Mann is facing criticism for not taking action on tear gas being used on agitating farmers. Opposition leaders have been sharing videos of Mann's pre-poll promise of MSP for over 20 crops.
Farmer unions in Uttar Pradesh are weighing their options on joining the new farmers protest, which is centred on demands similar to those raised during the 2020-21 agitation.
A statement from Raj Bhavan said the governor would embark on a ‘significant border visit’ from 20-23 February. This comes after he resigned from the post citing ‘personal reasons’.
Addressing ‘doorstep delivery’ of ration under Punjab govt’s National Food Security Act, Delhi CM said the candidates will be announced in the coming 10-15 days.
Both parties keen to ally but decision hinges on seat-sharing agreement, on which talks took place last month. ‘Announcement may take place after Parliament session,’ it is learnt.
Farmers' demands include MSP for their crops as a guarantee, a pension scheme for farmers over age of 58, crop insurance scheme & justice for Lakhimpur Kheri farmers.
Baghs are similar to phulkaris, and are frequently named after their motifs. Leheriya and darya baghs feature water motifs. The chandrama bagh, which uses moon motifs, is worn during Karva Chauth rituals.
83-year-old BJP leader from Nagpur is said to have met home minister Amit Shah before tendering resignation to President. His 2-year-plus tenure was marked by frequent clashes with the CM.
BJP’s Manoj Sonkar was declared mayor of Chandigarh Tuesday after he won with 16 votes against 12 votes bagged by Congress-AAP candidate Kuldeep Tita. Eight votes declared invalid.
Releasing Export Preparedness Index report, NITI Aayog CEO says Centre has ‘ticked a lot of boxes’, & responsibility of driving the next phase of export growth now rests with states.
The proposed project costing about Rs 3.25 lakh crore will entail procurement of 18 aircraft in fly away condition & the rest made in India with up to 60% indigenous content.
UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.
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