Parminder Singh Bhamba

A Wake-Up Call for India's Agricultural Future  India’s recent decision to waive import duties on American cotton may appear to benefit the textile industry,  but it casts a long shadow over the future of Indian farmers. By allowing cheaper foreign cotton to flood the domestic market,  the government risks destabilizing local prices and undermining the livelihoods of millions who depend on cotton cultivation.  These farmers, already burdened by rising input costs and unpredictable climate conditions, now face the added threat of being priced out of their own markets.  While textile exporters are shielded from U.S. tariffs, no parallel support has been extended to the producers of cotton themselves.  This imbalance reflects a troubling disconnect between trade policy and agricultural reality.  If India continues to prioritize short-term industrial gains over long-term rural sustainability,  it may erode the very foundation of its agrarian economy. ...

  🌾 India’s agricultural backbone—Punjab and Haryana—has long been celebrated for feeding the nation. Together, these two states contribute over **75% of the wheat** and nearly **30% of the rice** procured for the central food distribution system. But a new policy is stirring controversy: the **Land Pooling Policy**, aimed at urban expansion, is being seen by many as a direct threat to the country’s food security.   What Is Land Pooling? Land pooling is a development strategy where landowners voluntarily contribute their land to a government authority. In return, they receive a portion of the developed land—typically residential and commercial plots. The idea is to enable **planned urban growth** without resorting to forced land acquisition. In Punjab, the government plans to pool over **65,000 acres** across 21 cities, starting with Ludhiana. Landowners are promised: - **1,000 sq. yards of residential land** - **200 sq. yards of commercial land** for every acre pooled. And i...

Bhagwant Singh Bhamba: A Legacy of Grassroots Leadership and Village Transformation Bhagwant Singh Bhamba, son of Shri Aroor Singh Bhamba, stands as a revered figure in the socio-political history of Karnal and its surrounding regions. Throughout his public journey, he has been widely recognized for his unwavering commitment to the development of Nissing village and the upliftment of marginalized communities. Whether through his roles in political organizations or as a dedicated sarpanch, chairman of the Block Samiti Nissing, and vice chairman of Zila Parishad Karnal, Bhamba Ji consistently championed progress that directly touched the lives of the people. One of his most remarkable achievements was the complete transformation of Nissing village during his tenure. He initiated the construction of roads connecting remote areas, brought in essential infrastructure such as a bus stand and an Industrial Training Institute (ITI), and oversaw the development of a large school building and an...

  Across the arc of history, cities have emerged not just as places to live, but as living reflections of power, culture, and progress. These urban giants have shaped empires, inspired revolutions, and sheltered the souls of civilizations. From mud-brick beginnings in ancient Mesopotamia to the skyscraping metropolises of the modern era, every city that ruled had a story—and together, they map the evolution of humanity. In the ancient world, cities like Uruk, Harappa, and Thebes were more than early population centers; they were marvels of ingenuity. Uruk introduced written language and centralized rule around 3000 BCE. Harappa, deep in the Indus Valley, boasted advanced sanitation and street planning that modern engineers still admire. In Egypt, Thebes stood as a religious and political powerhouse under the pharaohs, while Persepolis in Persia glimmered with royal ceremony and imperial pride. Meanwhile, Taxila and Athens became intellectual meccas—one rooted in Buddhism and scienc...

