Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

21 Apr

BJP’s politics based on development, not vote banks: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prioritizes the dignity and development of every citizen over traditional vote-bank politics. Addressing a delegation of the Rai Sikh community at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir in Chandigarh, Saini emphasized that the government works toward empowerment rather than appeasement. He urged the people of Punjab to work toward a prosperous future and suggested that a BJP government in Punjab would eliminate the illegal drug trade, forcing those involved in the illicit business to flee the state. The Chief Minister…

21 Apr

Haryana Health Minister urges HPV vaccination for teenage girls to prevent cervical cancer

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, called upon citizens to ensure that teenage girls receive the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to protect them from cervical cancer. Speaking during a public grievance redressing session in Chandigarh, the Minister highlighted that the vaccine is being provided free of cost by the state government. The campaign specifically targets approximately 300,000 girls across Haryana, primarily in the 14–15-year age group, as part of a broader initiative to safeguard the health and future of daughters in the state. The HPV vaccination campaign was officially launched by Chief…

21 Apr

Daikin to invest ₹1,000 crore in Haryana to set up India’s first R&D centre

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, that Daikin Air Conditioning will invest approximately ₹1,000 crore to establish a state-of-the-art Research and Development (R&D) centre in Manesar. This facility is set to be the largest and first of its kind in the country, significantly boosting technical innovation and strengthening Haryana's position as a global industrial hub. The project is expected to generate direct employment for more than 500 local youths and reflects the growing confidence of Japanese firms in the state's investor-friendly environment. The investment is a direct result of a Memorandum…

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

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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

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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…