22:49 December 09
China, Pakistan behind farmers' protest: Union Minister Danve
Union Minister Raosaheb Danve claimed that China and Pakistan were behind the ongoing protests by farmers, who are seeking repeal of three new farm laws.
Danve was speaking at the inauguration of a health centre at Kolte Takli in Badnapur taluka of Maharashtra's Jalna district.
"The agitation that is going on is not that of farmers. China and Pakistan have a hand behind this," he said.
22:37 December 09
Rejection of Centre's proposal by farmers 'unfortunate': Punjab BJP chief
Punjab BJP chief Ashwani Sharma dubbed the farmers' decision to reject the Centre's proposal to amend the new farm laws as "unfortunate".
He urged the protesting farmers to review their decision.
"It was unfortunate that farmer leaders have rejected the proposed amendments to the three agriculture bills," Sharma said in a statement here.
He said the Centre has addressed all the major concerns about the minimum support price (MSP) and the mandi system in the proposed amendments which the farmers should accept with grace.
22:33 December 09
New farm laws meant for welfare of farmers: Uttarakhand BJP chief
The Uttarakhand BJP accused opposition parties of instigating farmers against the Centre for political gains and said the new Agri laws were meant for the welfare of the farming community.
Pradesh BJP president Bansidhar Bhagat said the MSP regime will continue, the monopoly of middlemen will come to an end and farmers will have the freedom of selling their produce in the market of their choice.
22:32 December 09
'Farmers might take a call on crossing Singhu border to enter Delhi in coming days'
Addressing a press conference, Farmer leader Shiv Kumar Kakka said protesting farmers might take a call on crossing Singhu border to enter Delhi in coming days.
He also said that farmers will block Agra-Delhi Expressway on December 12 and no tax will be paid on that day at any toll plaza in country. Further threatening to intensify protests, he said that district headquarters in states will be gheraoed on December 14.
19:47 December 09
SAD workers provide free fuel to farmers on way to Delhi
In an attempt to "further strengthen" the ongoing agitation against the three recently enacted farm laws, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) workers are providing free fuel at a petrol pump on Delhi-Amritsar National Highway to farmers heading for the national capital.
Josh Singh Samra, Core Committee Member of Youth Akali Dal said everyone should unite and support the farmers who are opposing the farm laws.
"This is a matter concerning not just a particular party or group," he said.
19:06 December 09
Protesting farmers refuse to use govt facilities
Farmers gathered at Nirankari Samagam ground in Burari, refuse to utilise government amenities.
"A struggle is always done by ones' own abilities. We accept help from sympathisers to the cause but not from governments. They only act to garner votes," a farmer leader told media.
19:04 December 09
There was nothing new in govt's proposal: AIKS
Hanan Mollah, General Secretary of All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), said that there was nothing new in the government's proposal.
The government is offering the same thing they said during the five-round of talks. So we have decided that if the government is not giving any heed to our demands, we will block more highways and more protests will be seen across the country in the coming days."
Farmer Unions have also given a call to boycott the products and services of big corporates like Reliance Industries and Adani.
Leaders have also appealed people not to buy Jio sim cards and rather opt for government's entity BSNL.
18:21 December 09
Union Agri Min Narendra Singh Tomar meets Shah
Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar reached Home Minister Amit Shah's residence to meet him as farmer leaders reject the central government's new proposal and have called for a nationwide strike on December 14.
17:37 December 09
Duty of govt to resolve issue: Pawar
NCP chief Sharad Pawar said that it is the duty of the government to resolve this issue.
"In this cold, the farmers are on the streets protesting peacefully, expressing their unhappiness. It is the duty of the government to resolve this issue," he said.
He further said, "there was a request from all opposition parties for an in-depth discussion of farm bills & that it should be sent to select committee, but unfortunately, no suggestion was accepted & bills were passed in hurry."
17:33 December 09
Opposition leaders give memorandum to President on farm laws
After meeting the President, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said, "We informed the President that it is absolutely critical that these anti-farmer laws are taken back."
Meanwhile, Sitaram Yechury, CPI(M) general secretary, "We are asking to repeal agriculture laws and electricity amendment bill that were passed in an anti-democratic manner without proper discussions and consultations."
17:32 December 09
Govt's proposal an insult to farmers
"Our protest on December 14 will be nationwide protests," say farmer leaders as they reject the new proposal sent by the central government and termed it an insult to cultivators.
