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Should I say I am not allowed to speak in Parliament because I am Dalit: Kharge

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge questions if caste should be dragged into every issue, amid a row over mimicry of Vice President Dhankhar.

The Hindu · Dec 20, 2023

Monsoon not the only factor plaguing onion farmers

For 3 yrs, onion growers in Karnataka have faced low returns due to unpredictable weather. This yr, 40% of farmers in Chitradurga decided not to grow onions. Govt's 40% duty on exports further discouraged farmers. To pacify farmers, govt announced record price of ₹2,410/quintal for onions. Farmers now await this…

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023

Buying onions might leave Bengaluru consumers teary-eyed unless weather plays nice

Tomato prices recently dropped, but onion prices may soon rise due to delayed monsoon in Karnataka. In APMC, prices have jumped 50-60% in 15 days, while retail markets have seen prices rise from ₹30 to ₹40-45 per kg. 40% of farmers in Chitradurga have decided not to grow onions due…

The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023