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Union Agri Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan assures unwavering support to Bihar farmers to propel agricultural growth
Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan assured Bihar agriculture minister Mangal Pande of unwavering support for state farmers and advocated for synergistic efforts to boost agricultural growth. Chouhan committed to reviewing funding allocations under RKVY and National Food Security Mission to enhance Bihar's agricultural initiatives. The meeting also discussed the need for seamless seed supply and a comprehensive review of agriculture ministry schemes.
Will resume agitation on pending demands of legal guarantee to MSP, farm loan waiver: SKM
The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), which led the 2020-21 farmers' protest, made the announcement a day after its general body met. "The general body has decided to resume the agitation demanding implementation of the agreement, dated December 9, 2021, that the Union government has with the SKM, signed by the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Government of India, and other key demands affecting the livelihood of farmers," the SKM said.
Punjab and Haryana High Court orders removal of barricades at Shambhu Border within a week
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ordered the Haryana government to remove barricades at the Shambhu border near Ambala within a week. The directions came on a petition against sealing Punjab and Haryana's border.Punjab and Haryana High Court orders removal of...
Farmers urge non-NDA MPs to move pvt bills on MSP guarantee
Protesting farmers seek support from non-NDA MPs for MSP guarantee legislation through private members' bills before the upcoming budget session. Initiating discussions with MPs from key agrarian states, the farmers aim to address their demands through parliamentary channels.
Illegal Allotment of Plots: Kumaraswamy asks Siddaramaiah to fight for same compensation for farmers he is seeking for wife
Union Minister Kumaraswamy calls for fair compensation for farmers, echoing CM Siddaramaiah's demand for his wife's land. Allegations of illegal plot allotments and political motives arise, with hints at Deputy CM's involvement. BJP accuses CM of favoritism in land deals.
Union budget 2024: Making a case for sustainable agrarian practices and inclusive growth
Budget: Modi's recent focus on PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi aimed to support farmers. The upcoming Union budget may lean towards populism, highlighting the exclusion of tenant farmers in schemes like PM-Kisan. Challenges such as irrigation and labour shortages limit productivity, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices.
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"Consider him my true comrade who was tested in fire of Emergency": PM Modi hails Venkaiah Naidu in his virtual address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described former Vice President of India, Venkaiah Naidu as his true comrade who was tested in the fire of Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi in 1975.
Government sensitive towards farmers' demand: Piyush Goyal
The government of India will make all efforts to waive the penalty on excess tobacco produced by the tobacco farmers, highlighted Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal during a meeting with Farmers and traders of tobacco in Hyderabad on Saturday.
More farmers in Assam will be included in PM Kisan Samman Nidhi: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for releasing the 17th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi on June 18th, benefiting a total of 9.26 crore farmers nationwide. In Assam alone, Rs 350 crores were disbursed to 17.5 lakh beneficiaries. The PM-KISAN scheme, launched in 2019, provides Rs 6,000 per year to land-holding farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Karnataka: BJP displaying anti-farmer mindset by opposing milk price hike, says DK Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar defended the recent Rs 2 per litre milk price hike, saying it supports farmers and criticized the BJP for opposing it. Shivakumar argued that input costs for farmers have increased and emphasized that the price in Karnataka remains lower than in other states. He also congratulated Rahul Gandhi on being appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, calling it a step towards preserving democracy. When questioned about the demand for additional Deputy Chief Ministers, he deferred to the Chief Minister.
Milk prices not hiked as additional cost is for additional quantity of milk: Karnataka CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday defended the Rs two hike in 'Nandini' milk prices, which now come with an additional 50 ml of milk in half-litre and one-litre packets. This adjustment has been made to support farmers in light of increased milk procurement. He emphasized that milk prices have not actually been raised.
PM-Kisan world's largest direct benefit scheme: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has claimed that the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi is the largest direct benefit transfer scheme in the world, using technology to ensure it reaches its intended beneficiaries. He expressed gratitude to the 64 crore voters of Kashi (Varanasi) for electing him and praised the strength of Bharat's democracy.
PM Modi addresses farmers, says he wants Indian products on every dining table in world
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of Indian food products in the global market at a PM Kisan Samman Sammelan. He emphasized self-reliance in pulses and oilseeds and the 'one district one product' initiative to boost agricultural exports.
