Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

21 Apr

Demand rises in Haryana for strict anti-sacrilege law on Punjab model; HSGMC urges CM and Centre to act

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Balwinder Singh :- Following the implementation of a stringent law against sacrilege in Punjab, demand for a similar legal framework has intensified in neighbouring Haryana. Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (HSGMC) President Jagdish Singh Jhinda has written to the Chief Minister of Haryana and the Union Government, urging them to introduce a strict anti-sacrilege law on the lines of Punjab. Punjab law said to have limited jurisdictionIn his letter, Jhinda stated that the newly enacted Punjab law remains confined within the territorial jurisdiction of the state. He emphasised that Haryana must also enact a comparable and stringent law to ensure…

20 Apr

Election Commission issues strict media guidelines for ongoing Assembly elections

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Chief Electoral Officer of Haryana, A. Shrinivas, announced on Monday, April 20, 2026, that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued comprehensive guidelines for media coverage during the ongoing General Assembly elections and various by-elections. These regulations, which apply to the high-stakes elections in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu, aim to balance transparent reporting with the absolute secrecy of the voting process. Under these rules, only authorized journalists possessing official authority letters will be granted access to polling and counting stations. To maintain order and security, authority letters will be issued by…

20 Apr

Haryana launches Mission Olympic 2036 to groom young athletes

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana has officially shifted its focus toward the 2036 Olympic Games with the launch of a long-term talent identification program titled "Mission Olympic 2036-Vijayibhav." Under this initiative, the state government aims to identify and nurture children in the 8 to 10-year age group, ensuring a steady pipeline of elite athletes for the next decade. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi chaired a high-level review meeting in Chandigarh on Monday, April 20, 2026, to assess the progress of this mission along with other key schemes related to education, nutrition, and higher education. To ensure equal opportunities across the state, the…

20 Apr

Haryana irrigation minister orders urgent flood prevention measures

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanacanal desilting monitoring, flood prevention tenders, Haryana flood management 2026, monsoon preparations Haryana, Shruti Choudhary irrigation minister

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhary held a high-level review meeting in Chandigarh on Monday, April 20, 2026, to oversee flood management preparations ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. The Minister issued strict directives to departmental officials to ensure all necessary precautions are finalized well in advance to prevent any potential waterlogging or flood-like situations across the state. To prevent delays in essential infrastructure work, the Minister ordered that all tenders related to flood management be invited within the current week. In a move to bolster transparency and accountability, she mandated that payments for any…

20 Apr

CM Nayab Saini approves power upgrades and Hisar manufacturing hub plans

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a meeting of the High-Power Purchase Committee (HPPC) in Chandigarh on Monday, April 20, 2026. During the session, the committee finalized two major agendas aimed at modernizing the state's electrical infrastructure and accelerating industrial development in Hisar. The meeting was attended by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel along with senior officials from various departments. The committee granted formal approval for the procurement of 41 SF6 gas circuit breakers for the 220 KV transformers of the Haryana Power Distribution Corporation. This procurement, estimated at approximately ₹918.4 lakh, is intended…

19 Apr

Spirit of Non-Violence More Relevant Today Than Ever: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAkshaya Tritiya, Cultural Heritage, Jainism, Karnal News, Nayab Singh Saini, Non-violence, Varshi Tap

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that the core tenet of Jainism, Ahimsa Parmo Dharma (Non-violence is the supreme duty), has become increasingly vital in a world currently grappling with conflict and unrest. Speaking as the chief guest at a religious assembly at the Shri Atma Manohar Jain Aradhana Mandir in Karnal, the Chief Minister extended his greetings for Akshaya Tritiya and the Varshi Tap Parana festival. He noted that the values of self-control and patience inherent in these traditions serve as a significant inspiration for the youth, guiding them toward personal growth and national progress.…

19 Apr

Haryana Chief Minister Saini Slams Opposition for Obstructing Women’s Empowerment

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has accused the opposition of creating hurdles in the path of women’s rights, specifically targeting the Congress for what he termed "hypocrisy" regarding female reservation. Addressing a press conference in Rohtak, the Chief Minister labelled the Congress and its alliance partners as "anti-women," stating that their recent actions in Parliament to block bills related to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam have exposed their true character. He was joined by West Delhi MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat and BJP State President Mohan Lal Kaushik during the session. Chief Minister Saini claimed that on April…

18 Apr

Haryana Election Commission enforces Property Defacement Act for 2026 civic polls

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana State Election Commissioner, Devinder Singh Kalyan, has issued a strict directive to enforce the Haryana Prevention of Defacement of Property Act, 1989, in light of the upcoming municipal and Panchayati Raj by-elections. Following the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct on April 13, 2026, the Commission has observed unauthorized posters, banners, and wall writings on public and private properties. Commissioner Kalyan emphasized that such activities not only violate the law but also mar the aesthetic appeal of the state during the election period. Under Sections 3 and 3-A of the Act, defacing any property…

18 Apr

HSSC to conduct Physical Measurement Test at Tau Devi Lal Stadium from April 20

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has finalised the arrangements for the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) scheduled to commence on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula. HSSC member Bhupender Chauhan, while addressing a press conference on Saturday, stated that the commission has implemented advanced digital technologies to ensure a transparent and candidate-friendly environment. The testing process will begin at 6:30 AM daily, initially calling 700 candidates per day, with plans to scale up to 3,000 candidates depending on the requirement. The entire recruitment drive for various posts, including police constables and…

18 Apr

Haryana CM Nayab Saini cracks down on ESI hospital irregularities; Anti-Corruption Bureau to probe 133 private facilities

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini ordered strict disciplinary action following the discovery of widespread irregularities within the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) healthcare system. During a review meeting at the Haryana Civil Secretariat, the Chief Minister directed the immediate issuance of de-empanelment notices to six private hospitals in Panipat. These hospitals were found to have recorded an unusually high number of patient referrals between the years 2020 and 2024, with investigations revealing forged signatures of medical officers on several referral documents. In a swift administrative cleanup, three employees of the Panipat ESI Hospital were suspended with immediate…