News Topic:Omar Abdullah
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J&K Assembly breaks tradition, takes up business after obituary references
J&K Assembly adopted a revised obituary procedure on September 21, with the Speaker paying tributes before the House proceeded with government business.
Politics
Omar Abdullah dismisses poaching fears, says UCC decision rests with Parliament
Omar Abdullah dismissed fears of MLA poaching in J&K and said the Uniform Civil Code must ultimately be decided by Parliament, not individual states.
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Politics
Ruhullah vows to ‘break chains’ on Nov 3, slams NC leadership choice
Srinagar MP Agha Ruhullah Mehdi says he will "break chains" on November 3 and criticizes the NC's choice of Chief Minister, while backing veterinary students' stipend demand.
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Politics
J&K cabinet expansion unlikely before Assembly session
The Omar Abdullah-led J&K government is unlikely to expand its cabinet before the Assembly session, with a possible reshuffle around October 16.
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Sports
Omar Abdullah congratulates Sheetal Devi on World Archery Para Series gold
J&K para archer Sheetal Devi won gold and bronze medals at the 2026 Hyundai World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad, earning praise from Omar Abdullah
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Art & Culture
IFFJK 2026 concludes in Srinagar after four days of films, cultural programmes
IFFJK 2026 concluded in Srinagar after four days of screenings, masterclasses and cultural events, bringing filmmakers and industry professionals to J&K.
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Politics
Omar Abdullah hits back at Congress over full Vande Mataram rendition
Omar Abdullah defended the full rendition of Vande Mataram at official J&K functions, saying the government must follow the law amid Congress objections.
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Kashmir
CM says no Kashmiri Pandit is homeless
Omar Abdullah said no Kashmiri Pandit is homeless in Kashmir after employees protested over transit accommodation and sought a permanent housing solution.
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480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.
J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers
J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.
J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers
J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.