Omar Abdullah

J&K Rajya Sabha polls: Farooq Abdullah, BJP reject allegations of 'fixed match'

On Friday, the ruling NC won three seats, while the BJP managed one in the first Rajya Sabha elections held in Jammu and Kashmir after it became a Union territory in 2019.

J&K statehood with BJP as ally? Omar Abdullah takes firm stand

There was a possibility that by including the BJP in the government, we could get a gift. They would have granted statehood to us sooner, says J&K CM.

Will resign rather than ally with BJP for statehood restoration: JK CM Omar Abdullah

Abdullah said had he included the BJP in the government, the statehood might have been restored sooner.

‘When they fail…’: Omar Abdullah defends Congress over Ladakh violence, blames BJP

Talking to reporters on the sidelines of his visit to the flood-affected villages in Reasi district, Abdullah said the Lieutenant Governor-led Ladakh administration should see why it failed in the first place to take necessary measures to maintain peace.

Pahalgam an aberration, not norm; J-K calm, open for business: CM Abdullah

During his interaction with the business leaders, Abdullah, while talking about the perception-versus-reality gap about peace and security in the region, said J-K today is calm, peaceful, and open for business.

Hazratbal row: Omar Abdullah questions use of national emblem on mosque plaque, parties demand removal of Waqf Board chief

Omar Abdullah condemned Andrabi’s response, saying that the board 'played with the sentiments of the people' and is now using threats

Kishtwar cloudburst: J&K CM briefs PM Modi, says calamity claimed 60 lives; rescue operations on

'Let me stick my neck out and say...': Amid buzz around Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah's post sparks statehood murmurs

Abdullah clarified that he has not been in touch with any political leaders in New Delhi and described his remarks as a 'gut feeling' about what might unfold during the Parliament session on August 5.

Omar Abdullah scales wall to pay tribute to Martyrs' Day victims: 'Was not going to be stopped' | Watch

The unelected government tried to block my way forcing me to walk from Nawhatta chowk. They blocked the gate to Naqshband Sb shrine forcing me to scale a wall, says Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister.

Rift Widens In I.N.D.I.A Bloc, Omar Slams Leadership For Not Holding Meeting Since Elections

On July 10 in Kolkata, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated that strengthening the I.N.D.I.A bloc is not his or West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's responsibility. Instead, he said this duty lies with the largest partner in the alliance. Expressing disappointment, he noted that the bloc hasn’t held a meeting since the one at Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence after the elections. On the issue of electoral roll revision, Omar reacted to the Supreme Court’s decision allowing the Election Commission to proceed with the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar and Jammu & Kashmir. He said the matter was with the court and now the consequences of the ruling should be observed. He advised those who had moved the court to explore other legal avenues if needed. Emphasizing democratic values, Omar reaffirmed his belief that elections must be held and that the public should have the right to choose their government.

Satisfied with required steps taken for comfortable Amarnath Yatra: Omar Abdullah

Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting in Jammu to review the delivery of essential services and supplies, and the steps taken by the administration during the current summer season in the Jammu division.

'We are not intimidated by cowardly acts of terror': Omar Abdullah reacts after cabinet meeting in Pahalgam

Speaking to the press after the meeting, Abdullah said: "It was not just a routine administrative exercise, but a clear message—we are not intimidated by cowardly acts of terror. The enemies of peace will never dictate our resolve. Jammu & Kashmir stands firm, strong, and unafraid."

'Blind lust to score cheap publicity...': Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti spar over Indus Waters Treaty

Omar Abdullah hit back at Mufti for opposing the reinstatement of the Tulbul Navigation Project, accusing her of ignoring how the Indus Waters Treaty has historically betrayed J&K’s interests.

Pahalgam fallout: J-K CM assures tourism sector to raise issue of financial support with Centre

The chief minister had convened the meeting with key tourism stakeholders to find a way forward for the tourism sector in Kashmir which has been affected badly following the Pahalgam terror attack which killed 26 people, mostly tourists.

J&K LG Sinha, CM Abdullah begin relief measures for victims of Pakistan shelling

While lieutenant governor Sinha went to Uri, chief minister Abdullah drove down to Jammu from Srinagar to assess the damage and reach out to the residents who have borne the brunt of cross-border shelling.

Omar Abdullah attends funeral of lone Muslim killed in Pahalgam attack: 'He proved his bravery'

The Chief Minister said that Shah, a pony ride operator, tried to stop the attack in a bid to shield the tourist he was with and was targetted when he tried to snatch a gun.

Appropriate time has come, hopeful Jammu and Kashmir's statehood will be restored: Omar Abdullah

On the opposition's charge that the ruling party scuttled the discussion on Waqf Amendment Act, he said the adjournment motion could not have been admitted as the bill was passed by Parliament.

Half-a-CM: Trials and tribulations of Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah’s tenure as Jammu & Kashmir’s CM has seen limited progress, with key issues like statehood restoration, liquor bans, and reservation policies unresolved. His leadership is increasingly questioned amid growing frustration over the region’s diminished autonomy

No intel shared by Centre on ban on Mirwaiz Umar's AAC: Omar Abdullah