Farmers' protest LIVE: Unions call for 'All-India Bandh' on Tuesday
4 years ago

Farmers' protest LIVE: Unions call for 'All-India Bandh' on Tuesday

Business Standard  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the farm reform legislations were brought in after elaborate stakeholder consultations and a lot of homework, and will benefit farmers. Asserting that the reforms were not done in a jiffy, she said the agriculture minister is meeting farmers with an open mind and hoped that a solution will be found soon. She also said that national parties, state level parties have all mentioned it at different times that these are reforms which were long awaited. Sitharaman said that if there are farmers who have some doubt, "I am glad the agriculture minister is engaging in a meaningful conversation with them with an open mind.

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Amid farmers' protest, Guru Randhawa urges government to listen to their needs; trolls ask 'paise mil gaye?'
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1 week ago

Amid farmers' protest, Guru Randhawa urges government to listen to their needs; trolls ask 'paise mil gaye?'

Hindustan Times  

As farmers continue to protest at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, singer Guru Randhawa has come forward to extend his support to the farmer community. When one user questioned the reason behind his post, Guru shared that he belongs to the "farmer family” which is why he is standing with the farmer community and requesting the Indian government. In another …

Farmers March To Shambhu Border Protest Site On Tractors: Watch
1 week ago

Farmers March To Shambhu Border Protest Site On Tractors: Watch

ABP News  

Farmers held a tractor march on Monday in support of the farmers protesting at the Shambhu border over their various demands, including a legal guarantee on the MSP for crops. On Sunday, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher wrote to the Samyukta Kisan Morcha to join hands with the protesting farmers. #WATCH | Ambala, Haryana: Farmers march to Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border …

Farmers' protest to gain momentum with Rakesh Tikait's support
1 week, 4 days ago

Farmers' protest to gain momentum with Rakesh Tikait's support

India Today  

The farmers’ protest at the Punjab-Haryana border is set to intensify, with the Bharatiya Kisan Union and other major farmer organisations stepping in to back the agitation. Rakesh Tikait, the BKU’s national spokesperson, has announced plans to visit the Khanauri border on Friday to meet Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a key farmer leader spearheading the protest. “When the central government passed …

Farmers set for tractor protest as Government says its support is ‘steadfast’
1 week, 5 days ago

Farmers set for tractor protest as Government says its support is ‘steadfast’

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The “RIP British Farming” protest has been organised by Kent Fairness for Farmers and Save British Farming in response …

Farmers to resume march to Delhi on Saturday
1 week, 6 days ago

Farmers to resume march to Delhi on Saturday

Hindustan Times  

Punjab farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Tuesday said the protesting farmers will resume their foot march to Delhi on December 14 as there has been no invitation from the Centre for holding a dialogue. The protesting farmers had to suspend their foot march to Delhi from the Shambhu border on Sunday after some of them sustained injuries in tear …

Shivraj Chouhan meets farm outfits; why aren’t we invited, ask protesting farmers
1 week, 6 days ago

Shivraj Chouhan meets farm outfits; why aren’t we invited, ask protesting farmers

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday met leaders representing farmers from two ‘khap’ groups from Haryana, apart from an organisation from Chhattisgarh, as part of his programme to interact with cultivators. Farmers representing Haryana-based Naugama Khap Kisan Sangathan in Jind, Satrol Khap Seva Samiti from Hisar and Nandal Khap in Rohtak participated in the discussions Farmers …

Farmer Protest: Shambhu Border Meeting Today as Farmers Plan Delhi March Strategy
1 week, 6 days ago

Farmer Protest: Shambhu Border Meeting Today as Farmers Plan Delhi March Strategy

ABP News  

At Shambhu Border, farmers who have been protesting for over 300 days are set to hold a crucial meeting today. Farmers are closely watching the central government's stance on their demands, hoping for a positive response regarding talks. Farmer leader Abhimanyu Kohar has expressed concerns that neither the ruling party nor the opposition is supporting the farmers in their ongoing …

Farmer leader Pandher says no protest march to Delhi on Tuesday, slams Centre's 'double speak'
2 weeks ago

Farmer leader Pandher says no protest march to Delhi on Tuesday, slams Centre's 'double speak'

