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Zero tolerance towards terrorism: J&K CM Omar Abdullah calls for ending terrorism in state
Jammu, April 9: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday emphasized the need for zero tolerance towards terrorism in the region during a discussion on Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to J&K.
HM Amit Shah reviews developmental projects in J&K, meets CM Omar Abdullah (Ld)
Srinagar, April 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the progress of various developmental projects in Jammu and Kashmir in a high-level meeting here on Tuesday.
Single Muslim-majority province in India fails to condemn Waqf Bill: Sajad Lone
Srinagar, April 7: Peoples Conference (PC) chairman and MLA Handwara Sajad Lone on Monday slammed the National Conference (NC) government of Jammu and Kashmir, saying that the single Muslim-majority province in India failed to condemn the Waqf Bill.
J-K: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, CM Omar Abdullah visit Srinagar's Tulip Garden
Srinagar, April 7: Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday enjoyed a peaceful morning walk together in the beautiful Tulip Garden in Srinagar.
'Truly special morning', Kiren Rijiju and Omar Abdullah go on Tulip garden walk in Srinagar
Srinagar, April 7: Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju said on Monday that he had a refreshing morning walk in the famous Tulip Garden of Srinagar. He was accompanied by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
J-K: CM Omar Abdullah and Kiren Rijiju launch 'Lok Sanvardhan Parv' in Srinagar
Srinagar, April 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, alongside Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, inaugurated the Lok Sanvardhan Parv in Srinagar.
They feel that the NC is the owner of the entire JK: Sunil Sharma responds to Omar Abdullah's meeting
Jammu, April 5: Reacting to the meeting held by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his alliance partners in Kashmir, Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma asserted that while the National Conference (NC) has the right to hold meetings, the issue of transfers falls under the authority of the Lieutenant Governor.
48 JKAS officers' transfer orders: Have acted within my domain, says J&K LG after row erupts
Jammu, April 4: Reacting to the resolution passed by the National Conference-led alliance in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) that condemned the transfer order of 48 JKAS officers issued by him, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Friday that he has acted within his domain.
Amid tension over transfer orders, Omar Abdullah govt cautions Centre
Srinagar, April 4: The Omar Abdullah-led government on Friday cautioned the Centre against attempts to undermine the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir.
J&K govt raises marriage assistance to Rs 75,000 for AAY category girls
Srinagar, April 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government has enhanced the Financial Assistance under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for poor girls, increasing the amount from Rs 50,000 to Rs 75,000 for families holding Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration cards, an official said on Thursday.
CM Omar Abdullah 'unhappy' over transfer orders issued by L-G, calls meet
Srinagar, April 3: A meeting of National Conference (NC) legislators and allies has been called by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday following the transfer of 48 JKAS officers by Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha, which has sent the political rumour mill rolling in Jammu and Kashmir.
'Disempowering Muslims': J&K political parties oppose Waqf (Amendment) Bill
Srinagar, April 2: All political parties of J&K, except the BJP, opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, saying that the Bill is intended to disempower Muslims and only target one religion.
Waqf (Amendment) Bill is not acceptable, will always oppose it: Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, April 1: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Tuesday that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is not acceptable to him and he will always oppose it.
J-K: Security forces intensify search operation in Kathua-Samba sector
Kathua, March 31: Security forces on Monday intensified their efforts in the Kathua-Samba region, launching a search operation in the Samba sector near the international border to sanitise the area.
Eid prayers held peacefully in J&K as thousands throng to mosques
Srinagar, March 31: Eid prayers were offered on Monday throughout Jammu and Kashmir with the largest congregation of devotees offering these prayers at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar.
J&K govt waives off stamp duty on transfer of property among blood relations
Jammu, March 30: In a relief to people intending to transfer their properties to children or siblings, the J&K government on Sunday announced a complete waiver of stamp duty on such documents executed by the transferor to the transferee.
J-K: LG Manoj Sinha visits GMC Jammu, enquires about health of injured police personnel
Jammu, March 30: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Sunday visited Government Medical College Hospital Jammu to enquire about the health of J&K police personnel, who sustained injuries during an encounter with terrorists in Kathua, an official statement said.
We should control terrorism in such a way... J-K CM Omar Abdullah on Kathua encounter
Katra, March 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated Saturday that terrorism should be controlled in such a way that the mourning ends forever in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
'Our unity cannot be broken by their violence': J-K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary on Kathua encounter
Kathua, March 29: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Saturday condemned those responsible for the Kathua encounter, especially those from across the border, and said their actions will not weaken the bond of brotherhood in Jammu and Kashmir or India.
CM Omar throws Asia's largest tulip garden open for visitors in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 26: Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Wednesday threw open for visitors Asia's largest tulip garden. Situated in Srinagar and known as the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, the park has 1.5 million tulip bulbs that will bloom during the next one month.
