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...