Tobacco Farmers Urge PM Modi to Review Steep Excise Duty Hike
FCV tobacco farmers from Andhra Pradesh urge PM Modi & CM Naidu to review a steep excise hike, fearing a severe livelihood crisis and price crash. Read their urgent appeal.
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Kurnool village bans political leaders over mandal status neglect
Residents of Peddaharivanam village in Kurnool protest, banning all political leaders until their long-pending demand for a separate mandal is met. Read about their hunger strike and allegations of betrayal.
Congress Plans Major Protests After Kozhikode Leadership Summit
Kerala Congress announces a series of agitations on Sabarimala scam, MGNREGA changes, and voter list issues. Rahul Gandhi to inaugurate a Mahapanchayat on Jan 19. Read the full plan.
Assam Farmers Block Highway with Potatoes Over Low Prices
Hundreds of potato farmers in Assam's Sadiya staged a dramatic protest by dumping tonnes of produce on NH-37, demanding fair prices and market infrastructure. Read their demands.
Beed's Krishikul boosts farmer income 10X: A model for India?
In drought-hit Beed, the Krishikul initiative shifted farmers to fruits, raising per-acre income from Rs 38,700 to Rs 3.93 lakh. Experts urge govt to replicate this success nationally to truly augment farmers' incomes. Read more.
Congress Eyes Long-Term MGNREGA Agitation Strategy
Congress views the MGNREGA agitation as a long-term sensitisation campaign, differing from the successful farm laws stir due to the nature of its stakeholders - the rural poor. Learn about the strategic shift.
Congress Criticizes BJP on Manipur President's Rule Extension
AICC's Saptagiri Ulaka condemns possible extension of President's Rule in Manipur, demands fresh elections. Congress to launch 45-day nationwide protest against MGNREGA changes.
Maharashtra Farmers Question Loan Waiver Data Collection
Maharashtra farmers raise concerns over the state's data collection for a farm loan waiver policy. Experts question the June 2025 cutoff date and its impact on defaults after the CM's 2026 announcement. Details inside.
Former MP L Ganesan, Anti-Hindi Agitation Leader, Dies at 92
Senior Dravidian ideologue and former MP L Ganesan, a key figure in the anti-Hindi movement, passed away at 92. CM Stalin paid homage. Read about his political journey.
BJP Kisan Morcha Warns Himachal Govt on Farmer Subsidies
BJP's Kisan Morcha warns the Himachal Pradesh government of a statewide agitation if subsidies for farmers, including on seeds and fertilizers, are not provided promptly. Details inside.
KPCC's Lakshmana Seeks Timely Aid for Mysuru Farmers
KPCC spokesperson Lakshmana met Mysuru DC, urging timely compensation for farmers facing crop loss from elephants & wildlife. Read the full story on the critical issue.
Power Engineers Seek CM Mann's Intervention in Punjab Crisis
AIPEF urges Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann to halt arbitrary actions in the power sector, restore autonomy, and uphold the tripartite agreement to protect consumer interests. Read more.
Ludhiana Farmers Call for Jan 16 District Strike
Farmers in Ludhiana, Punjab, are gearing up for a complete district-level strike on January 16 to protest unmet demands. Read about their plans and the expected impact.
MDU Rohtak Protests: V-C Under Fire, Hiring Stalled
Maharshi Dayanand University faces massive protests over V-C misconduct allegations & a stalled recruitment process. Students & scholars issue a 10-day ultimatum. Full details inside.
Key Meet for Samba Paddy Procurement in Tamil Nadu
Stakeholders meeting in Thanjavur addresses samba paddy procurement. Farmers seek solutions for staff, machines, and bags. Over 4.7k centres to open for the season.
Farmers Urge Inclusion of Key Officials in Procurement Meet
Tamil Nadu farmers' association requests state govt to invite heads of key institutions like IMD, NABARD, FCI to crucial samba-thaladi paddy procurement policy consultation in Thanjavur.
Tharoor: Can't Blame Govt for Bangladesh Unrest
Shashi Tharoor intervened at a Congress Working Committee meeting, arguing the government cannot be held responsible for the situation in Bangladesh. The resolution was rephrased to focus on diplomatic failure. Read more on the internal party debate.
HAU Students Warn Agitation Over Unacted Inquiry Report
Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University students demand action on Ashok Kumar Garg's report alleging corruption. Read their demands and the government's silence.
FICO Slams Punjab Govt Over Stalled GST Refunds
Ludhiana's FICO demands urgent release of pending GST refunds, citing severe financial strain on manufacturers due to Punjab government delays. Industry warns of protest.
10,000+ Farmers Attend Tree-Based Agriculture Seminar in Hosur
Massive gathering in Tamil Nadu explores tree-based farming for income security. Sadhguru and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan advocate for policy change. Learn how this model can transform agriculture.
Haryana Issues Unique IDs to Farmers for Better Subsidy Delivery
Haryana launches a unique 12-digit ID for farmers to ensure direct benefit transfer, prevent fraud, and integrate agricultural schemes. Learn how this initiative will transform subsidy delivery.
Fadnavis Acts on ₹20k/Hectare Bonus for Paddy Farmers
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis orders action on a ₹20,000-per-hectare bonus for paddy growers after BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar's representation. Relief expected for farmers hit by rising costs and unseasonal rain.
Lawyers to Protest Mandatory E-Filing at Madras HC on Jan 7
Tamil Nadu lawyers plan a massive protest at Madras High Court on January 7, demanding withdrawal of compulsory e-filing until court infrastructure improves. Read about their demands.
Actor Rajendra Chawla's Tribute to Farmers on Kisan Diwas
On National Farmers' Day, actor Rajendra Chawla from Lakshmi Niwas calls for respect and support for India's farmers. Read his heartfelt message and pledge to honor our annadatas.
French Farmers Block Roads, Protest EU-Mercosur Deal & Cattle Culls
French farmers escalate protests, blocking highways and burning hay bales against the EU-Mercosur trade pact and mass cattle culls. President Macron faces pressure as unions reject a holiday truce. Read the full story.
Kisan Diwas 2025: 5 Essential Govt Schemes for Farmers
On National Farmers Day 2025, honouring Chaudhary Charan Singh, we detail five crucial government schemes like PM KISAN and PMFBY that support India's farmers. Learn how these initiatives boost income and security.
Farmers' Day: Varanasi Event Aims to Empower Rural Youth & Women
ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi organizes a Farmers' Day program on Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary. The event focuses on sustainable employment and self-reliance for farmers under the Viksit Bharat Mission. Read more.
Rajasthan farmers await decision on 8,000 acres of oran land
Months after a mass protest, communities in Western Rajasthan still await government action to protect vital pasture and sacred oran land from commercial allocation, highlighting concerns over land policy and solar sector development.
Kisan Diwas 2025: India Celebrates Farmers' Contributions
India observes National Farmers Day on 23 December, honoring farmers as 'Annadata' and the legacy of former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh. Explore the day's significance and key messages.
MK Stalin releases Anti-Hindi Agitation documents book
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin unveils a comprehensive book chronicling the state's anti-Hindi imposition struggles from 1927 to 1967. Explore this historic archive now.
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