New Indian Express  

CHANDIGARH: Punjab farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher said no 'jatha' of farmers will resume foot march to Delhi on Tuesday, and accused the Centre of being confused on how the protesters should proceed to the national capital. Agitating farmers suspended their foot march to Delhi from the Shambhu border on Sunday after some of them sustained injuries in teargas shelling …

With ‘Modi govt in no mood to talk’, farmers to resume Delhi Chalo march today: Top 10 updates
2 weeks, 1 day ago

With ‘Modi govt in no mood to talk’, farmers to resume Delhi Chalo march today: Top 10 updates

Live Mint  

Farmers' Delhi Chalo march will resume today i.e. The Delhi Chalo march will reume today after Punjab farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher stated on Friday that if the government did not engage in talks, they would continue the march. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher expressed his disappointment and said that the central government is unwilling to engage in talks with …

Resolve farmers’ land related issues on priority: UP chief secy
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Resolve farmers’ land related issues on priority: UP chief secy

Hindustan Times  

GREATER NOIDA: In view of the recent agitation demanding 10% developed plots for farmers displaced by land acquisition, implementation of new legal benefits, and the adoption of recommendations by a state committee for farmer welfare, Uttar Pradesh chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh on Saturday in a meeting emphasised on the need to resolve all grievances. The chief secretary, accompanied by …

RJD MP Manoj Jha takes a jibe at Agriculture Minister says ‘a lot of difference between words and reality’
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

RJD MP Manoj Jha takes a jibe at Agriculture Minister says ‘a lot of difference between words and reality’

The Hindu  

Rashtriya Janata Dal’s Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Jha on Saturday took a jibe at Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for his Parliament address on farmers, saying, “There is a lot of difference between their word and reality.” Speaking with ANI, Mr. Jha criticised the authorities for the use of tear gas on the farmers protesting at the Sambu border with …

MoS Bhagirath Choudhary invites protesting farmers for dialogue, says “doors are open”
2 weeks, 3 days ago

MoS Bhagirath Choudhary invites protesting farmers for dialogue, says “doors are open”

Op India  

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Bhagirath Choudhary, on Friday invited protesting farmers for talks, stating that the government is open for holding dialogue with them. Earlier in the day, farmers marching towards Delhi under the ‘Delhi Chalo’ protest were stopped at the Shambhu border. “We should be allowed to go towards Delhi peacefully or we should …

Farmers protest live update: Unions to resume march on Dec 8 if Centre fails to engage in talks
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Farmers protest live update: Unions to resume march on Dec 8 if Centre fails to engage in talks

Hindustan Times  

Farmers protest live update: Farmers walk amidst tear gas as they gather on the day they march towards New Delhi to press for better crop prices promised to them in 2021, at the Shambhu barrier, a border crossing between Punjab and Haryana states, India, December 6, 2024. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis Farmers protest live update: A ‘jatha’ of farmers from Punjab under …

After expressing concern for farmers, Dhankhar hails Modi’s works for them
2 weeks, 4 days ago

After expressing concern for farmers, Dhankhar hails Modi’s works for them

The Hindu  

Two days after expressing concern over farmers’ protests and asking the Centre to hold discussions with them, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought the issues of farmers to the centre stage. The V-P, who is ex-officio Chairman of the Upper House, said the PM prioritised farmers in every scheme, including …

Breaking News: Furious Over Arrests, Farmers Announce March to Delhi Again | ABP News
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Breaking News: Furious Over Arrests, Farmers Announce March to Delhi Again | ABP News

ABP News  

Once again, farmers from Noida have launched a march towards Delhi, fueled by anger over being forcibly removed from the Dalit Prerna Sthal. The protest has drawn widespread attention, with the Bhartiya Kisan Union, led by Rakesh Tikait, extending its support to the farmers. The forcible eviction from the Dalit Prerna Sthal has particularly ignited outrage among the farmers, who …

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Slams Centre, Calls Out Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Slams Centre, Calls Out Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

ABP News  

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar raised concerns about the central government's approach towards farmers and directly criticized Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Referring to the farmers as honorable and indispensable, Dhankhar drew attention to the struggles they endure and emphasized the necessity of timely dialogue with them. He also questioned whether any written promises were …

