Farooq Abdullah
Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir (born 1937)
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Farooq Abdullah is an Indian politician who serves as current president of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference. He has served as the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir on several occasions since 1982 till 2002, and as the union minister for New and Renewable Energy between 2009 and 2014. His father Sheikh Abdullah was the 1st elected chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, while his son Omar Abdullah is the current chief minister.
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Farooq Abdullah slams EC for Bihar electoral rolls revision, threatens nationwide protestNational Conference chief Farooq Abdullah has criticized the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, deeming it 'unconstitutional.' He alleges..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Not acceptable to people of Hindustan’: Farooq Abdullah slams poll body for Bihar voter roll revision; says will lead to mass agitationFarooq Abdullah has criticized the Election Commission of India's special intensive revision of the electoral roll in Bihar, questioning how millions of Biharis working outside the state can..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Wearing keffiyeh, Farooq Abdullah joins Muharram processionFarooq Abdullah showed solidarity with Palestine and Iran during a Muharram procession in Srinagar, advocating for Muslim unity against tyranny. Simultaneously, L-G Manoj Sinha participated in a..IndiaTimes - Published | |
In absence of SHRC, Farooq Abdullah establishes separate human rights body in J&KDr. Farooq Abdullah announced the formation of a new human rights body as a temporary substitute for the defunct State Human Rights Commission (SHRC). This initiative aims to address the increasing..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Farooq Abdullah warns of Supreme Court move if Jammu & Kashmir statehood not restoredNational Conference president Farooq Abdullah criticized the "dual power structure" in Jammu & Kashmir, blaming it for slow development. He warned that the party might approach the Supreme Court if..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Had a good darshan': Farooq Abdullah visits Maa Vaishno Devi shrine; calls Vande Bharat train 'biggest gift' to J&KFarooq Abdullah lauded the new Vande Bharat train service connecting Srinagar to Katra as a monumental gift to Jammu and Kashmir. Following his journey, he visited the Vaishno Devi shrine, praying for..IndiaTimes - Published | |
J&K: Kashmiri Pandits troop to Valley temple fair, revive return hopesThousands, including political figures Farooq Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, and LG Manoj Sinha, congregated at the Mela Kheer Bhawani in Ganderbal, marking the largest gathering since the recent terror..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Farooq Abdullah links Pahalgam attack to local supportFarooq Abdullah asserted that the Pahalgam terrorist attack, resulting in 26 fatalities, likely involved local support, sparking criticism from Mehbooba Mufti. Abdullah also reiterated his opposition..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Farooq Abdullah lashes out at Pakistan over Pahalgam horror: 'Ab ghada bhar aaya hai...'Following the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah on Saturday condemned the brutality, called for unity against terrorism, and sent a heartfelt message of..DNA - Published | |
'Kashmir was and will always be part of India': Farooq Abdullah meets tourists in Pahalgam after terror attackFollowing a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah visited the area, emphasizing Kashmir's integral part of India and the resilience of its people. He dismissed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'INDI's hand with Pakistan': Posters target Rahul Gandhi ahead of visit to former constituency AmethiPosters targeting Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders have surfaced in Amethi, accusing them of pro-Pakistan sentiments amid tensions following the Pahalgam attack. The posters feature comments from..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Curse be upon me if I ask for statehood now: J&K CM Omar AbdullahIn a poignant assembly session, J&K CM Omar Abdullah vowed not to exploit the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed 26 lives, for political gain. Visibly emotional, he condemned the attack and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Ask PM Modi': Farooq Abdullah on how India should respond to Pakistan for Pahalgam attackFollowing the Pahalgam terrorist attack, National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah deflected questions about India's response, suggesting reporters ask Prime Minister Modi. In response to the attack,..IndiaTimes - Published | As Farooq cries foul, Dulat says his book praises former J&K CMFarooq Abdullah disputes A S Dulat's claim of supporting Article 370 abrogation, but Dulat clarifies he meant Abdullah's desire to align with Delhi on his terms. Dulat's book praises Abdullah's..IndiaTimes - Published |
