NC chief demands probe into J-K terror, urges Pakistan action

20 May 2024

The former chief minister said if a probe is not ordered into the two gruesome incidents, his party would “invite an international committee”. National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Sunday urged the Centre to order a judicial probe into the twin terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir a day earlier...

Former CM Farooq Abdullah Demands Global Inquiry Into Recent Kashmir Killings

19 May 2024

Condemning the terrorist attacks that resulted in the deaths of a man and a couple in separate incidents in Shopian and Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) leader Farooq Abdullah emphasized that terrorism remains a persistent issue in the region. He also pointed out that such incidents will negatively affect Jammu...

“Will Nuclear Power with 130-Cr Population Be Scared of Someone…”: Amit Shah Slams Farooq Abdullah over PoK Remarks

15 May 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly criticized Jammu and Kashmir National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's remarks regarding Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), asserting that the BJP government is steadfast in reclaiming PoK. Shah emphasized that India, as a nuclear power with a population of 1.3 billion, will not be intimidated by anyone....

Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 4: ‘Why have our workers been detained’ Farooq Abdullah Alleges amid polling in Srinagar

13 May 2024

Farooq Abdullah, a former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister, said that party members had been imprisoned for the previous two days and asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah about the alleged normalcy in the Union Territory. The first election to be held in the Union Territory...

Mosques Were Razed, Madrassas Were Bull-Dozed: Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah

08 May 2024

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah strongly criticized the BJP, recalling incidents where "mosques were razed, madrassas were bull-dozed and innocent people were allegedly lynched for eating beef". Describing it as a "time for sacrifice," the National Conference veteran urged those present to pray for the downfall of...

Pakistan Is Not wearing Bangles: Farooq Abdullah

06 May 2024

Responding to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's Pok's remarks, leader of the National Conference Farooq Abdullah said that Pakistan too has nuclear weapons. The senior NC leader recently responded to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's statement about the merger of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) with India. His exact wordings were "If the defense...

Farooq Abdullah and his son Omar Abdullah wish people Eid-ul-Fitr

10 Apr 2024

Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramazan, is being celebrated by Muslims across this part of the globe with religious fervour and gaiety on Wednesday. There will be congregational Eid prayers at Hazratbal as well as shrines and mosques on April 10. There will be no prayers...

Farooq Abdullah hails PM Modi for launching electric train in J&K

20 Feb 2024

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the inaugural electric train in the Kashmir Valley and initiated the train service between Sangaldan station and Baramulla station, National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah expressed gratitude for the initiative. He acknowledged the significance of the rail connection for tourism and local residents, underscoring its...

Farooq Abdullah: Lord Ram’s Influence Extends Globally, Beyond Hinduism

30 Dec 2023

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah extended congratulations to those involved in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. While acknowledging the upcoming inauguration of the temple, Abdullah emphasized that Lord Ram is not exclusive to Hindus but belongs to the entire world. In a statement to...

Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah Advocates Early Polls, Asserts “People Want Elected Government”

30 Dec 2023

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah has called for the swift restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir and the early conduct of Assembly elections in the Union Territory. Abdullah emphasized that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are eager to have an elected government at the earliest. In a statement...