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Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
UP govt purchasing maize directly from farmers at MSP
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is purchasing maize directly from farmers for the first time at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). The purchase started from June 15, and will continue till July 31, the state government said in a statement, adding that purchasing will be done at the purchase centres from 9 am to 6 pm. According to the statement, in the marketing year 2024-25, maize will be purchased from farmers at Rs 2,225 per quintal. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who had visited Auraiya recently, had inquired about the maize cultivation being done by maize farmers and assured them that the government would regularly pave the way for their progress and prosperity. Maize will be purchased in Budaun, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Etah, Kasganj, Firozabad, Hathras, Mainpuri, Hardoi, Unnao, Kanpur, Auraiya, Kannauj, Etawah, Farrukhabad, Bahraich, Ballia, Gonda, Sambhal, Rampur, Ayodhya and Mirzapur. For the sale of maize, it is mandatory for farmers to register on or mobile app UP Kisan Mitra. Maize will be purchased only from registered farmers. This will also give them the benefit of MSP. Farmers should register only with the mobile number they are using, so that they can complete the registration process by submitting the OTP received by them, the statement said.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Congress Slams BJP's First Year in Power in Odisha as ‘Year of Betrayal'
New Delhi: The Congress party launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday, labelling its first year in power in Odisha as a "year of betrayal" marked by corruption, broken promises, and injustice toward marginalized communities—particularly the tribals. At a press conference held at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi, senior Congress leaders accused the BJP-led state government of failing on multiple fronts. Addressing the media, Odisha Congress in-charge Ajay Kumar Lallu, Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president Bhakta Charan Das, Congress Legislature Party leader Ram Chandra Kadam, and MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka presented a joint critique of what they described as the party's dismal governance record. Bhakta Charan Das criticized the BJP's pre-election promises, particularly the assurance of 'zero tolerance for corruption.' He alleged that just one year into its tenure, corruption in the state had reached alarming levels. 'From ministers to bureaucrats, everyone seems to be neck-deep in corruption,' Das said, citing the recent arrest of a Chief Engineer in the Rural Development Department, who was found in possession of large amounts of cash and owned twelve properties. 'How can one individual accumulate such assets without systemic complicity?' he asked. Das also accused the government of betraying farmers, claiming that many had either been denied procurement of their paddy or were being paid ₹250–₹300 less than the Minimum Support Price (MSP). 'This is nothing short of economic injustice,' he said. One of the central themes of the Congress's criticism was the alleged marginalization of tribal communities, despite Odisha now having a tribal Chief Minister. Congress leaders expressed disappointment that instead of improving tribal welfare, the community had faced increased hardships under the BJP government. 'It's both ironic and tragic that under a tribal CM, the tribal population is the worst affected,' said Ram Chandra Kadam. 'They are being dispossessed of their land and deprived of justice.' Ajay Kumar Lallu echoed this sentiment, highlighting the ongoing migration crisis in the state. 'People are being forced to migrate in search of jobs. The BJP's promises of development have turned out to be hollow,' he said, adding that the first year of BJP rule had brought 'no visible change' to the lives of common people. Adding to the list of grievances, MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka accused the BJP government of trying to impose the three-language formula in Odisha, allegedly sidelining the Oriya language. He also claimed that pension and welfare schemes promised during the election campaign had either been abandoned or drastically reduced. 'The BJP government has undermined linguistic identity and failed to protect the welfare of the people it pledged to serve,' Ulaka said. The Congress leadership vowed to continue exposing the failures of the BJP government and stand with farmers, tribals, and the underprivileged. 'The people of Odisha deserve better than this betrayal. We will not stay silent,' said Das, as the party hinted at organizing public outreach and protests in the coming months.