Jagdeep Dhankhar slams Modi govt amid farmers’ protest: ‘Not being practical, policy-making not on right track’
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Jagdeep Dhankhar slams Modi govt amid farmers’ protest: ‘Not being practical, policy-making not on right track’

Live Mint  

Farmers' Protest News: In the midst of ongoing farmers' protests, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar has called on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government to initiate immediate discussions with the cultivators, highlighting the increasing distress among the agricultural community. Speaking during a session, Jagdeep Dhankhar directed a pointed question to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, asking whether previous promises made to …

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hits out at Centre, asks why there is no dialogue with farmers
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hits out at Centre, asks why there is no dialogue with farmers

India TV News  

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday came down heavily on the Centre over the farmers issue and asked why there is no dialogue with farmers. He also urged Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to unify the nation on farmers issue and cited the example of Sardar Patel. Earlier in the day, the Uttar Pradesh police detained protesting farmers who …

Farmers' protest: Why are farmers marching to Delhi and what are their key demands? | Explained
3 weeks ago

Farmers' protest: Why are farmers marching to Delhi and what are their key demands? | Explained

India TV News  

Various farmer organisations have called for a protest march to Delhi starting Monday and giv ing details about their march, the Bhartiya Kisan Parishad leader Sukhbir Khalifa said that the farmers are protesting to demand fair compensation and benefits under the new agricultural laws. Notably, the protest march by the farmers is part of broader demonstrations by various farmer organisations, …

Delhi braces for another round of farmers' protest; what are their demands?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Delhi braces for another round of farmers' protest; what are their demands?

Hindustan Times  

Delhi is bracing for yet another round of protests by farmers' organisations. Sukhbir Khalifa, leader of Bhartiya Kisan Parishad, said on Sunday that the members will begin their march towards Delhi on Monday, demanding fair compensation and better benefits under the new agricultural laws. Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee general secretary Sarwan Singh Pandher said farmers protesting at the Shambhu border …

Ludhiana: Industries moving out of state due to farmers’ protests, says Bitta
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Ludhiana: Industries moving out of state due to farmers’ protests, says Bitta

Hindustan Times  

Maninderjit Singh Bitta, chairman of the All-India Anti-Terrorist Front, expressed concerns on Thursday over the activities of certain farmer unions in Punjab, accusing them of jeopardising the future of the state’s youth. Ludhiana: Industries moving out of state due to farmers’ protests, says Bitta Addressing mediapersons at the circuit house here, Bitta criticised the prolonged protests and road blockades organised …

Farm unions to finalise modalities of Delhi march today
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1 month ago

Farm unions to finalise modalities of Delhi march today

Hindustan Times  

Rope in other state units, plan fast, gherao of BJP leaders Both the protesting farmer unions have been staying put on the Punjab and Haryana borders since February 13. The protest march will start from the Shambhu protest site on December 6, before which, Sanyukt Kisan Morcha convener Jagjeet Singh Dallewal will start fast unto death from November 26 at …

Farmers protest in central London over tax changes
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1 month ago

Farmers protest in central London over tax changes

China Daily  

Farmers drive tractors through Westminster, central London on Tuesday during a demonstration against a policy of the United Kingdom's Labour Party government that is expected to increase inheritance tax for some farmers. REUTERS Farmers descended on central London on Tuesday to protest about recent changes to inheritance tax rules, which they say could leave them with large tax bills that …

Farmers protest in central London over tax changes
1 month ago

Farmers protest in central London over tax changes

China Daily  

Farmers drive tractors through Westminster, central London on Tuesday during a demonstration against a policy of the United Kingdom's Labour Party government that is expected to increase inheritance tax for some farmers. REUTERS Farmers descended on central London on Tuesday to protest about recent changes to inheritance tax rules, which they say could leave them with large tax bills that …

No talks with farm unions but panel to submit action plan in SC
2 months, 3 weeks ago

No talks with farm unions but panel to submit action plan in SC

Hindustan Times  

Even as the protesting farmer unions, holding a sit-in on the Punjab-Haryana border for the past seven months, have decided not to engage in talks with the Supreme Court-appointed panel, the committee has decided to move ahead with its work. The protesting farmers, led by Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, have been camping at the Shambhu and …