"On the 14th, there is a call to all north Indian farmers to come to Delhi for "Dilli Chalo" march. Farmers in South India and other distant states will protest at district headquarters and indefinite protest sites will be started," they added.
17:16 December 09
Farmer leaders reject Centre's Proposal, threaten to intensify agitation
Farmer Leaders said, "We have read the new proposal that the government has sent us and we have rejected it. If the laws are not repealed we will intensify our protests. New Dharna to be held on 14 December. The Jaipur Delhi Highway will be blocked on Dec 12."
17:14 December 09
AIKSCC slams new proposal by govt
All India Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee (AIKSCC) rejected the insincere and arrogant so-called “new” proposal by the central government.
17:06 December 09
Rahul Gandhi reaches Rashtrapati Bhawan
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reached Rashtrapati Bhawan for a meeting of a joint delegation of opposition parties with President Ram Nath Kovind on farm laws.
15:54 December 09
We want nothing but to repeal the law: Buta Singh
Farmer leader Buta Singh said that the government has sent a proposal regarding amendments in the law.
"The government has suggested amendments but we want nothing but to law to be repealed," he added.
15:35 December 09
Written assurance of MSP among key points of draft proposal sent by Centre
The government on Wednesday proposed to give a "written assurance" that the existing Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime for procurement will continue. The government also proposed to make necessary amendments on at least seven issues, including one to allay fears about the weakening of the mandi system.
The government has also assured to authorise states to register all pvt mandis and even levy cess like in case of APMCs to avoid exploitation of farmers.
15:22 December 09
Will not accept amendments, law has be to repealed: Rakesh Tikait
Bharatiya Kisan Union spokesperson Rakesh Tikait said, "We are not ready to accept any kind of amendment in the law, we just want to it to be repealed."
He further said that protest will continue until the government accept their demands.
15:13 December 09
Farmer unions to hold discussion on govt proposal
Manjeet Singh, BKU State President, said, "We are now going to hold discussions on the proposal sent by Government of India."
15:04 December 09
Govt sends draft proposal to farmers amid protests
Farmer leaders said the government’s offer to send a proposal on the amendments indicated that it was not ready to repeal the laws.
14:57 December 09
Farm scientist Varinderpal Singh refuses to accept FAI's award
Varinderpal Singh, an agriculture scientist from Punjab Agricultural University, has refused to accept fertiliser industry body FAI's golden jubilee award in support of farmers' ongoing protest.
Varinderpal Singh was joint winner of Fertiliser Association of India (FAI) Golden Jubilee Award for Excellence for the best work done in the field of plant nutrition.
The award includes Rs 2 lakh cash, gold medal and citation.
14:16 December 09
Farm Laws have to be withdrawn
We'll strategise in our meeting & discuss their (Centre) proposal. Farmers won't go back, it's a matter of their respect. Will Govt not withdraw laws? Will there be tyranny? If Govt is stubborn, so are farmers. Law has to be withdrawn: Rakesh Tikait, Spox, Bharatiya Kisan Union.
14:08 December 09
In an exclusive interview with ETV Bharat, All India Kisan Sabha general secretary Hannan Mollah said that we do not want modifications in the bills but want the government to take back these bills.
10:52 December 09
The meeting between Union Home minister Amit Shah and farmer leaders failed following which the sixth round of talks with the government was cancelled. Leaving the meeting, farmer leaders said the government will send a proposal for their consideration, which will be discussed at a noon meeting at the Sindhu border on Wednesday.
"The minister has said that a proposal will be given to the farmer leaders. Farmer leaders will hold a meeting over the government’s proposal,” All India Kisan Sabha general secretary Hannan Mollah said. “The government is not ready to take back the farm laws. We will hold a meeting at Singhu border at 12 pm tomorrow,” Mollah added.
10:28 December 09
We'll hold a meeting over the draft that will be sent by the Centre. That meeting (6th round of talks with Govt) is cancelled. The draft will be discussed and further course of action will be decided. We hope things will be clear by 4-5 pm today: Rakesh Tikait, Spox, Bharatiya Kisan Union
10:25 December 09
Punjab: Workers of Shiromani Akali Dal are providing free diesel at a petrol pump at Delhi-Amritsar national highway today, to farmers heading to Delhi to join the agitation against Central Government's Farm Laws.
10:14 December 09
Women Protesters Set Up Kitchens On Roads
Amid the farmers' protest, thousands of women along the Haryana border have come up in the support of farmers and cook meals for them.
