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30 Jul

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Launch ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva For Viksit Bharat’ Campaign on August 2

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaanti-drug campaign, governance, Haryana, health, Kurukshetra, PM Modi, Youth Empowerment

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a major push to steer youth away from substance abuse and channel their energy toward nation-building, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the national ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva For Viksit Bharat – Sankalp Abhiyaan’ on August 2, 2026. As part of this nationwide initiative, lakhs of youth across Haryana will join the launch virtually, taking a pledge to build a drug-free society and transforming the campaign into a state-wide mass movement. The primary state-level event in Haryana will take place in Kurukshetra, with Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh attending as the chief guest. The event will gather…

30 Jul

Haryana Government Committed to Taking the Message of the Gita to Every Household: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGita, Guru Purnima, Haryana, Kurukshetra, Nayab Singh Saini, Swami Gyananand

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reaffirmed his government’s dedication to integrating the teachings of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita into the state's educational curriculum and promoting its wisdom in every home. Speaking on the occasion of Guru Purnima at the Gita Gyan Sansthanam in Kurukshetra, the Chief Minister emphasized that the Gita is not merely a religious text but a comprehensive science of living. He noted that the text’s synthesis of Karma (action), Dharma (duty), Gyan (knowledge), and Bhakti (devotion) serves as the foundational guide for societal and national progress. During his visit, Chief Minister Saini met…

02 Jul

Haryana to Provide Country’s Highest Daily Wage of 409 Rupees Under VB-JERAMJI Scheme

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanadaily wage, Haryana, Krishan Lal Panwar, Kurukshetra, rural employment, VB-JERAMJI

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Development and Panchayats Minister Krishan Lal Panwar announced that Haryana will offer the highest daily wage in the country at 409 rupees per day under the newly launched Viksit Bharat Employment and Livelihood Mission (VB-JERAMJI). Speaking at a state-level launch event held at Shri Krishna AYUSH University auditorium in Kurukshetra, the minister inaugurated the scheme digitally by kickstarting a pond-digging project in Shahzadpur village. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also addressed the gathering via a video link. The structural overhauls introduced to the scheme aim to optimize transparency and benefit disbursement for rural laborers. Under the…

11 May

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Inaugurates Langar Hall and Flags Off Kalash Yatra in Pehowa

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana, Kalash Yatra, Kurukshetra, Langar Hall, Nayab Singh Saini, Pehowa

Pehowa (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated in the state-level "Somnath Swabhiman Parv" programme held at the Sri Sangameshwar Mahadev Temple in Arunay, Pehowa, on Monday. The Chief Minister performed traditional prayers at the temple's sanctum sanctorum, seeking peace and prosperity for the residents of the province. During the event, he officially flagged off a grand Kalash Yatra involving 101 women, an occasion marked by a significant gathering of devotees and a vibrant spiritual atmosphere. In addition to the religious ceremonies, Chief Minister Saini inaugurated the Arunay Langar Hall located within the temple complex to serve visiting…

23 Jan

Chief Minister Grants ₹31 Lakh to International Jat Dharamshala in Kurukshetra

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaChaudhary Chhotu Ram, International Jat Dharamshala, Kurukshetra, Nayab Singh Saini

CM attends Basant Panchami programme, pays tribute to Chaudhary Chhotu Ram and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Chandigarh, January 23 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday announced a grant of ₹31 lakh for the International Jat Dharamshala in Kurukshetra, asserting that the ideals and struggles of Deenbandhu Chaudhary Chhotu Ram transformed the destiny of farmers and labourers in the country. He said the protection of agricultural land, dignity of farmers, and respect for workers formed the core principles of Chaudhary Chhotu Ram’s life, which continue to guide the policies of the present government. The Chief Minister was addressing…

02 Dec

Women Promote Eco-Friendly Jute Bags at International Gita Mahotsav, Draw Strong Response from Visitors

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaInternational Gita Mahotsav, jute bags, Kurukshetra, plastic-free Haryana

Chandigarh, December 2 — The International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra continues to attract huge crowds as artists showcase their craft and tourists arrive in record numbers. Adding to the festival’s vibrant atmosphere, women’s self-help groups are promoting a plastic-free Haryana by offering jute bags made entirely without synthetic materials.Members of the Jai Ambe Self-Help Group reached the festival with a range of handmade jute bags. Rekha, from Kheri Marankda village, said her group has set up stall number 842 on the northwest side of Brahmasarovar, where they are displaying different varieties of jute bags for visitors. She said their team…

01 Dec

Global Geeta Chant Resonates from Kurukshetra as 21,000 Children Join International Recitation

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGlobal Geeta Recitation, International Geeta Mahotsav, Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra, December 1 — The sacred grounds of Dharmakshetra–Kurukshetra echoed with the powerful message of the Bhagavad Gita on Monday as a grand global recitation was held at Keshav Park during the International Geeta Mahotsav. More than 21,000 children recited shlokas in unison, creating a divine atmosphere filled with devotion, knowledge and spirituality. The event showcased the Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, with participants from several countries joining the global chant. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the ceremony and announced a special holiday for the participating school students on Tuesday. Yoga guru Baba Ramdev and Geeta scholar Swami…

30 Nov

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Calls Bhagavad Gita a Universal Guide for Enlightened Action

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBhagavad Gita, C.P. Radhakrishnan, International Gita Mahotsav, Kurukshetra

Chandigarh, November 30 — Vice President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the All-India Devasthanam Conference held in Kurukshetra alongside the International Gita Mahotsav 2025. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Gita scholar Swami Gyananand Maharaj and several dignitaries were present at the event.The Vice President said he felt honoured to stand on the sacred land of Kurukshetra, known as the “land of the Vedas,” where Lord Krishna delivered the divine wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna thousands of years ago. He said Kurukshetra is a timeless reminder that righteousness always prevails over unrighteousness, no matter how strong the latter…

22 Nov

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Inaugurate Haryana Pavilion at International Gita Mahotsav on November 24

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana Pavilion, International Gita Mahotsav, Jyotisar, Kurukshetra, Narendra Modi, Rajnath Singh

Kurukshetra, November 22, 2025: The International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra continues to draw prominent national leaders, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh scheduled to inaugurate the Haryana Pavilion at Brahmasarovar on November 24. A day later, on November 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive to participate in the grand Maha Aarti. Public enthusiasm for the festival has surged, and officials expect the footfall to cross 70 lakh this year.A government spokesperson said the International Gita Mahotsav has been underway since November 15. With assistance from the Ministry of External Affairs, Gita Jayanti celebrations are being organized across 50 countries. Madhya…

12 Oct

Artisans from Across India and Abroad to Showcase Craft at International Geeta Festival 2025

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryanaIndian artisans, International Geeta Festival 2025, Kurukshetra

Chandigarh, October 12 – The International Geeta Festival 2025 is set to light up Kurukshetra from November 15 to December 5, with artisans from multiple Indian states adding vibrant hues of traditional craftsmanship. The festival will also feature folk art from several countries, celebrating and preserving global and regional cultural heritage.A government spokesperson said the festival will span 21 days, with the main events scheduled from November 24 to December 1. The Ministry of External Affairs has facilitated participation from over 25 scholars representing more than 15 countries, whose performances and discussions will enrich the festival’s atmosphere.Pre-festival activities include an…