Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

29 Sep

Haryana Purchases Over 1.87 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy in Kharif 2025 Season

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Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: During the Kharif procurement season 2025, Haryana’s mandis have purchased a total of 187,743.49 metric tons of paddy, of which 25,000 metric tons has already been lifted from mandis and procurement centers. A spokesperson from Haryana’s Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department said that paddy has been procured from 20,147 farmers registered on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora Portal’.The highest procurement has been recorded in Kurukshetra district, where 82,760.48 metric tons of paddy has been purchased. So far, a total of 3,17,881.56 metric tons of paddy has arrived in Haryana’s mandis.The state government began purchasing…

29 Sep

Haryana Advances Vision of ‘Housing for All’ under PMAY-U 2.0

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaChief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, Haryana, Housing for All, PMAY-U 2.0

Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: Haryana is moving swiftly to realize its vision of ‘Housing for All’ under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0).The second meeting of the State Level Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (SLSMC) was held today under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi. During the meeting, approvals were granted for 2,198 beneficiaries under the Beneficiary-Led Construction (BLC) vertical. This initiative will provide crucial support to families across 50 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), enabling them to build safe and sustainable homes.J. Ganeshan, Director General of the ‘Housing for All’ department and Secretary of Housing, stated that…

29 Sep

Punjab Launches Investor-Friendly Reforms, Passes Six Important Bills

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Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced that the state Vidhan Sabha has passed six crucial bills aimed at driving industrial development, improving governance, and supporting farmers. The legislative session marks a significant milestone for the state’s economic growth.The bills include the Right to Business Act, which introduces a Deemed Approval Facility for industrial projects. Any project not receiving government approval within 45 days will be automatically approved, providing a faster and more investor-friendly environment.Other key legislations passed are the Punjab Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, aimed at streamlining the state’s tax system; the Punjab…

28 Sep

New GST Rates to Benefit Poor and Middle Class the Most: Krishna Lal Panwar

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Chandigarh, September 28: Haryana Development and Panchayat Minister Krishna Lal Panwar said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, historic decisions have been taken to reduce GST rates. The move is expected to benefit the country’s poor and middle-class citizens the most. While everyday goods have become more affordable, prices of small appliances and vehicles have also decreased. People who had booked vehicles earlier are now receiving them at lower prices. Many have expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for this initiative.Minister Panwar was addressing a press conference in Panipat on Sunday. He also interacted with traders…

28 Sep

Youth Must Embrace Sanatan Culture Over Western Influence: Haryana Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam

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Chandigarh, September 28: Haryana Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam emphasized the importance of promoting Sanatan culture while adhering to its traditions. Speaking at the Sanatan Culture Award Ceremony in Palwal on Sunday, he urged the youth to adopt Sanatan culture instead of Western influences, stay away from intoxicants, and contribute to national and state progress while praying for world peace.Minister Gautam highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has envisioned a developed and self-reliant India, where the role of citizens’ duties is paramount. He stressed that safeguarding the nation and Sanatan culture requires focusing more on civic responsibilities than personal rights. He…

28 Sep

Haryana Government Unveils Crores-rupee Welfare Schemes for Workers; Announces 5 New Facility Centers and Labor Courts

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Chandigarh, September 28: In a historic initiative to safeguard the dignity, safety, and welfare of workers, the Haryana government on Sunday announced major welfare measures. Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini inaugurated the Workers’ Honor and Awareness Program at Gurugram University Auditorium, unveiling development schemes worth crores and introducing new policies aimed at improving workers’ livelihoods.During the event, over 37,000 beneficiaries received more than ₹26 crore directly into their bank accounts. The Chief Minister also launched the “Sharmik Saathi” mobile app, a one-stop digital platform enabling workers to register, track applications, access schemes, and lodge grievances. Under the Silicosis Rehabilitation Policy,…

27 Sep

Haryana Raises Bajra Procurement Price, Assures MSP Payment to Farmers

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Chandigarh, September 27: The Haryana government has announced an increase of ₹50 per quintal in the procurement price of bajra, raising it to ₹2,200 per quintal through state agencies. Additionally, under the Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana, farmers will receive a direct transfer of ₹575 per quintal into their bank accounts, ensuring they get the full Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ₹2,775 per quintal set by the Centre.A spokesperson from the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department said the procurement price was earlier ₹2,150 per quintal, with ₹625 per quintal transferred under the Bhavantar scheme. The revised structure, he added, continues…

27 Sep

Rao Narbir Singh Urges Citizens to Nurture Saplings Like Children

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Chandigarh, September 27: Haryana’s Environment and Forest Minister Rao Narbir Singh on Friday called upon people to not only plant trees but also take responsibility for their care, stressing that saplings should be nurtured like one’s own children.He was speaking at a plantation drive held in village Bhondsi, Gurugram, organized jointly by the Forest and Wildlife Department and ISKCON. Singh, along with villagers, planted saplings during the program, which was also attended by Sohna MLA Tejpal Tanwar.Addressing the gathering, the minister highlighted that trees are vital companions of human life, and their preservation is essential for a healthy environment and…

27 Sep

Haryana Launches ‘Clean City Pairing’ Initiative; Karnal Signs MoU with Five Municipalities

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Chandigarh, September 27 — In a major step to strengthen the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban), a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in Karnal under the Swachh City Pairing initiative. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the ceremony as chief guest at the District Secretariat auditorium.Under the agreement, Karnal Municipal Corporation will mentor five municipal bodies Siwan and Rajound (Kaithal), Ismailabad (Kurukshetra), Narnaund (Hisar), and Kalanwali (Sirsa) in improving sanitation and urban cleanliness. Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal also joined the event via video conferencing from Sonipat, highlighting the importance of city-to-city partnerships.The Chief…

27 Sep

Intersoft Donates ₹36 Lakh for Saraswati River Revival in Haryana

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Chandigarh, September 27 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday received a cheque of ₹36 lakh from Intersoft Director Sandeep Pase for the revival of the Saraswati river. The contribution, made under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), was handed over to the Saraswati Heritage Development Board.Expressing gratitude for the support, the Chief Minister said the partnership reflected a vital step in preserving Haryana’s cultural and historical legacy. He underlined that reviving the long-lost Saraswati river remains a state government priority, with sustained efforts being made to achieve the goal.Saini added that Haryana’s vision of development also includes safeguarding heritage…