Women are seen cooking and serving food to protesters.
09:49 December 09
A chapati-making machine has been installed at Uttar Pradesh border to prepare chapatis at the site of protests. This automated roti machine has been installed to ensure a faster and easier way to prepare chapatis at the site of protests.
The machine can make 1000 chapatis in an hour.
09:30 December 09
A meeting of the farmers' union leaders would be held on the Singhu border at 12 noon on Wednesday to decide the way ahead.
The meeting on Tuesday was delayed as differences emerged between the farmers' leaders over the venue.
06:13 December 09
Farmers' stir LIVE Updates
New Delhi: The meeting between a delegation of farmers' leaders and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday failed to reach any agreement, as the government refused outright to repeal the three farm laws and only offered amendments, according to a participant.
As many as 13 farmer leaders were present in the meeting held at National Agricultural Science complex Pusa in Delhi and the discussion between Farmer leaders and the Home minister went on for more than 2 hours.
All Indian Kisan Sabha General Secretary Hanan Mollah expressed disappointment after the meeting as a solution could not be carved out and said that the government only offered to carry out certain amendments.
“Nothing new happened in this meeting as the government continues to count on the benefits of these farm laws for farmers.
Our clear demand is to repeal these laws but the government is only offering amendments.
"The government said it will give a proposal to the farmers tomorrow (Wednesday) morning. Till the government gives us in writing that the laws will be rolled back, there is no point in coming for the meeting," he told reporters.
The next round of talks between the farmers' leaders and the government is scheduled on Wednesday.
A meeting of the farmers' union leaders would be held on the Singhu border at 12 noon on Wednesday to decide the way ahead.
The meeting on Tuesday was delayed as differences emerged between the farmers' leaders over the venue.
According to sources, the meeting slated for 7 p.m. at Amit Shah's residence could not take place as farmers' leaders, save Rakesh Tikait of the BKU, did not reach there.
Later, sources within the farmers' unions said that the leaders did not want to go to the Home Minister's residence and sought another venue, after which they were asked to move to the PUSA Institute.
The farmers, before heading for the meeting, claimed that the nationwide Bharat Bandh called by them on Tuesday was successful and the people supported their cause even as the shutdown evoked a mixed response across the country.
22:49 December 09
China, Pakistan behind farmers' protest: Union Minister Danve
Union Minister Raosaheb Danve claimed that China and Pakistan were behind the ongoing protests by farmers, who are seeking repeal of three new farm laws.
Danve was speaking at the inauguration of a health centre at Kolte Takli in Badnapur taluka of Maharashtra's Jalna district.
"The agitation that is going on is not that of farmers. China and Pakistan have a hand behind this," he said.
22:37 December 09
Rejection of Centre's proposal by farmers 'unfortunate': Punjab BJP chief
Punjab BJP chief Ashwani Sharma dubbed the farmers' decision to reject the Centre's proposal to amend the new farm laws as "unfortunate".
He urged the protesting farmers to review their decision.
"It was unfortunate that farmer leaders have rejected the proposed amendments to the three agriculture bills," Sharma said in a statement here.
He said the Centre has addressed all the major concerns about the minimum support price (MSP) and the mandi system in the proposed amendments which the farmers should accept with grace.
22:33 December 09
New farm laws meant for welfare of farmers: Uttarakhand BJP chief
The Uttarakhand BJP accused opposition parties of instigating farmers against the Centre for political gains and said the new Agri laws were meant for the welfare of the farming community.
Pradesh BJP president Bansidhar Bhagat said the MSP regime will continue, the monopoly of middlemen will come to an end and farmers will have the freedom of selling their produce in the market of their choice.
22:32 December 09
'Farmers might take a call on crossing Singhu border to enter Delhi in coming days'
Addressing a press conference, Farmer leader Shiv Kumar Kakka said protesting farmers might take a call on crossing Singhu border to enter Delhi in coming days.
He also said that farmers will block Agra-Delhi Expressway on December 12 and no tax will be paid on that day at any toll plaza in country. Further threatening to intensify protests, he said that district headquarters in states will be gheraoed on December 14.
19:47 December 09
SAD workers provide free fuel to farmers on way to Delhi
In an attempt to "further strengthen" the ongoing agitation against the three recently enacted farm laws, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) workers are providing free fuel at a petrol pump on Delhi-Amritsar National Highway to farmers heading for the national capital.
Josh Singh Samra, Core Committee Member of Youth Akali Dal said everyone should unite and support the farmers who are opposing the farm laws.
