Page 5 - Latest Updates on Omar Abdullah
CM Abdullah extends power amnesty scheme for domestic consumers in J&K
CM Omar Abdullah said that this is the seventh extension, adding, "I will not grant any more amnesty to domestic consumers in the future. We will make sure of that"
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Panel formed to look into daily wagers' regularisation: J&K CM Abdullah
Chief minister also said the National Conference government is committed to ensuring speedy recruitment to fill the vacant posts in government services in Jammu and Kashmir
 "Panel formed to look into daily wagers' regularisation: J&K CM Abdullah")
No new liquor vends allotted in Jammu-Kashmir: CM Omar Abdullah
The remaining 34 locations are being put up for re-auction through public notice issued on March 7
'Country can be called Bharat, India or Hindustan': CM Omar Abdullah to RSS
Abdullah also noted that both 'Bharat' and 'India' are written on the Prime Minister's plane and highlighted the names of the armed forces
 "'Country can be called Bharat, India or Hindustan': CM Omar Abdullah to RSS")
No control over police, says J-K CM as Opposition walks out of House
As the House assembled for the day, opposition members highlighted the massive protests by the daily wagers demanding release of wages and regularisation of jobs
Tourism in border areas revived after ceasefire in J-K: CM Omar Abdullah
Abdullah said as the border areas are slowly opening after the ceasefire, tourism is witnessing a positive trend due to the prevailing peace in the region
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly erupts over Gulmarg fashion show amid Ramzan
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly erupts over Gulmarg fashion show during Ramzan, with CM Omar Abdullah ordering a probe while BJP calls the outrage unwarranted
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Fashion show in Gulmarg sparks row, J&K CM Omar Abdullah orders probe
Amid Ramadan, a fashion show in Gulmarg has triggered backlash, prompting J&K CM Omar Abdullah to order a probe as religious leaders call it 'obscene'
 "Fashion show in Gulmarg sparks row, J&K CM Omar Abdullah orders probe")
J&K govt reports total debt of Rs 1.25 trillion, including GPF dues
CM Omar Abdullah, who is also the finance minister of the UT, said in a written reply to Assembly member Sajad Gani Lone that as of March 31, 2024, Jammu and Kashmir's total debt is Rs 1.25 trn
J-K CM presents Rs 1.12 trn budget with focus on inclusive growth
Abdullah, who also holds the finance portfolio in the National Conference-led government, presented his maiden budget in the legislative assembly
Situation across border very bad despite Chinese help: J-K CM Omar Abdullah
Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, even though he ensured a smooth house proceeding, later decried Mir's remarks and sought a clarification from party leader Abdullah
44 mn tourists visited J-K in past 2 years: Omar Abdullah to J-K Assembly
The chief minister emphasised the need to encourage pilgrims visiting Mata Vaishnodevi temple to also tour other places in the region
Khelo India Winter Games 2025 to commence from March 9 in Gulmarg
With fresh snowfall, Jammu and Kashmir is set to host the second leg of Khelo India Winter Games 2025 in Gulmarg from March 9 to 12, ensuring a world-class winter sports experience
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Omar rules out alliance with BJP, citing 'different vision' for J-K
Meanwhile, today, the Chief Minister addressed the first Budget session in the Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly
 "Omar rules out alliance with BJP, citing 'different vision' for J-K")
PM Modi picks Omar Abdullah, 9 others for nationwide anti-obesity drive
PM Modi nominates Omar Abdullah, 9 others for anti-obesity campaign, urging for a nationwide movement to reduce oil consumption and promote a healthier India
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Omar-led NC govt committed to empowering Sikhs in J-K: Farooq Abdullah
Emphasising the role of Sikhs in the cultural tapestry of Jammu and Kashmir, he said the community has been neglected for far too long
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J-K CM Omar Abdullah expresses grief over tragic bus accident in Manda
The incident, which occurred when the bus was en route from Katra to Delhi, resulted in 17 pilgrims sustaining injuries after the vehicle fell into a gorge near the Manda area
'Unrealistic': What Omar Abdullah said on possibility of India-Pak dialogue
Omar Abdullah, who is also the vice-president of the National Conference (NC), said that that Pakistan must address India's concerns to build a cooperative relationship
 "'Unrealistic': What Omar Abdullah said on possibility of India-Pak dialogue")
Govt, people need to work together against water crisis in state: J&K CM
Kashmir has witnessed a dry winter this year with an 80 per cent deficit of rainfall overall this year, raising the possibility of drought in the valley this summer
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Amit Shah reviews implementation of J-K's new criminal laws with Abdullah
In February, the Home Minister reviewed the implementation of these laws in a meeting with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in Maharashtra and asked him to implement these laws
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