Protesting Punjab farmers develop innovative tactics against security measures on way to Delhi

Protesting Punjab farmers develop innovative tactics against security measures on way to Delhi

In a defiant stance against the Narendra Modi government’s recent proposal, protesting farmers from Punjab have unequivocally rejected the Centre’s offer to purchase maize, cotton, and three types of pulses at the previously established Minimum Support Price (MSP). This rejection sets the stage for a continued march towards Delhi, despite the government’s efforts to negotiate. […]

Haryana extends mobile internet ban amid ongoing farmers’ agitation

Haryana extends mobile internet ban amid ongoing farmers’ agitation

The Haryana government, on Saturday, announced a further extension of the mobile internet and bulk SMS services ban across seven districts until February 19, in response to the continuing farmers’ agitation. This decision affects the districts of Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad, and Sirsa, marking an ongoing effort to prevent the escalation of tensions […]

Unresolved demands spark renewed farmers’ protest in India ahead of general elections

Unresolved demands spark renewed farmers’ protest in India ahead of general elections

In a significant escalation of civil unrest, protesting farmers are set to continue their march towards Delhi after pausing for a brief respite overnight. This decision comes in the wake of a temporary “ceasefire” declared by the farmers, who have vowed to make a fresh attempt to breach the heavy security deployments and reach the […]