PROPOSED FARMERS PROTEST
BJP MLA bats for farmers, writes to UP govt over land acquisition near Noida
BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh advocates for prompt resolution of farmers' grievances in Gautam Buddh Nagar, emphasizing the need for approval from the Greater Noida Authority for 10% residential plots to address their demands regarding land acquisition for Noida International Airport.
EU set to water down climate rules to placate angry farmers
The European Commission will propose several changes to the Common Agricultural Policy, a program that offers farmers subsidies in return for fulfilling environment-related targets.
Farmer leaders will see reason, call off protest, says Piyush Goyal
The minister said that he along with the agriculture minister and the Minister of State for Home Affairs had suggested to the farmer leaders on how the government can work with them for a better future for the farming community and to help the country become self-reliant.
Govt focussed on polls, not paying attention to farmers' demands: Farmer leader Pandher
Pandher said farmer leaders will discuss among themselves and decide on their future course of action. The march was put on hold for two days after 21-year-old Shubhkaran Singh was killed and around 12 police personnel were injured in clashes at the Khanauri border point on the Punjab-Haryana border on February 21.
Farmers to hold candle marches at Shambhu, Khanauri borders in memory of martyred farmers: Farmer leader Pandher
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announced that the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and SKM (non-political) will organize a candle march at both Shambhu and Khanauri borders to honor martyrs. This marks the 12th day of protests at these borders. Effigies of the WTO, corporate houses, and governments will be burned on February 26, followed by a convention and large effigy burnings on February 25 and 26, respectively. On February 27, there will be a national leaders' meeting, with further decisions planned for February 28 and 29.
No last rites until he gets justice: Farmer leader Pandher over death of youth in protest
After the death of a youth in the ongoing farmers' protest, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher announced that they would not cremate the deceased until justice is served. He demanded that a case under Section 302 IPC be filed against those responsible, including the Haryana Police and paramilitary forces. The decision on the farmers' march's resumption would be made after a meeting on Friday. Another farmer, Darshan Singh, died of a heart attack at the Khanauri border, becoming the fourth casualty of the protest.
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History will demand account of 'killing of farmers' from BJP: Rahul Gandhi on protesting farmer's death
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday condoled the death of a farmer in firing at the Khanauri border with Gandhi saying history will certainly demand an account of the farmers' killings from the BJP. In a post in Hindi on X, Kharge said, "When farmers' lives will not be saved...Then, how will India remain silent?"
Farmers' Delhi Chalo protest: MHA sends advisory to Punjab govt, asks to maintain law and order
The advisory was issued as the protesting farmers announced to resume their Delhi march after they rejected the Centre's proposal to buy pulses, maize and cotton crops through government agencies at Minimum Support Price (MSP) for five years.
Farmers' protest: Commuters face massive traffic jams on Delhi-Gurugram roads
Protesting farmers in India have continued their 'Delhi Chalo' agitation, causing massive traffic jams between Delhi and Gurugram. Delhi Police and their counterparts in Gurugram have put up road blockades at various borders to prevent farmers from entering the national capital. The protesting farmers have rejected the Centre's proposal to buy pulses, maize, and cotton crops through government agencies at a minimum support price (MSP) for five years.
14,000 people, 1,200 tractors at Shambhu border, MHA tells Punjab govt; asks it to take action
Protesting farmers have been staying put at Shambhu and Khanauri points on Punjab's border with Haryana after their 'Delhi Chalo' march to press the Centre for various demands, including a legal guarantee of minimum support price (MSP) for crops, was stopped by security forces which led to clashes last week.
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 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.
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, 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.
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. 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.
Farmers' Delhi march today: All about traffic restrictions at Delhi borders and NCR regions
In view of farmers' march, Delhi Police has increased security at borders and have further fortified roadblocks to preven farmers getting into the national capital. Tikri and Singhu borders have been sealed and cops have warned traffic congestion also.
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 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.
Day after rejecting its proposal, farmers ask Centre to accept their demands
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher demanded Centre's acceptance of their demands, including legal MSP guarantee and farm loan waiver. Farmer leaders rejected procurement proposal. Farmers are heading to Delhi on February 21. Pandher requested PM Modi to waive farm loans.
Farmer leaders reject govt's proposal over MSP, to go ahead with 'Delhi Chalo' march on Feb 21
Farmer leaders have rejected the government's proposal on Minimum Support Price (MSP), stating that it will not benefit them. Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a farmer leader, said, "Upon analyzing both forums, it has been decided that the government's proposal offers nothing... It is not in favor of farmers. We reject it." The leaders have confirmed that they will proceed with their planned 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 21, 2024.
Govt's solution for farmers: What it means for each of the parties
Farmers protest: The fourth round of talks between the Central government and protesting Punjab farmers proposed an "out-of-the-box" solution to address their demands, including a legal guarantee on minimum support price (MSP) of crops as per the Swaminathan panel formula, complete farm loan waiver, monthly pension for farmers, and India's exit from WTO and free-trade agreements.
Farmers' Protest: Govt proposes various measures including MSP-related deals; farmers to respond today
In the fourth round of talks held in Chandigarh on Sunday, Union minister Piyush Goyal suggested a five-year deal with the farmers to purchase pulses and cotton at the minimum support price (MSP). However, the farmers are yet to respond on the proposals.
Farmer leaders to inform by today about their decision on govt proposals: Piyush Goyal
After positive and extensive discussions, Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that farmer leaders will announce their decision on government proposals by today. The talks included ideas beneficial for Punjab, Haryana, and the country's economy. The Cotton Corporation of India will enter a 5-year agreement with farmers to purchase crops at MSP. The government proposed cooperative societies like NCCF and NAFED to buy products from farmers on MSP for 5 years without quantity limits. The agitating farmers have raised demands including legal guarantees for MSPs and loan waivers. Talks remain inconclusive as farmers camp at the Punjab-Haryana border.
Farmers' protest: 3 Union ministers hold talks with union leaders in Chandigarh
Union ministers hold talks with farmer unions amid standoff. Punjab CM attends. Farmer leaders protest at border, railway tracks, toll plazas against police action. Demands include MSP law, Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension, debt waiver, justice for violence victims, land acquisition reinstatement, compensation.
We have objection to farmers' method: Haryana CM Khattar on farmers protest
"We have an objection to their method," Manohar Khattar said on the farmers' call for going to Delhi. "We do not have any objection to them going to Delhi. There are trains, buses and their own vehicles. But a tractor is not a mode of transport. It is an agricultural equipment."
Farmers' protest: Panel of 3 union ministers to hold talks with farmer leaders in Chandigarh
Union ministers to hold talks with protesting farmer leaders in Chandigarh over their demands, including MSP. Previous rounds of dialogue inconclusive. Farmers camping at Punjab-Haryana border, protesting tear gas shells and water cannons. 'Rail roko' and protests at toll plazas planned.
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 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.
Haryana police fires tear shells on farmers en route to Delhi
Farmers from Punjab faced tear gas shells and a police barricade at Shambhu border near Ambala and at Jind as they attempted to break through barriers set up by Haryana Police to prevent them from reaching Delhi. The confrontation led to hours-long standoff and clashes, resulting in injuries to protesters.
Farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory
Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory for the farmers' protest, alerting about vehicle movement restrictions at three borders of the national capital. Farmer associations from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab have called for a march on February 13 to demand a law guaranteeing MSP for their produce.
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 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.
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