Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

20 Oct

Haryana Hikes Sugarcane Price by ₹15 Per Quintal, Farmers Receive a ‘Special Diwali Gift’: Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Minister hails CM Nayab Singh Saini’s farmer-friendly decision; says, “This Diwali, our farmers will celebrate with prosperity.”Chandigarh, October 19 — Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Saturday hailed Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s decision to increase sugarcane prices by ₹15 per quintal, calling it a “Diwali gift” for the state’s cane farmers.Under the new rates, the price of the early variety of sugarcane has been raised from ₹400 to ₹415 per quintal, while the late variety rate has increased from ₹393 to ₹408 per quintal. With this revision, Haryana has become the state offering the highest…

20 Oct

Union Minister Manohar Lal Celebrates Diwali with the Needy at Bandhwari’s The Earth Saviours Foundation

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Says spreading light in the lives of others is the true essence of DiwaliChandigarh, October 19 — Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, celebrated Diwali with underprivileged residents at The Earth Saviours Foundation in Bandhwari, Gurugram, on Sunday. He spent time with senior citizens, differently-abled persons, and mentally challenged individuals residing at the shelter home.The minister performed prayers at the temple within the premises and distributed sweets, prasad, and gifts among the residents. Lighting lamps in the ashram courtyard, he said the true spirit of Diwali is realized only when we bring light into the…

19 Oct

Haryana Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi Extends Festive Greetings, Calls for Social Harmony and Environmental Awareness

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Chandigarh, October 19: Haryana’s Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Krishan Kumar Bedi, extended warm greetings to all citizens, especially members of the weaker sections, Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, and senior citizens, on the auspicious occasions of Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Vishwakarma Day, and Bhai Dooj.In his message, Bedi said that Diwali symbolizes light, prosperity, and happiness, inspiring people to strengthen bonds of love, cooperation, and harmony. Govardhan Puja, he noted, reminds humanity of its reverence for nature and the importance of environmental protection. Vishwakarma Day, he added, is a moment to honor the relentless efforts of artisans and workers, while…

19 Oct

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Extends Festive Greetings, Thanks Citizens for Trust and Support

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Chandigarh, October 19: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini extended heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on the joyous occasions of Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Vishwakarma Day, and Bhai Dooj. He also expressed gratitude to the citizens for their unwavering trust and support as the Haryana government completed one year of its third term.In his message, CM Saini said that Diwali symbolizes light, prosperity, and harmony, reflecting the essence of India’s rich cultural heritage. He added that festivals strengthen the spirit of love, cooperation, and unity among people. Govardhan Puja, he noted, reminds us of gratitude towards nature and…

19 Oct

Haryana-Origin Youth Officers Meet CM Nayab Singh Saini on Diwali, Discuss Development and Governance

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Chandigarh, October 19: On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met with young officers of Haryana origin serving across various national services, along with social workers, at his Chandigarh residence, Sant Kabir Kutir.The delegation extended heartfelt Diwali greetings to the Chief Minister and lauded his leadership in driving the state toward continuous growth and good governance. CM Saini reciprocated the wishes and said the festival of lights symbolizes truth, service, and the victory of righteousness. He urged the youth to play an active role in the nation’s development and societal transformation.Highlighting the achievements of Haryana’s…

18 Oct

Former DGP Rajinder Singh at Hackers Meetup: “Digital Awareness is the Strongest Weapon Against Cyber Threats”

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Chandigarh, October 18: Over a hundred ethical hackers, cybersecurity professionals, and students came together at “Hackers Meetup 2025” on Saturday evening at Kisan Bhawan to engage in an open discussion on cyber safety and digital responsibility. The two-hour event saw vibrant exchanges on the growing challenges of online security in an increasingly digital world. Former DGP Rajinder Singh, the chief guest at the event, addressed the young participants, saying, “We live in a digital age, but without digital security, freedom is incomplete. The knowledge of hacking is valuable only when it’s used to safeguard society.”Organizer Harinder explained that the goal…

18 Oct

Manohar Lal Announces Two-Month National Unity Celebrations Across Cities and Villages till December 31

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Chandigarh, October 18: Union Minister for Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal announced that a series of programs will be held across the country to strengthen national unity in honor of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary. The celebrations will begin on October 31, observed as National Unity Day, and continue till December 31 with diverse events in both urban and rural areas.Addressing a press conference at the Karnal Karnkamal office on Saturday, the Union Minister said that padayatras will be organized in villages and cities on October 25, 26, and 27, covering a distance of 8 to 10 kilometers.…

18 Oct

Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana Emphasizes Boosting Sugarcane Production through Modern Technology

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Chandigarh, October 18: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana urged officials to focus on increasing sugarcane production and raising awareness among farmers about using modern techniques for sowing. He also directed that cooperative sugar mills be equipped with advanced machinery to enhance recovery rates and reduce losses.Rana gave these directions while presiding over a meeting of the Sugarcane Control Board in Chandigarh. Haryana Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma also joined the meeting through video conferencing.The minister announced that sugarcane varieties released by the Central Variety Release Committee for the north-western region will be automatically recognized by the…

18 Oct

Haryana Government to Extend Full Support for Human Rights Protection and Promotion: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh, October 18, 2025 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini assured that the state government will provide full cooperation to the Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) for the protection and promotion of human rights across the state.The assurance came during a courtesy meeting between Chief Minister Saini and Justice Lalit Batra, Chairperson of the Haryana Human Rights Commission, who presented the commission’s Annual Report for 2024–25. Commission members Kuldeep Jain and Deep Bhatia also accompanied him. The delegation felicitated the Chief Minister with a bouquet and a shawl.Appreciating the commission’s efforts to ensure timely justice, the Chief Minister discussed…

17 Oct

Haryana Govt Transfers ₹5,932 Crore Directly to Farmers’ Accounts During Kharif Procurement

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Chandigarh, October 17, 2025 — During the Kharif procurement season 2025-26, the Haryana government has directly transferred ₹5,932.47 crore to farmers’ bank accounts, ensuring timely payment at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).A total of 35,34,452 metric tons of paddy has been procured so far from state mandis. Procurement has been conducted from 2,02,812 farmers registered on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ portal, which helps in maintaining transparency and efficiency in payments.A spokesperson from the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department said that all district mandis are operating smoothly under the supervision of Haryana State Cooperative Supply and Marketing Federation…