Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

24 Jul

Haryana Police Makes Robust Security Arrangements for CET-2025 Examination

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Chandigarh, July 24: In order to ensure that the CET-2025 examination, scheduled to be held on July 26 and 27 by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC), is conducted peacefully and transparently, Haryana Police has made comprehensive security arrangements across the state. In this regard, Director General of Police, Mr. Shatrujeet Kapur, has issued necessary instructions to senior police officers in all districts.Section 163 of BNSS to be Enforced Within 500 Meters of Exam CentresOn the day of the examination, Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS) will be enforced within a 500-meter radius of all examination centres. All…

24 Jul

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Announces Development Bonanza for Badhra Constituency

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBadhra development, grain market, Haryana, high-tension wires, Nayab Singh Saini, rural infrastructure

Badhra (Charkhi Dadri), July 24: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has unveiled a wide range of developmental projects for the Badhra Assembly constituency, including ₹3 crore for relocating high-tension power lines running over houses, entirely funded by the state government.Addressing a public meeting in Jhojhukalan village on Thursday, the CM announced that Jhojhukalan will be included in the Mahagram Yojana, and land consolidation work in pending villages will be completed. He also proposed establishing a new grain market in Badhra, subject to land availability, and a vegetable market in Hadohda after a feasibility check. Irrigation and Water Resources Minister…

24 Jul

Five Dead, Several Injured as HRTC Bus Falls Off Road in Sarkaghat’s Tarangala Area

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Mandi, Himachal Pradesh (National Times): A devastating road accident in the Tarangala region of Sarkaghat subdivision, Mandi district, has claimed the lives of five people, including three women and two men, after an HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) bus veered off the road and plunged into nearby fields near Maseran village. The bus, carrying approximately 20 to 25 passengers, was reportedly navigating a sharp turn when it lost control and fell into a gorge. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, but early reports suggest that poor road conditions or mechanical failure may have contributed to the…

23 Jul

Haryana to Upgrade 3,500 km of Roads to 18 Feet; Minister Ranbir Gangwa Emphasizes Quality and Accountability in PWD Review Meeting

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana18-feet road widening, Haryana roads, Infrastructure Quality, PWD meeting, Ranbir Gangwa, road safety

Chandigarh, July 23: Haryana’s Public Works Minister, Shri Ranbir Gangwa, chaired a high-level review meeting of the Public Works Department (PWD) at the PWD Rest House in Panchkula. The session focused on the 2025–26 work program and included district-wise project discussions. Senior department officials, including engineers and superintending engineers, were present, while XENs, SDOs, and JEs joined via video conferencing.Minister Gangwa underlined the importance of quality, transparency, and timely completion of infrastructure projects. He stated firmly that any negligence, delay, or compromise in construction quality would not be tolerated. “Road quality is the first impression of a state's development. When…

23 Jul

Haryana to Set Up Major Cold Storages in Every District to Boost Horticulture

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanacold storage, farmers’ welfare, fruit processing plant, Har-Hit stores, Haryana agriculture, horticulture policy, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, July 23 — Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana announced that the state government will construct a large cold storage facility in every district. The initiative aims to prevent spoilage of fruits and vegetables and ensure better market prices for farmers. He instructed officials to expedite the implementation of this plan and warned that delays in fulfilling budgetary promises made during the 2025-26 financial statement would not be tolerated, adding that accountability would be enforced in case of lapses.Rana chaired a meeting of horticulture and associated department officials at his office today. During the session, he…

23 Jul

CM Nayab Singh Saini Sets Ambitious Target of Planting 2.10 Crore Saplings Across Haryana in 2025

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaEk Ped Maa Ke Naam, Environmental Conservation, Haryana Van Mahotsav, Nayab Singh Saini, tree plantation

Chandigarh, July 23 — In a significant move to promote environmental conservation and sustainable living, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced an ambitious target of planting 2.10 crore trees across the state during this year’s monsoon season. Speaking at the State-level Van Mahotsav held in Morni, Panchkula district, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in environmental preservation, urging every household in the state to plant at least one tree.Highlighting the success of the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" initiative, CM Saini noted that over 1.87 crore saplings have already been planted, surpassing the original target of…

22 Jul

Haryana to Observe State-Level Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Faridabad on August 14: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh, July 22 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that the state-level Partition Horrors Remembrance Day will be observed on August 14 in Faridabad to honour the countless known and unknown individuals who lost their lives during the traumatic partition of India in 1947.Chairing a preparatory meeting, CM Saini stated that this historic event will witness participation from people across all sections of society. He emphasized that before the main event, commemorative programs will be held across various locations in the state for two weeks.The day will be jointly organized by the Government of Haryana and the Panchanad…

22 Jul

Haryana CM Saini Orders Timely, Quality Upgradation of Inter-State Roads, Reviews Pothole-Reporting Mobile App Progress

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Chandigarh, July 22, 2025: In a move to strengthen the road infrastructure of Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed officials to prioritise the upgradation of inter-state roads. Chairing a high-level review meeting in Chandigarh on July 21, the CM emphasized that all entry points into Haryana must have well-maintained roads to ensure hassle-free travel for citizens.CM Saini stressed that all repair and development work should be completed in a time-bound manner without compromising on quality. He warned officials that any negligence regarding the standard of road works would not be tolerated.During the meeting, the Chief Minister also reviewed…

20 Jul

Haryana CM Slams Previous Governments for Ignoring OBC Needs

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Chandigarh (National Times): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched a sharp critique of opposition parties on Sunday, accusing them of having overlooked the interests of the Other Backward Classes (OBCs) during their time in power. Speaking at a community gathering organised to thank the government for its welfare initiatives, Saini said past administrations had failed to show any real commitment to improving the lives of OBC citizens. He labelled their approach as indifferent, saying they lacked the intent to address the pressing concerns of the community. "The Opposition, particularly parties like the Congress, is now busy creating confusion and…

20 Jul

Haryana CM Naib Singh Saini Vows Inclusive Development, Credits PM Modi’s Guidance

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Chandigarh (National Times): Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini has reaffirmed his commitment to equitable development across the state, emphasizing that he draws regular guidance from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure progress without discrimination. Addressing a gathering of the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community at his official residence, Sant Kabir Kutir in Chandigarh on Sunday, CM Saini said, "It is my priority to develop every corner of Haryana equally and ensure that no one is left behind." He highlighted that under the BJP-led state government, over two lakh government jobs have been provided purely on merit, ensuring that children…