Ruhullah Calls for Autonomy, Not Just Statehood, for J&K in Parliament

Ruhullah Calls for Autonomy, Not Just Statehood, for J&K in Parliament

Autonomy, Not Just Statehood, Is Justice for Jammu Kashmir, Centre misleading nation over Kashmir’s post Art-370 abrogation situation: MP Aga Ruhullah in Parliament Srinagar 03 Jan: National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah on Monday called for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s pre-1953 status, asserting that mere statehood was insufficient. He also criticised Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for failing to mention the plight of Muslims in his parliamentary speech. Speaking during the debate on the President’s address in Parliament, Ruhullah pointed out that while Gandhi spoke about his vision for…

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Ruhullah Pushes for J&K’s Pre-1953 Position and Statehood in Parliament

Ruhullah Pushes for J&K's Pre-1953 Position and Statehood in Parliament

In Parliament Ruhullah seeks statehood, restoration of J&K’s pre-1953 position; Hits out at Rahul Gandhi for ignoring Muslims in his speech New Delhi, Feb 03 : Pointing out that the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi didn’t mention plight of Muslims in his speech, National Conference Member Parliament Aga Ruhullah on Monday said that besides restoring Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood, New Delhi will have to return pre-1953 position to the region. Speaking in response to the President’s address in the Parliament, Ruhullah, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO)…

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Centre Should Restore Statehood Before Court Intervention : Omar Abdullah

Centre Should Restore Statehood Before Court Intervention : Omar Abdullah

Hope UT status temporary, dual power centres of no good; Says before moving court, Centre must be given chance to restore statehood Hoping that Jammu and Kashmir’s status as a Union Territory is a “temporary phase”, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the Centre should be given the first opportunity to restore statehood rather than immediately approaching the court. In his first detailed media interaction in Srinagar since assuming office two months ago, Omar emphasised that dual centres of power were “not to anyone’s advantage”. Responding to a question…

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Omar Abdullah’s Bold Statement: Rectifying BJP’s Wrongs in Jammu and Kashmir

Abdullah's Bold Statement: Rectifying BJP's Wrongs in Jammu and Kashmir

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Vows to Rectify Wrongs Done by BJP Government Srinagar, December 13, 2024 – In a bold statement, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has vowed to rectify the wrongs done by the previous BJP government. Addressing the media outside the Chamber House following a meeting, Abdullah emphasized his commitment to addressing the issues and challenges faced by the region under the BJP’s rule. Key Points from CM Omar Abdullah’s Statement: Restoration of Statehood: Abdullah reiterated his government’s dedication to restoring the full statehood of Jammu…

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Administrative Reshuffle in Jammu and Kashmir: 74 JKAS Officers Reassigned

Administrative Reshuffle in Jammu and Kashmir: 74 JKAS Officers Reassigned

Srinagar: The General Administration Department issued three separate orders for the immediate transfer and posting of 74 JKAS officers on Monday. Here is the list of Transfers: Ajaz Abdullah Saraf, JKAS, under orders of transfer Additional Registrar, Cooperatives, Kashmir, is posted as Additional Transport Commissioner, JK, against an available vacancy. Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, JKAS, Executive Director, JK Entrepreneurship Development Institute, is transferred and posted as Special Secretary in the office of Chief Electoral Officer, JK. Bashir Ahmad Wani, JKAS, Additional District Development Commissioner, Anantnag, is transferred and posted as Additional…

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Beyond Article 370: How Today’s Verdict Could Impact Other Central Government Decisions

Beyond Article 370: How Today's Verdict Could Impact Other Central Government Decisions

From delimitation in Jammu and Kashmir to voting rights to West Pakistan Refugees, a host of decisions will be impacted by the SC verdict on pleas challenging the changes made to Article 370. Here are the crucial ones On Monday, when the Supreme Court announces its verdict on a clutch of petitions challenging the changes made to Article 370 of the Constitution and the dividing of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, the judgement will impact several major decisions taken by the Centre in the…

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PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti Expresses Apprehension Ahead of Supreme Court Verdict on Article 370

PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti Expresses Apprehension Ahead of Supreme Court Verdict on Article 370

Srinagar, December 09, 2023: In remarks likely to stir political discourse, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti expressed apprehension about the impending Supreme Court verdict on Article 370. She voiced her concern that the decision could be detrimental to not only the interests of Jammu and Kashmir but also the nation as a whole. Addressing the media on Saturday, Mufti pointed to recent actions by the Jammu and Kashmir administration, suggesting they foreshadowed a potentially unfavorable judgment. She reiterated her stance…

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Don’t amend J&K Reorganisation Act while it’s under Supreme Court review: Omar Abdullah

Don't amend J&K Reorganisation Act while it's under Supreme Court review: Omar Abdullah

National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah Thursday said the government should not make amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act as the law is pending adjudication before the Supreme Court. Abdullah’s remarks came after the Lok Sabha passed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to nominate two members from the Kashmiri migrant community and one representing the displaced persons from PoK to the legislative assembly. “Our objections to the bill are on two issues. The first is that the Supreme Court has not announced its…

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J&K’s Natural Riches: Omar Abdullah Claims First Dibs for Locals

J&K's Natural Riches: Omar Abdullah Claims First Dibs for Locals

Omar Abdullah, the National Conference Vice President, has ignited a debate by boldly declaring that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have the first and foremost claim over their natural resources. He made this statement during a recent address to party workers, emphasizing that locals deserve the lion’s share of benefits from their land’s natural wealth. Abdullah’s statement packs a punch, especially considering the ongoing controversy surrounding resource utilization in J&K.  Critics argue that outsiders often reap the rewards, leaving locals with little to show for their land’s bounty. Here’s…

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