Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

03 Oct

Haryana CM Saini Says Sabarkantha Dairy (Amul) Plant Expansion to Boost Milk Production and Jobs

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Chandigarh, October 3 – Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said the expansion of the Sabarkantha Dairy (Amul) plant in Rohtak will not only meet the growing milk demand of Haryana and North India but also generate large-scale employment opportunities.Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the plant expansion, led by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, Saini praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samriddhi” (prosperity through cooperation), which has given a new direction to India’s cooperative movement. He noted that the creation of the Ministry of Cooperation in 2021 and the launch of the National Cooperation Policy…

03 Oct

Amit Shah Highlights Khadi’s Role in Making India a Global Leader by 2047

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Rohtak/Chandigarh, October 3 – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is steadily moving toward the goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047. He emphasized that Khadi will play a vital role in this journey, acting as both a cultural legacy and an economic driver for millions of artisans across the country.Speaking at the Khadi Artisans’ Festival held at Maharshi Dayanand University in Rohtak, Shah distributed modern toolkits, machines, and margin money worth ₹301 crore under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP). He also virtually inaugurated several…

02 Oct

Haryana CM Saini Inaugurates Surajkund Diwali Mela, Promotes ‘Vocal for Local’ and Self-Reliance

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Faridabad, October 2: Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini inaugurated the Diwali Mela at Surajkund, Faridabad, emphasizing that India’s path to becoming a developed nation by 2047 lies in Vocal for Local, self-reliance, and indigenous products. Addressing the gathering, CM Saini said, “Just as the Swadeshi movement fueled India’s freedom struggle, self-reliance through local products will drive the nation’s prosperity today.”CM Saini extended greetings on Vijayadashami and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries. He explained that this year’s mela, themed Atmanirbhar Bharat – Swadeshi Mela and We Unite Families, serves…

02 Oct

Mega Tree Plantation Drive in Faridabad Under ‘Namo Van’ Initiative; Haryana CM Saini Pledges Greener, Cleaner Future

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Faridabad, October 2: Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini today inaugurated a mega tree plantation drive at Faridabad as part of the state’s ambitious Namo Van initiative, reaffirming the government’s commitment to making Haryana greener, cleaner, and more sustainable.Speaking at the event, CM Saini emphasized that development and environmental protection go hand in hand. “Today’s plantation drive in Faridabad is a decisive step towards balanced growth, ensuring that progress does not come at the cost of nature,” he said. The Chief Minister also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries by…

02 Oct

Haryana Launches State-Level Wildlife Week 2025 in Gurugram; 500-Acre Tree Plantation Drive Begins

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Gurugram, October 2: Haryana today inaugurated the ‘State-Level Wildlife Week 2025’ at the Aravalli region in Manesar, highlighting wildlife conservation, biodiversity protection, and environmental awareness. The event was held at the Ram Mandir premises, with Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav as the chief guest. Haryana’s Environment, Forest and Wildlife Minister Rao Narbir Singh presided over the programme.During his address, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav urged Gurugram residents to participate in the Aravalli Green Wall campaign every Sunday. He emphasized that even dedicating one hour per week to planting and nurturing trees can significantly enhance greenery, reduce…

02 Oct

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Visit Haryana on October 3, Inaugurate Key Projects Worth ₹825 Crore

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Chandigarh, October 2: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will be on a one-day visit to Haryana on October 3, with programmes scheduled in Rohtak and Kurukshetra. His visit is expected to bring several new initiatives aimed at boosting cooperative development, rural industries, and infrastructure in the state.According to an official spokesperson, Shah will inaugurate the newly constructed Sabarkantha Dairy plant at IMT Rohtak, built at a cost of ₹325 crore. The facility, touted as India’s largest production unit for curd, buttermilk, and yogurt, will generate nearly 1,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. The plant has a daily capacity…

01 Oct

Japanese Investment Turns Gurugram into Global Industrial Hub, Haryana CM to Visit Japan from October 5–11

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Chandigarh, October 1 — Haryana’s Industries and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh said that Japanese investment has transformed Gurugram into a global industrial hub, giving the city a new international identity. He recalled that since the establishment of Maruti in the 1980s, Gurugram has grown into a major center for automobile manufacturing, auto components, electronics, electricals, software, hardware, and the thriving Cyber City. Today, nearly one-third of Japan’s total investment in India flows into Haryana, highlighting the state’s strong industrial potential and investor appeal.The minister noted that more than 600 Japanese companies are currently active in Gurugram, creating significant employment…

01 Oct

Haryana CEO Directs 11 Unrecognised Political Parties to Submit Election Expense Details

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Chandigarh, October 1 — Haryana’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) A. Srinivas has directed 11 unrecognised registered political parties in the state to submit their election expenditure reports and audited accounts by October 13, 2025, after failing to do so within the prescribed timelines.Srinivas emphasized that in a democracy, the electoral process is of utmost importance, and under the Representation of the People Act, 1961, all registered political parties must submit their annual audited accounts and election expense statements to the Election Commission of India (ECI) within stipulated deadlines. For assembly elections, expenses must be reported within 75 days, and for…

01 Oct

Haryana CM Announces Relief for Flood-Hit Farmers, Defers Power Bills and Crop Loan Recovery

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Chandigarh, October 1 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced major relief measures for farmers affected by heavy rains and floods across the state. The government has decided to defer the payment of electricity bills for tubewell connections until December 2025, with bills due till July now payable from January 2026 without any extra charges. This step will benefit around 7.10 lakh farmers.Addressing a press conference here today, the Chief Minister also declared a moratorium on the recovery of crop loans in villages where more than 50 percent crop damage has occurred due to floods. In such areas,…

01 Oct

CM Nayab Singh Saini Releases ₹404.79 Crore for Haryana Panchayati Raj Institutions

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Chandigarh, October 1, 2025: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday announced a major boost for rural development by releasing the second installment of ₹404.79 crore under the State Finance Commission. The funds will be directly transferred to 5,719 gram panchayats, 144 panchayat samitis, and three zila parishads, providing fresh momentum to grassroots development projects and local public amenities.The announcement was made during a press conference in Chandigarh, attended by Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Krishan Lal Panwar, Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi, and MLA Randhir Panihar.The Chief Minister underlined that…