• Farmers in Pilibhit marched to the minister's residence demanding payment for pending sugarcane dues. The ...More

    Farmers in Pilibhit marched to the minister's residence demanding payment for pending sugarcane dues. They also called for the reopening of the Majhola Cooperative Sugar Mill. Officials assured that payments will be made after an auction. Sugar production has increased, but prices remain below production costs. Industry leaders emphasize the need for better sugar realisations to ensure timely farmer payments. ...Less

  • The DMK party has clarified remarks made by its chief, M K Stalin, regarding the current TVK government's ...More

    The DMK party has clarified remarks made by its chief, M K Stalin, regarding the current TVK government's survival. Stalin's comments about the government not lasting more than three months were not an attempt to dissolve or topple it. Instead, the DMK states, he highlighted the government's precarious condition amidst rising crime and public unrest. ...Less

  • Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal stated the Maha Vikas Aghadi will continue its agitati ...More

    Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal stated the Maha Vikas Aghadi will continue its agitation. Farmers are demanding a guaranteed price of Rs 25-30 per kg for their onion produce. The MVA organized a road blockade on the Pune-Nashik highway. They seek compensation for farmers and procurement of onion stock. Opposition leaders participated in the protest. ...Less

  • Onion farmers protested on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway in Nashik demanding higher prices for their p ...More

    Onion farmers protested on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway in Nashik demanding higher prices for their produce. Opposition leaders including the likes of Congress state president Harshvardhan Sapkal led the demonstration. Farmers distributed Melody toffees during the protest and called for a higher Minimum Support Price and an inquiry into procurement corruption. ...Less

  • NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar led a protest demanding the government buy onions at Rs 25 per kg. Farmers are s ...More

    NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar led a protest demanding the government buy onions at Rs 25 per kg. Farmers are selling produce at distress prices due to falling rates. Pawar stated farmers are not recovering production costs. He also called for compensation for those who sold onions at low rates. The agitation will intensify if demands are not met. ...Less

  • Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has slammed the Maharashtra government. He stated that funds are unav ...More

    Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has slammed the Maharashtra government. He stated that funds are unavailable for distressed farmers. However, the government is proceeding with unnecessary projects. This is happening despite the state's significant debt. Farmers growing mango, cashew, and onions face unseasonal rain and low market prices. Their situation has become pitiable. ...Less

  • Maharashtra's onion farmers are facing severe financial distress as prices plummet below production costs ...More

    Maharashtra's onion farmers are facing severe financial distress as prices plummet below production costs due to bumper arrivals, unseasonal rains, and weakened export demand. Many growers are incurring substantial losses, struggling to even cover cultivation expenses and facing mounting debt. Farmers are demanding government intervention, including a minimum support price and compensation for distress sales. ...Less

  • Farmers opposing the land acquisition expressed fears of losing their livelihood. As the situation escala ...More

    Farmers opposing the land acquisition expressed fears of losing their livelihood. As the situation escalated, police attempted to control the protest, leading to allegations of manhandling and physical assault. It is also reported that some farmers were allegedly dragged by their collars during the incident. ...Less

  • Singur's landscape is marked by abandoned factory remnants and damaged farmland. The Tata Motors Nano pro ...More

    Singur's landscape is marked by abandoned factory remnants and damaged farmland. The Tata Motors Nano project's 2008 exit reshaped Bengal politics, bringing Mamata Banerjee to power. Eighteen years later, the land remains unproductive. Many who opposed the factory now regret the lost industrial opportunities and jobs. ...Less

  • Twitterati post celebratory videos, victory slogans as farmers protest comes to an end

    The announcement came after the SKM, which is spearheading the movement, received a central government si ...More

    The announcement came after the SKM, which is spearheading the movement, received a central government signed letter wherein it agreed to consider the farmers' pending demands, including the withdrawal of cases against farmers and to form a committee on minimum support price (MSP) for their crops. ...Less

  • After Rihanna, Greta Thunberg, others extend support to farmers' protest

    Greta Thunberg tweeted soon after singer Rihanna shared a news article highlighting the Centre's crackdow ...More

    Greta Thunberg tweeted soon after singer Rihanna shared a news article highlighting the Centre's crackdown on the farmers by cutting off internet services in many regions. ...Less

  • FIR filed over farmers' protest toolkit as social media war escalates

    Delhi Police says FIR was registered against unnamed individuals and pro-Khalistani groups and doesn't na ...More

    Delhi Police says FIR was registered against unnamed individuals and pro-Khalistani groups and doesn't name Swedish climate change activist Greta Thunberg, who first tweeted and then deleted a farmers protest toolkit. ...Less

  • Farmers Protest: Ministers, Bollywood biggies, cricketers vs Rihanna, Thunberg and other celebs

    The "temptation of sensationalist social media hashtags and comments" is neither accurate nor responsible ...More

    The "temptation of sensationalist social media hashtags and comments" is neither accurate nor responsible, the Ministry of External Affairs said as the international spotlight swivelled to farmers protest. ...Less

  • Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli join B-town on Twitter after RiRi's tweet causes stir, urge fans to stay 'united'

