Srinagar, Sept. 8 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said a number of pending matters concerning Jammu and Kashmir continue to figure in his discussions with the Centre, with restoration of statehood and changes in the business rules among the issues taken up with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Speaking to media here on Monday, Omar Abdullah said he is in constant touch with Shah on matters that require the Centre's intervention.

"I am in constant communication with the home minister. There are several issues between Jammu and Kashmir and the central government that are discussed," he said.

The chief minister said Jammu and Kashmir and the Centre have pending issues, such as restoration of statehood, approval of business rules, ...