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Omar Abdullah to discuss Jammu and Kashmir situation with US Ambassador Sergio Gor

Omar Abdullah to discuss Jammu and Kashmir situation with US Ambassador Sergio Gor

CM Abdullah told reporters here during his visit to review the developmental works in the city that the issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir have to be resolved by the Centre and not by Washington, as he ruled out raising any grievances with the US Ambassador during their scheduled meeting Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

US envoy Sergio Gor meets Omar Abdullah, signals deeper engagement with Jammu and Kashmir

US envoy Sergio Gor meets Omar Abdullah, signals deeper engagement with Jammu and Kashmir

After meeting CM Omar Abdullah, Gor said, “It’s a pleasure to be here. US will reconsider its advisories on travel to Jammu and Kashmir. This is an important part of India.” The US envoy said he was visiting the region for the first time and described it as an “incredibly beautiful place” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Faria Abdullah breaks down after receiving hate for taking part in Bonalu: ‘Whoever thinks I’m a kafir, I wish you well’

Faria Abdullah breaks down after receiving hate for taking part in Bonalu: ‘Whoever thinks I’m a kafir, I wish you well’

Last week, actor Faria Abdullah went to the Sri Mahankaleshwara temple in Miralam Mandi, Old City, to celebrate the end of Bonalu. Pictures and videos of her dancing her heart out and offering the traditional bonam (feast) to the Goddess went viral on social media. And with it also came hate from those who trolled her for being a Muslim but taking part in a Hindu festival. In a video, Faria broke down in tears even as she sent love to those trolling her. Faria Abdullah was in tears as she spoke about the hate she received post-Bonalu. Faria Abdullah explains her upbringing Faria began her video by explaining that her father converted to Islam because he liked the religion. She spoke about her upbringing, stating that she was taught everything good about it. “I have always seen the good about Islam. I really wish good things for you, bro. Whoever is hating on me, whoever thinks that I’m on the wrong path, that I’m a kafir (disbeliever), whatever else you wanna say. I wish …

Omar Abdullah condemns attack on SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal

Omar Abdullah condemns attack on SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday (August 13, 2026) termed the attack on Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal as “heinous and unacceptable in a democracy”. Condemning the attack on Mr. Badal and describing it “heinous attack”, Mr. Abdullah said, “Such attacks have no place and no justification in a democracy. Expressing concerns over security, Mr. Abdullah said, “What is shocking is that after Sukhbir survived an attempted assassination attempt in Amritsar earlier, nothing seems to have been done to protect him better.” Published – August 14, 2026 05:40 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Vijay Deverakonda, Faria Abdullah celebrate Bonalu with fans in Old City. Watch

Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Vijay Deverakonda, Faria Abdullah celebrate Bonalu with fans in Old City. Watch

As the Bonalu season comes to an end in Telangana, Tollywood celebrities were spotted heading to the celebrations in Hyderabad’s Old City to celebrate with fans. Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Vijay Deverakonda were spotted at Lal Darwaza, while Faria Abdullah was seen dancing with fans at the Miralam Mandi celebrations. Vijay Deverakonda, Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Faria Abdullah at Bonalu celebrations. Tollywood celebs at Bonalu festivities Bonalu festivities commenced on July 16 at Golconda Fort and ended with the Rangam oracle ritual, Ghatam processions and more in Secunderabad. Celebrities were spotted attending the Old City Bonalu on Sunday, celebrating the festival’s end with fans. Sandeep and Vijay visited the Lal Darwaza Mahankali temple and even interacted with fans. Vijay addressed fans on a mic and said, “Happy Bonalu to all. This is the first time I have come to offer prayers to the Goddess. I came along with director Sandeep, and his production house is named Bhadrakali. I sought the blessings of the Goddess and prayed that all your wishes would be fulfilled, and I …

Omar Abdullah on Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike

Omar Abdullah on Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike

Centre should initiate dialogue: Omar Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Abdullah said Wangchuk has been on a hunger strike for nearly three weeks over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and the demand for the resignation or removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He said the Centre should initiate dialogue with the activist instead of remaining silent as his health continues to deteriorate. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

