Farooq Abdullah

‘J&K witnessed worse BLOODSHED during NC rule’: LG Manoj Sinha lashes out at Farooq Abdullah

J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has reacted strongly to NC chief Farooq Abdullah’s statement regarding killings of non-locals and Kashmiri Pandits in Jammu and Kashmir. Sinha said, “if we provide the figures about the innocent killings during their rule in J&K, they will be ashamed.” 

Oct 19, 2022, 07:36 AM IST

DNA: Hindus, 'soft targets' of terrorists in Kashmir!

The incidents of target killing are becoming the identity of Jammu and Kashmir. This is the biggest concern for the government and the army. Is there any connection between rapid development in Jammu and Kashmir and target killing? Till how long Hindus will be killed in Jammu and Kashmir?

Oct 18, 2022, 23:42 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke : Farooq Abdullah's statement amid target killings create ruckus

The government is constantly claiming that after the removal of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir, the situation there has become better than before. Farooq Abdullah's controversial statement has been given amidst target killing in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah has said that target killing will not stop until justice is received. Meanwhile, demonstrations have also taken place outside the Hurriyat office, in which terrorist organizations have been held responsible for the target killings.

Oct 17, 2022, 21:28 PM IST

'I am an Indian Muslim, not a Chinese Muslim': Farooq Abdullah slams Centre

The event was attended by lyricist Javed Akhtar, Shiv Sena's Uddhav Thackeray, and NCP leader Ajit Pawar.

Oct 13, 2022, 22:54 PM IST

J&K Electoral office begins registration of non-residents of more than one year, check documents required

 Electoral Office in Jammu and Kashmir  has authorised tehsildars to issue residency certificates to residents who have lived in the valley for more than a year to aid their enrollment in the ongoing special summary revision of electoral rolls. "Keeping in mind the urgency involved in the matter and to ensure that no eligible voter is left"

Oct 12, 2022, 08:09 AM IST

'BJP stands exposed for self-centred agenda in J-K, none of their acts solve people's issues': Farooq Abdullah

The NC leader said, "None of their acts are aimed at solving people's issues. So far they have only deepened the issues faced by people, the people of Chenab valley (comprising Ramban, Doda and Kishtwar districts) have particularly been left to God's mercy".

Sep 20, 2022, 22:41 PM IST

BJP slams Farooq Abdullah over his 'outsider' remark, says it is an 'insult' to J-K voters

"Who is Farooq Abdullah sahib calling voters as outsiders, he is insulting the people of Jammu and Kashmir by using such language. Explain what you mean by outsiders," said BJP's Tarun Chug.  

Sep 11, 2022, 12:41 PM IST

'Allowing non-locals to vote in J&K will be disastrous,it is for you to stop them...': Farooq Abdullah

"Allowing non-locals to vote in Jammu and Kashmir will be disastrous. The powers that are pitted against NC are so insecure about the support from genuine voters that they have to import temporary voters to win seats," Abdullah said at a workers' convention in Shopian.

Sep 05, 2022, 22:10 PM IST

'Running from war is like cheating,' says Mallikarjun Kharge on Ghulam Nabi Azad resignation

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has defended Rahul Gandhi. On the allegations of Ghulam Nabi Azad, he said that running away from war is like cheating the party and Azad should have joined the fight against RSS.

Aug 26, 2022, 21:36 PM IST

Ghulam Nabi Azad's resignation: Exclusive interview of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah

Ghulam Nabi Azad has resigned from all Congress posts. Meanwhile, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah while talking to Zee Media said that I am sad because Ghulam Nabi has given all his life for Congress.

Aug 26, 2022, 17:50 PM IST

J&K Assembly polls: National Conference still with PAGD; to fight on all 90 seats independently

Farooq Abdullah-led JKNC unanimously resolved that the party will fight all 90 seats and signals against joint assembly poll contest with PAGD

Aug 25, 2022, 17:21 PM IST

Jammu & Kashmir: 'It is not acceptable to make outsiders a voter' - Farooq Abdullah

Farooq Abdullah is considering taking the issue of making non-local people voters in Jammu and Kashmir to the court. He has also said that giving the right to vote to outsiders will destroy the identity of Jammu and Kashmir.

Aug 22, 2022, 21:20 PM IST

JKPC chairman Sajad Lone threatens hunger strike if electoral demography of J&K is changed

“The law (Representation of The Peoples Act-1951) is not a threat to us, but the intentions of the Government are a threat to us,” he said.

Aug 22, 2022, 12:00 PM IST

NC chief Farooq Abdullah in BIG trouble, ED files supplementary chargesheet in J&KCA Fund scam

The case against Farooq Abdullah and others relates to the siphoning-off of Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) funds by way of transfer to various personal bank accounts of unrelated parties including those of office bearers of JKCA and by way of unexplained cash withdrawals from JKCA bank accounts.

Jul 26, 2022, 16:49 PM IST

DNA : Why a conflict over Tricolor campaign in Jammu & Kashmir?

On June 29, a circular was issued by the Rural Development Department of Jammu and Kashmir. In this circular, instructions were given to make the tricolor campaign successful in every household of the state. But now a protest has started in Jammu and Kashmir opposing the campaign. Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Farooq Abdullah and PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti have raised objections about why the tricolor is being distributed door-to-door in Kashmir.

Jul 14, 2022, 01:28 AM IST

'Terrorism won't end in J&K till.. ': NC leader Farooq Abdullah's advice to Centre

Abdullah, who is the Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, condemned the killing of the assistant sub-inspector of police Mushtaq Ahmad in the Lal Bazar area of the city.

Jul 13, 2022, 15:56 PM IST

Farooq Abdullah reacts to Centre's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign: 'Keep it in your house'

The veteran NC leader said that it (the Tiranga) should be kept in one’s house. "Keep it (the Tiranga) in your house," said Abdullah, when asked about the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga` campaign, reported ANI.

Jul 07, 2022, 08:18 AM IST

National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah opposes the Tricolor campaign

National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah, who is often in controversies with his statements, has given a new controversial statement. He has opposed the tricolor campaign in every house.

Jul 06, 2022, 18:30 PM IST

Presidential election 2022: After Sharad Pawar, Farooq Abdullah says NO to being opposition candidate

Presidential polls 2022: National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah said, "I withdraw my name from consideration as a possible joint opposition candidate for the President of India. I believe that Jammu and Kashmir is passing through a critical juncture and my efforts are required to help navigate these uncertain times." 

Jun 18, 2022, 15:55 PM IST

Presidential election 2022: Sharad Pawar NOT to be joint opposition candidate, says 'I have humbly declined...'

Presidential election 2022: NCP's Sharad Pawar said he has declined the offer of the Opposition parties during the meeting convened by Mamata Banerjee to be the nominee in the upcoming polls for the top constitutional post. 

Jun 15, 2022, 19:58 PM IST