Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

24 Sep

CM Nayab Singh Saini to Launch ‘Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana’ on September 25, Aims to Empower 22 Lakh Women in Haryana

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Chandigarh, September 24 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced the rollout of the ‘Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana’, a flagship scheme designed to strengthen women’s empowerment in the state. The scheme will be officially launched on September 25, 2025, marking the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, the proponent of Integral Humanism. Saini, who also holds the finance portfolio, had introduced the initiative in his first budget of ₹2,05,017 crore presented during the March session of the Haryana Assembly. The scheme carries an allocation of ₹5,000 crore and has been implemented within just 192 days, reflecting the…

24 Sep

Haryana Launches Procurement of Kharif Pulses and Oilseeds Across 100 Mandis, Moong Production Hits Record High

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Chandigarh, September 24 — The Haryana government has rolled out procurement of Kharif pulses and oilseeds for the 2025-26 marketing season across more than 100 mandis. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviewed the procurement arrangements and production status on Monday, stressing that farmers must not face any inconvenience during the process.According to the schedule, procurement of moong will continue from September 23 to November 15 across 38 mandis. Arhar procurement is scheduled for December in 22 mandis, while urad will be procured in 10 mandis. Groundnut procurement will run from November 1 to December 31 in 7 mandis. Sesame procurement is…

24 Sep

Haryana Aims to Become Global Sports Capital, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh, September 24 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday said the state government’s goal is to make Haryana not just India’s but the world’s sports capital. He was speaking at the Tau Devi Lal Sports Stadium in Panchkula while inaugurating the second phase of the State-Level Khel Mahakumbh.Saini said that over the years, the state has developed a clear vision for sports—every child should have access to play, every village must have a playground, and every youth with passion should get an opportunity.The Chief Minister stressed that the Khel Mahakumbh is not just an event but a…

24 Sep

Haryana Plans Two New 800 MW Thermal Power Units to Meet Rising Electricity Demand

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Chandigarh, September 24 – In a significant push to strengthen its power infrastructure, Haryana will set up two new ultra-supercritical thermal power units of 800 MW each in Panipat and Hisar. State Energy Minister Anil Vij announced the projects during a high-level meeting chaired by Union Energy Minister Manohar Lal in New Delhi late Monday evening.Vij described energy as the lifeline of any nation and said a strong energy framework forms the foundation of a self-reliant India. He stressed that these new projects would substantially increase the state’s power availability and help meet growing demand.The Union Minister assured full support…

23 Sep

Rao Tula Ram Remembered as Symbol of Courage on Haryana Veer and Shaheedi Diwas

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Chandigarh, September 23 — Tributes poured in across Rewari district on Tuesday as leaders and dignitaries remembered freedom fighter Rao Tula Ram on Haryana Veer and Shaheedi Diwas.At the Shaheed Rao Tula Ram Chowk and Shaheed Smarak Park in Rewari, Union Minister of State Rao Inderjit Singh, Haryana Health and AYUSH Minister Kumari Aarti Singh Rao, Rewari MLA Laxman Singh Yadav, Bawal MLA Dr. Krishan Kumar, Kosli MLA Anil Yadav, Pataudi MLA Bimla Chaudhary, and BJP district president Vandana Popli offered floral tributes to the iconic freedom fighter. Similar tributes were also paid in Rampura village.Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh…

23 Sep

PM Modi’s New GST Regime a ‘Diwali Gift’ to Citizens, Says Haryana Minister Gaurav Gautam

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Chandigarh, September 23 — Haryana Minister of Sports, Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, and Law and Legislative Affairs Gaurav Gautam said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the people of India a major Diwali gift by introducing the new GST framework.Addressing a press conference at the PWD Rest House in Palwal on Tuesday, Gautam said GST on essential commodities such as flour, pulses, oil, and ghee has been abolished. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister, stating that the reform would provide direct relief to common households.The minister explained that citizens previously bore the burden of 18 types of taxes, which…

23 Sep

Haryana CM Orders Speedy Work on Sikh Museum and Guru Ravidas Museum in Kurukshetra

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Chandigarh, September 23 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to expedite the construction of the Sikh Museum and Guru Ravidas Museum in Kurukshetra, stressing that the projects should be completed within the set timeline to preserve the teachings and legacy of the Gurus for future generations.Chairing a review meeting with senior officials, the Chief Minister instructed that the Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of both museums be finalized at the earliest. He also asked authorities to ensure the inclusion of solar panels in the design, aligning the projects with sustainability goals.Saini said the Sikh Museum, to be built…

23 Sep

Haryana Has Always Been the Land of Bravehearts, Says Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, September 23 — Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana said the state has always been a land of the brave, where soldiers and martyrs have led the way in serving the nation, whether during the 1857 uprising, the Kargil War, or in facing internal challenges.He was speaking as the chief guest at a Shaheedi Diwas programme in Yamunanagar, where he paid floral tributes to Amar Shaheed Rao Tula Ram and planted saplings in memory of martyrs. Rana said the armed forces and paramilitary personnel not only defend borders but also protect citizens during disasters, terror attacks,…

22 Sep

Haryana to Observe ‘Veer and Martyrs’ Day’ on September 23

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Chandigarh — The Haryana government has decided to observe September 23 as ‘Haryana Veer and Martyrs’ Day’ to honor the brave souls who laid down their lives for the nation. On this occasion, public gatherings, ceremonies, and discussions will be organized across all districts to pay homage to the martyrs.Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, in a letter addressed to all Divisional Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners, directed that families of martyrs and recipients of gallantry awards in wars be honored with mementos during the programs. He also instructed that freedom fighters and veterans of the Kargil War be invited as esteemed guests…

22 Sep

Haryana CM and Wife Offer Prayers at Mata Mansa Devi Temple on First Day of Navratri

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Chandigarh, September 22 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, along with his wife Suman Saini, visited the Mata Mansa Devi Temple in Panchkula on the first day of Ashwin Navratri. The couple offered prayers and sought blessings from the Goddess, praying for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the people of the state. After offering prayers, the Chief Minister also participated in a hawan at the temple’s Yagyashala and performed ritual offerings. On this occasion, Additional Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Mata Mansa Devi Shrine Board, Nisha Yadav, presented a portrait of Mata Mansa Devi to…