"This is a matter concerning not just a particular party or group," he said.
19:06 December 09
Protesting farmers refuse to use govt facilities
Farmers gathered at Nirankari Samagam ground in Burari, refuse to utilise government amenities.
"A struggle is always done by ones' own abilities. We accept help from sympathisers to the cause but not from governments. They only act to garner votes," a farmer leader told media.
19:04 December 09
There was nothing new in govt's proposal: AIKS
Hanan Mollah, General Secretary of All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), said that there was nothing new in the government's proposal.
The government is offering the same thing they said during the five-round of talks. So we have decided that if the government is not giving any heed to our demands, we will block more highways and more protests will be seen across the country in the coming days."
Farmer Unions have also given a call to boycott the products and services of big corporates like Reliance Industries and Adani.
Leaders have also appealed people not to buy Jio sim cards and rather opt for government's entity BSNL.
18:21 December 09
Union Agri Min Narendra Singh Tomar meets Shah
Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar reached Home Minister Amit Shah's residence to meet him as farmer leaders reject the central government's new proposal and have called for a nationwide strike on December 14.
17:37 December 09
Duty of govt to resolve issue: Pawar
NCP chief Sharad Pawar said that it is the duty of the government to resolve this issue.
"In this cold, the farmers are on the streets protesting peacefully, expressing their unhappiness. It is the duty of the government to resolve this issue," he said.
He further said, "there was a request from all opposition parties for an in-depth discussion of farm bills & that it should be sent to select committee, but unfortunately, no suggestion was accepted & bills were passed in hurry."
17:33 December 09
Opposition leaders give memorandum to President on farm laws
After meeting the President, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said, "We informed the President that it is absolutely critical that these anti-farmer laws are taken back."
Meanwhile, Sitaram Yechury, CPI(M) general secretary, "We are asking to repeal agriculture laws and electricity amendment bill that were passed in an anti-democratic manner without proper discussions and consultations."
17:32 December 09
Govt's proposal an insult to farmers
"Our protest on December 14 will be nationwide protests," say farmer leaders as they reject the new proposal sent by the central government and termed it an insult to cultivators.
"On the 14th, there is a call to all north Indian farmers to come to Delhi for "Dilli Chalo" march. Farmers in South India and other distant states will protest at district headquarters and indefinite protest sites will be started," they added.
17:16 December 09
Farmer leaders reject Centre's Proposal, threaten to intensify agitation
Farmer Leaders said, "We have read the new proposal that the government has sent us and we have rejected it. If the laws are not repealed we will intensify our protests. New Dharna to be held on 14 December. The Jaipur Delhi Highway will be blocked on Dec 12."
17:14 December 09
AIKSCC slams new proposal by govt
All India Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee (AIKSCC) rejected the insincere and arrogant so-called “new” proposal by the central government.
17:06 December 09
Rahul Gandhi reaches Rashtrapati Bhawan
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reached Rashtrapati Bhawan for a meeting of a joint delegation of opposition parties with President Ram Nath Kovind on farm laws.
15:54 December 09
We want nothing but to repeal the law: Buta Singh
Farmer leader Buta Singh said that the government has sent a proposal regarding amendments in the law.
"The government has suggested amendments but we want nothing but to law to be repealed," he added.
15:35 December 09
Written assurance of MSP among key points of draft proposal sent by Centre
The government on Wednesday proposed to give a "written assurance" that the existing Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime for procurement will continue. The government also proposed to make necessary amendments on at least seven issues, including one to allay fears about the weakening of the mandi system.
The government has also assured to authorise states to register all pvt mandis and even levy cess like in case of APMCs to avoid exploitation of farmers.
15:22 December 09
Will not accept amendments, law has be to repealed: Rakesh Tikait
Bharatiya Kisan Union spokesperson Rakesh Tikait said, "We are not ready to accept any kind of amendment in the law, we just want to it to be repealed."
He further said that protest will continue until the government accept their demands.
15:13 December 09
Farmer unions to hold discussion on govt proposal
Manjeet Singh, BKU State President, said, "We are now going to hold discussions on the proposal sent by Government of India."
15:04 December 09
Govt sends draft proposal to farmers amid protests
Farmer leaders said the government’s offer to send a proposal on the amendments indicated that it was not ready to repeal the laws.