PM’s I-Day speech out of touch with ground, say protesting farmers
4 months, 1 week ago

PM’s I-Day speech out of touch with ground, say protesting farmers

The Hindu  

Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the need to transform the agricultural sector on Thursday at the flag-hoisting event at Red Fort, protesting farmers at the Shambhu border said their demands have remained unheard. ‘False assurances’ Farmers from Punjab and Haryana, who have stayed put at Shambhu border over six months after they began blocking roads as part of …

Farmers’ issue to be resolved with dialogue: Agri minister Chouhan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Farmers’ issue to be resolved with dialogue: Agri minister Chouhan

Hindustan Times  

Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Monday that there are problems in the sector and he will discuss the issues with the farmers and their associations. Union minister of agriculture and farmers’ welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan speaks in the Rajya Sabha in New Delhi on Monday. He further said, “We will resolve it through dialogue and will move …

Opposition protests Agriculture Minister’s incomplete reply on legal backing for MSP
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Opposition protests Agriculture Minister’s incomplete reply on legal backing for MSP

The Hindu  

Accusing Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan of ducking a question in the Rajya Sabha on introducing a legal guarantee for minimum support prices for all crops, a major demand of farmers’ organisations, Opposition leaders strongly registered their protests, leading to noisy scenes in the Upper House on July 26. The question was posed by Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal …

Farmers’ protests triggered urban-rural divide: Jakhar
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Farmers’ protests triggered urban-rural divide: Jakhar

Hindustan Times  

BJP state president Sunil Jakhar on Tuesday slammed the state government for its “failure to control farmers’ protests”. Addressing a press conference in Jalandhar, Jakhar said the ongoing protests by farmer unions had created a division between urban and rural societies, and also between farmers and traders, who are facing huge financial losses due to the stir at the Shambhu …

Stopped from reaching PM’s rally, farmers stage dharna on roads
7 months ago

Stopped from reaching PM’s rally, farmers stage dharna on roads

Hindustan Times  

Hundreds of farmers, who have been protesting at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, were not allowed to march towards the Polo Ground where PM Modi addressed his party’s election rally on Thursday. Farmers were out to show black flags and question PM Modi over various pending demands, including a legal guarantee on the minimum support price and the recent death …

Don’t protest at PM’s rally, submit memorandum, BJP urges farmers
7 months ago

Don’t protest at PM’s rally, submit memorandum, BJP urges farmers

Hindustan Times  

With farmer unions of Punjab deciding to protest during the upcoming election rallies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Punjab, the Bharatiya Janata Party has urged leaders of the farmers’ unions to submit a memorandum of their demands to the party so that the same could be forwarded to the PM. BJP’s national executive member Manoranjan Kalia said farmers must …

CSDS-Lokniti 2024 pre-poll survey | Understanding perspectives: farmers’ protests raise divisive opinions
8 months, 1 week ago

CSDS-Lokniti 2024 pre-poll survey | Understanding perspectives: farmers’ protests raise divisive opinions

The Hindu  

India’s demographic heavily tilts towards rural areas, and agriculture remains the primary occupation. Additionally, the survey also reveals that one in every ten respondents either lack awareness of the protests or are unfamiliar with the farmers’ demands, and this lack of awareness is marginally higher among farmers’ households. However, the majority supports the farmers’ protests; support for this is comparatively …

Rahul Gandhi: If voted to power, INDIA alliance to be voice of farmers
9 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi: If voted to power, INDIA alliance to be voice of farmers

The Hindu  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday took potshots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for working only for ‘media attention’ through actions like performing undersea pooja, flying on aircraft and visiting Pakistan and China borders while neglecting the urgent issues faced by farmers, including loan waiver for agrarian and export and import policies. Addressing a ‘Shetkari Sammelan’ at Nashik’s Chandwad as …

How farmers’ protests in Europe and India share common ground
9 months, 3 weeks ago

How farmers’ protests in Europe and India share common ground

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 26, 2024 19:38 IST - 5 MINS READ The current farmers’ protest in Europe and the Indian farmers’ protest in 2020-21 and now again in 2024 have several specific features that reveal their differences, but they have a major commonality—they represent the revolt by farmers against the urban bias in agricultural governance in the industrialised West and …

