President Ram Nath Kovind presents colours to Ladakh Scouts 
President Ram Nath Kovind, on his maiden visit to Ladakh after getting elected, presented colours to all five battalions of Ladakh Scouts on Monday. The President complimented the Scouts for their "outstanding performance" and their "exceptional valour and sacrifice". Notably, the award of President's colours is one of the honours given in recognition of exceptional service rendered to the nation.