  ਭਾਰਤ ਦੀ ਖੇਤੀ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਧੰਦਾ ਨਹੀਂ, ਇਹ ਪਰੰਪਰਾ, ਧਰਤੀ ਨਾਲ ਪ੍ਰੇਮ ਤੇ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਜਿੰਦਗੀ ਹੈ। ਸਾਡਾ ਕਿਸਾਨ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਕਰਦਾ, ਮਾਟੀ ਨੂੰ ਸਾਂਭਦਾ, ਤੇ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ ਦੀ ਖੁਰਾਕ ਸੱਜਾ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਪਰ ਹੁਣ ਇੱਕ ਚੁੱਪ ਚਾਪ ਆ ਰਹੀ ਖਤਰਨਾਕ ਲਹਿਰ—ਅਮਰੀਕਾ ਦੇ ਵਪਾਰਿਕ ਦਬਾਅ ਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ। ਅਮਰੀਕਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਭਾਰਤ GM (ਜੈਵਿਕ ਤੌਰ 'ਤੇ ਸੋਧਿਆ ਹੋਇਆ) ਮਕਈ ਅਤੇ ਸੋਯਾਬੀਨ ਆਸਾਨੀ ਨਾਲ Import ਕਰਨ ਦੇ ਰਸਤੇ ਖੋਲ੍ਹੇ। ਇਹ ਫਸਲਾਂ ਲੈਬ ਵਿਚ ਤਿਆਰ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ ਜਾਂਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ ਤੇ ਇਹਨਾਂ ਦੇ ਬਾਰੇ ਅਜੇ ਤੱਕ ਸਿਹਤ ਤੇ ਵਾਤਾਵਰਣ ਸਬੰਧੀ ਪੂਰੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਨਹੀਂ। ਜੇ ਇਹ ਆਏ, ਤਾਂ ਸਾਡੀਆਂ ਦੇਸੀ ਬੀਜਾਂ ਦੀ ਸਾਂਭ ਗੁਆਚ ਜਾਵੇਗੀ, ਮਿਠੀ ਵਿੱਚ GM ਬੀਜ ਮਿਲ ਜਾਣਗੇ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਮੁਕਤ ਹੋਣਾ ਮੁਸ਼ਕਲ ਹੋ ਜਾਵੇਗਾ। ਇਹ GM ਬੀਜ ਵੱਡੀਆਂ ਕੰਪਨੀਆਂ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਪੇਟੈਂਟ ਕੀਤੇ ਹੁੰਦੇ ਹਨ। ਕਿਸਾਨ ਨਵੇਂ ਸੀਜ਼ਨ ਲਈ ਆਪਣੇ ਬੀਜ ਨਹੀਂ ਰੱਖ ਸਕਦੇ। ਉਹ ਹਰ ਵਾਰੀ ਬੀਜ ਖਰੀਦਣ ਲਈ ਮਜਬੂਰ ਹੋ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ। ਇਹ ਕਿਸਾਨ ਦੀ ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ 'ਤੇ ਇੱਕ ਸੀਧਾ ਹਮਲਾ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਸਿਹਤ ਦੇ ਨਜ਼ਰੀਏ ਨਾਲ ਵੀ ਇਹ ਫਸਲਾਂ ਖਤਰਨਾਕ ਮੰਨੀਆਂ ਜਾਂਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ। ਕੁਝ ਰਿਸਰਚਾਂ ਇਹਨਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਐਲਰਜੀ, ਹਾਰਮੋਨਲ ਰੁਕਾਵਟਾਂ ਜਾਂ ਪਚਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਗੜਬੜ ਨਾਲ ਜੋੜਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ। ਅਜੇ ਤਕ ਸਪਸ਼ਟ ਸਾਬਤ ਨਾ ਹੋਣ ਦੇ ਬਾਵਜੂਦ, 140 ਕਰੋੜ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਸਿਹਤ ਲਈ ਜੋਖਮ ਲੈਣਾ ਸਹੀ ਨਹੀਂ। ਭਾਰਤ ਦੀ ਖੇਤੀ ਧਾਰਮਿਕਤਾ, ਰਿਵਾ...

India’s farming heritage is rich with tradition, community spirit, and generations of wisdom. Our farmers don’t just grow crops—they nurture the land, preserve native seeds, and sustain village economies. But today, the quiet pressure from powerful trade deals threatens to rewrite this story. The United States, with its vast industrial farms and genetically modified crops, wants free access to India’s agricultural market. If this happens, the consequences could be severe—not just for farmers, but for the health of our people and the stability of our economy. American agriculture runs on enormous government support. Their farmers receive huge subsidies, often tens of thousands of rupees every year, making it easier for them to grow and export crops at very low prices. These exports include genetically modified (GM) maize and soybean—foods that India has long been cautious about due to health concerns, environmental risks, and lack of clear long-term studies. If such crops are allowed in...