    The tweets by sports stars came after MEA's response to global celebrities' tweeting on the farmers' prot ...More

    The tweets by sports stars came after MEA's response to global celebrities' tweeting on the farmers' protests. ...Less

  • '#Aaj_Bharat_Bandh_Hai': Plough, tractor trend on Twitter as farmers protest in solidarity

    A nationwide agitation was held on the call of 'December 8 Kisan Mahaandolan' as protesting farmers vocif ...More

    A nationwide agitation was held on the call of 'December 8 Kisan Mahaandolan' as protesting farmers vociferously reiterated their demand of repealing the new farm laws, which they have termed as "kala kanoon". ...Less

  • 3 farm laws will also be withdrawn soon: Rahul after cops start removing barricades at protest site

    Delhi Police on Friday started removing the barricades and concertina wires it had put in place at the an ...More

    Delhi Police on Friday started removing the barricades and concertina wires it had put in place at the anti-farm laws protest site at Ghazipur on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border. ...Less

  • Annadatas crushed, cruelty hollowing out our country: Rahul Gandhi on Haryana accident

    "Mother India -- annadatas of the country (the food provider of the country) -- have been crushed. This c ...More

    "Mother India -- annadatas of the country (the food provider of the country) -- have been crushed. This cruelty and hatred are hollowing out our country. My condolences," Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi using the hashtag 'FarmersProtest'. ...Less

  • Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over 'anti-agriculture laws'

    "The reason is that these three new laws are designed to destroy the agricultural system in India and giv ...More

    "The reason is that these three new laws are designed to destroy the agricultural system in India and give the entire business to two or three of Narendra Modi's friends," Gandhi had alleged. ...Less

  • After Punjab farmers’ protest, Rihanna now marches in anti-Asian hate rally - and singer goes unrecognised

    The pop sensation went undercover dressed in black with a face mask and a cap. ...More

    The pop sensation went undercover dressed in black with a face mask and a cap. ...Less

  • Now Mia Khalifa, after RiRi and Greta, tweets in support of farmers; MEA slams 'sensationalist comments' by celebs

    Following global celebs commenting on the stir, the MEA put out a statement. ...More

    Following global celebs commenting on the stir, the MEA put out a statement. ...Less

  • Kumaraswamy asks Centre to hold talks with agitating farmers

    The Centre, which has stated that such laws have been brought in to help farmers, should immediately hold ...More

    The Centre, which has stated that such laws have been brought in to help farmers, should immediately hold talks with protesters and make efforts to remove their suspicions," the JD(S) leader tweeted. ...Less

  • Punjab govt to give Rs 2 lakh compensation to 83 arrested in Delhi for tractor march on R-Day

    Hundreds of farmers have been camping at the three Delhi borders since November 2020 with the demand that ...More

    Hundreds of farmers have been camping at the three Delhi borders since November 2020 with the demand that the government repeal the three farm laws. ...Less

  • Delhi Police files FIR after Greta Thunberg tweets 'protest toolkit'

    “We have not named anybody in the FIR. It is only the creators of the toolkit which is a matter of invest ...More

    “We have not named anybody in the FIR. It is only the creators of the toolkit which is a matter of investigation,” Delhi Police’s Praveer Ranjan says. ...Less

  • Congress condemns lathicharge on farmers in Haryana's Karnal

    Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shared a picture on Twitter of a farmer with blood-soaked clothes after the ...More

    Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shared a picture on Twitter of a farmer with blood-soaked clothes after the lathicharge and said the image has shamed India. ...Less

  • Haryana assembly elections: Farmers'protests could have been handled better, says Rao Inderjit Singh

    Union minister Rao Inderjit Singh is campaigning vigorously for the Haryana assembly elections, promoting ...More

    Union minister Rao Inderjit Singh is campaigning vigorously for the Haryana assembly elections, promoting his daughter Arti Rao and other candidates he recommended. Singh, who switched from Congress to BJP in 2014, is seen as a potential CM candidate. He addresses farmer protests and BJP rebels contesting as Independents. ...Less

  • Mia Khalifa reacts to signs saying 'regained consciousness', says 'still standing with farmers'

    Khalifa had criticised the internet shutdown at protest sites. ...More

    Khalifa had criticised the internet shutdown at protest sites. ...Less

  • Traffic chaos on Noida-Greater Noida Expressway due to farmers' protest

    Farmers' protest march to Delhi has caused major traffic jams on the Noida-Greater Noida expressway. Poli ...More

    Farmers' protest march to Delhi has caused major traffic jams on the Noida-Greater Noida expressway. Police have set up barricades and are conducting checks to prevent the farmers from reaching Delhi. The diversion of traffic has led to congestion on internal roads, and the protest is ongoing due to unresolved land disputes. ...Less

  • Farmers Protest: SC calls for status reports from Punjab, Haryana govts; says not detached from realities

    The Supreme Court acknowledges it is aware of the ground realities of the farmers' protest. It requests d ...More

    The Supreme Court acknowledges it is aware of the ground realities of the farmers' protest. It requests detailed reports from Punjab and Haryana and notes positive progress, praising Jagjit Singh Dallewal for his leadership. Key highways and roads have been reopened, indicating a potential resolution. ...Less

  • Farmers' Protest in Delhi: Why are farmers marching to the national capital again? What're their planned routes and demands?

