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February 12: Workers and Farmers Forge a Historic Axis of Resistance Across India
For observers of general strikes and journalists covering trade unions and farmer movements, the February 12 General Strike did not unfold as a routine ritual. It unfolded as a...
Another death by suicide at Tikri border, death toll reaches 214
According to Human Cost of Farmers Protest blog, 13 people have died by suicide as of February 7, 2021 while participating in the national struggle.
Allow peaceful protest by farmers: US Congress to India
Members of the India caucus also raised concerns about internet shutdowns
10 clicks that showcase a peaceful chakka jam!
SabrangIndia sifted through hundreds of photos to bring you top 10 images that captured the essence of the protest
Farmers’ ‘chakka jam’ protest remains peaceful
Despite frequent detentions reported over the course of the day, farmers across India rejoiced in the grand success of their first peaceful protest after the Republic Day parade.
Preventive arrests in Delhi prior to chakka jam
Delhi’s Trade Union leaders have been put under preventive arrest hours before the nationwide road blockade. Sources say police cited today’s public meeting as one of the reasons for the detainment.
‘Chakka jam’ protest: Farmers say Delhi won’t be impacted, high security in place
Emergency, essential services will not be stopped; organisers tell participants not to "engage in any confrontation with anyone"
If the gov’t wants a resolution, it should repeal laws: CCG
Formers IPS, IAS officers voice concerns about the series of events unfolding against farmers at Delhi borders since Republic Day
Listen to the lament of the landless-farm labourer!
A history of discrimination cannot be brushed under the carpet, and concerns of oppressed agricultural labourers must be addressed
Farmer focussed Mahapanchayats getting massive response in UP as well
Section 144 made no difference to thousands of farmers who gathered for Mahapanchayat in Shamli on Friday
Farmers’ agitation: Students miss online classes due to internet suspensions
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