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Farmers' Protest: 'Delhi Chalo' Leaders to Evaluate Government Proposal as SKM Stands Firm in Rejection
During the ongoing 'Delhi Chalo' agitation, farmer leaders conveyed their intention to deliberate on the government's proposition to procure pulses, maize, and cotton at MSP. However, the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a key orchestrator of the 2020-21 protests, swiftly rejected the offer.
Farmers Dismiss Government Proposal, Announce Delhi March on February 21
Addressing reporters at the Shambhu point of Punjab's border with Haryana, Sarwan Singh Pandher, a leader of Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, emphasized, "We appeal to the government that either resolve our issues or remove barricades and allow us to proceed to Delhi to protest peacefully."
Sandeshkhali Dispute: Supreme Court Halts Lok Sabha Panel's Actions Against West Bengal Officials
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud led the bench that delivered the interim order, staying the summons while issuing notices on a writ petition filed by Chief Secretary Bhagwati Prasad Gopalika, Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar, and three other officials.
"Farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' Protest March Paused Until February 21, Says Leader Pandher"
Until then, peaceful protests will continue at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, situated along the Haryana entry points.
Union Ministers and Farmers Conclude 4th Round of Talks with Proposal for 5-Year MSP Agreement on Pulses and Cotton
Despite this proposal, the farmers informed the ministers that they would provide their response after further deliberations at 10 a.m. on Monday.
Farmers' protest: Internet services to remain suspended in parts of Punjab till February 24
Initially, internet services were halted from February 12 to 16 owing to the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march.
Govt Allocates Rs 84,560 Cr for Defence Procurement, Featuring Mid-Air Refuellers and Maritime Aircraft
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, gave the go-ahead for these projects, emphasizing the government's broader agenda of promoting self-reliance in defense manufacturing. According to officials, the approvals align with the ethos of 'Aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance), with a focus on sourcing various equipment from Indian vendors.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Electoral Bonds Scheme, Declares it Unconstitutional
The Chief Justice pronounced the verdict, emphasizing that the scheme violates the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression as outlined in Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. Moreover, the bench asserted that the right to privacy encompasses citizens' political privacy and affiliation.
Ceasefire Breach by Pakistan at Jammu IB, BSF Responds with Vigor
The Public Relations Office of the BSF, Jammu frontier, reported that the firing commenced at approximately 5:50 pm and was met with a fitting response from BSF troops. The exchange ceased by 6:15 pm, with troops remaining on high alert.
3 Union Ministers to Hold Dialogue with Farmer Leaders in Chandigarh
The meeting, slated for 5 pm, will see the presence of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister Arjun Munda, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, and Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai. The agenda revolves around addressing the various demands put forth by the farmers, notably the enactment of legislation ensuring Minimum Support Price (MSP) for agricultural produce.
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