School in Leh until the High Court delivers its decision in a pending matter concerning the institute. The notice cited the absence of requisite approvals and clearances for starting classes.
Five appeals, 15 visits, 30 calls: Sonam Wangchuk cites administrative delays in execution of HIAL land lease
Sonam Wangchuk has blamed administrative delays for the failure to execute a lease deed for land allotted to his Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL), citing a February 2021 letter from the Ladakh administration that said the process was pending a new lease policy. Wangchuk said he made five written appeals, 15 visits and 30 phone calls seeking the deed.
Have a heart: Sonam Wangchuk's wife asks critics not to rush to judge him for ending hunger strike
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike, having received commitments from the government. His wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, reached out for public compassion during this challenging time. Wangchuk’s fast resulted in a sharp loss of eleven kilograms, and he is now recovering at Medanta Hospital's intensive care unit. The government has agreed to consider changes in examination policies and possible compensation for students impacted by the situation.
Delhi High Court declines urgent hearing of plea on police brutality on CJP protesters
The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing for a petition alleging excessive police force. The court stated the matter would be listed for hearing on Wednesday. Thousands joined the Cockroach Janta Party's march demanding the Education Minister's resignation. The party accused police of preventing protesters from reaching Parliament and causing injuries.
Who is Gitanjali J Angmo? Sonam Wangchuk's wife, HIAL co-founder and karate black belt
Gitanjali J Angmo is leading Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing protest after his hospitalization. She will lead the Cockroach Janta Party's march to Parliament on July 20. Wangchuk had been on an indefinite hunger strike for three weeks. Angmo has remained by his side and taken charge of the campaign. She also serves as CEO and dean of HIAL.

Delhi High Court to hear today Wangchuk's wife's appeal against order on treatment at Safdarjung
The Delhi High Court will hear an appeal regarding Sonam Wangchuk's hospital treatment. His wife challenges an order refusing to interfere with his current medical care. The appeal argues the single judge misinterpreted previous court directives on monitoring Wangchuk. Authorities contend Wangchuk was taken to Safdarjung Hospital due to his medical condition.

Sonam Wangchuk's wife Angmo moves Delhi HC again challenging Safdarjung hospital transfer denial
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Dr Gitanjali Angmo, has again approached the Delhi High Court, challenging a Single Judge's order refusing to shift him from Safdarjung Hospital to a private hospital. The appeal cites violations of informed consent, bodily autonomy and Wangchuk's fundamental rights under Articles 19 and 21.

'Govt afraid of Sonam Wangchuk's march': Wife Angmo says Centre's health concerns are 'charade'
Sonam Wangchuk's wife alleged his hospitalisation was a charade. She stated his health was not declining before being taken from the protest site. Medical reports showed normal health parameters the evening prior to his transfer. She questioned the forcible removal and demanded transfer to a private hospital. The government's health concerns were a pretext to prevent his planned march.

Delhi HC agrees to urgently hear Gitanjali Angmo's plea to shift Sonam Wangchuk to private hospital
The Delhi High Court will urgently hear a plea concerning climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. His wife seeks to move him from Safdarjung Hospital to a private facility. She alleged a loss of faith and refusal to discharge him. Discrepancies in potassium level reports were also highlighted by the family. Police presence at the hospital has restricted family movement and access.

Supreme Court adjourns hearing on wife's plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk's detention to Feb 26
The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention case. His wife filed a plea challenging his National Security Act detention. The court previously questioned the government about Wangchuk's health. The Centre claims Wangchuk instigated violence in Leh, leading to deaths and injuries.

Sonam Wangchuk wants thermometer for experiments, says wife
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, currently detained under the NSA in Jodhpur jail, has sought a thermometer to carry out experiments on eco-responsive architecture aimed at improving jail barracks, according to his wife Gitanjali J Angmo.

Detaining authority didn't apply mind, relied on irrelevant material: Sonam Wangchuk's wife to SC
Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, argued in the Supreme Court that her husband's detention under the NSA was based on irrelevant material and a failure to apply due diligence. She contended that not providing four key videos violated Wangchuk's right to effective representation, as the grounds of detention were allegedly copy-pasted from the SSP's recommendation.

Apex court to hear wife's plea against Sonam Wangchuk's detention today
The Supreme Court has opted to delay the hearing of the plea filed against the detention of climate advocate Sonam Wangchuk, as requested by his wife. Wangchuk is currently held under the National Security Act, and the court will reconvene on January 8 to address the issue.

Wangchuk detained only to silence his dissent: Wife to SC
In a significant turn of events, Gitanjali J Angmo, whose husband Sonam Wangchuk is a well-known climate activist, has turned to the Supreme Court for justice. She asserts that her husband's detention is an unjust bid to stifle his critical voice following turbulent protests in Leh.

Ladakh violence: SC seeks response of Centre, UT of Ladakh on plea against Sonam Wangchuk's detention
The Supreme Court has accepted an amended plea from Gitanjali J Angmo concerning the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk. The court has requested a response from the Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh within ten days. The matter is scheduled for further hearing on November 24.

Ladakh violence: Sonam Wangchuk’s wife to amend petition, challenge detention grounds in SC
The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on Gitanjali J Angmo's plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk's detention. The court noted her intention to amend the petition. Wangchuk's elder brother and lawyer have met him in Jodhpur jail. The activist was detained under the National Security Act following violent protests in Ladakh. The government accused him of inciting the violence.

Ladakh violence: SC adjourns to October 15 hearing on plea of Sonam Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali Angmo challenging his detention
The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on a plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk's detention under the National Security Act to October 15. His wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, is seeking his immediate release and questioning the NSA's invocation. Wangchuk was detained on September 26 following violent protests in Ladakh.

Ladakh violence: SC notice to Centre, Ladakh UT on Sonam Wangchuk's wife's plea challenging detention
The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Ladakh. This concerned a plea by Sonam Wangchuk's wife. She challenged his detention under the National Security Act. The court refused to order grounds of detention. Wangchuk was detained after protests in Ladakh. He is currently lodged in Jodhpur jail. The next hearing is scheduled for October 14.
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