The BKU, an Uttar Pradesh-based organization founded by former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, is one of the larger farmer federations in the country. Tikait’s brother, Naresh Tikait, who serves as the National President of the BKU, has urged the government to engage in talks with the farmers, emphasizing the need to give respect to their demands.

Rakesh Tikait had previously called for a ‘Bharat Bandh’ on February 16 to press for farmers’ demands. In June of the previous year, he had also threatened a larger agitation than the ones against the now-repealed farm laws if the demand for a legal guarantee on minimum support prices was not addressed.

The recent violence at the Punjab-Haryana border marked the first signs of escalation, with tear gas fired at the farmers as they began their push towards Delhi. Approximately two dozen shells were fired, despite no immediate signs of provocation. The situation adds to the challenges faced by the government, scrambling to contain protests that have erupted just weeks before a general election.

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The initiative was prompted by the high court’s directive in May 2022, instructing various Delhi corporations and land-owning agencies to establish a tree diseases surgery unit, acquire tree ambulances, and assign specialized arborists for tree care. While the ambulances have been deployed, the establishment of the surgery unit is still pending.

Tree ambulances respond to complaints about pest-infested, hollow, or drying trees. The surgery process involves a meticulous two-to-three-year procedure, including removing infected or hollowed parts, cleaning, washing, and applying insecticides. The hollowed-out sections are filled with inert foam, covered with chicken mesh, and layered with plaster of Paris and cement for weather resistance.

This forward-looking approach aligns with the Greening Guidelines of 2000, emphasizing the need for corporations and land-owning agencies to have both a tree diseases surgery unit and a tree ambulance. The MCD’s expansion of its fleet reflects a commitment to preserving and rejuvenating the city’s greenery. 🌳🚑 #TreeAmbulance #GreenInitiative #DelhiEnvironment

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India registered 4,45,256 cases of crimes against women in 2022, translating to an alarming rate of 51 FIRs per hour. The majority of offenses under the Indian Penal Code were related to cruelty by the husband or his relatives (31.4 percent), followed by kidnapping and abduction of women (19.2 percent), assault with intent to outrage modesty (18.7 percent), and rape (7.1 percent).

The NCRB highlighted that the increase in the rate of FIRs doesn’t necessarily indicate a rise in actual crimes but may signify more people coming forward to report incidents. The bureau also noted that certain citizen-centric police initiatives, such as the launch of e-FIR facilities or women helpdesks, could contribute to changes in crime reporting numbers. The NCRB emphasized the need for a professional investigation into underlying factors to address local community issues effectively.

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According to Delhi Police, the fatal altercation between the two teenagers erupted over a dispute regarding money for biryani. The accused, who reportedly had no prior acquaintance with the victim, approached him and demanded money for biryani. When the 17-year-old refused to comply, the accused strangled him until he lost consciousness. Subsequently, he retrieved a small knife from his pocket and brutally stabbed the victim 55 times, resulting in his tragic death.

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The 2.50-minute CCTV footage also captures the assailant threatening others in the vicinity. In a disturbing display, he is seen breaking into a dance after the frenzied stabbing incident.

An investigator involved in the case shared with news agency PTI, “We were also taken aback… the accused, after the entire act, holds the lifeless body by the hair and drags him back to the same narrow area. He robbed ₹350 from the victim and fled. We have already apprehended the accused, who had confessed, and the weapon of murder has been recovered.” The article concludes on the grim note that this heinous crime has not only shocked the local community but has also led to the apprehension of the accused, who has confessed to the crime, and recovery of the murder weapon.

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External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said that the Indian government has sought a response from Canada. We have asked how Khalistan supporters reached our diplomatic missions and consulates despite police presence. We hope that the Government of Canada will take the necessary steps to protect our diplomats and missions.

India has reminded Canada of the Vienna Convention,
Bagchi said, adding that we have reminded the Government of Canada of its obligations under the Vienna Convention. We have asked them to arrest and prosecute those persons who are already involved in such activities. We expect the Government of Canada to live up to its responsibility.

The program was canceled on March 19.
In fact, on March 19, Khalistani supporters demonstrated outside the Indian mission in Canada. Due to which the Indian High Commission had to cancel one of its events. The event was organized at Surrey’s Taj Park Convention Center to honor Indian Ambassador to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma. An Indian-origin journalist was also attacked by Khalistan supporters during the protest.

Journalist misbehaved during protest in Washington
On the other hand, Indian journalist Lalit Jha, who was covering the pro-Khalistan demonstration in Washington, was also misbehaved on Saturday. Jha also shared a video of the entire incident on Twitter, in which Khalistan supporters are seen abusing the Indian government. Jha said that Khalistan supporters also hit him with two sticks on his left ear.

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