Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

18 Jun

Voter ID at Your Doorstep in Just 15 Days: Haryana Rolls Out New Delivery System

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Chandigarh, June 18, 2025 — In a voter-centric breakthrough, Haryana’s Chief Electoral Officer Pankaj Agarwal announced that newly registered or updated Voter ID cards will now be delivered straight to citizens' homes within 15 days through the postal department.This streamlined system follows a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) introduced by the Election Commission of India. It aims to simplify processes related to new voter registrations, corrections, and updates, making electoral services more accessible and efficient.What sets the new service apart is its transparency. Citizens will receive real-time SMS alerts at every step from application to dispatch allowing them to track…

18 Jun

Electric Buses, Mahabharat-Themed Gates, and Global Recognition: Kurukshetra’s Cultural Renaissance Underway

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Chandigarh, June 18 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to placing Kurukshetra on the global map as a centre of cultural and spiritual significance. Speaking at the 82nd meeting of the Kurukshetra Development Board (KDB), held under the chairmanship of Haryana Governor and KDB President Bandaru Dattatreya, Saini emphasized that the sacred land of Kurukshetra should visibly reflect its deep connection to the Mahabharata.The meeting, also attended by Cabinet Minister Vipul Goel, saw detailed discussions on the city’s all-round development, with several announcements aimed at enhancing its historical, religious, and tourism potential.Mahabharat-Inspired Urban…

17 Jun

India’s Largest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal Inaugurated in Gurugram

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Gurugram, June 17 — In a landmark development for India's logistics and industrial infrastructure, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw jointly inaugurated the country’s largest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at the Maruti Suzuki plant in IMT Manesar, Gurugram. The terminal has been developed under the ambitious PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, which envisions building a world-class logistics network across the nation.Built at a cost of ₹11,709 crore, the project is a collaborative effort with Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HRIDC) holding a 55.4% stake, HSIIDC with 19%, and the Gurugram Metropolitan…

16 Jun

CM Nayab Singh Saini Calls Mayors the “Charioteers” of Urban Development at National Meet in Panchkula

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Chandigarh, June 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini lauded mayors as the driving force behind urban transformation, calling them “the charioteers of city development” during the 115th meeting of the All India Mayor’s Executive Council in Panchkula. He emphasized that mayors are not just ceremonial heads but play a direct and dynamic role in translating policies into real change on the ground.CM Saini praised the unique structure in Haryana where mayors are directly elected and empowered with executive authority, fostering stronger accountability and citizen engagement. “Urban governance is the backbone of responsive administration,” he said, urging mayors to…

16 Jun

‘One Nation, One Election’ Will Redefine Democracy, Says Haryana CM Nayab Saini

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Chandigarh, June 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reiterated the state government's principled support for the "One Nation, One Election" initiative, calling it a visionary step toward a unified and efficient democracy. Speaking at a meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee in New Chandigarh on Sunday, CM Saini described the concept as more than a slogan it’s a national vision aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ideal of “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.”The Joint Parliamentary Committee, led by MP P.P. Chaudhary, is currently on a study tour examining the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territory Laws…

16 Jun

Haryana CM Saini Reviews ₹100-Crore Irrigation Projects, Orders Action Over Delays in Engineering Drawings

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Chandigarh, June 16 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday chaired a high-level review meeting of major irrigation and water resource projects, each valued at over ₹100 crore, under the state’s Irrigation and Water Resources Department. Stressing the urgency and significance of water conservation and improved irrigation efficiency, Saini directed strict action against officials responsible for delays in approving engineering drawings.He emphasized that unnecessary delays in technical approvals hinder timely project execution. “There will be zero tolerance for poor-quality work or procedural delays. Any official found responsible for holding up engineering approvals will face strict action,” he said.The…

16 Jun

The Tragic End of Haryanvi Model Sheetal, Found Dead in Sonipat Canal

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Sonipat (National Times): In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through Haryana's music and modeling industry, the life of rising Haryanvi star Sheetal, also known as Simmi Chaudhary, came to a tragic end. Her lifeless body was discovered in the cold waters of a canal in Kharkhoda, Sonipat, on Monday morning, just days after she had left for a shoot and never returned. She was only in her early twenties. A promising face in regional music videos. A young woman trying to carve out a life through art and ambition. But instead, her final chapter has been written in…

15 Jun

Haryana CM Nayab Saini Flags Off ‘Run for Yoga’ Marathon in Kurukshetra Ahead of International Yoga Day

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Kurukshetra (National Times): In the spirit of promoting health and wellness through yoga, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the ‘Run for Yoga’ marathon in Kurukshetra on Sunday. The event marked the beginning of a series of activities being held across the state in the run-up to the 11th International Day of Yoga, which will be celebrated globally on June 21. Encouraging the public to embrace yoga as a part of their daily lives, CM Saini said, “We should dedicate at least one hour every day for our physical and mental well-being. Yoga is not just an exercise…

14 Jun

CM Nayab Singh Saini Makes Surprise Stop at Village Jandli, Interacts Warmly with Locals

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Chandigarh, June 14 — On his way from Gorakhpur village in Fatehabad to Ludhiana, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini made an unscheduled stop at several villages, including Jandli Khurd, Chandrawal, Bhuna, Laheria, Tibbi, Kula, and Jakhal, to meet local residents and inquire about their well-being.The impromptu halt of the CM's convoy in village Jandli took the villagers by surprise, sparking a wave of excitement among the people who gathered to see him. Residents expressed admiration for Saini’s humble demeanor and simplicity. Youth from the village enthusiastically took selfies with the Chief Minister, calling the experience a rare and memorable…

14 Jun

CM Nayab Singh Saini Reaches Out to Industrialists in Ludhiana, Emphasizes Punjab-Haryana Cooperation for National Growth

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Ludhiana, June 14 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Punjab and Haryana can together contribute significantly to the vision of a developed India, urging closer cooperation between the two neighbouring states. He made the remarks while addressing industrialists and intellectuals at a gathering organised by the All Industrialist Society in Ludhiana, where he was welcomed with enthusiasm.Saini praised Punjab as a land of saints, warriors, and seers that has historically guided the country through its ideals and resilience. “The time has come for both Punjab and Haryana to strengthen their industrial partnership and work together toward India’s…