Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, has appealed to national parties, including the BJP, to reinstate statehood for J&K, emphasizing it as a constitutional right, not a discretionary favor. He argues that downgrading a state to a Union Territory sets a dangerous precedent, urging a bill in Parliament's current session.
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US envoy Steve Witkoff met with Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin for three hours amidst efforts to end the Ukraine war. This meeting occurred before a deadline for Russia to agree to peace or face new sanctions. Donald Trump hinted at diplomatic progress, stating the meeting was "highly productive.
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