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| occupation=Journalist, Editor, Author, Media Personality, CEO & Founder
| occupation=Journalist, Editor, Author, Lyricist, Media Personality, CEO & Founder
| yearsactive=1996–present
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| knownfor=CEO & Founder of R-19 NEWS TV, Editor-in-Chief of The Times of Punjab, Author of 7 books
| knownfor=Founder of R-19 NEWS TV; Editor-in-Chief of The Times of Punjab; Author of 7 books; Punjabi lyricist; International award-winning journalist
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Sarranjit Bains is an Indian journalist, editor, author, lyricist and media personality based in East Moline, Illinois, United States. He is the CEO & Founder of R-19 NEWS TV and Editor-in-Chief of The Times of Punjab. With more than 27 years of experience in journalism and media, he has authored 7 books, written lyrics for Punjabi singers, and received numerous awards for reporting and anchoring.
'''Saranjit Singh Bains''' (born 12 January 1975) is a veteran Indian journalist, editor, author, lyricist, and media personality known for his three decades of contribution to journalism, literature, Punjabi culture, and international media. He is the CEO and Founder of '''R-19 NEWS TV''' and Editor-in-Chief of '''The Times of Punjab'''.
 
Bains has authored seven books and has written lyrics performed by renowned Punjabi artists. His professional career includes journalism and media assignments in India, the United Kingdom, Italy, the United States, Pakistan, and Canada. He has also received recognition at the '''Parliament of Ontario, Canada'''.
 
One of the major milestones of his literary career was the presentation of his biographical book on '''Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Ji''' to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi Ji.


==Early Life==
==Early Life==
Sarranjit Bains was born on 12 January 1975 in Punjab, India.
 
Saranjit Singh Bains was born on 12 January 1975 in Garhshankar, Punjab, India, to Agriculture Inspector '''Ram Das Bains''' and '''Sudesh Rani'''.
 
He completed his schooling at '''Doaba Public School, Parowal (Garhshankar)''' up to the 10th standard and subsequently continued his studies at '''Senior Secondary Public School, Garhshankar'''. His early interest in news, writing, literature, and social issues contributed to his decision to pursue journalism.


==Education==
==Education==
* Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics & Communications – Punjab Technical University, India 
 
* Diploma in Computer Applications – India
* Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics & Communications – Punjab Technical University
* Diploma in Computer Applications – India


==Career==
==Career==
* CEO & Founder: R-19 NEWS TV (2019 – present) 
Responsible for editorial development, schedules, budgets, work allocation, training of news reporters, coordination of newsroom, internal and external communications, content verification, video editing, multimedia storytelling, and news coverage across print and digital media. 


* Editor-in-Chief: The Times of Punjab (2009 present)
Saranjit Singh Bains began his professional journalism career in 1994 with the Punjabi newspaper '''Daily Aaj Di Awaaz'''. Over the course of his career, he has worked with newspapers, television channels, radio organizations, and international media platforms.
In charge of editorial content, features, blogs, special editions, quality control, page approval, weekly editorial board meetings, recruitment, compliance with editorial standards and code of ethics. 
 
His professional career includes:
 
* '''CEO & Founder – R-19 NEWS TV''' (2019–present)
* '''Editor-in-Chief The Times of Punjab''' (2009–present)
* '''Mid-West Bureau Chief Global Punjab News Channel, USA''' (2013–2017)
* '''News Correspondent – Daily Punjabi Tribune, Chicago''' (2015–2016)
* '''Reporter – PTC News Channel, Italy''' (2007–2008)
* '''News Reader – Akash Radio, UK''' (2004–2008)
* '''Freelance Journalist – International Press Media, Punjab Express and Weekly Sailab''' (2004–2008)
* '''News Correspondent – Daily Desh Sewak, India''' (2001–2004)
* '''Press Correspondent – Daily Aaj Di Awaaz, India''' (1996–2001)


* Global Punjab News Channel – Mid-West Bureau Chief, USA (2013 – 2017) 
==Books==
Directed and coordinated personnel in selecting, gathering, and editing news. Set up interviews, wrote and edited stories, posted to social media. 


* Daily Punjabi Tribune – Chicago, USA – News Correspondent (2015 – 2016) 
Saranjit Singh Bains is the author of seven books associated with Punjabi literature, music, biographies, culture, and personalities.
Reported and wrote stories, conducted interviews, copy editing, grammar correction, and background research.


