Farooq Abdullah

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

"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.

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.

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

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

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