क्यों सरकार किसानों के खिलाफ और कॉरपोरेट्स के पक्ष में है? 1. बजट में कृषि को कम जगह सरकार अपना अधिकांश बजट उद्योग और सरकारी कर्मचारियों पर खर्च करती है।   कृषि का हिस्सा बजट का सिर्फ 3–4% रहता है।    इससे किसानों को जरूरी सुविधाएँ और निवेश नहीं मिल पाते हैं।   2. MSP की गारंटी नहीं किसान चाहते हैं कि न्यूनतम समर्थन मूल्य (MSP) कानूनबद्ध हो।   लेकिन बजट में MSP को कानूनी दर्जा नहीं मिला।   बिना MSP की गारंटी किसान मजबूरी में कम दाम पर बेचते हैं।   3. कॉरपोरेट्स के लिए ऋणमाफी, किसानों के लिए नहीं पिछले दो साल में बैंकों ने बड़े कॉरपोरेट्स के मल्टीक्रोर कर्ज माफ किए।   वहीं किसानों के ऋणमाफी के बड़े पैकेज नहीं आए।   इससे लगता है कि उद्योगपतियों को प्राथमिकता मिल रही है।   4. किसान मंडियों के खिलाफ़ है सरकार  सरकार ने कृषि बाज़ारों का पूरी तरह निजीकरण करने की कोशिश की है।  जिसका फ़ायदा बड़ी साथियों को जादा है  बड़ी कंपनियाँ खरीद, भंडारण और एक्सपोर्ट आसानी से कर सकेंगी।   जिस्स...

  🦁 Remembering Maharaja Ranjit Singh: The Lion of Punjab Whose Roar Still Echoes Through Time On this day, as the world marks the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780–1839), we remember more than a ruler—we remember a visionary leader, a secular statesman, and a symbol of unity. Nearly two centuries since his passing, the void he left behind remains palpable, especially in today’s divided world. --- 🌟 The Architect of a Harmonious Empire Maharaja Ranjit Singh was not just a conqueror of lands but a builder of harmony. Under his leadership, the Sikh Empire flourished—stretching from the Khyber Pass in the west to Tibet in the east. What truly set him apart was not just the vastness of his kingdom, but its moral and cultural fabric: - 🕌 Religious Tolerance: His court employed Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and even Europeans. He rebuilt sacred Hindu temples, protected Muslim mosques, and revered Sikh Gurudwaras equally. The Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) was gilded with gol...

India’s banking sector is facing an alarming issue—financial frauds costing the country an estimated **₹100 crore daily**. This crisis not only affects banks but also impacts the economy and public trust. Despite regulatory interventions, loopholes remain, allowing fraudsters to manipulate the system. In this blog, we’ll explore **the mechanisms behind these frauds, their economic impact, and p inotential solutions**. --- ## **1. Understanding the Scale of Bank Fraud in India** Between **2015 and 2022**, over **₹4.50 lakh crore** was lost to fraud, mainly involving loan defaults, cyber crimes, and corporate scams. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) tracks fraud cases meticulously, but detection and recovery remain sluggish. The financial ecosystem—both private and public banks—has witnessed prominent scandals, leading to stringent regulatory measures. ### **Key Statistics** - **Maharashtra accounts for nearly 50%** of total fraud losses. - Fraudulent activities are **most prevalent in cor...

The conflict between Iran and Israel escalated recently, with Israel striking Iran's nuclear and military sites on June 13, 2025, and Iran retaliating with missile and drone attacks on June 14, 2025. It seems likely that Israel's actions were driven by concerns over Iran's nuclear program, while Iran's response aimed to defend its sovereignty. The situation is ongoing, with both sides reporting casualties and taking defensive measures, and there's a risk it could lead to a wider conflict, though it's unclear how far it will escalate. Research suggests this could potentially involve other regional powers, but the outcome remains uncertain. Background and Causes: The clash started when Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion" on June 13, 2025, targeting Iran's nuclear facilities and military sites. Israel claimed this was necessary due to Iran's advancing nuclear capabilities, which they saw as a threat to their survival, given Iran's histo...