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J-K UT gets its first elected CM as Omar Abdullah takes oath
Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir amid tight security, following the National Conference party's victory in the recent elections.
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Omar Abdullah faces tough choices in Cabinet formation among NC MLAs
As Omar Abdullah prepares to form the next Cabinet in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Minister-designate is facing immense pressure from within his party.
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Rift emerges in NC as Aga Ruhullah challenges Omar Abdullah’s stance on Article 370
An internal divide within the National Conference is becoming evident as MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi publicly expressed discomfort with recent remarks made by Omar Abdullah.
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Sugra Barkati accuses NC of psychological tactics, seeks release of jailed father
Sugra Barkati, daughter of jailed Sarjan Ahmad Wagay (Barkati), said on Sunday that she is being subjected to “psychological tactics” by her opponents.
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J-K Assembly Polls: Political parties avoid naming CM candidates amid uncertain outcomes
With the ground set for Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, political parties are entering the fray without naming a chief ministerial candidate.
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Omar Abdullah criticizes Independent candidates, links them to BJP
Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that the Independent candidates contesting the Assembly elections are no different from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
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Amit Shah rules out talks with Pakistan until peace in J-K
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that there can be no talks with Pakistan until peace becomes a permanent feature in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Omar Abdullah claims Delhi is trying to muzzle his voice
Omar Abdullah said he played a game with New Delhi by choosing Budgam constituency instead of Beerwah, saying that the people in Delhi are after him like anything.
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900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
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