14:57 December 09
Farm scientist Varinderpal Singh refuses to accept FAI's award
Varinderpal Singh, an agriculture scientist from Punjab Agricultural University, has refused to accept fertiliser industry body FAI's golden jubilee award in support of farmers' ongoing protest.
Varinderpal Singh was joint winner of Fertiliser Association of India (FAI) Golden Jubilee Award for Excellence for the best work done in the field of plant nutrition.
The award includes Rs 2 lakh cash, gold medal and citation.
14:16 December 09
Farm Laws have to be withdrawn
We'll strategise in our meeting & discuss their (Centre) proposal. Farmers won't go back, it's a matter of their respect. Will Govt not withdraw laws? Will there be tyranny? If Govt is stubborn, so are farmers. Law has to be withdrawn: Rakesh Tikait, Spox, Bharatiya Kisan Union.
14:08 December 09
In an exclusive interview with ETV Bharat, All India Kisan Sabha general secretary Hannan Mollah said that we do not want modifications in the bills but want the government to take back these bills.
10:52 December 09
The meeting between Union Home minister Amit Shah and farmer leaders failed following which the sixth round of talks with the government was cancelled. Leaving the meeting, farmer leaders said the government will send a proposal for their consideration, which will be discussed at a noon meeting at the Sindhu border on Wednesday.
"The minister has said that a proposal will be given to the farmer leaders. Farmer leaders will hold a meeting over the government’s proposal,” All India Kisan Sabha general secretary Hannan Mollah said. “The government is not ready to take back the farm laws. We will hold a meeting at Singhu border at 12 pm tomorrow,” Mollah added.
10:28 December 09
We'll hold a meeting over the draft that will be sent by the Centre. That meeting (6th round of talks with Govt) is cancelled. The draft will be discussed and further course of action will be decided. We hope things will be clear by 4-5 pm today: Rakesh Tikait, Spox, Bharatiya Kisan Union
10:25 December 09
Punjab: Workers of Shiromani Akali Dal are providing free diesel at a petrol pump at Delhi-Amritsar national highway today, to farmers heading to Delhi to join the agitation against Central Government's Farm Laws.
10:14 December 09
Women Protesters Set Up Kitchens On Roads
Amid the farmers' protest, thousands of women along the Haryana border have come up in the support of farmers and cook meals for them.
Women are seen cooking and serving food to protesters.
09:49 December 09
A chapati-making machine has been installed at Uttar Pradesh border to prepare chapatis at the site of protests. This automated roti machine has been installed to ensure a faster and easier way to prepare chapatis at the site of protests.
The machine can make 1000 chapatis in an hour.
09:30 December 09
A meeting of the farmers' union leaders would be held on the Singhu border at 12 noon on Wednesday to decide the way ahead.
The meeting on Tuesday was delayed as differences emerged between the farmers' leaders over the venue.
06:13 December 09
Farmers' stir LIVE Updates
New Delhi: The meeting between a delegation of farmers' leaders and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday failed to reach any agreement, as the government refused outright to repeal the three farm laws and only offered amendments, according to a participant.
As many as 13 farmer leaders were present in the meeting held at National Agricultural Science complex Pusa in Delhi and the discussion between Farmer leaders and the Home minister went on for more than 2 hours.
All Indian Kisan Sabha General Secretary Hanan Mollah expressed disappointment after the meeting as a solution could not be carved out and said that the government only offered to carry out certain amendments.
“Nothing new happened in this meeting as the government continues to count on the benefits of these farm laws for farmers.
Our clear demand is to repeal these laws but the government is only offering amendments.
"The government said it will give a proposal to the farmers tomorrow (Wednesday) morning. Till the government gives us in writing that the laws will be rolled back, there is no point in coming for the meeting," he told reporters.
The next round of talks between the farmers' leaders and the government is scheduled on Wednesday.
A meeting of the farmers' union leaders would be held on the Singhu border at 12 noon on Wednesday to decide the way ahead.
The meeting on Tuesday was delayed as differences emerged between the farmers' leaders over the venue.
According to sources, the meeting slated for 7 p.m. at Amit Shah's residence could not take place as farmers' leaders, save Rakesh Tikait of the BKU, did not reach there.
Later, sources within the farmers' unions said that the leaders did not want to go to the Home Minister's residence and sought another venue, after which they were asked to move to the PUSA Institute.
The farmers, before heading for the meeting, claimed that the nationwide Bharat Bandh called by them on Tuesday was successful and the people supported their cause even as the shutdown evoked a mixed response across the country.
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