Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

17 Jan

Digital Policing Strengthens Citizen Safety and Transparency – ACS Home, Dr. Sumita Misra

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra today said that the adoption of digital policing platforms marks a significant step towards making policing more transparent, responsive and citizen-friendly. She said that technology-driven initiatives under the Digital Police framework are empowering citizens while simultaneously enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies. Dr. Misra said that the Digital Police portal (https://digitalpolice.gov.in/), developed under the Ministry of Home Affairs, provides a comprehensive platform for citizens to access a wide range of police services online. These include filing crime-related complaints, reporting cyber-crimes, tracking the status of complaints, obtaining…

16 Jan

Haryana Government Implementing Visionary and Farmer-Friendly Policies on a Continuous Basis: Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, January 16: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Thursday said that the state government is consistently implementing visionary and farmer-centric policies to enhance farmers’ income, promote horticulture, and make agriculture more profitable. The Agriculture Minister said that the Haryana Horticulture Nursery Act–2025 has been implemented with the objective of providing high-quality planting material of fruits, flowers, vegetables, medicinal plants, and other horticultural crops to farmers and consumers. The Act will ensure quality standards in nurseries and encourage farmers to adopt horticulture, thereby increasing their income. Sharing details of the Chief Minister Horticulture Insurance Scheme (Mukhya…

16 Jan

50% Anganwadi Workers to Be Promoted as Supervisors: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Major Decisions Taken for Anganwadi Workers; 54,000 Children Freed from Malnutrition in Haryana Chandigarh, January 16: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday announced that 50 percent of Anganwadi workers in the state will be promoted to the post of Supervisor, marking a significant decision for the welfare of Anganwadi staff. He said that during the previous budget, 66 announcements related to Women and Child Development were made, out of which 59 have already been implemented, while work on three announcements is currently in progress. The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting regarding the announcements of the Women…

16 Jan

Haryana Government Strengthening Social Harmony Through Teachings of Saints: Chief Minister

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Grand State-Level Function to Be Held at Umri in Kurukshetra on January 31 on Sant Guru Ravidas Jayanti State-Level Ceremony to Be Presided Over by Cabinet Minister Krishan Lal Panwar Chandigarh, January 16: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that the state government has initiated the practice of officially organizing celebrations on the birth anniversaries of great saints to pass on their teachings and life values to the younger generation, thereby promoting social harmony in society. Continuing this initiative, a grand state-level function will be organized on January 31 at Umri in Kurukshetra on the occasion of Sant Shiromani…

15 Jan

CM Nayab Singh Saini Inaugurates Renovation and Beautification of Tau Devi Lal Town Park in Hisar

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Chandigarh, January 15: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday inaugurated the renovation and redevelopment works of Tau Devi Lal Town Park, located in the PLA area of Hisar. On the occasion, the Chief Minister toured the park and reviewed the facilities created for the public. The Chief Minister said that the town park has been developed on the Panchatatva (Five Elements) theme, which represents an excellent blend of modern art and innovation. The objective of the project is to provide citizens with a modern, theme-based, and recreational public space. An open-air theatre has been constructed in the park…

15 Jan

No Shortage of Doctors Will Be Allowed in Haryana: Health Minister Arti Singh Rao

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Chandigarh, January 15: Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao said that no shortage of doctors of any kind will be allowed in the state. She informed that recruitment of 64 dental surgeons will be carried out shortly, for which Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has already given his approval. This recruitment will further strengthen dental healthcare services in the state and ensure timely and improved treatment for the general public. The Health Minister said that the Haryana government is continuously working to strengthen the public healthcare system across the state. Along with the appointment of doctors, dental surgeons, and supporting…

14 Jan

Plan to Provide Nearby Markets for Fish Farmers to Sell Their Produce: Haryana Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, January 14: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Fisheries Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Tuesday directed officials to prepare a concrete action plan to provide fish farmers with markets near their locations so that they do not have to travel to distant areas to sell their produce. The minister was chairing a pre-budget consultation meeting with senior officials of the Fisheries Department at his office here. Additional Chief Secretary of the department, Raja Shekhar Vundru, along with other senior officers, was present during the meeting. During the discussion, the Fisheries Minister sought details regarding the utilization of the budget…

14 Jan

Muktsar Sahib’s Sacred Land Etched in Golden Pages of History: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh, January 14: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday said that Punjab and Haryana are not merely neighboring states but are bound by ties of blood and brotherhood. Addressing a gathering at the Maghi Mela in Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab, the Chief Minister said the people of Haryana share deep affection for Punjab and have always stood by the state in times of need. Referring to a recent natural calamity in Punjab, CM Saini said that when the people of Punjab were facing hardships, residents of Haryana extended every possible support, like an elder brother. “This reflects our…

14 Jan

Haryana bans use of ‘Harijan’ and ‘Girijan’ words in official communications

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National Times Bureau :- The Haryana government has asked all its departments, public and educational institutes and others to "strictly avoid" using the terms 'Harijan' and 'Girijan' in official communications in respect of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) respectively. This has been disclosed in a report by NDTV. According to report, the Haryana Chief Secretary's Office issued a letter in this regard on Tuesday. Mahatma Gandhi had named the SCs as 'Harijans', meaning 'people of God'. However, BR Ambedkar was against the use of 'Harijans' and he preferred to call them Dalits. It said that the Haryana government…

13 Jan

Prayagraj Magh Mela a Centre of Faith, Devotion and Social Harmony: Gaurav Gautam

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Chandigarh, January 13 — Haryana Minister of State for Sports Gaurav Gautam on Tuesday flagged off a special bus service from Palwal to Prayagraj to facilitate devotees wishing to attend the Magh Mela, which is being held in Uttar Pradesh till February 15 on the occasion of Mahashivratri. Launching the Palwal–Prayagraj special bus from Palwal bus stand, Gautam said the direct bus connectivity would greatly benefit pilgrims by enabling them to visit the Magh Mela and take a holy dip without inconvenience. He noted that several major bathing rituals and religious events are scheduled during the Magh Mela, which will…