Govt invites over 1,000 farmers to special prog on I-Day, to launch AI-powered pest mgmt system
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare has invited over 1,000 farmers and their spouses to the National Capital for a two-day event coinciding with the 78th Independence Day celebrations. The beneficiaries of schemes like PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi and PM Fasal Bima Yojana will meet Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on August 15. During the event, Chouhan will launch the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS), a digital tool using AI and machine learning to provide pest management advisories. The NPSS aims to minimize crop losses and enhance productivity with real-time data and advanced analytics. Key Points
Economic TimesPM to release Rs 20,000 cr for farmers, felicitate 'Krishi Sakhis' in Varanasi visit on June 18
PM Modi to visit Varanasi on June 18 to release 17th installment of PM-KISAN scheme worth over Rs 20,000 crore for 9.26 crore farmers. He will also honor over 30,000 Self Help Group members trained as 'Krishi Sakhis'. Key Points
Economic TimesFarmer's death during protest against BJP candidate Preneet Kaur sparks row in Punjab
Bhartiya Kisan Union (Sidhupur) leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal alleges 60-year-old Surinder Singh died after BJP workers pushed him. BJP rebuts allegations, says he collapsed on his own. Key Points
ThePrintTough to follow police cap of 5,000 farmers: SKM
Thousands of farmers are heading to Delhi for Samyukta Kisan Morcha's All India Kisan Mazdoor Mahapanchayat at Ramlila Maidan. Delhi Police allowed the gathering with restrictions. Darshan Pal, SKM leader, mentioned intensifying the fight against central agri laws. farmers at Punjab-Haryana borders protest for MSP guarantee. Key Points
Economic TimesCrop diversification to fetch farmers MSP for pulses, cotton
The Union government plans to procure pulses, maize, and cotton at the minimum support price (MSP) to encourage diversification from rice. It will sell subsidised urad dal under the brand 'Bharat'. The initiative aims to restore groundwater levels, benefit protesting farmers, and gather accurate data on cropping and yield estimates. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt plans to procure 3 varieties of pulses, maize at MSP if farmers opt for crop diversification
New Delhi, Mar 8 (PTI) The government is planning to undertake guaranteed procurement of pulses — tur, urad and masoor — and maize at MSP from farmers if they opt for diversification from paddy crop, sources said. The Centre also mulling procuring cotton at minimum support price (MSP) without any condition of diversification, they said. […] Key Points
ThePrintfarmers protest resumes, dozens 'detained' en route to Delhi: 5 points
Protesting farmers resumed their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on Wednesday, March 6, urging farmers across India to head for Delhi by bus and train. Here's all that happened on Wednesday as the protest resumed. Key Points
mintProtesting farmers to start marching towards Delhi from today
Farmers' organizations will begin their march towards Delhi on Wednesday to demand various things from the central government. These demands include a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops, pension for farmers and farm laborers, farm debt waiver, and no increase in electricity tariffs. Key Points
Economic TimesUttar Pradesh government waives farmers’ power bills for private tube wells
According to Sharma, on average, 8 to 10 farmers benefit from one tube well in terms of irrigating their fields, thus the total number of beneficiaries of the scheme will reach about 1.5 crore in Uttar Pradesh. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFarmer leaders give 'rail roko' call for March 10, to reach Delhi on March 6
Farmer leaders call for nationwide protest and 'rail roko' in support of demands. Agitation intensifies at border points while farmers from other states join Delhi protest. Drones, BJP's divisive politics criticized. Agitation continues despite elections and fight against WTO agreement. Fresh talks awaited. Key Points
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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. Key Points
Economic Times'Will cancel passport, visa': Haryana cops' warning to protesting farmers
The Haryana Police has said it will take action against protesting farmers involved in violence during their 'Dilli Chalo' march at the Punjab-Haryana border. Meanwhile, a decision on resuming the farmers' agitation is set to be taken today. Key Points
India TodayProviding farmers with better forecasts helps them adapt to climate change: Study
Highly variable weather makes it challenging for the farmers to prepare for upcoming seasons because they do not know if one year will be like the pervious..... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaFarmers' tractor march today, massive jams likely at Delhi-Noida border
Farmers are set to take out a tractor rally along the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar district and traffic diversions have been put in place. Commuters are likely to face jams at Delhi-Noida border. Key Points
India TodayWhy majority of Punjab farmers have stayed away from 'Dilli Chalo' protest
India Today TV travelled to the interior of Punjab and found many farmers irrigating and manuring their fields. Here is why a majority of farmers are not participating in the 'Dilli Chalo' march by farmers. Key Points
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Angry French farmers storm into agriculture fair in Paris
Facing dozens of policemen inside the trade fair, the farmers were shouting and booing, calling for the resignation of Macron and using expletives aimed at the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTear gas fired, stones pelted as farmers' meet in Haryana turns violent | Ground report
Thousands of farmers gathered in Haryana's Kheri Chopta to participate in a march towards the Khanauri border. The meeting turned violent after police fired tear gas and detained farmer leaders. Key Points
India TodayAngry French farmers with tractors are back to Paris for another protest
They are demanding more government support and simpler regulations, on the eve of a major agricultural fair in Paris.. Angry farmers were back to Paris on... Key Points