    Farmers' Protest in Delhi: Farmers' organisations will start protests on December 2, marching towards Del ...More

    Farmers' Protest in Delhi: Farmers' organisations will start protests on December 2, marching towards Delhi for fair compensation and better benefits under new agricultural laws. Similar protests by other farmer groups will begin on December 6. Farmers are demanding a legally guaranteed Minimum Support Price, farm loan waiver, pension for farmers, no hike in electricity tariffs, and withdrawal of police cases. ...Less

  • View: The real issue is not how dare Rihanna tweet but about how we react

    The bigger question is why so many of our cultural icons had to wait for the likes of Rihanna to tweet be ...More

    The bigger question is why so many of our cultural icons had to wait for the likes of Rihanna to tweet before they ventured to voice an opinion, whether supporting or opposing, on an issue that is about farmers aka “the backbone of India.” ...Less

  • Land acquisition bill to be notified in two months: Jairam Ramesh

    All state governments are free to enact their own land acquisition laws, but they cannot undermine the la ...More

    All state governments are free to enact their own land acquisition laws, but they cannot undermine the law enacted by the Centre, Ramesh said. ...Less

  • Want our nod for bullet train? Give us doctors, street lights, medicines, say Palghar villagers

    Failing to make much headway via mass contact programmes in villages where it faced resistance, the NHRCL ...More

    Failing to make much headway via mass contact programmes in villages where it faced resistance, the NHRCL is now approaching individual landowners. ...Less

  • Farmers Protests: Twitter lit up as Republic Day tractor rally turned violent in Delhi

    As protestors broke barricades, clashed with the police and then infamously hoisted the Nishan Sahib flag ...More

    As protestors broke barricades, clashed with the police and then infamously hoisted the Nishan Sahib flag from Red Fort, there was a flood of hashtags — including Delhi under attack, Shame on tractor rally, Farmers protests, Kisan nahi gunde, Khalistani, Sikh, Tiranga — and lakhs of tweets. ...Less

  • Farmer Protests: Govt sends fresh notice to Twitter on accounts flagged

    India has sought removal of more than 1,000 Twitter accounts that security agencies flagged as those belo ...More

    India has sought removal of more than 1,000 Twitter accounts that security agencies flagged as those belonging to Khalistan sympathisers or backed by Pakistan, in view of of the ongoing farmer protests. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: With JCBs and cranes, this is how they plan to breach police security and enter Delhi

    Farmers reject Centre's proposals, plan to break barricades at Shambhu border. Haryana police Exemptee Su ...More

    Farmers reject Centre's proposals, plan to break barricades at Shambhu border. Haryana police Exemptee Sub-Inspector Kaushal Kumar passes away. Farmers gather sand-filled sacks for clearing hurdles. Sanyukt Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha declare peaceful march to Delhi. Police use tear gas, rubber bullets, dyed water. Farmers bring modified poclain, JCB machines. ...Less

  • Farmers protest 2.0: What do they want? What is their strategy?

    Farmers Protest 2.0 is underway as farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Western Uttar Pradesh march towards ...More

    Farmers Protest 2.0 is underway as farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Western Uttar Pradesh march towards Delhi on February 13. Unlike the previous protests, this time the farmers are demanding a range of measures from the Central government to ensure the financial viability of farming. The protests are being spearheaded by a breakaway faction of the Sanyukt Kisa Morcha (SKM), excluding major farmer leaders from the previous protests. ...Less

  • India steps up vigil as Khalistan & Pakistan sponsored protest intensifies in UK & Canada

    India’s perception has been that Canada is doing little to stop those supporting the Khalistan cause. Cur ...More

    India’s perception has been that Canada is doing little to stop those supporting the Khalistan cause. Current Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan was in fact branded a ‘Khalistani sympathiser’ by Punjab CM Amarinder Singh. ...Less

  • Punjab: Farmers' protest at Khanauri border enters 314th day

    Punjab farmers' protest has entered day 314 at Khanauri border. The Supreme Court has intervened and soug ...More

    Punjab farmers' protest has entered day 314 at Khanauri border. The Supreme Court has intervened and sought updates. Farmers refused meeting with court-appointed committee. They are demanding talks with central government. Tensions are rising between protesters and authorities. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: Avoid these places in Noida as police warn of traffic disruptions

    The Noida Police has issued a warning about potential traffic disruptions in Greater Noida on Wednesday. ...More

    The Noida Police has issued a warning about potential traffic disruptions in Greater Noida on Wednesday. The Bharatiya Kisan Union (Tikait) has organized a protest march, which could impact commuters. To ensure smooth traffic movement, the police may implement diversions at various locations. Commuters are advised to use alternative routes. ...Less

  • One tractor, one village: 'Formula' to keep stir numbers up

    The number of farmers protesting at UP Gate has been dwindling ever since violence erupted on the streets ...More

