Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

02 Jun

Haryana Automates Charge Sheet Alerts under New Criminal Codes

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaautomated investigation alerts, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, e-Sakshya, Haryana judiciary, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a high-level review meeting on Monday to assess the implementation of the three new federal criminal laws, ordering the immediate integration of automated digital alerts to streamline judicial timelines. Under the new frameworks—the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)—the state is introducing strict operational protocols to eliminate investigation delays and enforce structural accountability within law enforcement agencies. To ensure time-bound judicial processing, the Chief Minister mandated a automated SMS alert system for investigating officers. For offenses carrying prison sentences under…

02 Jun

Haryana Leads National SGST Collection Growth Matrix

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana economy, May 2026 revenue, SGST collection, tax administration

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana secured the top position among all Indian states in the growth rate of State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) collections for May 2026. The province registered a robust 22 percent year-on-year expansion compared to May 2025, significantly outpacing the national average SGST growth rate of 6 percent for the same period. In the nationwide ranking, Meghalaya followed in second place with 19 percent growth, while Karnataka and Gujarat claimed third and fourth positions with 17 percent and 16 percent expansions respectively. An official spokesperson from the Excise and Taxation Department confirmed that Haryana's net SGST collection…

02 Jun

Northern Grid Enhances Capacity as Haryana Aims for Zero Distribution Losses

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnil Vij, distribution efficiency, grid capacity, Haryana power sector, Manohar Lal, smart meters, solar rooftop installation

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Union Power Minister Manohar Lal and Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij chaired a joint performance review in Chandigarh on Tuesday to fast-track modern infrastructure upgrades and evaluate long-term load forecasts. Union authorities directed state distribution companies to adopt immediate technological interventions to balance escalating peak demands while systematically lowering commercial margins and technical transmissions losses. Central executives emphasized that expanding reliable, real-time grid intelligence serves as a critical economic baseline for corporate stability and public sector efficiency. The infrastructure assessment highlighted a substantial transition in operational efficiency, noting that the province's aggregate technical and commercial distribution losses…

02 Jun

Haryana to Transition Government Hospital Security and Cleanliness to PPP Mode

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAarti Singh Rao, Amrit Pharmacy, Charkhi Dadri medical college, Haryana healthcare, PPP model, Rao Tula Ram

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao announced on Tuesday that the provincial government will transition cleanliness and security management at state-run hospitals to a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Speaking to journalists at her official residence in Chandigarh, the minister outlined the shift as a core mechanism to reinforce safety protocols for female patients, nursing staff, and medical professionals across public healthcare institutions. As part of the regional infrastructure updates, the minister confirmed that the under-construction government medical college in the Charkhi Dadri district will be named in honor of the historic freedom fighter Rao Tula Ram. The…

01 Jun

Three New Rural Health Centres Approved to Boost Medical Infrastructure in Haryana, Says Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana healthcare, rural infrastructure

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has granted administrative approval to establish three new health centres across different districts to strengthen medical infrastructure and enhance healthcare delivery in rural areas. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini cleared the expansion plan, which targets specific rural pockets within the Gurugram, Bhiwani, and Hisar districts, ensuring direct access to modern medical facilities for local populations. According to the approved plan, a new sub-health centre will be constructed in Ghamroj village of Gurugram district. Additionally, Bhiwani's Dhanana village and Hisar's Sisai Bola village will each receive a new Community Health Centre (CHC). The establishment of…

01 Jun

Haryana Launches Month-Long Yoga Campaign to Promote Health and Combat Drug Abuse

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana Yoga Campaign, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched a statewide yoga practice campaign at Maharana Pratap Swarna Jayanti Park in Gurugram, marking the run-up to the International Day of Yoga 2026. Addressing a large gathering of yoga practitioners, the Chief Minister described yoga as a celebration of India’s cultural heritage and a scientific, spiritual foundation for a balanced life. He emphasized that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yoga has achieved global recognition, transcending religious or sectarian boundaries to unite international communities since its official United Nations declaration in 2014. The Haryana government has planned an…

01 Jun

Haryana Chief Minister Resolves 13 Out of 16 Grievances at Gurugram District Relief Committee Meeting

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGurugram administration, Infrastructure Development, Nayab Singh Saini, public grievances

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed administrative officers to eliminate negligence in addressing public grievances, emphasizing that the state's priority is providing swift relief to citizens. Presiding over the District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Gurugram, the Chief Minister interacted with residents and reviewed 16 major complaints. Out of these, 13 long-standing issues were resolved on the spot, while the remaining three pending matters were deferred to the next session with a directive for detailed status reports. During the session, the Chief Minister closely examined complaints regarding road infrastructure and civic amenities.…

31 May

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Holds Courtesy Meeting with Dera Radha Swami Beas Chief Baba Gurinder Singh Dhillon

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBaba Gurinder Singh Dhillon, Kapurthala Visit, Mata Bhadrakali Temple, Nayab Singh Saini, Radha Swami Beas

Chandigarh (Bawinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini paid a visit to the Dera Radha Swami Satsang in Beas on Sunday to hold a courtesy meeting with the spiritual head of the sect, Baba Gurinder Singh Dhillon. During the interaction, the Chief Minister sought blessings from the Dera chief and engaged in discussions encompassing various social and spiritual subjects. Following his spiritual visit to Beas, Chief Minister Saini traveled to Kapurthala, where he offered prayers and performed traditional rituals at the famous Mata Bhadrakali Temple. The Chief Minister prayed for the peace, prosperity, and overall well-being of the citizens…

31 May

Heritage and City Walk 2026 Emerges as a Powerful Medium to Connect with Haryana’s Vibrant Legacy

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaCultural Preservation, Dr Arvind Sharma, Haryana tourism, Haryana Tourism Corporation, Heritage Walk 2026

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana Tourism Corporation successfully organized the "Heritage and City Walk 2026" across seven prominent historical locations in the state under its unique campaign theme, "Come, Let’s Walk with Our Heritage." Held on May 30, the primary objective of this mass outreach initiative was to introduce the younger generation and modern civil society to the rich cultural, historic, and architectural tapestry that defines Haryana. Through these specially curated walking tours, participants received an opportunity to closely observe and comprehend the monuments, traditions, and historical milestones shaping the state's cultural identity. Led by regional historians and heritage experts,…

31 May

PM Modi’s Visions Inspire Youth to Tread the Path of Success, Says Haryana Minister Ranbir Gangwa

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHisar Development, Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi, Public Participation, Ranbir Gangwa, Youth Inspiration

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Public Works and Public Health Engineering Minister Ranbir Gangwa stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s regular radio program "Mann Ki Baat" serves as a highly effective medium for directly communicating with citizens, rather than functioning as a mere broadcast. Gangwa noted that the initiative plays a significant role in promoting active public participation and fostering positive social transformations across the country. The Minister joined party workers and local residents at a designated booth in Satrod Khas, located within the Hisar district, to collectively listen to the 134th edition of the Prime Minister's popular monthly address on…