A political divide has emerged in Jammu and Kashmir over the strategy to restore full statehood, with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) deciding not to participate in a protest planned by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the National Conference (NC) at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The decision has highlighted differing political approaches among regional...
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accused the Central Government of deliberately delaying the restoration of statehood to the Union Territory because the people elected the National Conference (NC) to form the government. His remarks have added fresh momentum to the ongoing political debate over the constitutional and administrative future of Jammu and...
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said that Kashmir’s future as one of India’s leading tourist destinations depends on preserving its natural environment rather than promoting unchecked commercial development. Stressing that the Valley is not meant to become a “Disneyland,” he said protecting lakes, glaciers, mountains and forests will remain at the heart...
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has formally urged Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to intervene in an issue that has become a growing concern for livestock traders and transporters operating between the two regions. The matter revolves around allegations that livestock-carrying vehicles traveling through Punjab are being subjected to unauthorized fee collections...
Political debate over alcohol regulation has intensified in Jammu and Kashmir after several leaders and social groups called upon the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to explore stricter liquor control measures inspired by the approach recently advocated in Tamil Nadu. The demand has emerged amid growing discussions around the social and economic impact...
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is scheduled to meet on Tuesday to deliberate on several key issues, including the demand for statehood, reservation policy, and the upcoming autumn session of the Legislative Assembly. The cabinet is expected to recommend that the Lieutenant Governor convene the Assembly...
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday visited flood-affected areas of Anantnag district to personally assess the scale of damage and assure relief to impacted families. The Chief Minister toured several localities of Anantnag town and surrounding areas hit by the floods. At the local Dak Bungalow, he held a review meeting...
Five days after a devastating cloudburst struck the Machail Mata Yatra base camp in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has stated that the chances of finding the 70 missing individuals alive are extremely low. The tragedy, which claimed at least 64 lives, has left rescue teams racing against time. Speaking to...
Srinagar, Aug 16: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Kishtwar on Friday to meet families affected by the devastating cloudburst that struck Chasoti village. The incident, which triggered massive landslides, claimed the lives of at least 60 people, most of them pilgrims, while several others were injured or remain missing. Expressing deep grief...
In a bold act of defiance against the central government, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, accompanied by his cabinet ministers, ascended a railing on Monday to visit the Martyrs’ Graveyard in Nowhatta and pay their respects with floral tributes. In the footage, Abdullah is seen making his way to the graveyard alongside his...