FAROOQ ABDULLAH REMARKS
Apologise or go to Pakistan: Protests erupt in Jammu over Farooq Abdullah's remark
Farooq Abdullah's recent comments in Baramulla regarding Pakistan protecting Kashmiris have incited protests across Jammu. Various organizations, including BJP groups, demanded his immediate apology, stating his remarks were anti-national. Several political leaders, including BJP's Sat Sharma, called for legal action against Abdullah for his statements. Concerns were raised about national security and the implications of his words on sovereignty.
Farooq Abdullah's statement regarding Pakistani claims on Kashmir incorrect: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Ghulam Nabi Azad has responded to Farooq Abdullah's recent remarks on Pakistan's influence in Kashmir. Azad emphasized that Pakistan has historically been an enemy of India and the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He urged respect for the development efforts made by successive Indian governments since 1947. Shia leader Imran Ansari also criticized Abdullah, labeling him and his party as 'rebels on rent'.
J&K Cong distances itself from Farooq's Pak remarks; Kashmiri Pandit groups file complaint
The J&K Congress has distanced itself from Farooq Abdullah's remarks regarding Pakistan's involvement in Kashmir. This comes as some groups have filed a police complaint against him for these comments. Abdullah's statements reflect frustrations regarding the restoration of statehood in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP leaders criticized his reliance on Pakistan narratives while highlighting local issues facing the region.
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Farooq Abdullah says Pakistan is ‘protecting’ Kashmiris, sparks BJP backlash
National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah stated that Pakistan's advocacy for Kashmir is a form of protection. He criticized the intentions of the Indian government towards Jammu and Kashmir. BJP leaders condemned Abdullah's remarks, labeling them as treasonous and anti-national. Congress leaders disagreed with Abdullah’s views but expressed concerns about the political situation in the region. Abdullah also raised issues regarding a mandatory service requirement for medical students, highlighting bureaucratic delays.

Bharat Jodo Yatra was not to sermonise 'Mann ki Baat' but to listen to 'Janta ki Chinta': Congress
Congress leaders praised Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra as a historic turning point. The yatra aimed to listen to public concerns and challenge the ruling party's ideology. Millions of Indians supported the march, which covered thousands of kilometers across the nation. Various celebrities and opposition leaders participated in the significant public engagement. The party reiterated its commitment to rebuilding India based on its founders' vision.

"I have been misquoted, my book is full of praise for Farooq Abdullah, there is nothing against him": Former RAW chief AS Dulat
Amidst political controversy in Jammu and Kashmir regarding Amarjit Singh Dulat's new book, 'The Chief Minister and the Spy,' the former RAW chief clarifies that the book praises Farooq Abdullah and contains nothing against him. Dulat denies media reports suggesting Abdullah privately backed the Article 370 move, asserting he was misquoted.

They call me Khalistani, American agent: Farooq Abdullah on dialogue between India-Pakistan
Farooq Abdullah, National Conference President, advocates dialogue for peace in Jammu and Kashmir despite criticism. Hopes for change in government post Lok Sabha results.

Congress manifesto is to make country strong, keep it secular: Farooq Abdullah
Reacting to PM Modi's remarks that the "Congress manifesto is a Muslim League manifesto aimed to break the country", Abdullah told media persons, "I don't think the (Congress) manifesto is to break the country. I think the manifesto is to make the country strong and keep it secular, that is what it is. If anybody thinks otherwise, they are already dividing the nation in their own ways."

Sajad Gani Lone should do whatever he can, says Farooq Abdullah on his FIR remarks
NC president Dr. Farooq Abdullah responded casually to People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone's threat of filing an FIR for alleged rigging in the 1987 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls. Abdullah suggested Lone should take action if he wishes. He also dismissed concerns about PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti contesting elections in Kashmir.

BJP slams Farooq Abdullah over his J-K 'non-local voters' remark
"Farooq Abdullah's statement is unfortunate. He being such a senior leader refers to non-local and local voters. The Constitution of India gives the right to vote to all citizens of India," said Tarun Chugh.

BJP-led Centre should form panel to know truth behind exodus of Kashmiri Pandits: Farooq Abdullah
Farooq Abdullah's remarks came in the backdrop of the ongoing controversy over the film 'The Kashmir Files', which is based on the 1990 exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits.

Farooq Abdullah's remarks on Article 370 restoration 'unacceptable': Karan Singh
"I can understand his rage and frustration at recent events, including the fact that he was under house arrest for a year, an emotion that large sections in the Kashmir Valley share. However, his recent articulation is totally unacceptable. It will tend to, once again, provoke totally unrealistic expectations among the people of Kashmir," he said in a statement.

Hoist national flag in Lal Chowk before PoK: Farooq to Centre
The truth is that (PoK) is not our part and this (J&K) is not their part. That is the truth," Abdullah said defending his comment that PoK does not belong to India.

Rs 21 lakh bounty announced for Farooq Abdullah's tongue
The Anti Terrorist Front India's national president Viresh Shandilya also demanded immediate investigation and arrest of the Srinagar MP.

Centre should prove my father wrong with 'actions': Omar Abdullah
The National Conference leader was reacting to Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Hans Raj Ahir's statement that no one can stop India from taking back PoK.

Omar Abdullah's failure to check stone-pelting in 2010 led to current situation: Mehbooba Mufti
"It is because of the failure to take steps to treat the ailment. It churned lava (in youths), which exploded suddenly last year and till now, we have not been able to stop this."

BJP protests against Farooq Abdullah's PoK remark
Led by President, BJP Jammu and Kashmir Displaced District, the protestors took out a rally from Prem Nath Dogra Bhawn in Kachi Chawni here and were demanding an apology from the former chief minister of the state for his remarks.

BJP slams Farooq Abdullah for his PoK remarks, seeks apology
BJP spokesperson said Maharaja Hari Singh while signing the Instrument of Accession made the whole of Jammu and Kashmir, under his control, part of the Dominion of India.

PMO under Manmohan Singh cleanest, A B Vajpayee's most infamous: Congress
Singhvi also dismissed BJP candidate Smriti Irani's attack on Priyanka Gandhi as a "small subtext of larger frustration" in the BJP camp.

Narendra Modi hits back at Farooq's 'drown in sea' jibe; says Abdullahs ruined J&K
Modi tweeted, "Instead of telling those voting for Modi to drown, Dr. Abdullah should look at himself in the mirror & see how he ruined J&K."

Lok Sabha Polls 2014: Priyanka has lowered political discourse, says Arun Jaitley
Arun Jaitley said Priyanka has "lowered the political discourse" with her language and the Vadra family needs to be "scared of the law".

Those who vote for Modi should drown in sea: Farooq Abdullah
Abdullah today said those who vote for Narendra Modi should "drown" in the sea and also threatened that Kashmir will not remain with India if the country becomes communal.

Ruckus in J&K Assembly over Farooq's comment on power theft
"It (pilferage of electricity) happens all over the country. Biggest transmission and distribution losses are in Jammu and Kashmir," Farooq added

Farooq Abdullah draws flak from women leaders over employment remark
Cutting across party lines, women leaders criticized Union Minister Farooq Abdullah for his controversial statement that hiring female personal secretaries can land one in jail.

Farooq Abdullah could have been hanged if he became Pakistan PM: Mulayam Singh Yadav
The SP chief's remark was in an obvious reference to the hanging of Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto by Gen Zia Ul Haq over 30 years back.
India is a secular and liberal democratic country: Farooq Abdullah tells Geelani
Farooq Abdullah and Syed Ali Shah Ali Geelani were locked in a war of words over Abdullah's remarks earlier this week on liquor shops and cinemas.
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