Mint
08-06-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Ex J&K Governor Satypal Malik admitted to ICU, says he plans to ‘reveal truth' in lengthy X post
Ailing former Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) governor Satyapal Malik has shared on social media updates about his health and also attacked the Modi government for not investigating the Pulwama terrpr attack till date. Malik alleged that the government is trying to trap him in a false chargesheet by threatening him with the CBI. He also said that during his tenure as J&K governor, he was offered bribes of ₹ 150 crore, which he refused and continued to work honestly like his political guru, late farmer leader Chaudhary Charan Singh. In a post on social media platform X, Satyapal Malik said: 'Hello friends. I have been admitted to the hospital for the last one month and am suffering from kidney problems. I was fine since the day before yesterday morning but today again I had to be shifted to the ICU. My condition is becoming very serious. Whether I live or not, I want to tell the truth to my countrymen. When I was on the post of Governor, I was offered bribes of Rs. 150-150 crores, but I continued to work honestly like my political guru, farmer messiah late Chaudhary Charan Singh ji and he could never shake my integrity.' Malik was admitted to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi on May 11 and is currently on dialysis. The former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik further said: 'When I was the Governor, the farmers' movement was also going on. I raised the demands of the farmers while holding the post without any political greed.' Farmers in India protested primarily to demand a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops, ensuring stable and fair income amid market fluctuations. They also sought complete loan forgiveness and fulfillment of government promises made during earlier protests, including doubling their incomes and protection against exploitation by large corporations. On May 23, Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi had visited ailing former J&K governor Satyapal Malik at RML Hospital. 'Today I met former Jammu and Kashmir governor Satyapal Malik ji at Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital and enquired about his health. I hope he gets well soon. I stand with him in this fight for truth,' Gandhi had posted on X.
India Gazette
07-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Initiatives in 11 years boosted prosperity, ensured overall transformation of agriculture: PM Modi
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has underlined the far-reaching impact of the government's pro-farmer initiatives over the past 11 years, marking a significant phase of dignity and prosperity for the agricultural community. He highlighted key initiatives such as the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Kisan Fasal Bima, describing them as important steps taken by the government for the welfare of farmers. The Prime Minister also noted that due to the continuous increase in Minimum Support Price (MSP), the country's food producers are not only receiving fair prices for their crops but are also experiencing a rise in their income. PM Modi emphasised that it has been a privilege for his government to serve the hardworking farmers of the country. Reflecting on the last 11 years, he said that the government's various initiatives have not only enhanced prosperity among farmers but have also contributed to an overall transformation of the agriculture sector. The Prime Minister highlighted that the government has paid close attention to key aspects such as soil health and irrigation, which have been greatly beneficial. Our efforts towards farmer welfare will continue with greater vigour in the times to come, Modi further stated. He said that we have worked on dignity and prosperity for our farmers. 'Earlier, our farmer brothers and sisters were forced to borrow money even for small needs, but in the last 11 years, our government's decisions have made their lives much easier. Be it PM Kisan Samman Nidhi or Kisan Fasal Bima, we have taken many important steps for their welfare. Now, with the continuous increase in MSP, the country's food producers are not only getting a fair price for their crops, but their income is also increasing,' said PM in a post on X in Hindi. 'It's our privilege to serve our hardworking farmers. For the past 11 years, our various initiatives have boosted prosperity for farmers and also ensured an overall transformation of the agriculture sector. We have focussed on issues like soil health and irrigation, which have been greatly beneficial. Our efforts towards farmer welfare will continue with greater vigour in the times to come,' said the PM in a post on X. Meanwhile, MoAFW's statement read, 'Above all, the mindset has shifted, Farmers are now recognised as key stakeholders and drivers of India's growth. As India enters Amrit Kaal, its empowered farmers stand ready to lead the nation from food security to global food leadership.' Highlighting the work done by the Modi-led government over 11 years of governance (since 2014), the Centre's achievements have been shown under the campaign of '11 years of Kisan Samman' and 'Viksit Bharat ka Amrit Kaal, Seva Sushasan, Garib Kalyan ke 11 saal' A statement from MoAFW has highlighted that over the 11 years, the agri sector has seen enhanced budget allocation, including increased Food Grain Production, increase in MSP and Support for farmers, wheat, paddy, MSP growth and record procurement, financial security among other things. 