Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

31 Mar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah Unveils Grand Statue of Maharaja Agrasen at Agroha Medical College

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Chandigarh, March 31 – Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday unveiled a grand statue of Maharaja Agrasen at the Agroha Medical College campus in Hisar district. He also inaugurated a newly constructed ICU block and laid the foundation stone for a PG hostel. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present at the event.The newly installed statue of Maharaja Agrasen stands 20 feet tall, weighs 800 kilograms, and is made of fiberglass and mild steel. The project cost approximately Rs 2 crore. The statue is mounted on a 10-foot-high platform, enhancing its grandeur and visual appeal. Its unveiling…

30 Mar

Modern Sports Stadium to be Built in Ladwa: Chief Minister

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Chandigarh, March 30 - Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that an advanced sports stadium will be constructed in Dhanaura Jattan village, Ladwa constituency, Kurukshetra district, to train national and international-level athletes. Additionally, Rs 20 crore will be allocated under the CSR initiative for developing sports grounds in Dhanaura Jattan, Khaira, and Beed Kalwa villages. The Chief Minister made these announcements during a review meeting with officials in Ladwa regarding developmental projects. He directed authorities to expedite the construction of the modern sports stadium and complete all formalities swiftly. He also approved the construction of community centers in Ramsharan…

30 Mar

PM Modi’s Praise for Panipat’s Textile Industry Fills Haryana with Pride: Dr. Arvind Sharma

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Chandigarh, March 30, 2025 – Haryana’s Cooperatives, Prisons, Heritage, and Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma, joined villagers at booth number 136 in Juan village, Gohana Assembly, to listen to the 120th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Mann Ki Baat programme.Extending New Year greetings to the villagers, Dr. Sharma said the Prime Minister’s address always brings fresh perspectives and inspires people, especially the youth, to progress in life. He emphasized that each episode of Mann Ki Baat offers valuable lessons that motivate citizens across the country.Dr. Sharma highlighted that during the programme, PM Modi praised Panipat’s industrialists for efficiently utilizing…

30 Mar

Haryana’s Push for a Drug-Free Future: Chief Minister Flags Off Sonipat Half Marathon

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Sonipat, March 30, 2025 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the Sonipat Half Marathon at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology on Sunday, emphasizing the state's determined effort to combat drug abuse. Addressing the enthusiastic crowd, he stated that the primary objective of such events is to raise awareness against narcotics, ultimately aiming to make Haryana a drug-free state. He passionately called upon the entire society to unite in this crucial fight. The Chief Minister also extended his best wishes to the people of Haryana for the Navratri festival. "This marathon inspires us to walk together,…

29 Mar

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Honored by Saini Community in Rajasthan’s Chomu

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Chandigarh, March 29 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was honored by the Saini community in Chomu, Rajasthan, during a grand civic felicitation and Holi Milan ceremony. A large crowd gathered to welcome him with garlands and a shower of flowers. As a mark of respect, the community presented him with a traditional turban, shawl, and memento.Haryana-Rajasthan: A Historic Bond of BrotherhoodCM Saini expressed gratitude, stating that the honor belonged to the people. He assured them that he would uphold the trust and respect given to him. Highlighting the deep-rooted cultural and familial ties between Rajasthan and Haryana, he…

29 Mar

Haryana Health Minister Reviews Officials’ Meeting in Narnaul

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Chandigarh, March 29 – Haryana Health Minister Kumari Aarti Singh Rao reaffirmed the state government's commitment to providing better public services under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Speaking at an official meeting in Narnaul, she emphasized that the administration is working transparently and impartially to enhance healthcare and public welfare.Mahendragarh’s Achievement in TB EradicationRao congratulated the health department and district administration for successfully declaring 128 village panchayats in Mahendragarh TB-free. She expressed confidence that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a TB-free India by 2025 would be achieved ahead of schedule.Health and Infrastructure PrioritiesThe minister acknowledged significant…

27 Mar

Haryana CM Encourages Fair Land Rates for IMT Establishment

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Chandigarh, March 27 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has urged all MLAs to motivate farmers in their constituencies to demand fair land rates on the e-Bhoomi portal or offer their land under Land Pooling or Partnership policies for the development of Industrial Model Townships (IMTs). The government will provide both options to farmers to facilitate land acquisition without forced takeovers.Saini was responding to opposition concerns over IMT development during the state budget session. He confirmed that ten new IMTs would be developed across Haryana, with land demand registrations opening in early 2025-26. The specific locations will be determined…

26 Mar

Haryana Cracks Down on Illegal Travel Agents, Passes New Regulation Bill

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Chandigarh, March 26 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a strict crackdown on illegal travel agents sending youth abroad through fraudulent means. So far, 127 cases have been registered, 102 agents have faced action, and 8 have been arrested.Speaking in the ongoing budget session, the CM introduced the Haryana Travel Agents Registration and Regulation Bill, 2025, which was unanimously passed by the Assembly. This law aims to increase transparency, accountability, and curb exploitation by rogue travel agents.Tougher Penalties for Human TraffickingThe new bill includes provisions against human trafficking, imposing 7 to 10 years of imprisonment for offenders. The…

26 Mar

CM Nayab Singh Saini’s Wife Leads Women’s Empowerment Drive in Haryana

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Chandigarh, March 26 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s wife, Suman Saini, is actively supporting his efforts to empower women. In a unique initiative, the Haryana State Council for Child Welfare, under her leadership, hosted the Kamal Sakhi event at the CM’s official residence, Sant Kabir Kutir. The event brought together wives of ministers and MLAs to discuss ideas for women’s empowerment and strengthen the "One Party, One Family" ideology.Kamal Sakhi: Strengthening Family Bonds in PoliticsThe Kamal Sakhi platform was inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda to provide a space where families…

25 Mar

Haryana Cabinet Decisions: Hike in Law Commission Members’ Honorarium, Textile Policy Extended Till 2026

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Chandigarh, March 25, 2025: In a Cabinet meeting chaired by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the government approved an increase in the honorarium of part-time members of the Second Haryana State Law Commission from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 per month.Extension of Haryana Self-Reliant Textile PolicyThe Cabinet also extended the Haryana Self-Reliant Textile Policy 2022-25 until December 18, 2026, following its success and strong response from entrepreneurs across the state. Additionally, the government removed the cap on the number of cases eligible for the Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme for Textile Units.Initially, the policy aimed to attract ₹4,000 crore in investment and…