    The number of farmers protesting at UP Gate has been dwindling ever since violence erupted on the streets of Delhi on Republic Day. While a number of important farmer unions have called off the agitation and are headed back home with their supporters, a faction wants to be here for the long run. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: Entry, exit gates at 6 Delhi Metro stations on Green Line closed

    Punjab farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, have announced they will go to Delhi through several ro ...More

    Punjab farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, have announced they will go to Delhi through several routes -- Lalru, Shambhu, Patiala-Pehowa, Patran-Khanauri, Moonak-Tohana, Ratia-Fatehabad and Talwandi-Sirsa. Tension was escalating at all the border points. ...Less

  • Ex-SAD leader sends legal notice to Twitter to delete Kangana's defamatory tweet against farmers

    The notice, sent through advocate Naginder Benipal, said it was given for attacking the three farm laws p ...More

    The notice, sent through advocate Naginder Benipal, said it was given for attacking the three farm laws passed by the Central Government with the assent of the President. ...Less

  • Union ministers meet farmers' groups for fourth round of talks to break deadlock

    On December 1, talks between both the sides ended in a stalemate after farmers' groups rejected the gover ...More

    On December 1, talks between both the sides ended in a stalemate after farmers' groups rejected the government's suggestion of a new committee to look into issues raised by farmers protesting against the new laws. Govt had rejected the demand for repealing the laws. ...Less

  • Who is Rihanna? The woman who set the international ball rolling on farmers' protest with a tweet

    RiRi has been vocal about issues such as LGBTQIA+ rights, children education and racism since her teen ye ...More

    RiRi has been vocal about issues such as LGBTQIA+ rights, children education and racism since her teen years. ...Less

  • India's farmer protests go global on Twitch, Discord

    Several popular foreign content creators have taken to social media to create long-form infotainment cont ...More

    Several popular foreign content creators have taken to social media to create long-form infotainment content around the farmers’ protest in India ever since singer-actor Rihanna tweeted about it. ...Less

  • Congress accuses centre of disappointing farmers, reminds BJP of 'promises made by PM'

    the Congress continued its support for protesting farmers, accusing the Narendra Modi government of faili ...More

    the Congress continued its support for protesting farmers, accusing the Narendra Modi government of failing to fulfill its promise of legally ensuring a minimum support price (MSP) for their produce. There is speculation within Congress circles about Gandhi's potential visit to show solidarity with the farmers. ...Less

  • Farmer protests showdown: Agitators get ready to enter Delhi on tractors, cranes and JCBs, Haryana issues arrest and seizure warning

    Thousands of Punjab farmers prepared for a protest march to Delhi, equipped with cranes and excavators, a ...More

    Thousands of Punjab farmers prepared for a protest march to Delhi, equipped with cranes and excavators, amid stalled talks with the government over guaranteed crop prices. Rejecting a government offer for five-year contracts and fixed prices, they demanded higher prices supported by law. Haryana Police warned JCB owners against aiding protesters. The Haryana police chief ordered the seizure of heavy equipment to prevent barricade destruction. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: Traders, shopkeepers at Singhu brace for tough times

    Traders and shopkeepers at Delhi's Singhu border are facing tough times once again as a fresh round of pr ...More

    Traders and shopkeepers at Delhi's Singhu border are facing tough times once again as a fresh round of protests by farmers from Punjab threatens their businesses. The 'Delhi Chalo' march, which began on Tuesday, has led to restrictions on traffic and movement, causing shops to close early and resulting in significant financial losses. Local businesses, including a shopping complex and smaller shops, are suffering due to reduced footfall and early closures. ...Less

  • After clash with police, farmers allowed to enter Delhi; Burari ground new epicentre of protest

    Around 600 farmers protesting against the Centre's new farm laws headed to Sant Nirankari Ground, one of ...More

    Around 600 farmers protesting against the Centre's new farm laws headed to Sant Nirankari Ground, one of the biggest in the national capital, following several hours of confrontation with the police at different border points with Haryana. ...Less

  • Farmers Protest: Two IPS officers posted at Singhu border area test Covid positive

    According to the Delhi Police, both the officers are currently under home isolation. The Delhi police off ...More

    According to the Delhi Police, both the officers are currently under home isolation. The Delhi police officers who tested positive has been identified as Outer North Deputy Superintendent of Police (DCP) Gaurav and Additional DCP Ghanshyam Bansal. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: Home Ministry extends suspension of internet services in parts of Punjab till Feb 24

    The ongoing farmers' protest in Punjab continues as internet services remain suspended in certain distric ...More

    The ongoing farmers' protest in Punjab continues as internet services remain suspended in certain districts. Talks between farmers and the Centre have been inconclusive. Farmers demand a legal guarantee to MSP, implementation of recommendations, pension, and withdrawal of police cases. Farmers and three Union Ministers will meet on Sunday at 5:30 pm. ...Less

  • Centre set to appoint committee to look into farmers’ issues, Anna Hazare’s suggestions

    The Centre has decided to set up a high-powered committee headed by Union agriculture minister Narendra S ...More