Jaishankar says India ‘waiting’ for PoK’s return; Abdullahs challenge, ‘who’s stopping you?’External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India aims to reclaim Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to fully resolve the Kashmir issue. In response, Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah challenged..IndiaTimes - Published | Farooq Abdullah contradicts son Omar on INDIA bloc futureFarooq Abdullah emphasizes the permanence of the INDIA bloc alliance beyond just elections, aiming to strengthen the nation and combat hatred. His son, Omar Abdullah, expresses concerns about the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Farooq presses for J&K statehood, says govt will provide succour to illegal RohingyasNational Conference leader Farooq Abdullah urged the central government to reinstate Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, citing a promise made before the Supreme Court. Abdullah also addressed the..IndiaTimes - Published | Adani bribery allegations: Farooq Abdullah urges thorough probe, Rahul Gandhi calls for arrestIndiaTimes - Published |
'We will get...': Farooq Abdullah on statehood status for J&KNational Conference president Farooq Abdullah has expressed confidence in the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. He criticized the divisive slogan 'Katenge toh batenge,' emphasizing the..IndiaTimes - Published | JKCA case: ED plea in Srinagar court seeking addition of fresh charges against Farooq AbdullahThe Enforcement Directorate has filed an application to add new criminal charges against former J&K chief minister Farooq Abdullah in the JKCA money laundering case. Following a high court decision..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kathua terror attack: Farooq Abdullah urges Pakistan to 'stop terrorism'Former CM Farooq Abdullah urged Pakistan to end terrorism after the Kathua attack killed five Army jawans. President Droupadi Murmu condemned the act, expressing sympathies and wishing the injured a..IndiaTimes - Published | NEET row: This is a crime committed against students, says Farooq AbdullahDr. Farooq Abdullah criticizes alleged irregularities in NEET 2024 exam, suggesting retesting in suspicious areas. Ministry of Education forms committee chaired by former ISRO chairman Dr. K...IndiaTimes - Published |
'Military action will not solve anything': After 3 terror attacks in J&K, Farooq Abdullah says talk with neighbours only optionAs Jammu and Kashmir witnessed back-to-back three terror attacks in the span of 72 hours, former chief minister and Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JNKC) president Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday..IndiaTimes - Published | Farooq Abdullah demands international investigation agencies probe recent killings in JKIndiaTimes - Published |
If NDA returns, we will take back POK: Amit ShahShah said leaders like Jammu and Kashmir ex-CM Farooq Abdullah and Congress senior politician Mani Shankar Aiyar were talking about showing respect to Pakistan because it’s a nuclear power. “Does..IndiaTimes - Published | J&K: Farooq Abdullah holds road show in Pulwama, says 'government in Delhi will be changed'IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress, opposition echoing 'voice of Pakistan': BJPAt a press conference, BJP spokesperson and Rajya Sabha MP Sudhanshu Trivedi cited a statement by National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah where he warned the BJP brass about Pakistan being a..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Pakistan not wearing bangles': Farooq Abdullah on Rajnath Singh's remark on PoKIndiaTimes - Published |
EVM a theft machine, make sure you voted the right party: Farooq Abdullah to votersFarooq Abdullah warns Kashmir voters about EVM integrity, emphasizes the need to verify machine lights, hear a beep, and match VVPAT symbols. He accuses BJP and Modi of communal fear tactics, stressing..IndiaTimes - Published | Farooq Abdullah attacks ECI over postponement of election in Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seatDr Abdullah and Mian Altaf criticize ECI for postponing Anantnag-Rajouri polls to May 25, citing public support. Various leaders support rescheduling due to weather. Jammu and Kashmir administration..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Our religion taught us ...' Farooq Abdullah responds to PM Modi's Mangalsutra jibeFarooq Abdullah condemns PM Modi's 'mangalsutra' jibe, emphasizing Islam's teachings of respect for all religions. He criticizes the Congress manifesto and Brinda Karat files a police complaint against..IndiaTimes - Published | Lord Ram belongs to everyone, not only Hindus: Farooq AbdullahIndiaTimes - Published |