'From modern irrigation and credit access to digital marketplaces and agri-tech innovations, India is embracing smart farming and reviving traditional practices like millet cultivation and natural farming. Allied sectors such as dairy and fisheries are also flourishing, driving rural prosperity and climate-smart agriculture,' the ministry said. Regarding Budget allocation, the ministry said, 'Agriculture serves as the backbone of India's economy, playing a pivotal role in ensuring food security, providing employment, and contributing to overall economic development. It supports the livelihoods of a significant portion of the population and remains vital to India's socio-economic fabric.' The Budget estimates for the Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare have seen growth, rising from Rs 27,663 crore in 2013-14 to Rs 1,37,664.35 crore in 2024-25, an increase of nearly five times over the period, the ministry said. The country's grain production has also grown steadily from 265.05 million tonnes in 2014-15 to an estimated 347.44 million tonnes in 2024-25. 'The major crops include rice, wheat, jowar, bajra, maize, ragi, barley, gram, tur, pulses, groundnut, soybean, rapeseed and mustard, oilseeds, sugarcane, cotton, and jute & mesta,' the statement read. During the period 2014-15 to 2024-25, procurement of 14 Kharif crops was 7,871 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT), while during the period 2004-05 to 2013-14, procurement was 4679 LMT. Apart from this, the ministry also highlighted various other schemes which have been launched, like Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana, Soil Health cards. Whereas on modern infrastructure of agriculture, the ministry mentioned Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), PM Kisan Samriddhi Kendras, e-NAM and Market Reform and Mega Food Parks and how they have grown over the years. On innovation and entrepreneurship, the ministry mentioned its various initiatives such as NAMO Drone Didi, AgriSURE, Diversifying Farmer Incomes and how food processing sector has become a key driver in farmer's income growth. Moreover, achievements in various agricultural sectors, such as the blue revolution, which has made India as the second largest fish producing country with around 8 per cent share in global fish production; Sweet Revolution and the Dairy sector were also highlighted. (ANI)
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
No meaningful work done for people by AAP govt in Punjab: Haryana CM Saini
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini lashed out at the AAP government in Punjab on Saturday, alleging that it has not done any meaningful work for the welfare of people. Saini further claimed that the Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab "no longer enjoys any public support" and said in the June 19 Ludhiana West Assembly bypoll , people will decide in the right direction. Saini visited Sangrur on Saturday to condole the death of veteran Akali leader and former Union minister Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa . He met Dhindsa's son and former Punjab finance minister Parminder Singh Dhindsa and expressed his grief. Talking to reporters in Sangrur, the Haryana chief minister alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab was formed on a "foundation of lies". "This government has neither done any meaningful work for the welfare of people nor does it have the will to work. Now, the people of Punjab have understood this truth," he claimed. Live Events The Mann government has "completely failed" to fulfil the promises it had made to people during elections, Saini said. He said the AAP has been exposed in Delhi, because "lies do not last long". "It no longer has any public support in Punjab and in the Ludhiana West bypoll, people will decide in the right direction," he said. Saini launched an attack on Punjab Chief Minister Mann, saying he should work for the welfare of people rather than indulging in "theatrics". Referring to the Ludhiana West bypoll, he said the voters have made up their mind that Punjab should also move ahead at a fast pace under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. The bypoll to the Ludhiana West Assembly seat in Punjab is scheduled to be held on June 19 and the counting of the votes will be taken up on June 23. The Ludhiana West seat fell vacant following AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi's death in January. Saini accused the AAP government of not implementing the Centre's welfare schemes in Punjab and depriving people of their benefits. Talking about the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Haryana, Saini said for the last 11 years, public welfare schemes are being implemented effectively under the leadership of Modi. He said the Haryana government is purchasing all crops from farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). Similarly, the Punjab government should also worry about the farmers of the state and give them a fair price for their crops, he said. Saini said in the event of crop loss due to natural calamities, the Haryana government has provided a total compensation amount of more than Rs 15,500 crore to farmers in the last 10 years. Besides, vegetable-growing farmers are being given relief under the "Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana", he added. The people of Haryana are also getting the benefits of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana , while the people of Punjab are being deprived of those, he said.