    The Centre has decided to set up a high-powered committee headed by Union agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar to look into several farm issues, including minimum support price (MSP). The decision was hurriedly taken in order to prevent social activist Anna Hazare from going on his scheduled fast in solidarity with the farmers agitating for the repeal of farm laws. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: Delhi Traffic Police advises people to take alternate routes to enter, exit Haryana

    Both the border points at Singhu and Tikri are closed as the farmers have rejected the Centre's offer to ...More

    Both the border points at Singhu and Tikri are closed as the farmers have rejected the Centre's offer to hold talks over the farm laws opposed by them. The closure of borders has also resulted in heavy traffic on other alternate routes between Delhi and Haryana. ...Less

  • Congressional India Caucus leadership urges India to allow peaceful demonstration

    Congressman Brad Sherman, Co-Chair of the Congressional India Caucus said that he convened a meeting with ...More

    Congressman Brad Sherman, Co-Chair of the Congressional India Caucus said that he convened a meeting with his other Republican Co-Chair Congressman Steve Chabot, and Vice-Chair Congressman Ro Khanna to speak with India's Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, regarding farmers demonstrations in India. ...Less

  • Centre hatching 'conspiracy' to bring back farm laws after assembly polls: Congress

    Congress' former chief Rahul Gandhi said the country's agriculture minister has "insulted" Prime Minister ...More

    Congress' former chief Rahul Gandhi said the country's agriculture minister has "insulted" Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "apology"-- "it is condemnable". ...Less

  • Farmers protest: Is legal guarantee for MSP the best solution?

    Punjab farmers demand legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) and implementation of the Swaminath ...More

    Punjab farmers demand legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) and implementation of the Swaminathan Committee report, zero-budget natural farming (ZBNF) practices, and determination of crop patterns. The government offers to form a committee with representation from agriculture, rural, and animal husbandry ministries. ...Less

  • Farmers Protest: From internet ban to traffic alerts in Delhi, Noida, here is all about what's closed and other advisories

    Farmers Protest Update: Amidst the ongoing farmers' protest, authorities implement traffic diversions at ...More

    Farmers Protest Update: Amidst the ongoing farmers' protest, authorities implement traffic diversions at key junctions to ensure smooth flow. The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticizes the use of tractor trolleys on highways. The government blocks social media accounts linked to the protest, sparking controversy. Farmer leaders vow to continue their march towards Delhi. ...Less

  • Popular Punjabi singers throw weight behind farmers protesting against new agri laws

    Their support has only become sharper since Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal and the BJP IT cell chief ...More

    Their support has only become sharper since Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal and the BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya alleged the involvement of “Khalistiani elements” in the farmer protests and the farmers were welcomed with water cannons and tear-gas in Haryana. ...Less

  • 10,000 more to join, Delhi on edge over mega farmers protest

    Around 1.45pm on Sunday, traffic on the Delhi-Jaipur national highway stalled at Jaisingh Khera as hundre ...More

    Around 1.45pm on Sunday, traffic on the Delhi-Jaipur national highway stalled at Jaisingh Khera as hundreds of farmers from Rajasthan were stopped by police from going further. ...Less

  • BJP faces ally pressure in Haryana, Rajasthan over farmers' protest

    Amid a groundswell of support for farmers agitating against the new farm laws, an independent MLA backing ...More

    Amid a groundswell of support for farmers agitating against the new farm laws, an independent MLA backing the BJP-JJP coalition in Haryana on Monday quit a key post while an NDA ally in Rajasthan issued an ultimatum to either hear out the protesters or be prepared to part ways. ...Less

  • Global non-profits ask web firms with India ops to defend privacy, free speech

    10 international non-profit organisations have jointly called on the government and web firms operating i ...More

    10 international non-profit organisations have jointly called on the government and web firms operating in India to cease censorship and surveillance targeting critics online in response to the ongoing #FarmerProtests. ...Less

  • How can highways be blocked perpetually: SC on farmers protesting at Delhi borders

    "The redressal of problems can be through judicial forum, agitation or through Parliamentary debates. But ...More

    "The redressal of problems can be through judicial forum, agitation or through Parliamentary debates. But how can the highways be blocked and this is happening perpetually. Where does this end?" SC said. ...Less

  • Govt can't make farmers protest fail, says Sarwan Singh Pandher as farmers mark 10 months of protest

    Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher urged residents of Punjab and Haryana to join the ongoing protest at t ...More

    Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher urged residents of Punjab and Haryana to join the ongoing protest at the Khanauri and Shambhu border, marking ten months of demonstrations. He criticised MP Ram Chander Jangra's statements and called for action from BJP President JP Nadda. ...Less

  • Protesting farmers to decide next course of action on Sunday

    Bharatiya Kisan Union (Dakaunda) president Buta Singh Burjgill over the phone said no decision has yet be ...More

    Bharatiya Kisan Union (Dakaunda) president Buta Singh Burjgill over the phone said no decision has yet been taken on shifting to the Burari ground in Delhi, a place earmarked for their agitation by police. “It has been decided that on Saturday night, protesting farmers will stay wherever they are,” he said. ...Less

  • Farmers protest: X complies with Indian government's order to suspend accounts but says "We disagree..."