Farmers to hold ’Mahapanchayat’ at Ramlila Maidan on 10 March. 10 developments
10 months ago

Farmers to hold ’Mahapanchayat’ at Ramlila Maidan on 10 March. 10 developments

Live Mint  

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha on Thursday demanded the registration of a murder case over the death of a protesting farmer on the Punjab-Haryana border and announced a Black Day and a tractor march to condemn the incident. Here are the major developments that happened on Thursday: Farmer leader Avik Saha said after the meeting between SKM National Coordination Committee and …

“Not in favour, we reject it…”: Farmer leaders on Centre’s proposal over MSP
10 months ago

“Not in favour, we reject it…”: Farmer leaders on Centre’s proposal over MSP

Op India  

After the Centre brought a proposal to purchase crops at Minimum Support Price, farmers leaders rejected the proposal on Monday evening, saying that it had nothing for them. Addressing a press conference, farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal said that after the discussion, the forums rejected the proposal. After the fourth round of talks, General Secretary of Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh …

Farmer leader's 'whatever happens now' warning to Centre ahead of Feb 21 protest
10 months ago

Farmer leader's 'whatever happens now' warning to Centre ahead of Feb 21 protest

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Hours after farmers leading the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation rejected the Centre's proposal to procure pulses, maize and cotton at MSP, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has warned the BJP-led government that it will be responsible for "whatever happens now". "The intention of the government was very clear that they would not let us enter Delhi at any cost.If …

Farmers Escalate Protests, Centre Holds Talks in Chandigarh
10 months ago

Farmers Escalate Protests, Centre Holds Talks in Chandigarh

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Centre held the fourth round of talks with the leaders of protesting farmers’ unions in Chandigarh on Sunday. Union agriculture minister Arjun Munda, commerce minister Piyush Goyal and minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai represented the Centre during the talks with the farmers’ unions. Representing the protesting farmers, SKM leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Kisan …

Farm talks: Govt offers plan to procure 3 crops; farmers march to Delhi on hold
10 months ago

Farm talks: Govt offers plan to procure 3 crops; farmers march to Delhi on hold

Hindustan Times  

The Union government on Sunday proposed a plan to procure pulses, maize and cotton from farmers at minimum support prices, Union minister for food, commerce and consumer affairs Piyush Goyal said shortly after concluding the fourth round of negotiations with protesting farm unions that stretched beyond midnight. The minister said during the discussions, the government proposed an “innovative, out-of-the-box” plan, …

Farmers protest: What Centre proposed to farm leaders at key round 4 meeting?
10 months ago

Farmers protest: What Centre proposed to farm leaders at key round 4 meeting?

Hindustan Times  

The central government on Sunday night held the fourth round of talks with the leaders of farmers' unions amid the ongoing ‘Delhi Chalo’ march demanding unmet promises. During the meeting in Chandigarh, the government proposed some ideas, including a five-year plan, to the farmers's leaders. Talking to reporters after a four-hour-long meeting, which commenced at 8.15 pm, Union Minister Piyush …

Farmers protest: Centre proposes 5-year plan at round 4 talks, all eyes on next step
10 months ago

Farmers protest: Centre proposes 5-year plan at round 4 talks, all eyes on next step

Hindustan Times  

The fourth round of talks between the protesting farmers' leaders and the Union government concluded on late Sunday night. During the meeting, the Centre proposed some ideas, including a five-year plan, following which the farmers have put a hold on the ‘Delhi Chalo’ march, general secretary of Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee Sarwan Singh Pandher said. Farmers protest: Centre proposes …

Farmers protest highlights: 'Delhi chalo' march on hold after meeting with govt
10 months ago

Farmers protest highlights: 'Delhi chalo' march on hold after meeting with govt

Hindustan Times  

Feb 18, 2024 7:32 PM IST On Sunday, the Communist Party of India leader Hannan Mollah claimed that no protest is being held by SKM on the border of Delhi, rather, three-four organisations that separated from SKM after the movement in the year 2020 are agitating and taking their name. Last time in the year 2020, when there was a …

Farmers Protest: Fourth round of talks between agitators, Union Ministers held in Chandigarh
10 months ago