The Tribune Indiafarmers and Modi govt have reached 'point of no return'. Violence has made the protest worse
Around the world, farmer protests are being dismissed as a new form of ‘culture war by far-right political groups.’ Modi govt should avoid the buildup of such narratives in India. Key Points
ThePrintNo National Security Act against farmers: Haryana Police ahead of mega protest
Farmers are set to observe a 'black day' on Friday following the death of a protester during clashes with police at the Punjab-Haryana border. A decision will also be taken over the paused ‘Delhi Chalo’ protest at a key meeting today. Key Points
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farmers Protest Live Updates: Decision on next step today, cops to slap National Security Act against farmers
Farmers' Protest: The protesting farmers at the Punjab-Haryana border are likely to convene a crucial meeting on Friday evening to discuss the next step in their agitation and restarting the Dilli Chalo march, which was called off for two days following the death of a farmer on Wednesday. Sarwan Singh Pandher stated earlier that the next course of action will be decided upon assessing the situation. Meanwhile, the center has expressed willingness to continue talks with the protest leaders after four rounds of discussions failed to bring any positive outcome. Thousands of protesters continue to camp along the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, and the police have been put on high alert. Fresh traffic restrictions have also been announced in many places. Stay tuned to IndiaToday.in as we bring the latest updates of the farmers' protest. Key Points
India TodayFarmers' 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. Key Points
Economic Timesfarmers Protest Updates: farmers to discuss next course of action, Centre says open for talks
Farmers protest: Thousands of farmers continue to camp along the Delhi-Punjab border as the protest leaders are set to review the situation following the death of a young farmer on Monday. The Delhi Chalo march has been put on hold by the farmers for two days after a day of chaos and violence at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders. The farm leaders will hold a meeting on Friday evening to decide further course of action. Meanwhile, the Centre has expressed its willingness to continue the talks and appealed to the farmers to maintain peace. The police and security officials have been put on high alert, and the suspension of internet services has been extended in Haryana. Stay tuned to IndiaToday.in as we bring you the latest updates on the farmers' protest. Key Points
India TodayFarmers’ protest: 1 dead, ‘Dilli Chalo’ march on hold
The farmers' 'Dilli Chalo' march was suspended for two days after a protester was killed during clashes with police at the Punjab-Haryana border. Meanwhile, the farmers will hold a key meeting to discuss the next course of action. Key Points
India Todayfarmers halt 'Delhi Chalo' march for two days over Khanauri incident
A 21-year-old farmer was killed and a few others injured following a clash between security personnel and protesting farmers at Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border. Farmer leaders said this was the first death in clashes since the 'Delhi Chalo' march began on February 13. Key Points
Economic Times
The farmers are coming, and we know what they are bringing with them
To tackle the police barricades and other obstructions, the protesting farmers upped the game and employed innovative modifications to their vehicles, like tractors, trailers and even earth-moving machines. The farmers have also been seen using gas masks and riding goggles to protect themselves from tear gas. Key Points
India Todayfarmers to resume protest march today with 1,200 tractors, Delhi on alert
Farmers are set to resume their march towards Delhi today with 1,200 tractors, raising concerns about potential disruptions in the capital. Tensions are high as authorities in Haryana have requested Punjab to seize heavy machinery brought by farmers to remove barricades. Key Points
India Todayfarmers Protest Live Updates: ‘Find solution together’, Union Minister Arjun Munda appeals to maintain peace
Farmers Protest Live Updates: The Manohar Lal Khattar government in Haryana extended the temporary ban on mobile internet and bulk SMS services in seven districts of the state till Wednesday i.e. February 21 in the wake of farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' agitation Key Points
MintFarmers' protest live updates: farmers to go ahead with 'Delhi Chalo' march on Feb 21, reject Centre's MSP plan
Farmers' protest live updates: Farmer leaders who are participating in the 'Delhi Chalo' march rejected the Centre's proposal of procuring five crops at MSP, saying it wasn't in farmers' interest and stated they will march towards the national capital on Wednesday. The development came after the farmers met the union ministers in Chandigarh for the fourth round of talks. The protesting farmers are demanding a legal guarantee of MSP for crops besides other demands and began their agitation on February 13. However, they were stopped by the police and are presently held up at Shambhu and Khanauri points of Punjab-Haryana border. Follow indiatoday.in for live updates. Key Points
India TodayFarmer 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. Key Points
Economic Times
SKM rejects govt proposal to farmers — ‘it's nothing new, will oppose protest leaders if they agree’
Centre has offered to guarantee that its agencies will buy cotton, corn & certain pulses at MSP for 5 years. SKM says govt silent on formula to calculate MSP & farmers’ other demands. Key Points
ThePrintView: Modi govt needs to give a better deal to farmers as tear gas vs tractors fight unleashes another sho
Farmers protest: farmers in India are demanding that minimum support prices (MSPs) be codified as a legal right, as they fear that the government is moving towards scrapping the six-decade-old price mechanism. The farmers' revolt poses a challenge to the political establishment in an election year, as agriculture employs a significant portion of the country's workforce. The issue highlights the need for formal employment opportunities to absorb excess rural labor and reduce dependence on state resources for food supply. Key Points
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