'How is security alright for parliamentary polls and not for state elections?': Farooq AbdullahNational Conference leader Farooq Abdullah expresses disappointment over the Election Commission of India's decision to not conduct simultaneous Parliamentary and Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir...IndiaTimes - Published | Former J-K CM Farooq Abdullah slams PM Modi, says 'if Article 370 was this bad..The prime minister, Narendra Modi, made some comments today about Article 370 of the constitution, to which former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah strongly objected, saying that it had..DNA - Published |
Another blow to INDIA bloc: Farooq Abdullah's National Conference to go solo in Lok Sabha pollsSpeaking to reporters in Srinagar on seat sharing, the National Conference chief said, 'As far as seat sharing is concerned, NC will contest alone and there's no doubt about it.'DNA - Published | ED issues fresh summons to former J&K CM Farooq AbdullahIndiaTimes - Published |
Big blow to Farooq Abdullah as several key National Conference leaders in Jammu join BJPThey joined the BJP at the party's headquarters in Jammu, with Ravinder Raina -- the saffron party's Jammu and Kashmir unit chief -- and other leaders welcoming the new entrants.DNA - Published | Farooq Abdullah: Is Shri Ram confined to only one temple?Farooq Abdullah questions the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, asking if Lord Ram is confined to a single temple. He emphasizes that Ram is omnipresent and belongs to the entire..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Our ED is idiot' says Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury over agency's summons to Farooq AbdullahWest Bengal Congress President Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury criticized the Directorate Enforcement (ED) for summoning National Conference President Farooq Abdullah, calling it a conspiracy. The ED has..IndiaTimes - Published | ED summons Farooq Abdullah for questioning in money laundering caseThe 86-year-old politician is understood to have been called in connection with the federal agency's investigation into alleged irregularities in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA).DNA - Published Also reported by •IndiaTimes |
'Did rising hatred for Muslims...': Farooq Abdullah amid row over Maldivian posts against PM ModiNational Conference (NC) patriarch Farooq Abdullah said, considering how New Delhi stood with the island country in the previous years and even prevented it from being occupied by a foreign power, he..DNA - Published | NC president Farooq Abdullah welcomes SC order in Bilkis Bano caseIndiaTimes - Published |
'Lord Rama doesn't...': Farooq Abdullah makes big statement ahead of Ram Temple inauguration in AyodhyaThe consecration ceremony scheduled for January 22 will witness the installation of the idol of Ram Lalla (Lord Ram in his childlike form) at the grand temple. It is expected to be attended by hundreds..DNA - Published | Farooq Abdullah expresses concern over civilian deaths, calls for justiceFarooq Abdullah holds the Army responsible for the death of three civilians and hopes for justice. He discusses the impact of such incidents on public trust and emphasizes the role of public support...IndiaTimes - Published |
No expectations from defence minister's J&K visit: Farooq AbdullahIndiaTimes - Published | Farooq pushes for Pakistan dialogue, cites ‘Gaza’ warningFarooq Abdullah, the NC president, urged the Centre to resume talks with Pakistan to end terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, warning of a 'Gaza-like situation' if it did not. He demanded a probe into the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Poonch civilian deaths case: Changing Army officers won't solve the issue, says Farooq AbdullahIndiaTimes - Published | Farooq Abdullah insists on India-Pakistan dialogue, claims J-K could become 'Gaza' without itInvoking former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the National Conference President said while speaking to ANI, "Atal Bihari Vajpayee had said that we can change our friends but not our neighbours...DNA - Published |
Parties should set aside differences and unite to crush terror in J&K: Former CM Ghulam Nabi AzadFormer Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad condemns the killing of a retired senior police officer in Baramulla and calls for all political parties to unite in the fight against terror...IndiaTimes - Published | Last rites of former J&K cop shot dead by terrorists performed in BaramullaFormer Jammu and Kashmir Police officer Mohd Shafi was shot dead by terrorists while offering prayers at a mosque in Baramulla. The last rites of Shafi were performed in Baramulla, with villagers and..IndiaTimes - Published |
