News Topic:Omar Abdullah

Whoever wants to join NC protest for statehood can join in: Farooq Abdullah

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah said his party will not invite any political party from Jammu and Kashmir to join its protest in Delhi for the restoration of statehood.

J&K Cabinet greenlights free power scheme under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The cabinet on Friday discussed the implementation of 200 units of free electricity for AAY families in J&K and also approved the reorganisation of the Jal Shakti Department.

BJP deliberately delaying statehood: CM Omar Abdullah

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of trying to weaken the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir through delay in restoration of statehood.

Srinagar parents hold rally, demand safe return of children studying in war-hit Iran

Scores of parents assembled in Bemina Srinagar on Monday, appealing to the Government of India to ensure the safe return of their children studying in war-hit Iran.

EAM assures protection J&K residents in Iran: Omar Abdullah

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said he has spoken to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar regarding the evolving situation in Iran.

Bureaucratic arrogance won’t last forever, says Minister Satish Sharma

Cabinet Minister Satish Sharma on Thursday made strong remarks against sections of the bureaucracy, accusing them of arrogance and obstruction.

JKLA Speaker meets CM Omar; Budget date, Assembly session schedule discussed

Speaker of the J&K Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, on Sunday met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to discuss key aspects of the upcoming budget session.

Ruhullah Mehdi demands clarity from CM on detentions and LG’s role

National Conference Member of Parliament Ruhullah Mehdi raised sharp questions on Sunday about his house arrest and the detention of students.

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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists

Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.

AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed

AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.

900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo

J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.

India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash

India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.