Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

02 Mar

Haryana Presents ₹2.23 Lakh Crore Budget for 2026-27, Deficit Focus on Growth and Development

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Balwinder Singh :- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday presented the state’s budget for the financial year 2026-27, unveiling an outlay of ₹2.23 lakh crore in the Vidhan Sabha. The budget, which marks the second fiscal framework of the BJP government under his leadership, reflects an increase from last year’s ₹2.05 lakh crore estimate and aims to bolster development, infrastructure, and welfare initiatives across the state. Adorned in a traditional saffron turban, Chief Minister Saini commenced his budget speech amidst keen interest not only from Haryana legislators but also from observers in neighbouring Punjab, underscoring the political significance…

02 Mar

Battle Lines Drawn for Haryana Rajya Sabha Seats as BJP, Congress Finalise Candidates

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Political activity has gathered pace in Haryana ahead of the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress engaged in last-minute consultations to seal their nominees for the two seats that will soon fall vacant. The vacancies arise as the terms of sitting members Kiran Choudhry and Ramchandra Jangra conclude on April 9. The Election Commission has set March 5 as the deadline for filing nominations. Scrutiny is scheduled for March 6, while withdrawals can be made until March 9. If required, voting will take place on March 16. Congress Signals…

25 Feb

IDFC First Bank fraud: Mastermind among four arrested in Rs 590-crore case

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Balwinder Singh :- In a significant development in the ₹590-crore IDFC First Bank fraud case in Haryana, the State Vigilance Bureau has arrested four people, including the alleged mastermind, for allegedly siphoning off government funds through fraudulent transactions. The accused have been identified as Ribhav Rishi, Abhay Kumar, Swati Singla and Abhishek Singla. Two of them are former officials of IDFC First Bank, while the other two are private individuals who run a partnership firm. Investigators said Rishi, a former branch manager of the bank who is now employed with AU Small Finance Bank in Chandigarh, allegedly masterminded the conspiracy…

22 Feb

Mayor Saurabh Joshi Makes Surprise Inspection of Rain Basera in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): Saurabh Joshi conducted a surprise late-night visit to a Rain Basera (night shelter) in Chandigarh to review the living conditions of homeless residents. During the inspection, the Mayor found several deficiencies, including inadequate water supply, lack of proper heating facilities, absence of basic medical arrangements and unsafe electrical wiring. He interacted with the residents and shelter staff to understand their problems and expressed serious concern over the poor management of the facility. Mayor Joshi directed officials to ensure immediate improvements and warned that strict action would be taken against those responsible if the required standards were…

08 Feb

Bajwa’s remark is an insult to Dalit community; Congress must apologize within 24 hours or be ready to face strict action: Harpal Cheema

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, Forest Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, and AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu, have jointly, in strong words, condemned the unfortunate and objectionable remark made by Leader of the Opposition and Congress leader Pratap Singh Bajwa about Punjab Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. The three leaders termed the Congress party as having an anti-Dalit mindset and issued a stern warning to Bajwa and the Congress party to apologize within 24 hours, failing which strict legal and political action would be taken. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema,…

08 Feb

Surajkund fair accident: Inspector who led rescue to be honoured as martyr

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Faridabad (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Police Inspector Jagdish Prasad, who died while rescuing visitors after an amusement ride collapsed at the Surajkund International Crafts Festival, will be posthumously granted martyr status, officials said on Sunday. The announcement follows widespread appreciation of his role in ensuring the safety of fairgoers during the emergency. The mishap occurred on Saturday evening when a swing at the 39th Surajkund fair malfunctioned and collapsed, injuring several people. Inspector Prasad, who was posted at the venue, rushed to the site as panic spread and coordinated efforts to pull people out of harm’s way. During the operation, he…

30 Jan

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Hails PRAGATI Platform as Key to Viksit Bharat @2047

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Chandigarh, January 30, 2026: Haryana Chief Minister Shri Nayab Singh Saini praised the Government of India’s flagship digital platform PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation), calling it a powerful tool for accelerating development projects and resolving public grievances. The platform has strengthened coordination between the Centre, states and Union ministries by enabling direct, real-time monitoring of key schemes under the Prime Minister’s leadership. According to Shri Nayab Singh Saini, PRAGATI reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to transparent, accountable governance and plays a crucial role in achieving the long-term national goal of Viksit Bharat @2047, ensuring faster execution and effective…

27 Jan

Secondary and Senior Secondary Practical Examinations to Begin from February 2

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Chandigarh, January 27, 2026: The Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH), Bhiwani, has announced the schedule for practical examinations for the Secondary and Senior Secondary annual examinations.According to an official spokesperson of the Board, the practical examinations for regular candidates of Secondary and Senior Secondary (Academic) classes will be conducted from February 2 to February 16, 2026. The examinations will be held daily from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.The spokesperson said that practical examinations for Senior Secondary students in Physics, Chemistry and Biology will be conducted through external examiners appointed by the Board. Practical examinations for the remaining subjects at…

27 Jan

Integrated Online Health Portal to Boost Transparency in Haryana’s Healthcare Administration: Aarti Singh Rao

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Chandigarh, January 27, 2026: Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao on Tuesday said the state government is set to take a major step towards transparent and technology-driven healthcare governance with the launch of an integrated online portal for health professionals. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will formally inaugurate the portal on January 28.The Health Minister said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to transparent, citizen-centric and technology-enabled administration. She noted that doctors and healthcare workers serve society with dedication, and it is the government’s responsibility to simplify administrative procedures so that professionals can focus on their core duties instead of…

27 Jan

Haryana Transfers Five IAS and One IRPS Officer in Major Administrative Reshuffle

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Chandigarh, January 27, 2026: The Haryana government on Tuesday issued transfer and posting orders for five Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers and one Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer with immediate effect, marking a significant administrative reshuffle.Sudhir Rajpal, who was serving as Additional Chief Secretary of Health and Family Welfare, Medical Education and Research, AYUSH, and Environment, Forest and Wildlife departments, has been appointed as Additional Chief Secretary of the Home, Prisons, Criminal Investigation and Administration of Justice Department. He will continue to hold the additional charge of the Environment, Forest and Wildlife Department.Dr Sumita Misra, Additional Chief Secretary of…