Farmer

Farmers in Byadagi Chilli Market, Karnataka, erupted in anger over a drastic drop in chilli prices from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 12,000 per quintal. They protested at the APMC office, pelting stones and setting vehicles on fire. Police intervened to control the situation, but identifying the culprits amid chaos was difficult. 

This protest is likely to cause disruptions to train services, with farmers planning to sit on railway tracks in various districts, including Ferozepur, Amritsar, Rupnagar, and Gurdaspur, as highlighted by Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leader Sarwan Singh Pandher.

Severe drought in Karnataka has led to acute water scarcity, even in Bangalore. The Karnataka government's decision to release water to Tamil Nadu from the KRS Dam sparked anger. However, an engineer clarified that no water has been released to Tamil Nadu; the increased discharge addresses Karnataka's water crisis.

A 64-year-old tribal woman named Valsala was trampled to death by a wild elephant identified as Manjakomban at Peringalkuthu, Thrissur on Tuesday (Mar 05) evening.

Key demands include a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops, pension for farmers and farm laborers, farm debt waiver, and a freeze on electricity tariff hikes.

For the past 21 days, hundreds of farmers have been camped at Shambhu and Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border. Their "Dilli Chalo" march, initiated on February 13, faced resistance at the borders, preventing their entry into the national capital.

Asserting that the agitation extends beyond Punjab, Pandher accused the Centre of attempting to limit the perception of the protest. He alleged that the BJP engages in divisive politics, emphasizing that farmers and laborers are not on their agenda.

Illegal water theft in Mandya's Cauvery River basin reveals a disparity in treatment between influential figures and common farmers. Accusations involve unauthorized diversion of water to farmhouses, facilitated by illicit methods like unauthorized motors and secret pipelines. Public frustration mounts as authorities, including the Kaveri Irrigation Corporation, face scrutiny.

The Narendra Modi government has taken significant steps to bolster support for farmers across India by announcing a substantial increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for various agricultural commodities. Annually, MSPs are declared for 22 major crops, including Kharif, Rabi, and commercial crops.

The farmer's organization has announced its intention to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Idukki and Wayanad constituencies.  A final verdict on this matter is scheduled to take place during a crucial meeting slated for March 10.

The ongoing farmers' agitation in India, primarily led by farmers from Punjab and Haryana, is centered around demands for legal assurances regarding Minimum Support Price (MSP) and withdrawal from the World Trade Organization (WTO). Farmers oppose WTO rules that limit domestic subsidies and hinder their demands for MSP.

The unrest saw clashes involving sticks and stones, resulting in nearly 12 injured police personnel. Responding to the tumult, police appealed to owners of heavy equipment to withdraw from protest sites, expressing apprehension about potential harm to security forces.

A security supervisor at Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) faced suspension for denying entry to a farmer based on his traditional attire, prompting swift condemnation. BMRCL's Managing Director intervened, emphasizing fair treatment for all passengers. The incident underscores BMRCL's commitment to inclusivity.

An incident at Bengaluru Metro's Rajajinagar station sparked outrage as a farmer was denied entry due to his attire being deemed too dirty. Despite pleas, staff insisted on "proper attire." When a passenger intervened, they were escorted away. Social media outcry led to the hashtag #BMRCLMetroOnlyForVIPs, criticizing preferential treatment.

To manage the expected traffic disruptions, the Noida Police has outlined specific measures in their traffic advisory. Commuters traveling from Chilla border to Delhi are advised to use the Sector 14A flyover via Golchakkar Chowk Sector-15.