Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

01 Dec

Light of Geeta’s Teachings Will Reach the World Through Deepotsav: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaDeepotsav, International Geeta Mahotsav, Nayab Singh Saini, Sannihit Sarovar

Chandigarh, December 1 — Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that celebrating Deepotsav on the banks of the ancient and historic Sannihit Sarovar is a matter of pride for the entire state. He said the festival will help spread the light of the sacred Bhagavad Geeta’s teachings to people across the world, enriching and elevating human life.Saini was speaking on Monday after offering lamps at Sannihit Sarovar as part of the International Geeta Mahotsav 2025. Before the ceremony, the Chief Minister, along with Geeta Manishi Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj, Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, and former minister Subhash Sudha, performed…

01 Dec

Haryana to Include Plantation Maintenance in Tender Process, Says Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh

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Chandigarh, December 1 — Haryana Forest and Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh has directed officials to link the tender process for plantation and its maintenance with the Haryana Engineering Works Portal to ensure full transparency. He said the maintenance of saplings must be made an integral part of the tender to ensure their survival and protection.The minister added that regular monitoring will be conducted to check whether contractors are depositing the ESI amount of labourers every month so that workers’ welfare is safeguarded. He made it clear that no single authority, including the Divisional Forest Officer, will hold exclusive control…

01 Dec

Global Geeta Chant Resonates from Kurukshetra as 21,000 Children Join International Recitation

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGlobal Geeta Recitation, International Geeta Mahotsav, Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra, December 1 — The sacred grounds of Dharmakshetra–Kurukshetra echoed with the powerful message of the Bhagavad Gita on Monday as a grand global recitation was held at Keshav Park during the International Geeta Mahotsav. More than 21,000 children recited shlokas in unison, creating a divine atmosphere filled with devotion, knowledge and spirituality. The event showcased the Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, with participants from several countries joining the global chant. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the ceremony and announced a special holiday for the participating school students on Tuesday. Yoga guru Baba Ramdev and Geeta scholar Swami…

30 Nov

NIT Kurukshetra Emerging as a Strong Pillar of Research and Innovation, Says Governor

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAsim Kumar Ghosh, C.P. Radhakrishnan, Nayab Singh Saini, NIT Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra, November 30, 2025: NIT Kurukshetra will continue rising as a powerful centre of research and innovation, Haryana Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh said on Sunday. He expressed confidence that the institute, which is rapidly establishing itself as a key pillar of India’s research and innovation ecosystem, will achieve greater heights in the coming years.Governor Ghosh was addressing young graduates and medal recipients at the 20th Convocation of NIT Kurukshetra. Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated as the special guest.Congratulating the graduating students, the Governor said their…

30 Nov

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Offers Prayers at Shaktipeeth Mata Bhadrakali Temple, Wishes for Peace and Prosperity

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBhadrakali Temple, C.P. Radhakrishnan, Kurukshetra visit, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, November 30, 2025: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan offered prayers at the world-famous Shaktipeeth Mata Bhadrakali Temple in Kurukshetra on Saturday. During the visit, he prayed for the happiness, peace and prosperity of the people of the country. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present with him during the ceremony.The temple’s Peethadheesh, Pandit Satpal Maharaj, performed the rituals according to tradition and guided the Vice President during the worship. After offering prayers, the Vice President bowed before the sacred Shaktipeeth. Pandit Satpal Maharaj also presented him with a memento as a mark of respect.Vice President Radhakrishnan arrived at…

30 Nov

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Calls Bhagavad Gita a Universal Guide for Enlightened Action

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBhagavad Gita, C.P. Radhakrishnan, International Gita Mahotsav, Kurukshetra

Chandigarh, November 30 — Vice President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the All-India Devasthanam Conference held in Kurukshetra alongside the International Gita Mahotsav 2025. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Gita scholar Swami Gyananand Maharaj and several dignitaries were present at the event.The Vice President said he felt honoured to stand on the sacred land of Kurukshetra, known as the “land of the Vedas,” where Lord Krishna delivered the divine wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna thousands of years ago. He said Kurukshetra is a timeless reminder that righteousness always prevails over unrighteousness, no matter how strong the latter…

29 Nov

Haryana CM Says Aatmanirbhar Bharat Is a National Resolve for the 21st Century

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAatmanirbhar Bharat, Haryana economy, MSME growth, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, November 29 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said Aatmanirbhar Bharat is not just a slogan but a national resolve to make India a leading economic power in the 21st century. He was addressing the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Conference held in Panchkula on Friday.The Chief Minister said the ideas generated at this conference will boost the vision of Viksit Bharat–Viksit Haryana. He added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a target of making India a developed nation by 2047 and achieving a five-trillion-dollar economy by 2030. According to him, the essence of Aatmanirbhar Bharat lies in self-reliance in…

28 Nov

Adopt Swadeshi Products to Strengthen Indian Entrepreneurs and Artisans: Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, November 28, 2025: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana distributed ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat Swadeshi Sankalp’ pamphlets to passengers at the Yamunanagar–Jagadhri Railway Station under the ‘Har Ghar Swadesh, Ghar-Ghar Swadeshi’ campaign. During the interaction, he urged people to adopt indigenous products in their daily lives and support Indian entrepreneurs and artisans, contributing to the creation of a stronger and self-reliant nation.Rana said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is emerging as a major global manufacturing hub through the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat missions. He added that using Swadeshi products is…

28 Nov

Haryana Launches Digital Census 2027 Roadmap

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Financial Commissioner Revenue and Disaster Management, Dr. Sumita Misra who is also the State Nodal Officer to oversee the work of Census 2027 today stated that Census 2027 will be completely in digital mode, a transformational step towards modernizing the Census process. Enumerators and Supervisors will digitally collect data and submit to the Central Server. The Census mobile apps, portal and other digital tools will be available for both Android as well as iOS version. These apps will be in Hindi, English as well as in 14 Regional languages, she added. In order to immediately commence preparations…

27 Nov

Haryana Cracks Down on Drug Violations: 20 Medical Store Operators Face Action in Sirsa

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAarti Singh Rao, Drug Regulation Violations, Haryana FDA, Sirsa Raids

Chandigarh, November 27, 2025: Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao reiterated that strict action will be taken against anyone pushing the youth into the trap of drug addiction. She directed officials to intensify operations against those involved in the illegal sale of narcotic medicines as part of the state’s campaign to make Haryana drug-free.Acting on her instructions, the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) Haryana conducted surprise raids at several medical stores in Sirsa district under the “Nasha-Mukt Bharat” campaign. During the inspections, violations of drug regulations were found at 20 medical stores, resulting in action against their operators.State Drug Controller…