    The social media platform formerly known as Twitter, now rebranded as X under Elon Musk's leadership, has ...More

    The social media platform formerly known as Twitter, now rebranded as X under Elon Musk's leadership, has confirmed that it complied with the Indian government's executive orders to suspend specific accounts and posts related to the ongoing farmers' protests. The platform expressed disagreement with the government's directives while emphasizing its commitment to freedom of expression. ...Less

  • Delhi Police issues traffic advisory ahead of farmers' protest

    Interstate buses intending to go towards Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal etc. via NH-44 will take ISBT to Majnu ...More

    Interstate buses intending to go towards Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal etc. via NH-44 will take ISBT to Majnu Ka Tilla to Signature Bridge to Khajuri Chowk to Loni Border to KMP via Khekra. ...Less

  • ETtech Morning Dispatch on Feb. 5, 2021: The Delhi Police-Greta Thunberg-Twitter Trainwreck

    Delhi Police files FIR after Greta Thunberg tweets farmers' protest 'toolkit'. Pandemic hiring at Indian ...More

    Delhi Police files FIR after Greta Thunberg tweets farmers' protest 'toolkit'. Pandemic hiring at Indian startups. Uber, Ola and Meru mean business. ...Less

  • Police fire tear gas at protesting farmers in Shambhu border

    Farmers Protest: Farmers protesting for guaranteed minimum support prices (MSP) clashed with police at th ...More

    Farmers Protest: Farmers protesting for guaranteed minimum support prices (MSP) clashed with police at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border on Friday. Police used tear gas and water cannons to block the farmers' march to Delhi. The farmers attempted to breach barricades, while a farmer leader continued a hunger strike at the Khanauri border. Mobile internet and SMS services were suspended in several villages. ...Less

  • 40 trains cancelled due to farmers' protest in UP's Moradabad

    Speaking to ANI, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) of Moradabad Railway Division, Sudhir Singh s ...More

    Speaking to ANI, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) of Moradabad Railway Division, Sudhir Singh said that all those who booked the tickets will get a refund. ...Less

  • Farmers Protests: What is Swaminathan Committee and what did it recommend?

    Farmers across India are protesting for various demands, including the implementation of the Swaminathan ...More

    Farmers across India are protesting for various demands, including the implementation of the Swaminathan Committee report. The report, chaired by MS Swaminathan, recommends measures like MSP at 50% more than the cost of production, agrarian reforms, equitable water access, land regulation, and credit availability. The Modi government accepted 200 out of 201 recommendations. Here is a look at a few recommendations of Swaminathan Committee ...Less

  • Farmer's protest: Why is it happening and what are the police doing?

    Delhi traffic farmers protest: The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and severa ...More

    Delhi traffic farmers protest: The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and several other farmers unions, and associations have announced a 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 13. ...Less

  • Chandigarh-Ambala highway reopens after 22-day closure amid farmers protest

    After 22 days, Ambala-Chandigarh Highway reopened after Haryana administration removes barricades amid on ...More

    After 22 days, Ambala-Chandigarh Highway reopened after Haryana administration removes barricades amid ongoing farmers' protests demanding MSP. Farmer leaders Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal issue nationwide call for farmers ...Less

  • Farm export policy hasn't been framed with elections in mind: Siraj Hussain, ICRIER

    Export policies do not result in overnight transformation, says the former Secy, food processing ministry ...More

    Export policies do not result in overnight transformation, says the former Secy, food processing ministry ...Less

  • Protesting farmers call on people to back 'Bharat Bandh'

    Farmer leaders also welcomed the support of political parties to the nationwide strike against the laws a ...More

    Farmer leaders also welcomed the support of political parties to the nationwide strike against the laws and demanded that the legislations be repealed. ...Less

  • Amritsar-bound trains diverted as farmer body refuses to clear track

    The Railways on Tuesday diverted several Amritsar-bound trains as a farmer body protest against the Centr ...More

    The Railways on Tuesday diverted several Amritsar-bound trains as a farmer body protest against the Centre's farm laws refused to clear a track here. ...Less

  • After Muzaffarnagar, farmers gather in Karnal for mahapanchayat, talks with officials 'fail'

    The grain market where farmers were meeting on Tuesday is about 150km from New Delhi, in neighbouring Har ...More

    The grain market where farmers were meeting on Tuesday is about 150km from New Delhi, in neighbouring Haryana. ...Less

  • Farmers' protest: SC to hear PIL seeking clearance of highways in Punjab on Dec 9

    The Supreme Court will address a plea to clear blockades on Punjab highways caused by farmer protests. Fa ...More

    The Supreme Court will address a plea to clear blockades on Punjab highways caused by farmer protests. Farmers resumed their 'Delhi Chalo' march on Sunday, facing tear gas and injuries at the Haryana border. The march was temporarily suspended after police intervention. Farmers are demanding legal guarantees for Minimum Support Price, among other issues. ...Less

  • Delhi's vegetable prices may surge amidst farmers' protests, supply chain disruptions

    Vegetable prices in Delhi are at risk of rising as farmers' protests disrupt supply chains, particularly ...More

    Vegetable prices in Delhi are at risk of rising as farmers' protests disrupt supply chains, particularly affecting carrots due to supply issues from Punjab. Despite ongoing protests, some traders remain optimistic about price stability, while others warn of potential increases if disruptions persist. Security forces continue to block protesting farmers from entering Delhi, with talks between protestors and the government deadlocked. The situation highlights the impact of the protests on everyday life and commerce. ...Less

  • Farmers protest Noida: Why thousands of farmers are gathering at Delhi border?

