Sukhpal Singh says repealed farm laws 'catered to corporations', plans to focus on boosting farmer income, crop diversification, favours export of surplus to neighbouring countries.
Moong procurement on MSP of Rs 7,275/quintal has started in Punjab, with govt expecting yield of 4.75 lakh quintals. Farmers are optimistic, but crop is tricky to grow and harvest.
Moong cultivation in Punjab has nearly doubled from last season, mostly due to early wheat harvest. CM Mann’s promise to procure yield at MSP is a boost, but 'a bit late' for some farmers.
Union govt asks Punjab for roadmap to replace old meters within 3 months, or lose power reform funds. AAP govt is facing big debt burden, promised 300 units of free power in polls.
Punjab faces many mortal threats, almost all of which are internal. Without a hard look within, future generations have to be resigned to living with this constant slide.
Two major reasons why farmers’ anger hasn’t subsided are Lakhimpur Kheri incident and alleged deaths of more than 700 farmers during year-long protests against Modi govt's laws.
India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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