Amritsar: To protest no minimum support price (MSP

Amritsar: To protest no minimum support price (MSP) being given for basmati rice, farm activists of Kirti Kisan Union protested outside the farmhouse of Punjab minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal in Jadev Kalan village near Amritsar on Monday. Union leader Satbir Singh Sultani informed that the basmati variety 1121 was sold for up to Rs 5,000 per quintal last year, but the price this year had dropped to around Rs 2,900.

The conflict between Iran and Israel has affected Punjab’s basmati exports, leading to reduced orders and a drop in prices. With Iran banning imports to support its local crop and Indian insurance companies halting coverage, farmers are facing significant financial losses. This situation follows previous export challenges related to Saudi Arabia due to regional threats.

Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar was detained after joining TSPSC Group 1 aspirants’ protest in Hyderabad, demanding exam postponement. Police used force to disperse protesters, leading to political clashes between BJP and BRS cadres. Despite detentions, including BRS leaders, job aspirants continued their rally to the Secretariat, where they staged a road protest.

Former Union minister RCP Singh, who joined BJP after leaving JDU, announced plans to start his own party due to his süpporters feeling disrespected. This decision follows a three-month state tour to gauge voter sentiment. Singh, once close to JDU chief Nitish Kumar, parted ways with JDU after developing differences with Kumar,

Published Date: October 22, 2024