    Farmers in Noida and Greater Noida escalated their protest by marching towards Parliament on Thursday, st ...More

    Farmers in Noida and Greater Noida escalated their protest by marching towards Parliament on Thursday, starting from the Delhi-Noida Chilla border. Organized by Sanyukt Kisan Morcha and Akhil Bhartiya Kisan Sabha, they demand 10 percent of abadi land or equivalent compensation for land acquired for development. Heightened security measures were taken at the Delhi-Noida and Chilla borders, with all borders sealed for 24 hours. ...Less

  • Kangana Ranaut says she wasn't asked to apologise after 'mob' claiming to be farmers stops actress' car in Punjab

    The actress' car was stopped for over 30 minutes in Punjab. ...More

    The actress' car was stopped for over 30 minutes in Punjab. ...Less

  • Farmers protest: Govt says ready to discuss MSP in fifth round of talks

    The Central government expresses readiness for the fifth round of talks with protesting farmers, offering ...More

    The Central government expresses readiness for the fifth round of talks with protesting farmers, offering discussions on issues such as MSP, crop diversification, and the stubble problem. Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda urges farmers to engage in peaceful dialogue. Security tightens as farmers resume the march to Delhi, facing tear gas at the Shambhu border. Earlier, farmers rejected the government's proposal for five-year contracts and guaranteed support prices. ...Less

  • Delhi Traffic Advisory: Don't get stuck! Check restrictions, routes, and key details from traffic advisory

    Delhi Traffic Advisory: The advisory outlines the imposition of traffic restrictions and diversions begin ...More

    Delhi Traffic Advisory: The advisory outlines the imposition of traffic restrictions and diversions beginning Monday, primarily targeting commercial vehicles. Specifically, restrictions at the Singhu Border are scheduled for commercial vehicles starting Monday and for all types of vehicles from Tuesday. ...Less

  • BJP slams Kangana Ranaut for linking farmers' protest to Bangladesh unrest; says she has 'no right' to speak on party's behalf

    The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) stated that it disagrees with Kangana Ranaut's remarks linking the 2020 f ...More

    The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) stated that it disagrees with Kangana Ranaut's remarks linking the 2020 farmers' protest to Bangladesh unrest. The party emphasized that her statement does not reflect their stance and has directed Ranaut to abstain from making similar comments moving forward. ...Less

  • ETtech Evening Briefing on Feb. 4, 2021: BigBasket rebounds, Elon Musk backs Dogecoin, Greta Thunberg meets Noida

    BigBasket says it recorded a 36% jump in revenue in 2019-20. Ixigo acquires ticket-booking platform Confi ...More

    BigBasket says it recorded a 36% jump in revenue in 2019-20. Ixigo acquires ticket-booking platform Confirmtkt. Elon Musk breaks Twitter exile to prop up Dogecoin. ...Less

  • Farmers' protests must end: Centre in Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court had, on January 2, 2021, stayed the three farm laws, but the protesting farmers had ref ...More

    The Supreme Court had, on January 2, 2021, stayed the three farm laws, but the protesting farmers had refused to accept anything short of a repeal of the laws and had continued to protest. ...Less

  • Farmers Delhi Chalo protest updates: Tight security at Delhi borders, Haryana issues traffic advisory, suspends mobile internet, seals Punjab border

    Multiple farmer organizations have announced a 'Delhi Chalo' march scheduled for February 13, to press fo ...More

    Multiple farmer organizations have announced a 'Delhi Chalo' march scheduled for February 13, to press for their demands. Haryana has suspended mobile internet in may districts and has sealed Punjab borders. Here are the latest updates on the farmers' protest. ...Less

  • Farmer protest: Will it be another siege of Delhi or a lacklustre protest?

    Farmer organisations are on a mobilisation campaign in Punjab and Haryana to make the call for ‘Dilli Cha ...More

    Farmer organisations are on a mobilisation campaign in Punjab and Haryana to make the call for ‘Dilli Chalo’ march a success. They are demanding enactment of a law to guarantee Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops, among many other demands such as implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension for farmers, etc, among others. ...Less

  • Farmers stir gathers steam as more protestors converge on Delhi borders

    Chilla border on Noida link road is closed for traffic due to farmers' protests. Two more border points c ...More

    Chilla border on Noida link road is closed for traffic due to farmers' protests. Two more border points connecting the national capital with Gurgaon and Jhajjar-Bahadurgarh were also closed as precautionary measures. With this, five border points, including Singhu and Tikri, have so far been closed due to the protest. ...Less