Not some 'prasad' for farmers, but their legitimate right: Congress on PM-KISAN
Congress has slamemd Prime Minister Modi ahead of his Varanasi visit, where he will participate in the PM-Kisan Samman Sammelan and release Rs 20,000 crore as part of the income support scheme for over 9.26 crore farmers. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said "PM is not bestowing some prasad on kisaans. It is their legitimate right and entitlement".
CRPF troopers deployed in Manipur's Jiribam District following farmer's killing
Tension gripped the area after the killing of 59-year-old farmer Soibam Saratkumar Singh on June 6. Around 900 tribals belonging to the Kuki and Hmar communities took shelter at the homes of relatives and friends in two villages – Haokippunji and Hmarkhawlienin - in the Cachar district of southern Assam, after violence broke out.
Slept on footpath, worked as a farmer: Who is Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi?
BJP leader Mohan Charan Majhi became the third tribal chief minister of Odisha after Giridhar Gamang and Hemananda Biswal of the Congress. Odisha got a tribal chief minister after over 24 years. He is being sworn in as the chief minister of the state on June 12.
Parliament can't be bulldozed, people's movements will intensify: Sitaram Yechury on fractured mandate
Sitaram Yechury, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), said that the reduced BJP numbers in the Lok Sabha will prevent the Parliament from being dominated. He noted that the opposition parties were not invited to the swearing-in ceremony and expressed doubts about Modi's moral authority as Prime Minister.
Work in agriculture, rural development to continue, despite new minister: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
New Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the government's commitment to farmer welfare and rural development. He highlighted the progress made in these areas over the past decade and assured that the work will continue at a consistent pace. Chouhan's first decision was to release funds for the PM Kisan scheme, demonstrating the government's priority for farmers' income. He met with officials from both ministries to discuss ongoing projects and initiatives.
Modi 3.0 kicks off with focus on farmers, poor
PM Narendra Modi released funds for farmers and approved 30 million houses for the poor on his first day of the third term. He emphasized team spirit, involvement of ministers in work decisions, and advised against giving sermons.
Fund released for farmers was due month ago, PM Modi did no special favour to them: Congress
Congress criticizes PM Modi for delayed release of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi fund, calling it farmers' legitimate entitlement. Demand for legal MSP, farm loan waiver to benefit farmers.
Not surprised that Ajit Pawar-led NCP didn't get berth in Modi's new cabinet, says Sule
MP Supriya Sule expressed lack of surprise at the NCP's exclusion from PM Modi's new cabinet. She highlighted the party's historical roles in past governments and emphasized mutual respect in alliances. Sule called for a full loan waiver for farmers and criticized the BJP's treatment of allies. She hoped for stable governance and relief for struggling farmers.
Fund released for farmers was due month ago, PM Modi did no special favour to them: Congress
Taking charge as prime minister in his third term, Modi on Monday signed his first file authorising the release of the 17th instalment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi fund, amounting to nearly Rs 20,000 crore that will benefit around 9.3 crore farmers.
Rajasthan increases PM Kisan Samman Nidhi amount by Rs 2,000
The Rajasthan government raised the annual amount received by farmers in the state from Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000 in the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced X. He said that the commitment to farmer upliftment and holistic development remained the government's priority, fulfilling a promise made in the BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' manifesto for the Rajasthan assembly elections.
'MP should not be attacked but...': Sanjay Raut on alleged Kangana slap incident
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced an altercation at Chandigarh airport. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut condemned the incident, emphasizing respect for MPs and farmers. The situation unfolded as Ranaut was traveling from Mumbai to Delhi.
Kangana Ranaut airport incident: Farmer outfits throw their weight behind CISF woman constable
Some farmer outfits on Friday threw their weight behind the CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped actor and BJP MP-elect Kangana Ranaut, saying the entire sequence leading to the incident needs to be properly investigated. Ranaut, in a video message, had on Thursday said she was hit in the face and abused by the constable during security check at the Chandigarh airport, the ugly fracas breaking out two days after she was elected to the Lok Sabha from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh.
Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah asks banks not to adjust drought relief funds against farm loan dues
CM Siddaramaiah emphasized the need for officials to work efficiently amidst higher-than-normal rainfall and the ongoing code of conduct. Siddaramaiah disapproved of the way insurance firms were handling the crop loss insurance claims. Such conduct would bring bad name to the government, he said, and asked officials to discuss with insurance firms and make life easy for farmers.
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