Rs 144 crore disbursed as border fencing compensation to people: Omar Abdullah
Jammu, March 24: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Monday that Rs 144 crore have been disbursed among villagers as compensation for their lands coming under the border fencing.
Only one community is being targeted....there would be tensions surrounding it: J-K CM Omar Abdullah
Jammu, March 24: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday stated that targeting a single community would only escalate tensions.
Militancy cannot be finished without people's support: CM Omar Abdullah
Jammu, March 24: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Monday that militancy cannot be finished without the support of the people.
Omar Abdullah govt introduces its first bill in Assembly
Jammu, March 22: The Omar Abdullah government in J&K on Saturday introduced its first bill in the Assembly, seeking to amend the UT's Goods and Services Tax to align this with the Central law.
J&K Chief Minister greets people on 'Nauroz'
Jammu, March 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday greeted people on the festival of 'Nauroz' that heralds the arrival of spring season.
J-K: Does he think Muslims know only 'jihad'? CM Omar Abdullah slams LoP Sunil Sharma
Srinagar, March 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has sharply criticised Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma.
Are you looking for a different status based on your religion? J-K Oppn leader Sunil Sharma asks Chief Minister Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, March 20: Jammu and Kashmir Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma on Thursday accused National Conference (NC) leader Omar Abdullah and his party as well as the Congress party of opposing the right of outsiders to buy land in Jammu and Kashmir asserting that land ownership should be equal for all Indians.
CM Omar Abdullah announces new Assembly, salary hike, final Amnesty & heritage push for J&K
Srinagar, March 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Thursday that a new Assembly building will be constructed soon, alongside the development of courts equipped for virtual hearings.
J&K Assembly witnesses noisy scene over allegations of chartered flights engaged by govt
Jammu, March 20: There was a ruckus in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Thursday with MLAs seeking a probe into crores of rupees spent on chartered flights in the Union Territory.
J&K unemployment rate 6.1pc: Omar Abdullah govt in Assembly
Jammu, March 20: The Omar Abdullah government said on Thursday that the unemployment rate in Jammu and Kashmir was 6.1 per cent for individuals aged 15 years and above in 2023-24, as per the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
New accommodations coming up for J&K in Delhi, Chandigarh, says Omar Abdullah
Jammu, March 18: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday told the Assembly that to address the limited accommodation at J&K House in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri, the government has acquired a 3,179.58 square metre plot on perpetual lease from the Delhi Development Authority in the national capital's Dwarka area.
Tourism promotion in Srinagar city key focus of my govt, says Omar Abdullah
Jammu, March 13: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that his government is prioritising the promotion of religious and tourist places in Srinagar city to boost tourism and attract more visitors.
Omar expresses happiness over successful completion of 'Khelo India Winter Games 2025' in J&K's Gulmarg
Gulmarg, March 12: J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday expressed delight at the successful completion of the 5th 'Khelo India Winter Games 2025' at the Gulmarg ski resort.
J-K: CM Omar Abdullah admits hotel linked with 'obscene' Gulmarg fashion show belongs to his relative
Gulmarg, March 13: Amid the outrage over the fashion show held in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday admitted that the hotel where the show was held belongs to his relatives.
Mansukh Mandaviya attends KIWG closing ceremony, announces converting Gulmarg into Centre of Excellence for winter sports
Gulmarg, March 12: To provide fillip to winter sports in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya announced the government's plans to convert Gulmarg into a sporting hub here on Wednesday.
KIWG 2025: Dr. Mandaviya attends closing ceremony; Army wins overall title
Gulmarg: , March 12 (IANS) To provide a fillip to winter sports in Jammu & Kashmir, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced the government’s plans to convert Gulmarg into a sporting hub for winter sports here on Wednesday. The Union Sports Minister said this while attending the closing ceremony of the fifth Khelo India Winter Games at the Gulmarg Golf Club.
CM Omar Abdullah says no new liquor vends allotted by J&K govt
Srinagar, March 13: Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, on Wednesday, reacted to a news report that 200 liquor outlets were being advertised for allotment by the government as part of its excise policy 2025-2026.
J&K CM announces committee to devise roadmap to address issues of daily wagers
Jammu, March 11: J&K Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, on Tuesday, announced the constitution of a committee to work out a roadmap to address the problems of daily wagers in the Union Territory.
J-K: Fashion show in Gulmarg triggers outrage; govt orders probe
New Delhi, March 10: An "obscene" fashion show held in Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg during Ramzan has triggered outrage and "shock" and "anger among people", with valley-based clerics calling for accountability and questioning how could it be "tolerated" in the valley known for its sufi, saint culture and the deeply religious outlook of its people.
Fashion designers Shivan and Narresh apologize for hosting Gulmarg event during Ramzan
Mumbai, March 10: Fashion designers Shivan and Narresh issued a public apology on Monday for hosting a fashion event in Gulmarg during the holy month of Ramzan.