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'Maintain law and order': Home Ministry sends advisory to Punjab govt on farmers protest

In response to the escalating farmers' protest, the MHA has taken proactive measures by sending a directive to the Punjab Government. The advisory emphasises the critical importance of maintaining peace and order in the state during this period of unrest.

Protesting farmers reject Centre's five-year MSP proposal, to continue Delhi march on Wednesday

Centre on Sunday proposed to buy pulses, maize, and cotton crops by government agencies at minimum support prices for five years after an agreement with farmers at the fourth round of talks. The Delhi Chalo march was put on hold after the meeting.

Centre unveils 5-year plan in fourth round of talks with farmers: What is it? Explained

Farmers' protest: During the fourth round of talks between the government and farmer representatives, a proposal for a five-year commitment to procure pulses, maize, and cotton crops at minimum support prices (MSPs) was presented.

Govt can call Parliament's special session to make law on MSP if it wants, says farm leader Pandher

On the fifth day of their 'Delhi Chalo' march -- called by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha -- the farmers stayed put at the two border points of Punjab and Haryana as they press the Centre to accept their demands, including a legal guarantee of a MSP.

Himachal govt to appoint 6,000 nursery teachers, announces CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in budget

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu also holds the portfolio of state's finance minister. He reiterated the state government's resolve to make Himachal a green state by 2026.

'Modi ka graph niche lana hai': Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's comment triggers row

Farmers have once again launched a protest and are camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points seeking to march towards Delhi to press the Centre to accept their demands.

FACT CHECK: AI-generated tractor photo misrepresented in 'Delhi Chalo’ farmers' protest narrative

The circulation of a photo allegedly depicting modified tractors falsely linked to the 'Delhi Chalo' farmers' protest is causing misinformation on social media. The misleading narrative suggests the tractors are intended to breach police barricades for the protest's entry into Delhi.

Farmers' protest: Congress rejected Swaminathan Commission's report in 2010, here's why

If the I.N.D.I.A alliance comes to power, it will provide legal guarantees to MSP to farmers, said Rahul Gandhi, who is currently busy with his 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'. He also hinted at incorporating recommendations from the Swaminathan Committee into their election manifesto.

Why are farmers flying kites at Shambhu Border? Read here to know the reason

Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) are enforced, restricting assemblies and rallies. The history of farmer protests, notably the 2020 sit-ins at Singhu, Ghazipur, and Tikri borders, underscores the ongoing tensions.

Farmers protest: Government to hold third round of talks with farmers' organisation today

Farmers protest Day 2: The Haryana government extended the ban on mobile internet and bulk SMS services in 7 districts by two days till Feb 15 in view of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' agitation. These districts are Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad and Sirsa.

Delhi Chalo march: Protesting farmers declare 'ceasefire', to resume again today morning

Amid farmers' march towards Delhi, Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda said that a law guaranteeing MSP cannot be brought in a hurry without consulting all stakeholders.

Farmers' protest: Punjab got 50% less diesel, 20% less gas due to agitation

Farmers are demanding to enact a law guaranteeing a minimum support price (MSP) for all crops, as recommended by the Swaminathan Commission report.

Rahul Gandhi comes out in support of protesting farmers, slams BJP govt for using tear gas

Farmers, who had gathered at the Shambhu border crossing between Punjab and Haryana as part of their 'Delhi Chalo' call, faced tear gas and water cannons from security forces. In response, some farmers threw stones during the confrontation.

Modi Cabinet hikes MSP for copra, announces new road projects in Bihar, Tripura in CCEA meet

Congress says govt is cheating farmers, MSP hike less than even inflation rate

Congress on MSP: Congress general secretary Randeep Surjewala said even as the BJP dispensation is patting its back for MSPs, it has in fact "duped the farmers" and claimed that their hard labour has got lost in the lights of Diwali.

Good news for farmers! Govt hikes wheat MSP by Rs 110 to Rs 2,125/quintal; 2-9% rise in 6 rabi crops

Wheat MSP has been raised by 5.45 per cent to Rs 2,125 per quintal from Rs 2,015 per quintal to encourage more area under the crop amid tight government stock position owing to low procurement, fall in production and higher exports.

Modi govt hikes MSP on paddy by Rs 100 to Rs 2,040 per quintal

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the increase in MSP for all mandated Kharif (summer) crops for the 2022-23 crop year.

Strict action against selling wheat at MSP after procuring from other states, warns Punjab govt

Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak said the director-general of police has been asked to put up check posts at the state borders, according to an official statement.

UP Election 2022: New headache for BJP? Farmer union's big statement over PM Modi's 'promises'

The SKM was referencing the minimum support price (MSP), among several other assurances that were provided to the farmers by the BJP government.

Committee on MSP after Assembly polls in 5 states: Govt in Parliament

The minister said the matter of forming the Committee on MSP is under consideration of the ministry and will be formed after the elections are over.