SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday condemned the alleged use of force by Delhi Police against CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas, calling the incident unacceptable and indefensible. In a post on X, Omar said beating an unarmed protester was unacceptable under any circumstances, irrespective of the fact that the […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister on Saturday said a future-ready education system must prepare students for life beyond examinations by equipping them with critical thinking, digital literacy, adaptability and a strong sense of shared responsibility. The Chief Minister made these remarks while addressing the School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit and Awards […]
SRINAGAR — After internet services were suspended in some parts of Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the Kashmir model has been exported to the national capital. “Kashmir model has been exported to Delhi. Welcome to the New Delhi, modelled on the New Jammu and Kashmir,” Abdullah said on his […]
SRINAGAR — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday inaugurated world-class sports facilities at the Sher-i-Kashmir Multi-Sports Activity Centre, Gindun, Rajbagh, Srinagar, giving a major boost to sports infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. Developed at a cost of over ₹30 crore, the newly inaugurated facilities include an Olympic-sized 10-lane swimming pool measuring 50×25 metres, an all-weather […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday passed five Bills, including those related to Ease of Doing Business, to amend the Goods and Services Tax Act, and the Municipal Act, 2000. Seven Bills were moved in the Assembly by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. While two –“ related to an increase in the salaries […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday introduced key legislative bills, including the J&K Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and the J&K Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, in the ongoing autumn session of the Legislative Assembly. The proposed legislations are aimed at facilitating economic growth and improving the […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that several measures are being taken for the preservation and restoration of Dal Lake, including regular deweeding, waste collection and mechanical dredging. Responding to a question on the preservation of water bodies, the Chief Minister said continuous manual deweeding and […]
SRINAGAR — Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Sunil Sharma on Monday said the resolution moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on the restoration of statehood was a “violation” of the Constitution and will not be allowed. He also asserted that statehood will happen as it is the BJP’s agenda and that […]
SRINAGAR — On the occasion of World Tourism Day, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended a warm invitation to travellers from across the country and the world to visit Jammu and Kashmir and experience its natural beauty, rich culture and hospitality. The Chief Minister said Jammu and Kashmir, with its pristine peaks, serene lakes and lush […]
SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir Government has outlined a series of measures to strengthen disaster preparedness and reduce risks across the Union Territory, the Legislative Assembly was informed. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, while responding to a question as Minister in-charge of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR), said District Disaster Management Plans remain […]