Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

06 Oct

Haryana CM Saini Seeks Japanese Collaboration Ahead of 2026 Investment Summit

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Tokyo (Rajeev Sharma): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has begun a multi-day visit to Japan aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and inviting Japanese stakeholders to play a key role in the upcoming ‘Happening Haryana 2026’ investment summit, set to take place in April next year. The Chief Minister met with senior Japanese officials to promote Haryana as a hub for industrial growth, innovation, and international partnerships. In his meeting with Takuma Miyaji, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Saini emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral ties, not just in trade and investment, but also in cultural and regional cooperation.…

05 Oct

Sports Are Not Just Competitions but a Celebration of Youth Energy and Talent: Minister Krishan Lal Panwar

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Chandigarh, October 5: Haryana’s Minister for Development and Panchayats, Krishan Lal Panwar, inaugurated the assembly-level games under the MP Sports Competition at village Phula in Fatehabad’s Ratia constituency on Sunday. The event was chaired by Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Barala and witnessed participation from players across Ratia, Nagpur, and Fatehabad blocks.Addressing the gathering, Minister Panwar said the MP Sports Competition is not merely a sporting event but a celebration of the youth’s energy, strength, and talent. He added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made sports a powerful medium of nation-building through his call — “Khelega Bharat, Khilega Bharat.” Initiatives…

05 Oct

From Haryana to Tokyo: Saini’s High-Level Mission to Attract Global Investors

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Chandigarh, October 5: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will embark on a high-level visit to Japan from October 6 to 8, aimed at strengthening economic, industrial, and cultural ties between Haryana and Japan. The three-day tour marks a significant step toward realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat – Viksit Haryana (Developed India – Developed Haryana).During his visit, the Chief Minister will meet top executives of leading Japanese corporations, including JETRO, AISIN, Denso, Air Water, Sojitz, Nissin Foods, and Sumitomo Corporation. His discussions will focus on attracting foreign investment, advancing industrial cooperation, and promoting Haryana as a preferred destination for…

05 Oct

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Travels to Delhi by Shatabdi; PM Modi to Inaugurate Development Projects in Sonipat on October 17

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Chandigarh, October 5: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini departed for Delhi from Chandigarh on Saturday aboard the Shatabdi Express. During his journey, he interacted with the media, discussing his upcoming Japan visit and highlighting the state government’s achievements over the past year.The Chief Minister announced that October 17 will mark one year of the current Haryana government’s tenure. To celebrate the occasion, a grand event will be held in Sonipat, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the chief guest and will inaugurate several development projects for the state.Sharing details of his upcoming foreign visit, Saini said he will…

05 Oct

Singer Deepesh Rahi Mesmerizes Audience with Power-Packed Performance at Surajkund Diwali Mela

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Chandigarh, October 5: The Surajkund Diwali Mela 2025 in Faridabad turned into a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and music as renowned singer Deepesh Rahi captivated the audience with his electrifying live performance on Saturday night. Organized under the direction of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and the guidance of Tourism Minister Arvind Sharma, this year’s fair is themed “Atmanirbhar Bharat – Swadeshi Mela.” The event, which runs until October 7, showcases India’s diverse cultural heritage through traditional crafts, cuisine, and folk arts. Winner of Voice of Punjab 2013, Deepesh Rahi’s performance was one of the most anticipated highlights…

04 Oct

Haryana Transfers ₹543.66 Crore Directly to Farmers’ Accounts in Kharif Procurement Season

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Chandigarh, October 4: The Haryana government has transferred ₹543.66 crore directly into the bank accounts of farmers under the ongoing Kharif procurement season 2025–26, ensuring prompt payment at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).According to the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department, paddy procurement in the state is being conducted through the Meri Fasal Mera Byora portal. So far, paddy has been procured from 63,356 registered farmers across Haryana.A departmental spokesperson stated that a total of 8,92,943.07 metric tonnes of paddy has arrived in the state’s mandis so far. Out of this, 7,20,025.68 metric tonnes have been purchased, while 3,10,821.24…

04 Oct

CM Nayab Singh Saini Urges Traders to Pass On GST Rate Cuts to Consumers

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Chandigarh, October 4: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday appealed to traders across the state to ensure that the benefits of reduced GST rates announced by the Central Government are passed on to consumers. He said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, citizens have gained significant relief through improvements in the GST structure.The Chief Minister urged traders to actively participate in the “GST Savings Festival,” emphasizing that tax reductions would not only boost trade but also help consumers avail goods and services at lower prices. “Affordable prices, growing trade, and a strong economy — this is the…

04 Oct

CM Nayab Singh Saini Orders Timely Completion of Village Development Works, Reviews Panchayat Projects

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Chandigarh, October 4: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to ensure that ongoing development projects in village panchayats are completed systematically and within set deadlines. He emphasized that welfare schemes must reach every eligible citizen and ordered that progress reviews be conducted every 15 days.Chairing a review meeting with ADCs, CEOs of Zila Parishads, DDPOs, and Executive Engineers of Panchayati Raj departments, the Chief Minister assessed the progress of various rural development and panchayat schemes. Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Krishan Lal Panwar was also present.Saini instructed officials to expedite the regularization of houses built on up to…

03 Oct

Amit Shah Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for ₹825 Crore Projects in Haryana from Kurukshetra

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Chandigarh, October 3 – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Friday dedicated a series of development projects worth ₹825 crore to the people of Haryana. Speaking from the holy land of Kurukshetra, he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 19 projects, covering healthcare, education, infrastructure, and law enforcement facilities.Shah formally inaugurated five newly built nursing colleges worth ₹262.51 crore in Kheri Ramnagar (Kurukshetra), Dherdu (Kaithal), Khedawali (Panchkula), Dayalpur (Faridabad), and Arua (Faridabad). Alongside, he opened 84 new residential quarters in Police Lines, Jind, and the PWD Rest House and Block in Narnaul, constructed at a combined cost…

03 Oct

By 2029, Every Indian Village Will Join Cooperative Movement: Amit Shah

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Chandigarh, October 3 – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said that by 2029, every village in India will be connected with the cooperative movement, marking a new era of rural empowerment. He was addressing a gathering at the inauguration of the expanded Sabarkantha Dairy (Amul) plant in IMT Rohtak, Haryana, alongside Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and several dignitaries.Shah highlighted India’s transformation into the world’s largest milk producer, crediting White Revolution 2.0 for strengthening more than 40,000 dairy cooperatives and establishing over 75,000 dairy societies nationwide. He noted that milk production in India has surged from 140 million…