Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

12 Mar

Haryana to Overcome Doctor Shortage Soon as MBBS Seats to Increase to 3,600 – Health Minister

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Chandigarh, March 12 – Haryana Health Minister Kumari Aarti Singh Rao announced that the state will soon resolve the shortage of doctors. Speaking during the budget session of the Haryana Assembly, she said that once medical colleges are established in every district, the number of MBBS seats will rise to 3,600.The health minister stated that in 2014, Haryana had only 700 MBBS seats, which have now increased to 2,185. With new medical colleges under development, the total number of seats will reach 3,600, ensuring that the state no longer faces a shortage of doctors. Recently, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini…

12 Mar

BJP Sweeps Haryana Mayoral Elections, Independent Candidates Shine in Municipalities

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Chandigarh, March 12, 2025 – The Haryana State Election Commission has declared the results of the recent elections for Mayor/Pradhan and Ward Member positions across Municipal Corporations, Councils, and Municipalities. BJP secured a dominant victory in the mayoral contests, while independent candidates made notable gains at the municipality level. BJP's Stronghold in Mayoral Races In the mayoral elections, BJP scored major wins across key cities:Gurugram: BJP’s Raj Rani secured a landslide victory over Congress' Seema Pahuja by 1,79,485 votes.Faridabad: BJP’s Praveen Joshi defeated Congress’ Lata Rani with a margin of 3,16,852 votes.Hisar: BJP’s Praveen Popli overcame Congress' Krishna Titu Singla…

12 Mar

CM Nayab Singh Saini Orders Probe into Transfer of Shamlat Deh Land to Waqf Board

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Chandigarh, March 12 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced in the Assembly today that any transfer of Shamlat Deh land to the Waqf Board in the state will be thoroughly investigated. He also declared the formation of a committee under the Rohtak Divisional Commissioner to probe the transfer of land related to the Peer Bodhi case on the Rohtak-Gohana road. The committee will include the Karnal Divisional Commissioner and the Deputy Commissioner of Rohtak, who will carefully examine all facts and records related to the issue.The Chief Minister stated that the government has taken the Peer Bodhi issue…

11 Mar

CM Nayab Singh Saini Highlights Role of Sports in Peace and Progress at 73rd All India Police Volleyball Championship

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Chandigarh, March 11 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that sports are not just about winning medals but about winning hearts. He highlighted that sports promote peace, progress, and well-being, serving as a powerful means to unite the world. CM Saini was speaking as the chief guest at the closing ceremony of the 73rd All India Police Volleyball Championship 2024–25 at the Madhuban Police Academy in Karnal. He honored the winning players during the award ceremony. Saini stated that this championship reflects not only athletic skill but also the discipline, unity, and dedication of the police force. He…

11 Mar

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Pledges Clean Drinking Water, Healthcare, and Action Against Illegal Clinics

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Chandigarh, March 11 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reaffirmed the state government's commitment to providing clean drinking water to all households. Over the past decade, the government has ensured tap water supply to every home.Chief Minister Saini was responding to a question raised by MLA Arjun Chautala during the assembly session. He informed that drinking water is supplied in the Rania constituency through canal-based and tube-well-based supply schemes. Rania consists of 72 villages and 25 hamlets, where 48 canal-based and 38 tube-well-based water supply schemes are operational. Of these, 35 tube-well-based schemes have already been handed over to…

10 Mar

President Droupadi Murmu Urges Students to Illuminate Society and Nation with Knowledge

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Chandigarh, March 10 – More than half of the students receiving Ph.D. degrees and other medals at Guru Jambheshwar University’s 6th convocation ceremony were female, a testament to the progress of Haryana and the entire nation. Today, girls are excelling in education as well as various other fields. Notably, over 75% of gold medalists were female, highlighting their growing success in diverse sectors, including agriculture and allied sciences.India’s President, Droupadi Murmu, addressed the students as the chief guest at the university’s convocation ceremony held in Hisar on Monday. She emphasized that students must use their knowledge to enlighten society and…

09 Mar

Swami Dayanand’s Teachings Must Reach Every Home: Governor Bandaru Dattatreya

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Chandigarh, March 9, 2025– Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya emphasized the profound impact of Swami Dayanand Saraswati’s teachings on society. He urged that Arya Samaj’s values must reach every home, as they are essential for building a civilized and progressive nation.Governor Dattatreya was speaking at the Arya Mahasammelan held at Dayanand Math, Rohtak, marking the 200th birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati and 150 years of Arya Samaj’s establishment. The event, organized by Arya Pratinidhi Sabha Haryana, was presided over by Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and attended by Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda as the chief guest.Governor Dattatreya announced ₹31 lakh…

09 Mar

CM Nayab Singh Saini Halts Convoy in Bhaini Maharajpur, Interacts with Villagers

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Chandigarh, March 9, 2025 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini made an unscheduled stop at Bhaini Maharajpur village while traveling from Dadri to Hisar. He interacted with locals, inquired about their well-being, and extended Holika Dahan and Holi greetings. Farmers' Welfare: A Priority During the visit, CM Saini discussed crop conditions with farmers. He reiterated that Haryana is a farmer-friendly state, ensuring that all crops are purchased at Minimum Support Price (MSP)—a policy that sets Haryana apart as the first state in India to implement such a measure.Addressing concerns over unseasonal rain and hailstorms, the CM assured that special…

09 Mar

Haryana CM Honors Padma Shri Awardee Dr. Sant Ram Deshwal and Paralympic Gold Medalist Harvinder Singh

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CM Extends Congratulations on Padma Shri RecognitionChandigarh, March 9 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini honored renowned litterateur Dr. Sant Ram Deshwal and Paralympic gold medalist Harvinder Singh at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir. Both awardees, along with their families, met the CM following their Padma Shri recognition.Dr. Sant Ram Deshwal: A Guardian of Haryana’s Folk Literature During the meeting, CM Saini presented shawls and mementos to Dr. Deshwal and Harvinder Singh, extending his heartfelt congratulations on receiving India’s prestigious Padma Shri award. The CM’s wife, Suman Saini, also conveyed her best wishes. Dr. Sant Ram Deshwal is a…

08 Mar

Women to Play a Key Role in India’s Development by 2047: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

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State-Level Women’s Honor Ceremony Held in Panchkula on International Women’s DayCM Announces Increased Paid Leaves for Women and Interest-Free Loans for Dairy EnterprisesChandigarh, March 8 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that women will play the most significant role in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. Addressing a state-level women’s honor ceremony in Panchkula on International Women’s Day, he said, “When women move forward, families, societies, and nations progress. I am confident that India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation will be shaped by the contributions of its mothers, sisters, and daughters.”The…