* PTC News Channel Italy News Reporter (2007 2008)
* '''Fankr Punj Aab De''' Synopsis by S. Shamsher Singh Sandhu, Dr. Tanvir Kaur, S. Prem Gorkhi, Shri Ninder Ghugianvi, and S. M. Sadiq (Pakistan). Published by The Times of Punjab.
Produced weekly features, conducted live interviews, covered immigration news, delivered news online.
* '''Satnaja''' Synopsis by Dr. Narendra Singh Kapoor, S. Sham Singh (Ang-Sang), and Dr. S. Tarsam (Editor, Nazria). Published by Lokgeet Parkashan, Chandigarh.
* '''Naio Labhne Lal Gwache – Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan''' – Punjabi version. Synopsis by Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. Published by Lokgeet Parkashan, Chandigarh.
* '''Naio Labhne Lal Gwache – Reshma''' – Synopsis by Sawan-Bhadon. Published by Lokgeet Parkashan, Chandigarh.
* '''Naio Labhne Lal Gwache – Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan''' – English version. Synopsis by Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan.
* '''Naio Labhne Lal Gwache – Tum Mujhe Yun Bhula Na Paoge''' – A work associated with legendary singer Mohammed Rafi. Synopsis by Yasmin K. Rafi, Padma Shri Dr. Surjit Patar, and Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans.
* '''Raag Ton Roohaniyat Tak''' – A biographical work dedicated to '''Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Ji'''. Synopsis by legendary Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar.


* News Reader: Akash Radio, UK (2004 – 2008) 
==Lifetime Achievements==
Anchored cultural events, commentated sports events, collected and analyzed news, collaborated with production crews. 


* Freelancer (2004 – 2008) for International Press Media, Punjab Express, Weekly Sailab. 
===Book Presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi===


* Daily Desh Sewak – India – News Correspondent (2001 – 2004) 
One of Saranjit Singh Bains's major lifetime professional achievements was personally presenting his book '''Raag Ton Roohaniyat Tak''', a biographical work on '''Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Ji''', to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, '''Shri Narendra Modi Ji'''.
Interviewed key personalities, reported stories, conducted background research, edited copy.


* Daily Aaj Di Awaaz – India – Press Correspondent (1996 – 2001) 
The presentation of the book to the Prime Minister represents a significant milestone in Bains's career as an author and journalist and reflects his contribution to Punjabi literature, cultural documentation, and the promotion of distinguished personalities from Punjab.
Developed stories, analyzed news, conducted investigations, revised content for editorial approval.


==Summary==
===Recognition at the Parliament of Ontario===
An innovative, competent and successful editor with experience in managing newspaper and website divisions. Skilled in content development, design, production, managing writers, and writing editorials. Experienced in promotion of newspapers and websites with readership of over 100,000 globally. 


==Core Competencies==
In 2016, Saranjit Singh Bains was honoured at the '''Parliament of Ontario, Canada''', where he received recognition from several ministers for his contribution to journalism, literature, and Punjabi cultural activities.
* News writing & editorial skills 
* Developing story ideas 
* Analyzing & interpreting information 
* Live reporting skills 
* Communication skills (multilingual) 
* Coordination with teams 
* Ability to spot uncommon stories 
* Team leadership & mentoring 


==Life Time Achievements==
===International Journalism Career===
* Author of 7 books including: 
 
* Fankr Punj – Aab De 
Bains has developed an international professional career spanning India, the United Kingdom, Italy, the United States, Canada, and other regions. His work has included newspaper reporting, television journalism, radio broadcasting, editorial leadership, and international Punjabi media.
* Satnaja 
* Naio Labhne Lal Gwache (Punjabi & English Versions, inspired by Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Reshma, Mohammed Rafi) 
* Rag, Ruhaneeyat toh Rajbhaag tak (Hans Raj Hans) 
* Recognized by the Government of Ontario (Canada) in March 2016 by several Ministers.


==Achievements==
==Achievements==
* Best Reporter Award – Akash Radio, Italy (2007) 
* Best Reporting Award – Daily Desh Sewak, India (2000) 
* Best Anchoring Award (2000) 
* Awards of Honour for Journalism and Media Contributions 
* Lyricist of Punjabi songs sung by Hans Raj Hans, Feroz Khan, Masha Ali, Akhtar Ali, Bai Bhola Yamla, Harmeet Singh, Sunil Dogra and others. 
* Award for International Punjabi Conference – Lahore College for Women University, Pakistan (2017). 


