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  • Ensure innocent Kashmiris are not doubted or harassed: Farooq Abdullah urges Centre, states

    In a statement, Abdullah expressed deep concern about the narratives that sometimes emerge after such unfortunate events and emphasised that those responsible for criminal acts constitute a minuscule fraction and in no way represent the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

  • Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah discharged from hospital

    The 87-year-old politician, known for his long career including three terms as chief minister, was hospitalised on Tuesday with an abdominal infection.

  • Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Farooq Abdullah hospitalised in Srinagar

    The 87-year-old leader had not been feeling well for the past few days.

  • Ashoka emblem vandalised at Srinagar's Hazratbal shrine; official demands action against vandals

    The plaque was vandalised by unidentified people and the national emblem removed with stones.

  • 'If they think Iran will abandon its nuclear ambition, they are...': Farooq Abdullah on US strikes on Iran

    After the U.S. strikes, Iran launched a barrage of missiles on Israel, as confirmed by both sides. Israeli media reported several explosions over various parts of the country, including Tel Aviv. The Israeli military too said it launched fresh strikes on military targets, including missile launchers, in western Iran.

  • Omar Abdullah holds special cabinet meet in Pahalgam to revive J&K's tourism

    This is the first time a cabinet meeting is taking place outside the traditional summer capital, Srinagar, or winter capital, Jammu, during this government's tenure.

  • 'Hua to hua': Farooq Abdullah does a Sam Pitroda on genocide of Kashmiri Pandits

    Farooq Abdullah, however, conceded once again that he was wrong in his understanding of Pakistan and strongly advocated that the Modi government take back Pakistan Occupied Kashmir.

  • Farooq Abdullah responds to Pakistan's nuclear threat: 'We also have nuclear power, will not use it unless...'

    Farooq Abdullah said his party has extended full support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in any action the government takes in wake of the Pahalgam terror attack.

  • 'Kashmiris threw two-nation theory into water': Farooq Abdullah's clear message to Pakistan

    Talking about the two-nation theory, Abdullah was clear in his response to Pakistan's oft-repeated subject of 'two-nation theory'. He said that the people of Jammu and Kashmir rejected the theory in 1947 and aren't ready to accept it even today.

  • Violence in West Bengal direct fallout of growing Hindu-Muslim divide in country: Farooq Abdullah

    Asked about some BJP leaders raising questions over the Supreme Court after its directions on the Waqf Amendment Act, the NC leader said the four pillars of democracy – legislature, executive, judiciary and the media – keep democracy alive in the country

  • Farooq Abdullah seeks PM's intervention amid reports about slashing of India's Haj quota

    He was responding to a question about some opposition leaders flagging the issue on Sunday even as there was no official word from the government on the matter so far.

  • Farooq Abdullah sings bhajan during Vaishno Devi visit in J&K's Katra | Watch

    In the video which has gone viral on social media, Abdullah was seen donning a traditional red-coloured scarf, often associated with Vaishno Devi pilgrims.

  • 'Encounters keep taking place...': Farooq Abdullah on recent Army operations in J&K

    Speaking to the press on Tuesday, Abdullah shared his optimism about Jammu and Kashmir's development. He believes that the new government will lead the region towards prosperity in the coming years.

  • 1st priority for new J&K govt would be uniting people of Jammu, Kashmir: Farooq Abdullah

    He also said restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood would be on the new government's agenda.

  • 'How come he is suddenly BJP's friend?': Farooq Abdullah's big charge on Independent candidates in J&K poll fray

    Who knows? Let’s see. Nothing is ruled out in politics, except (that) we are not going with the BJP, says NC president on alliance with PDP in case of hung assembly.

  • Jammu and Kashmir polls: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah calls for thoughtful voting, warns against "agents from Delhi"

    "Think carefully," the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said and asked voters to be aware of individuals "sent by Delhi" who may not have their best interests at heart.

  • 'NC-Congress will restore J&K statehood': Farooq Abdullah vows ahead of Assembly elections

    Home Minister Shah had accused the Congress-National Conference alliance of seeking to return to the "old system" and reaffirmed the NDA government's stance against terrorism and any for of "autonomy" or injustice.

  • Alliance with Cong need of the hour, says Farooq Abdullah

    The former chief minister also said that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's visit to the Union territory was a slap on the faces of those who would brand mainstream leaders of Jammu and Kashmir as Pakistanis or Khalistanis

  • JKCA case: HC quashes ED charge sheets against Farooq Abdullah, others

    A single bench order passed by Justice Sanjeev Kumar said no predicate offence was made against the individuals and hence the charge sheet and supplementary charge sheet filed by the ED are quashed

  • Farooq Abdullah Condemns Pakistan For Facilitating Cross Border Terrorism

    After five Army personnel were killed in an ambush by terrorists in Kathua district on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on July 9, JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah condemned Pakistan for harbouring terrorists and facilitating cross border terrorism in India. While attacking Pakistan, Farooq Abdullah said the neighbouring country should stop before it’s too late.

  • Home Minister Amit Shah Lambasts Farooq Abdullah Over ‘Pak Has nukes’ Remark

    Home Minister Amit Shah takes on JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah over ‘Pakistan has nuke’ remark and asserted that PoK is part of India. Further he attacked opposition over ‘respect Pak’ remark and said, respect Pakistan means what? Give up PoK? He said, “As far as PoK is concerned, it is not only the commitment of the BJP but also the commitment of the Parliament of the country. PoK is a part of India and we have rights over it. No one can deny that...Farooq Abdullah and Congress leaders are saying that Pakistan has an atom bomb, so respect them...will an Atomic power with a 130 cr population Bharat, be scared of someone and give up its right? Rahul Baba should explain to the country what are their alliance leaders saying, respect Pakistan? Give up PoK?.. Never!” #amitshah #pakistan #nukes

  • Lok Sabha Election 2024: Farooq Abdullah not to contest polls due to health reasons, says Omar Abdullah

    Lok Sabha Polls: Farooq Abdullah, 86, is the Srinagar MP. In his over 40-year political career, he served as J&K chief minister and has also been a member of the Rajya Sabha

  • Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Farooq Abdullah’s NC to contest all seats in J&K - what does it mean?

    Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The decision has surprised many in view of Abdullah's recent lament that “We are gradually moving towards a situation where there will be one country ruled by a single party”.

  • National Conference president Farooq Abdullah skips ED appearance

    The 86-year-old politician was called by the central agency at its Srinagar office in connection with an ED investigation into alleged irregularities in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA).

  • ED summons NC president Farooq Abdullah for questioning in money laundering case

    The 86-year-old politician is understood to have been called in connection with the federal agency's investigation into alleged irregularities in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association

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