  • Ready to discuss farm laws clause by clause if farmers respond: Govt

    The farm unions, however, intensified their agitation in several parts of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, UP ...More

    The farm unions, however, intensified their agitation in several parts of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, UP and MP. They sat on fast, organised demonstrations and blocked key roads, thereby triggering traffic snarls that lasted for several hours in some places, particularly paralysing transport on National Highway 8 — the main link between Rajasthan and Delhi. ...Less

  • Kangana Ranaut memes flood Twitter after BJP censures her for making controversial statement on farmers protest

    The BJP reprimanded Kangana Ranaut for her comments on the farmers' protest, stating that her views do no ...More

    The BJP reprimanded Kangana Ranaut for her comments on the farmers' protest, stating that her views do not align with the party's policies. The party highlighted its commitment to social harmony and directed Ranaut to refrain from making future statements on policy matters. Social media users reacted with a flood of memes. ...Less

  • SC to hear pleas against farm laws, issues related to farmers protest on Jan 11

    A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde, which observed that there is no improvement on the ground rega ...More

    A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde, which observed that there is no improvement on the ground regarding farmers' protests, was told by the Centre that "healthy discussions" are going on between the government and farmers over these issues. ...Less

  • What’s happening with Twitter and the Indian government?

    What’s happening with Twitter and the Indian government? ...More

    What’s happening with Twitter and the Indian government? ...Less

  • Ludhiana hosiery units struggle to meet demand amid pandemic, farmers' protest

    The early onset of winter brought a ray of hope for the manufacturers of woolen wears, however, they are ...More

    The early onset of winter brought a ray of hope for the manufacturers of woolen wears, however, they are unable to meet the demands amid the pandemic and now the protests being held by the farmers at Delhi borders has also impacted the hosiery industry here. ...Less

  • Farmers protest: Rahul Gandhi promises legal guarantee of MSP if voted to power

    Rahul Gandhi, a leader of the Congress party, declared on Tuesday that the party would strive to establis ...More

    Rahul Gandhi, a leader of the Congress party, declared on Tuesday that the party would strive to establish a legal assurance of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops in accordance with the recommendations of the Swaminathan Commission. Tens of thousands of Indian farmers are currently marching towards the capital, demanding assured crop prices, reigniting a movement that proved successful two years ago, leading the government to revoke controversial new agricultural laws. ...Less

  • BJP-ruled Centre angry with me for not permitting stadiums to be used as jails: Arvind Kejriwal

    In a press briefing, Kejriwal also hit out at Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh saying that he was sp ...More

    In a press briefing, Kejriwal also hit out at Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh saying that he was speaking "BJP's language" by accusing him of "passing" three farm laws in Delhi. Last week, the AAP government had denied permission to the Delhi Police to convert the city's stadiums into temporary jails. ...Less

  • Farmers protest: Noida Police steps up security at Delhi borders

    Noida Police increased security along its borders with Delhi due to a proposed farmers' march to Parliame ...More

    Noida Police increased security along its borders with Delhi due to a proposed farmers' march to Parliament, causing slow traffic movement on routes like the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and DND. Barriers were installed at borders and checkpoints like Kisan Chowk for vehicle checks. ...Less

  • UK-based Khalsa Aid offering free food, essential supplies to protesting farmers

    Volunteers are providing langar, tea and refreshments and even medical help around the clock to the prote ...More

    Volunteers are providing langar, tea and refreshments and even medical help around the clock to the protesting farmers who at present are stationed at Singhu and Tikri border, Khalsa Aid Director Amarpreet Singh said in a statement. ...Less

  • SKM demands murder case over farmer death, to observe 'Black Day' in condemnation

    Samyukta Kisan Morcha called for the filing of a murder FIR following the death of a protesting farmer on ...More

    Samyukta Kisan Morcha called for the filing of a murder FIR following the death of a protesting farmer on the Punjab-Haryana border. Additionally, they declared tractor marches for the upcoming week. The SKM, known for leading the 2020-21 farm agitation against the now-repealed farm laws, stated that farmers would commemorate a 'black day' on Friday to mourn the loss. ...Less

  • Farmers protest: Punjabi singer Harbhajan Mann refuses to accept state govt's award

    Punjabi singer-actor Harbhajan Mann on Friday announced that he will not accept the state government's 'S ...More

    Punjabi singer-actor Harbhajan Mann on Friday announced that he will not accept the state government's 'Shiromani Punjabi' Award, expressing solidarity with farmers protesting against the new central farm laws. ...Less

  • Farmers counter tear gas drones with kites at Shambhu border

    The farmers protesting at the Shambhu border have adopted a unique tactic of flying kites to counter poli ...More

    The farmers protesting at the Shambhu border have adopted a unique tactic of flying kites to counter police drones dropping tear gas shells. The Haryana Police's use of drones to deter the farmers from entering the state and heading towards Delhi has led to clashes, with tear gas and water cannons being used. Meanwhile, Punjab authorities have objected to the use of drones in their territory. The farmers continue their 'Delhi Chalo' protest, demanding MSP laws and other concessions, despite calls for dialogue from Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda. ...Less

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