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Farmers Protest News LIVE: Government trying to improve life of farmers, says PM Modi

Govt is trying to improve life of farmers and alleged opposition is spreading misinformation on farm laws, says PM.

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06:55 AM

Government trying to improve life of farmers: PM Modi

  • Those who enacted laws to permit foreign companies in India are scaring farmers with tales about Indian companies.
  • Their lies and propaganda have been exposed, PM said.
  • Modi said that after the enactment of the new farm laws, paddy procurement in UP had doubled, compared to last year.
  • Agricultural reforms will benefit small and marginal farmers; positive feedback was coming in from across the country, he said.
06:53 AM

Farmers pay floral tribute to farmer leader Chhotu Ram gave roses to commuters at Shambhu border

06:53 AM

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06:52 AM

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06:52 AM

Giriraj Singh slams Rahul Gandhi for extending support to Disha Ravi

"I want to ask Rahul Gandhi and the Opposition, will they decide the course of law? If they are in support of Disha because she is 21-year-old, they should tell whether we should punish Nirbhaya convict or not. Kasab was a terrorist from Pakistan. Shouldn't Kasab be hanged to death because of his age?" Giriraj asked.
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