Farooq Abdullah

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

Government's 'forced' efforts to establish peace in Jammu and Kashmir have 'miserably' failed: Farooq Abdullah

“We tried to persuade the ruling party to bring about a change in its approach with regards to Kashmir, but they didn't listen to us. Now they are struggling with their failures,” said Dr Farooq Abdullha. 

Jun 09, 2022, 07:21 AM IST

Centre’s ostrich approach will push Kashmir to a point of no return: Farooq Abdullah

Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah said, "While our brothers and sisters are being targeted under daylight, the government has its head in the sand. This ostrich approach will push the situation to a point of no return." 

Jun 02, 2022, 23:07 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Target killings -- How will Hindus return to Kashmir?

The targeted killing of Hindus in Jammu and Kashmir for the past few days has raised many questions. The big issue of debate in 'Taal Thok Ke' ​​today - is the era of 1990 returning in Jammu and Kashmir?

Jun 02, 2022, 22:28 PM IST

'Peace will not come in Jammu and Kashmir until...': Farooq Abdullah slams Centre

"I will not be at peace until you win the hearts of the people in Jammu and Kashmir. There cannot be peace in Jammu and Kashmir till you`ll win hearts of the people..," said Farooq Abdullah. 

May 30, 2022, 07:23 AM IST