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Team Thackeray Protests Over Farmers' Distress, Demands Loan Waiver
Former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray and his party- the Shiv Sena (UBT)- launched a protest on Friday demanding immediate relief for farmers, including a complete loan waiver and compensation of Rs 50,000 per hectare.
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Grain Ready, Government Is Not: Farmers On Paddy Procurement In Chhattisgarh
The lush green fields of Chhattisgarh are shimmering with ripened paddy, but the political heat around procurement has begun to rise faster than the harvest.
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After Sena Leader's Comment On Balasaheb's Death, A Defamation Threat
The political slugfest between Shiv Sena UBT and Shinde Shiv Sena has intensified days after senior leader Ramdas Kadam's explosive remarks at the Dussehra rally over the death of party founder Balasaheb Thackeray.
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'Nothing In Pods': Crops Hit, Madhya Pradesh's Soybean Farmers Face Uncertain Future
Madhya Pradesh stands as the heart of India's soybean production, contributing nearly half of the nation's supply and earning the state the title of India's soybean bowl.
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Makhana Sales Up In Bihar, But Life Yet To Improve For Farmers
Makhana or fox nuts -- the labour-intensive superfood for which Bihar is the world capital -- has firmly placed itself in the food map, especially with the Central boost in the Union budget.
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"4 Acres? I Have 40": M Kharge Chides Farmer For Crop Damage Complaint
A farmer who came to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge to complain about his crop, got an earful recently. The man had visited Mr Kharge's home in Kalaburagi -- a region still reeling under rain which has taken a massive toll on the crops.
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Video: Telangana Cop Slaps Farmer Over Urea Demand, Sparks Row
A video showing a Sub-Inspector of Police slapping a farmer during a dispute over urea supply has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread condemnation and protests in the Narayanpet district of Telangana.
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"Opportunity To Dream Big": Raghav Chadha Calls For Free Subscription Of Advanced AI Tools
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Wednesday demanded the government to provide free subscription of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and others to every Indian in the Parliament session.
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"Won't Compromise, Will Find New Markets": Shivraj Chouhan Slams US Tariffs
Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his determination to protect the interests of farmers despite tariff pressure and said it has been decided that there will be no compromise with the interests of the farming.
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EPS Welcomes PM Modi In Trichy, Sends Key Demands Amid BJP-AIADMK Alliance Reset
The meeting came against the backdrop of a simmering war of words between the allies over the nature of a possible National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government in Tamil Nadu, should the coalition win in 2026.
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'Factor In Inflation In Aid For Farmers, Like Salaries For MLAs And MPs': Veep
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday advocated Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in fertiliser subsidies for farmers based on the US pattern and demanded that inflation be factored in while providing financial assistance to agriculturists.
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Punjab Farmer Leader Jagjit Dallewal Ends Indefinite Hunger Strike
Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal on Sunday ended his indefinite fast, which he had started on November 26 last year to press for various demands of agitating farmers including a legal guarantee on the minimum support price for crops.
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"Good Discussion": Shivraj Chouhan After Meeting Protesting Farmers
The protesting farmers and the Union government led by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a fresh round of talks on Saturday evening, in a bid to end a year-long deadlock over a range of demands, including a legal guarantee on MSPs.
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Meeting Between Protesting Farmers, Central Team Held Cordially In Chandigarh
A meeting between a Central team led by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and farmers' representatives to discuss their various demands, including a legal guarantee for MSP on crops, was held in Chandigarh cordially on Friday
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Fasting Farmer Leader Jagjit Dallewal Takes Medical Aid As Centre Agrees For Meeting
The Centre will hold a meeting with Punjab's protesting farmers on February 14 in Chandigarh to discuss their demands, thus ending a stalemate over the resumption of a dialogue with the agitators, who have been demanding a legal guarantee on the MSP.
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Team Thackeray Protests Over Farmers' Distress, Demands Loan Waiver
Former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray and his party- the Shiv Sena (UBT)- launched a protest on Friday demanding immediate relief for farmers, including a complete loan waiver and compensation of Rs 50,000 per hectare.
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Grain Ready, Government Is Not: Farmers On Paddy Procurement In Chhattisgarh
The lush green fields of Chhattisgarh are shimmering with ripened paddy, but the political heat around procurement has begun to rise faster than the harvest.
-
After Sena Leader's Comment On Balasaheb's Death, A Defamation Threat
The political slugfest between Shiv Sena UBT and Shinde Shiv Sena has intensified days after senior leader Ramdas Kadam's explosive remarks at the Dussehra rally over the death of party founder Balasaheb Thackeray.
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'Nothing In Pods': Crops Hit, Madhya Pradesh's Soybean Farmers Face Uncertain Future
Madhya Pradesh stands as the heart of India's soybean production, contributing nearly half of the nation's supply and earning the state the title of India's soybean bowl.
-
Makhana Sales Up In Bihar, But Life Yet To Improve For Farmers
Makhana or fox nuts -- the labour-intensive superfood for which Bihar is the world capital -- has firmly placed itself in the food map, especially with the Central boost in the Union budget.
-
"4 Acres? I Have 40": M Kharge Chides Farmer For Crop Damage Complaint
A farmer who came to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge to complain about his crop, got an earful recently. The man had visited Mr Kharge's home in Kalaburagi -- a region still reeling under rain which has taken a massive toll on the crops.
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Video: Telangana Cop Slaps Farmer Over Urea Demand, Sparks Row
A video showing a Sub-Inspector of Police slapping a farmer during a dispute over urea supply has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread condemnation and protests in the Narayanpet district of Telangana.
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"Opportunity To Dream Big": Raghav Chadha Calls For Free Subscription Of Advanced AI Tools
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Wednesday demanded the government to provide free subscription of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and others to every Indian in the Parliament session.
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"Won't Compromise, Will Find New Markets": Shivraj Chouhan Slams US Tariffs
Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his determination to protect the interests of farmers despite tariff pressure and said it has been decided that there will be no compromise with the interests of the farming.
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EPS Welcomes PM Modi In Trichy, Sends Key Demands Amid BJP-AIADMK Alliance Reset
The meeting came against the backdrop of a simmering war of words between the allies over the nature of a possible National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government in Tamil Nadu, should the coalition win in 2026.
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'Factor In Inflation In Aid For Farmers, Like Salaries For MLAs And MPs': Veep
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday advocated Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in fertiliser subsidies for farmers based on the US pattern and demanded that inflation be factored in while providing financial assistance to agriculturists.
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Punjab Farmer Leader Jagjit Dallewal Ends Indefinite Hunger Strike
Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal on Sunday ended his indefinite fast, which he had started on November 26 last year to press for various demands of agitating farmers including a legal guarantee on the minimum support price for crops.
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"Good Discussion": Shivraj Chouhan After Meeting Protesting Farmers
The protesting farmers and the Union government led by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a fresh round of talks on Saturday evening, in a bid to end a year-long deadlock over a range of demands, including a legal guarantee on MSPs.
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Meeting Between Protesting Farmers, Central Team Held Cordially In Chandigarh
A meeting between a Central team led by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and farmers' representatives to discuss their various demands, including a legal guarantee for MSP on crops, was held in Chandigarh cordially on Friday
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Fasting Farmer Leader Jagjit Dallewal Takes Medical Aid As Centre Agrees For Meeting
The Centre will hold a meeting with Punjab's protesting farmers on February 14 in Chandigarh to discuss their demands, thus ending a stalemate over the resumption of a dialogue with the agitators, who have been demanding a legal guarantee on the MSP.