==Philanthropy==
* '''Book presented to Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi Ji.'''
Sarranjit Bains has contributed to cultural preservation, Punjabi literature, and promoting cross-border literary works with artists from India and Pakistan.
* Personally presented '''Raag Ton Roohaniyat Tak''', his biographical work on Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Ji, to the Prime Minister.
* Honoured at the '''Parliament of Ontario, Canada''' in 2016 by several ministers.
* Invited as an honouree at the '''International Punjabi Conference, Lahore College for Women University, Pakistan''' in 2017.
* '''Best Reporter Award – Akash Radio, Italy''' (2007).
* '''Best Reporting Award – Daily Desh Sewak, India''' (2000).
* '''Best Anchoring Award''' (2000).
* Recognized for contributions to Punjabi journalism, literature, media, and cultural activities.
* Lyricist for Punjabi singers including '''Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans, Feroz Khan, Masha Ali, Akhtar Ali, Bai Bhola Yamla, Harmeet Singh, and Sunil Dogra'''.
 
==Honours and Recognitions==
 
* Recognized by the '''Government of Ontario, Canada''' in 2016.
* Awarded and honoured at the '''Parliament of Ontario, Canada'''.
* Honoured by cultural and literary institutions in India and Pakistan.
* Invited as an honouree at the '''International Punjabi Conference, Lahore College for Women University, Pakistan''' in 2017.
* Received recognition for journalism and anchoring during his professional career.
 
==Lyric Writing and Punjabi Culture==
 
In addition to journalism and publishing, Saranjit Singh Bains has contributed to Punjabi music and cultural expression as a lyricist. His lyrics have been associated with several established Punjabi singers, including Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans and other artists.
 
His literary interests include Punjabi poetry, biographies, cultural documentation, journalism, and the preservation of Punjabi heritage.
 
==Philanthropy and Cultural Contribution==
 
Bains has contributed to the promotion and preservation of Punjabi literature, journalism, and cultural heritage. Through his media and literary activities, he has supported cross-border cultural dialogue and collaborations involving communities in India, Pakistan, Europe, North America, and other regions.


==Personal Life==
==Personal Life==
Languages known: Punjabi, English, Hindi, Italian, French
 
Interests: News and article writing, entertainment, crime, current affairs, composing poems 
Saranjit Singh Bains is married to '''Prof. Dr. Navreet Kaur Bains''', a Pediatric Nursing academic, author, nurse educator, and mentor. She holds a Ph.D. in Pediatric Nursing and is associated with academic and literary activities.
Residence: East Moline, Illinois, USA 
 
Prof. Dr. Navreet Kaur Bains is the author of '''Bright Beginnings: A Student’s Guide to Pediatric Nursing''' (Volumes 1 & 2).
 
They have a daughter, '''Ridham Bains'''.
 
===Languages===
 
* Punjabi
* Hindi
* English
* Italian
* French
 
===Interests===
 
* Literature
* Poetry
* Journalism
* Punjabi culture
* Cross-cultural studies
* Public affairs


==External Links==
==External Links==
* [https://www.facebook.com/share/19oSPJ475b/?mibextid=wwXIfr Facebook – Sarranjit Bains]
 
* [https://www.instagram.com/sarranjitbainstalkshow Instagram – @sarranjitbainstalkshow]
* [https://www.facebook.com/share/19oSPJ475b/?mibextid=wwXIfr Facebook – Saranjit Singh Bains]
* [https://www.r19news.com R-19 NEWS TV Official Website]
* [https://www.instagram.com/sarranjitbainstalkshow Instagram – @sarranjitbainstalkshow]
* [https://www.thetimesofpunjab.com The Times of Punjab Official Website]
* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarranjit-bains LinkedIn – Saranjit Singh Bains]
* [ bainstheboss@gmail.com mailto: ]  
* [https://www.r19news.com R-19 NEWS TV Official Website]
* [editorbains@gmail.com - mailto:]
* [https://www.thetimesofpunjab.com The Times of Punjab Official Website]
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* [mailto:editorbains@gmail.com Email: [editorbains@gmail.com](mailto:editorbains@gmail.com)]
* Phone: +91-91159-70333, +91-63062-63062, +91-81263-81263
* Phone: +91-91159-70333, +91-63062-63062, +91-81263-81263