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Sure Ways To Transcend Pain Forever

Pain is not always what we commonly think it is. Some pains are physical, while others are those originating in the mind. But regardless...
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When Ignorance Meets Arrogance – CJI Gavai Controversy

It is not a small thing when a CJI makes statements in the Supreme Court of India. With the ongoing trend of uncalled-for side...
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Why Mahavatar Narsimha Pounced On The Box Office – Tips Filmmakers Better Not Ignore

When Mahavatar Narsimha was announced, a few so-called “traditional” filmmakers chuckled dismissively. For them, it was just another religious or a “mythological” movie, a...
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Mahavatar Narsimha – A Cinematic Marvel Unfolding Vedic History

In May 2021, when director Ashwin Kumar shared with me an early clip of what he was working on, I sensed that something extraordinary...
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Sriman Paradhyeya Prabhu – A Lost Jewel Who Exemplified Humility in Service

Indeed, Paradhyeya prabhu's life teaches us that true greatness in a devotee's life lies not in titles or positions, but in service and surrender devoid of any trace of desire for name and fame. He worked hard as a grihastha, never used his position to live lavishly, and always practiced a simple lifestyle.
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Knowing Sri Mayapur As It Is – 11

Association invokes interest. Association also nourishes interest. Exactly the opposite, disassociation diminishes interest. Interestingly though, disassociation does not necessarily destroy interest, especially if the...
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Not-so-known side of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

Thinking of Netaji Sri Subhas Chandra Bose naturally makes one think of a fearless leader, a true warrior by spirt and deeds, an emblem...
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Srila Prabhupada – A Bharat Ratna Or Vishva Ratna?

Nations take pride in praising and promoting their heroes. While some great personalities are loved and adored only by their own countrymen or a...
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The biggest danger faced by seniors in spiritual life

Spiritual life is a progressive activity. As we grow we realize its value better. Being seniors by age or by experience in spiritual life...
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Knowing Sri Mayapur As It Is – 10

As months after months and years after years pass by, I keep wondering if my appreciation for and attachment to Sri Mayapur Dham has...

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Need for Animal Shelters in India

The presence of large number of animals that roam the streets of villages and cities in India is unfortunately the result of lack of...

Knowing Sri Mayapur As It Is -2

Welcome back! One more book that has made a lasting impression on my mind is Navadwip Dham Mahatmaya by Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur.  After briefly...
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Unconventional Diwali wishes specially for this year

When nothing seems to help, a simple positive thought can change people's life. Diwali is a unique festival when positive thoughts, well wishes, blessings...
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Learning more about Sri Krishna on Janmastami day

Did you ever ask yourself why, if Krishna was born only some 5000 years ago, His Name appears in Vedas and Puranas, which are...

New Prime Minister of India – What to Expect

As the results of India’s last election emerged, I noticed a new enthusiasm all around. People starting from rickshaw pullers to industrialists, and from...