Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

07 May

Haryana government declares paid holiday on May 10 for municipal elections

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnurag Rastogi, Haryana Elections, Local Governance, Municipal Polls, paid holiday, voting rights

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has announced a paid holiday on Sunday, May 10, 2026, to facilitate voter participation in the upcoming municipal civic polls. This directive applies to all registered voters residing in the specific regions where polling is scheduled to take place. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued an official notification outlining the details of the exemption to ensure that citizens can exercise their democratic rights without facing any professional or financial setbacks. The electoral process on this date will cover a broad range of municipal bodies across the province. Voters will cast their ballots to elect the…

06 May

Haryana Government Sets May 22 Deadline for Employees to File Annual Property Returns

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnurag Rastogi, Asset Disclosure, Civil Services, Deadline, government employees, Haryana, Intrahry, Property Returns

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has officially mandated all state government employees to submit their annual property returns for the 2025-2026 fiscal year by May 22, 2026. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued these instructions to ensure that every public servant remains compliant with the state's transparency and conduct regulations. The directive applies to all personnel across various government departments, emphasizing the administration's focus on maintaining updated records of assets held by its workforce. According to the guidelines provided by the Chief Secretary, the requirement is rooted in Rule 24 of the Haryana Civil Services (Government Employees' Conduct) Rules, 2016.…

06 May

Haryana Right to Service Commission Launches WhatsApp Chatbot to Streamline Citizen Appeals

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAAS, Chatbot, governance, Haryana, HRSC, Whatsapp

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— The Haryana Right to Service Commission has officially launched a WhatsApp-based chatbot designed to simplify the process for citizens to track their applications and file appeals. A spokesperson for the Commission announced on Wednesday that this initiative is a significant step toward increasing transparency and strengthening citizen services through the use of digital technology. By leveraging this platform, residents can now easily monitor the status of their requests and engage with the Auto Appeal System (AAS) directly from their mobile devices. The new chatbot allows users to receive real-time updates regarding their applications and any subsequent appeals…

06 May

Haryana Water Minister Shruti Choudhry Assures State of Uninterrupted Drinking Water Supply Amid Rising Heat

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBhiwani, Conservation, drinking water, Haryana, irrigation, Public Health, Shruti Choudhry, Water supply

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana’s Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry has assured citizens that the provincial government is fully committed to ensuring an uninterrupted and clean supply of drinking water across the state. During a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials from the Irrigation and Public Health Engineering departments on Wednesday, the minister emphasized that no region should face a shortage as temperatures continue to climb. She made it clear that the administration views the provision of potable water as a top priority and will provide all necessary resources and funding to maintain the infrastructure required for consistent delivery.…

06 May

Haryana Government to Construct Massive Grain Silo Between Shahbad and Ambala to Secure Harvests

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGrain storage, Haryana agriculture, Hisar Airport, Nayab Singh Saini, Palwal water supply, Shahbad Ambala silo

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has prioritized the permanent resolution of grain storage issues by directing the construction of a large-scale silo between Shahbad and Ambala. During a high-level review meeting held at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Wednesday, the Chief Minister emphasized that providing adequate warehouse and silo facilities is essential to prevent grain wastage and honour the hard work of the province's farmers. He instructed officials to identify approximately 100 acres of land situated strategically between a railway line and a road to ensure cost-effective connectivity across the country. The designated departments have been…

05 May

Haryana Becomes First Northern State to Provide Free Platelets for Dengue Patients

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanablood donation, Dengue treatment, free platelets, Haryana, Healthcare milestone, Manohar Lal, Nayab Saini

Kurukshetra (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced on Tuesday that Haryana has become the first state in Northern India to provide free Single Donor Platelets to dengue patients in government hospitals. Speaking at a blood donation camp and religious ceremony organized in Ladwa to celebrate the birthday of Union Minister Manohar Lal, the Chief Minister highlighted that the state government is also providing a reimbursement of 11,000 rupees to those suffering from the disease. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize healthcare and ensure that life-saving treatments remain accessible to every citizen regardless of…

05 May

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Vows to Make Province Stray-Cattle Free; Distributes Over ₹70 Lakh in Grants

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnimal Husbandry, Cow sanctuaries, Fodder grant, Haryana Gaushala, Ladwa news, Nayab Singh Saini, Stray Cattle

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has reaffirmed that clearing the state’s roads of stray cattle remains a top priority for his administration. Speaking on Tuesday at a grant distribution ceremony held at the Shri Krishna Gaushala Society in Ladwa, Kurukshetra, the Chief Minister emphasized that the government is taking comprehensive steps to ensure the dignity and safety of cows. To facilitate this, two major cow sanctuaries have been established—one in village Nain in Panipat district and another in village Dhandhur in Hisar district. Saini revealed that ₹8 crore has already been released to provide essential infrastructure,…

05 May

Digital Oversight in Elections: Poll Dashboard to Track Every Activity in Haryana

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaDigital monitoring, Election Commission, Haryana Elections, Poll Dashboard, Polling day, Real-time tracking

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana State Election Commission is intensifying its focus on digital transparency and real-time monitoring through the effective implementation of the Poll Dashboard portal and its integrated mobile application. During a high-level video conference held in Chandigarh on Tuesday, May 5, Secretary of the State Election Commission Gaurav Kumar met with Returning Officers and Assistant Returning Officers from various districts to review preparation strategies. The commission emphasized that the digital framework is designed to provide accurate, transparent, and time-bound supervision of every phase of the electoral process. All concerned officials have been directed to ensure that information…

05 May

Developed India 2047 Vision Linked to Women’s Empowerment, Says Haryana CM Nayab Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAI Centre, Developed India 2047, Haryana news, IAS coaching, Kurukshetra University, Nayab Saini, Women Empowerment

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that the dream of a "Viksit Bharat" or Developed India by 2047 can only be realized through the comprehensive development and empowerment of women. Speaking on Tuesday at Kurukshetra University during the inauguration of a seminar and exhibition titled "Empowered Woman, Empowered Society, Empowered Nation," the Chief Minister stated that a nation reaches its peak only when its female citizens are truly empowered. The event, organized jointly by the university and the Department of Information, Public Relations, and Languages, served as a platform to highlight the pivotal role of women…

04 May

Minister Rao Narbir Singh Directs Gurugram Officials to Fast-Track Infrastructure and Monsoon Preparedness

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaDrainage System, GMDA, Gurugram infrastructure, Monsoon Preparedness, Narbir Singh, road projects, waste management

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Industries and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh chaired a high-level review meeting at the Public Works Department Rest House in Gurugram on Monday to evaluate the progress of essential civic amenities and infrastructure projects. Addressing senior officials from the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority and the Municipal Corporation Gurugram, the Minister emphasised that transforming the city into a better-organised urban centre is a top priority for the provincial government. He issued strict instructions to ensure that the pace of development is accelerated and that residents do not face avoidable inconveniences. The meeting was attended by GMDA Chief…