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August 14, 2026, 05:22 PM - 3 min read
Omar criticised Pakistan's position on the treaty, saying its claim of supporting Kashmiris does not extend to the issue of water.
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August 10, 2026, 06:42 PM - 3 min read
Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Omar initially said the expansion would be carried out soon but clarified that it would not take place before the Independence Day celebrations.The proposed expansion has been under discussion amid expectations of wider political representation and possible changes in the allocation of portfolios within the Council of Ministers.
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August 9, 2026, 05:04 PM - 3 min read
In an interview, Abdullah said he had placed considerable political credibility at stake by adopting a constructive approach towards the Union Government in the expectation that statehood would be restored. Omar said he would continue to face the political consequences despite believing that the delay was beyond his control.
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August 5, 2026, 03:33 PM - 3 min read
In August 2019, the Centre revoked Article 370, ending Jammu and Kashmir's special status. The erstwhile state was also reorganised into two Union Territories — Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
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August 4, 2026, 06:41 PM - 3 min read
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah officially inaugurated the tournament with a ceremonial tee-off and trophy unveiling at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar.The inauguration ceremony was attended by professional golfers participating in the event, and members of the media, marking the return of top-tier professional golf to Kashmir.
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July 31, 2026, 05:03 PM - 3 min read
A Bench of Justice PS Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe disposed of the appeal after Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Omar Abdullah, informed the Court that all disputes between the parties had been amicably resolved.Omar and Payal got married in September 1994, but have been living separately for a long time.
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July 28, 2026, 05:47 PM - 3 min read
"If the remarks have hurt the people, I apologise," Mehbooba said addressing a press conference here on the occasion of the party's 27th foundation day. Mufti sparked a political row after remarks made during the protest.J&K CM Omar Abdullah who had sought her apology said Mufti was shifting blame instead of accepting responsibility.
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July 23, 2026, 04:49 PM - 2 min read
Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement about setting up fast-track courts for paper leak cases, Omar said the government should sit down with the protesting students and listen to them. He said it was not right to ignore such a large number of young people.
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July 23, 2026, 04:09 PM - 2 min read
Omar said the incident took place in 2022, when the Union Territory was under the administration of the Lieutenant Governor, well before his government came to power.
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July 21, 2026, 06:44 PM - 3 min read
Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, CM Omar Abdullah said the Centre must honour the assurances made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir regarding restoration of statehood, reiterating that statehood was imperative for the eventual restoration of its special status.
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July 20, 2026, 06:08 PM - 3 min read
In a post on X, Omar said the party was prevented from reaching Jantar Mantar and holding a peaceful demonstration, but insisted that its voice could not be silenced.
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July 19, 2026, 07:45 PM - 3 min read
Omar had travelled to the national capital ahead of the National Conference's statehood protest planned for Monday. However, with the worsening weather situation, he said the government was keeping a close watch on developments and had instructed officials to provide every possible help to those affected.
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