BJP seeks Rs 100 crore in defamation notice against Omar Abdullah

BJP seeks Rs 100 crore in defamation notice against Omar Abdullah

The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP has served a Rs 100 crore defamation notice to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his remarks that the party was offering Rs 20-30 crore to MLAs to bring down his government. On his party convention on July 11 to observe the 26th death anniversary of his grandmother, Begum Akbar Jahan popularly known as the ‘Madr-e-Meherbaan’ (Benevolent mother), Omar Abdullah alleged that a senior BJP leader had approached one of his party’s MLAs belonging to Jammu division offering Rs 20-30 crore, a ministerial berth and statehood to defect so that the National Conference government is brought down. The defamation notice demands Omar Abdullah’s unconditional public apology and withdrawal of the remarks within seven days. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Omar Abdullah claims MLA was offered ₹20-30 crore, ministerial berth, J&K statehood to switch sides; BJP reacts

Omar Abdullah claims MLA was offered ₹20-30 crore, ministerial berth, J&K statehood to switch sides; BJP reacts

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah has alleged that one of the National Conference’s MLAs was approached by a BJP official, who offered ₹20-30 crore and a ministerial berth to switch sides and join the party. Omar Abdullah alleges BJP attempted to buy NC MLA with ₹20-30 crore, ministry (PTI) Abdullah said the MLA rejected the offer and informed him about the move. “A BJP official, a Supreme Court lawyer, told one of my Jammu MLAs in a closed room, ‘We will give ₹20 to 30 crore, one ministry, and statehood. You walk with us.’ Do they think that the faith of these people is so cheap?” Abdullah asserted while addressing the gathering. Also Read | ‘Want to light a fire here?’: Omar attacks Centre on delay in restoring Jammu and Kashmir statehood He further accused the BJP of attempting to come to power through “the back door”. “BJP people, don’t consider us so weak. There will be no entry for you from the back door. You will not come to the front chair …

No one should object to India-Pak dialogue aimed at improving ties: Omar Abdullah

No one should object to India-Pak dialogue aimed at improving ties: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said no one should object to dialogue between India and Pakistan aimed at improving bilateral relations. Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah. (File) (HT_PRINT) Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a function here, Abdullah said the conflict between the two countries was not new and has persisted for the last three to four decades. “This conflict is 30 to 40 years old, and last year, it intensified after the Pahalgam attack. Now, the PM is being requested, through a letter, that the relations between the two countries should be improved. No one should have any objection to that,” Abdullah said. A letter coordinated by OP Shah, chairman of the Centre for Peace and Progress, and signed by 61 Indians and 55 Pakistanis, has urged the two countries to engage in bilateral talks. Questioning those criticising the initiative, Abdullah said senior leaders of the RSS had also advocated improving ties between India and Pakistan. “Recently, a senior RSS leader said that India and Pakistan should …

NC’s Farooq Abdullah to seek INDIA bloc, J&K parties’ support for upcoming Jantar Mantar sit-in over Statehood

NC’s Farooq Abdullah to seek INDIA bloc, J&K parties’ support for upcoming Jantar Mantar sit-in over Statehood

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Farooq Abdullah. File. | Photo Credit: PTI Ruling National Conference (NC) on Wednesday (July 1, 2026) said it will formally invite the members of INDIA bloc and J&K parties to join its sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar on the first day of the monsoon session of the Parliament on July 20 over Statehood and constitutional guarantees. “All constituent parties of the INDIA Bloc, along with other political parties in Jammu and Kashmir, would be formally invited to participate in the protest. It was also decided to send invitations to leaders of parties that are not part of the INDIA bloc but are also not aligned with the NDA,” said NC spokesman Imran Nabi Dar. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by NC president Dr. Farooq Abdullah at his residence at Gupkar, Srinagar. “The meeting reviewed and finalized arrangements for the party’s proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi,” said Mr. Dar. The NC said formal invitation letters will be sent to all political parties in J&K with …