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The Modi government’s promise to double farmers’ income remains unfulfilled. The daily wage of a male farm worker was Rs 241.81 in February 2016 (when the policy was formulated) but is expected to rise to Rs 381.21 by February 2024 (the latest data available), an increase of 57.6 percent.Besides real wages and inflation, there are concerns about the unresolved debt problem of farmers. Economists working in the government and financial markets have a very different view of the economic realities in rural areas and their expectations of the government. The Federal Government was touting itself for its high GDP growth…

Story Link WALNUT, Calif. – June 12 – The U.S. Men’s National Team won the first game of a two-game series against Montenegro, 16-11, on Wednesday night. Hannes Daube He scored four goals for the U.S. national team. Alex Obert and Ryder Dodd I added three of each. Drew Holland He made six saves inside the cage. Team USA and Montenegro will meet again on Friday night at 9pm ET/6pm PST at UC San Diego. Live streaming is available on Overnght with live stats from 6-8 Sports.The match between the USA and Montenegro was closely fought throughout.…

Washington’s latest sanctions announcement came as U.S. President Joe Biden is attending the G7 summit in Italy.The United States imposed new sanctions on more than 300 individuals and companies it said were supporting Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine, including entities in China, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Wednesday that the measures were aimed at targeting Moscow’s remaining means of obtaining supplies and equipment needed to continue the war. “We are increasing risk to financial institutions involved in Russia’s war economy, eliminating avenues for tax evasion, and reducing Russia’s ability to benefit…

During arguments that lasted more than an hour, the Planning Commission rejected Smith Entertainment Group’s proposed zoning change. (Smith Entertainment Group) Site plan for the proposed Downtown Sports and Entertainment District. | June 13, 2024 5:12 AM | Updated: 05:20 AMConstruction of a downtown sports district proposed by professional sports mogul Ryan Smith is moving too fast and should not receive special treatment given the Legislature’s priorities, members of the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Planning Commission said late Wednesday.Planning commissioners voted unanimously to send a negative recommendation to the City Council on a request for a zoning amendment that would…

Down icon An icon in the shape of a downward angle. Large quantities of Chinese-made automobiles and construction machinery are gathered at Yantai Port, waiting to be loaded for export. Cost Photo/Noor Photo/Getty Images China, the world’s factory, is known for producing affordable goods quickly.But Chinese EV makers shouldn’t take advantage of their price advantage in the long term, Bain consultants said.In a move to protect the European economy, the EU plans to impose tariffs of up to 48.1% on EV imports from China next month. Over the past 40 years, China has served as the world’s factory and established…

Updated June 13, 2024, 10:42 ISTBritain’s 2024 general election will involve the dissolution of Parliament, followed by six weeks of campaigning, voter registration until June 18, and voting on July 4. The election result will determine the majority of seats in Parliament and the election of a prime minister, who will shape policy on issues such as the economy and health. The UK is preparing for a general election scheduled for July 4th. 2024Political parties and voters alike are gearing up for an event that will undoubtedly shape the political trajectory of the country. Election Procedures:1. Dissolution of Parliament:Parliament will…

Corey Seager hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning to start the home run rush. (Wally Scalisi/Los Angeles Times)Dodgers fans cheered when they saw Corey Seager in the dugout for the first time this week.When Dodgers fans saw Seager on the field for the first time this week, they had no choice but to boo.In his first game as a visiting player at Dodger Stadium, Seager led the Texas Rangers to a 3-2 victory with a three-run homer in the fifth inning off Walker Buehler, three years after leaving the team that drafted him and earned him his first…

As Mohammed Amir walks near the border, he hears a man yell the word “fixer.”© X (Twitter) Pakistan fast bowler Mohammed Amir’s career has been marked by controversy, including his involvement in the match-fixing scandal in England in 2010. Though Amir has already paid the price for his mistake and received a five-year ban from the ICC, fans don’t seem to have forgotten the incident. The veteran fast bowler’s integrity has often been questioned by former players and fans of the Pakistan cricket team. That being said, during the ongoing T20 World Cup in the Americas, a fan…

Updated June 13, 2024, 10:23 ISTThe 2019 UK general election saw Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party win a landslide victory with 365 seats, while the Labour Party faced a defeat at the hands of Jeremy Corbyn. The election, which highlighted tensions over Brexit, changed the face of British politics, with the SNP gaining strength in Scotland and the Liberal Democrats challenging it. A historic opinion poll in December showed a slight decline in voter turnout. Prime Minister Boris Johnson celebrates the Conservative Party’s victory in the 2019 UK general election.In December 2019, the UK held a fierce general election that changed…

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The Houthis have voiced their support for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.Article informationauthor, George Wrightrole, BBC NewsJune 12, 2024Updated 6 hours agoThe U.S. military said a Greek-owned ship was hit in the Red Sea by an unmanned surface vessel launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, causing severe flooding and damage to its engine room.The Royal Navy’s UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said it had received reports on Wednesday that the vessel’s stern had been shot at while at sea about 66 nautical miles southwest of the rebel-held port of Hodeidah in Yemen.UKMTO said the vessel…