Farmers Protest: Fourth round of talks between agitators, Union Ministers held in Chandigarh

India TV News  

The meeting between the farmer leaders and Union Ministers for a fourth round of talks was held in Chandigarh as the agitation entered day six on Sunday. Ban on Internet services extended Just a day earlier, the Haryana government extended the ban on mobile internet and bulk SMS services in seven districts by two more days till February 19 in …

Farmer leaders, Centre hold 4th round of talks as 'Delhi Chalo' protest continues
10 months ago

Farmer leaders, Centre hold 4th round of talks as 'Delhi Chalo' protest continues

India Today  

Union Ministers Arjun Munda, Piyush Goyal, and Nityanand Rai met with farmer leaders on Sunday in Chandigarh for the fourth round of discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing farmers' protest. During the meeting, the Centre sought to establish a consensus on three key issues: ensuring the Minimum Support Price guarantee, implementing recommendations from the Swaminathan Commission, and providing loan waivers …

Bhartiya Kisan Union announces agitation backing protesting farmers from next week
10 months ago

Bhartiya Kisan Union announces agitation backing protesting farmers from next week

India Today  

The Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Naresh Tikait announced on Saturday that farmers will stage dharnas in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, and Uttarakhand on February 21 to press their demands, including a legal guarantee of MSP. Addressing a Panchayat organised at Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh, BKU spokesperson Rakesh Tikait also expressed solidarity with the protesting farmers at the Punjab-Haryana border and …

Farmers protest 2024 updates: Fourth round of talks between Centre-farmers to take place on Sunday, February 18, 2024
10 months ago

Farmers protest 2024 updates: Fourth round of talks between Centre-farmers to take place on Sunday, February 18, 2024

The Hindu  

The Bhartiya Kisan Union and the BKU took out a tractor march in Haryana and held dharnas outside the residences of senior BJP leaders in Punjab respectively in support of the protesting farmers. In Punjab, the BKU held dharnas outside the residences of former Punjab CM Amarinder Singh in Patiala, BJP’s Punjab unit chief Sunil Jakhar in Abohar and senior …

Farmers' protest enters Day 5, next round of talks with Centre tomorrow
10 months ago

Farmers' protest enters Day 5, next round of talks with Centre tomorrow

India Today  

Farmers, mostly from Punjab and Haryana, resumed their protest on the fifth day since they kicked off their 'Delhi Chalo' march on Tuesday over a legal guarantee for minimum support price. FOLLOW HERE FOR FARMERS' PROTEST LIVE BLOG FOR UPDATES FARMERS' PROTEST: LATEST DEVELOPMENTS SO FAR The government representatives will meet farmer leaders on Sunday for a fourth round of …

Amid farmers' protest, government mulls formation of panel to discuss MSP: Sources
10 months ago

Amid farmers' protest, government mulls formation of panel to discuss MSP: Sources

India Today  

Amid the ongoing farmers' protest, the government is likely to propose the formation of a committee, comprising representatives of government officials and representatives of farmer organisations, sources have said. The government also believes that in the last committee formed for farmers, the representatives of farmer organisations, under the leadership of Sanjay Agrawal, did not provide the names of their representatives. …

They led farmers' protest 1.0, but MIA in second edition. Here's why
10 months, 1 week ago

They led farmers' protest 1.0, but MIA in second edition. Here's why

India Today  

Prominent farm leaders, who led the farmers' protest back in 2020-21, have distanced themselves from the stir this year. As compared to the previous stir, the following names are missing from the 'Delhi Chalo' call of SKM this year - Yogender Yadav Joginder Singh Ugrahan Rakesh Tikait Gurnam Singh Chaduni Balbir Singh Rajewal Manjit Rai Dr Darshan Pal Shiv Kumar …

Farmers’ anger is increasing, outgoing union head warns UK governments
10 months, 1 week ago

Farmers’ anger is increasing, outgoing union head warns UK governments

The Telegraph  

Concerns have been growing in Wales over the Government’s proposed reforms to the EU-subsidy scheme, which will require 20 percent of farms to be used for trees and wildlife habitat. An impact assessment commissioned for the Welsh Government suggests a decline in labour of 11 percent, amounting to 5,500 jobs, although it suggests this may be reflected in farmers working …

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