However, the protesting farmers have expressed their apprehension that the new laws would pave the way for eliminating the safety cushion of minimum support price and do away with the ‘mandi’ (wholesale market) system, leaving them at the mercy of big corporates. … [Read more...] about Farmers’ Republic Day tractor parade: Tableaux to depict protest against agri laws
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JNUSU president calls for united struggle till farm laws are repealed
She alleged that there was growing unrest all over the country, with the BJP-RSS fanning communal passions and violence. Women were being assaulted as never before, and the BJP leaders were supporting the perpetrators of those crimes, she alleged. She recalled that a journalist from Kerala, who had gone to cover the Hathras incident, was jailed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). … [Read more...] about JNUSU president calls for united struggle till farm laws are repealed
Sunderbans home to 428 species of birds, records ZSI
“The mudflats exposed in the low tides, rich in microorganism deposited during tidal activity are ideal feeding for migratory birds. These mudflats and wetlands of Sunderbans act as a stopover site for migratory flight south (south wards) and back,” Mr. Sinha added. … [Read more...] about Sunderbans home to 428 species of birds, records ZSI
Thousands march to Mumbai to protest farm laws, Sharad Pawar to join
"The rally is being held to support and expand the two-month-long farmers'' struggle in Delhi for a repeal of the three farm laws and for a central law to guarantee a remunerative Minimum Support Price (MSP) and procurement all over the country," the statement said. … [Read more...] about Thousands march to Mumbai to protest farm laws, Sharad Pawar to join
State to strengthen agriculture
A release said the Chief Minister issued several instructions at the meeting, including a disciplined approach by farmers to sell their produce at agricultural market yards. The yards will be continued and remain as the only platforms to dispose of produce. Tokens will be issued to farmers village-wise to sell the produce on given dates. … [Read more...] about State to strengthen agriculture