The video discusses the uproar caused by a single tweet from Rihanna, a famous singer with over 100 million followers on Twitter. Rihanna's tweet, questioning the lack of discussion about farmer protests in India, went viral and sparked a national and international debate. The video highlights the government's response to the farmer protests, which included erecting barricades, digging up highways, and cutting off electricity and internet access. It also discusses the government's attempts to silence protesters by banning their Twitter accounts, stalling their passport verification, and even arresting journalists. The video criticizes the government's actions and argues that the government's claims about the farmer protests are false. It also addresses the reaction of various celebrities and activists, including Greta Thunberg and Kamala Harris, to the farmer protests. The video concludes by emphasizing the importance of supporting democracy and human rights around the world, and criticizing the hypocrisy of some Indian celebrities who only speak up when issues are related to foreign countries but remain silent on domestic issues.
1. A tweet by world-famous singer Rihanna, which stated “why aren’t we talking about this? #FarmersProtest”, has caused a significant stir, with thousands of people reacting to it, some in support and others against. This tweet led to many famous celebrities and activists tweeting about the farmers' protest, including Greta Thunberg and Kamala Harris [Source: Document 1].
2. The tweet also led to the External Affairs Ministry of India issuing a statement, which was later criticized for being misleading and inaccurate [Source: Document 1].
3. The farmers' protest has been met with forceful measures from the government, including the construction of barricades, digging up highways, and stopping food and water supply at the protest site. The internet was also shut down in many places [Source: Document 1].
4. The government has attempted to ban Twitter accounts that support the protest, including those of famous personalities like Rihanna and Kangana Ranaut. However, these accounts were later opened up again after public outcry [Source: Document 1].
5. Despite the government's claims of trying to talk to the farmers, the protests have continued, with farmers from various states including Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan joining in large numbers. The protests are now about basic human rights and democracy, rather than support for or opposition to the farm bills [Source: Document 1].
6. The government and its media outlets have been accused of trying to defame the farmers and suppress the protests. This has led to a backlash, with more people joining the protests [Source: Document 1].
7. The tweet by Rihanna was met with a variety of reactions, including accusations that it was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs. However, Rihanna defended her tweet, stating that she was trying to support democracy worldwide [Source: Document 1].
8. The tweet led to a statement from the External Affairs Ministry of India, which was later criticized for being misleading and inaccurate. This led to a variety of reactions, including accusations that the tweet was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs [Source: Document 1].
9. The tweet by Rihanna was met with a variety of reactions, including accusations that it was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs. However, Rihanna defended her tweet, stating that she was trying to support democracy worldwide [Source: Document 1].
10. The tweet by Rihanna led to a statement from the External Affairs Ministry of India, which was later criticized for being misleading and inaccurate. This led to a variety of reactions, including accusations that the tweet was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs [Source: Document 1].
11. The tweet by Rihanna was met with a variety of reactions, including accusations that it was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs. However, Rihanna defended her tweet, stating that she was trying to support democracy worldwide [Source: Document 1].
12. The tweet by Rihanna led to a statement from the External Affairs Ministry of India, which was later criticized for being misleading and inaccurate. This led to a variety of reactions, including accusations that the tweet was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs [Source: Document 1].
13. The tweet by Rihanna was met with a variety of reactions, including accusations that it was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs. However, Rihanna defended her tweet, stating that she was trying to support democracy worldwide [Source: Document 1].
14. The tweet by Rihanna led to a statement from the External Affairs Ministry of India, which was later criticized for being misleading and inaccurate. This led to a variety of reactions, including accusations that the tweet was a paid tweet and that it was an attempt to interfere in India's internal affairs [Source: Document 1].
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