CM Omar Abdullah announces new Assembly, salary hike, final Amnesty & heritage push for J&K

Srinagar : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Thursday that a new Assembly building will be constructed soon, alongside the development of courts equipped for virtual hearings. Addressing key concerns during the ongoing Budget Session 2025, he emphasised the need to revise MLA salaries, unchanged since 2015, and proposed forming a committee…

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Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah orders inquiry into fashion show in Gulmarg, calls it offensive

Srinagar : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ordered an inquiry into a controversial fashion show held in Gulmarg, which has sparked criticism for allegedly offending societal sentiments. Abdullah condemned the event, emphasizing that it should not have been conducted, particularly during the month of Ramzan. “We have ordered an inquiry. A private…

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‘Committed to transforming J&K into economically vibrant region’, CM Omar Abdullah presents budget

Jammu- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presented the first budget of the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the Legislative Assembly after six years, calling the budget a roadmap for economic growth and true reflection of people’s aspirations. Before entering the Assembly, Omar Abdullah posted on X, “A little more than 7 years…

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India, world need compassionate, responsible leaders: J-K CM Omar Abdullah at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University convocation

Jammu : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday reminded graduating students of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University about the “rapidly evolving world” which is marked by rapid development of artificial intelligence, climate change and intense global competition. Addressing the 10th Convocation Ceremony of the university, the chief minister said that India and…

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