INDIA
"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.
Supreme Court Declines to Halt Implementation of New CEC, ECs Appointment Law; Issues Notice to Centre
The petition contests the constitutional validity of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023.
Farmers Protest: Political manoeuvres in the name of farmers should stop, says Bharatiya Kisan Sangh
Mishra highlighted the adverse consequences that often accompany movements orchestrated under the guise of advocating for farmers' rights but driven by political motives. Such actions, he argued, lead to violence, disruption, and damage to national assets, ultimately fostering negative perceptions towards farmers.
Tear Gas Eruption as Farmers Reconvene at Shambhu Border for Dilli Chalo Protest
The farmers, who clashed with Haryana Police at border points on Tuesday, encountered tear gas and water cannons while attempting to break barricades obstructing their march to the national capital. After a prolonged face-off with the police, farmer leaders decided to suspend the protest for the day, with plans to resume the march from Shambhu on Wednesday.
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