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As mining lobby “hijacks” Ajmer public hearing, “tokenism” on Aravallis condemned

The People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Rajasthan has raised serious questions on the tokenisms behind the recent public hearings on the Aravallis, and condemned the “hijacking” of the process by the “mining lobby”

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

Internet suspensions have left students helpless, especially as examinations are approaching

Youths, women, workers and farmers prepare for Feb 6 ‘chakka jam’

According to farmer leaders, nearly a thousand solidarity protests will be observed on Saturday from Kerala alone. Other states plan blockades between 12 PM to 3 PM.

Punjab lawyers set up help desk at Delhi protest sites

Internet black out continues at farmers’ protest sites, doesn't deter protesters or lawyers assisting them

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