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Farmers' Protest, the Human metapneumovirus, and India-Maldives relations

Jan 8, 2025
Kanchan Vasdev, a reporter for The Indian Express, discusses the ongoing farmers' protests at the Khanauri and Shambhu border, focusing on their demands and refusal to engage with the Supreme Court's committee. The conversation shifts to the Human metapneumovirus, with insights on its symptoms and rising cases in India, particularly affecting vulnerable populations. Lastly, the podcast dives into the Maldives' defense minister Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon's visit to India, aiming to strengthen military ties and improve diplomatic relations.
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  • The ongoing farmers' protest in India emphasizes demands for MSP guarantees and justice for victims while rejecting a Supreme Court committee's engagement.
  • The Maldives' defense minister's visit to India marks a strategic move to strengthen military ties amid improved diplomatic relations.

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Farmers' Protest and Demands

The ongoing farmers’ protest in India highlights key demands for minimum support pricing and the reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act. As the protest enters its 43rd day, Samyukta Kisan Morcha leader Jagjit Singh Dalewal's fast underscores the emotional stakes involved. Farmers are calling for a guarantee on MSP for all crops, debt waivers, justice for victims of past violence, and compensation for those who died during protests. However, the farmers' organizations have refused to engage with a Supreme Court-established committee, claiming it does not address their concerns.

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