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Krishna consciousness does not exclude mundane ethics; it goes beyond them

It is observed over and over again that many religious and spiritual leaders tend to take their popularity for granted and indulge in acts...

Seven purposes of ISKCON

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is the spiritual institution founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in July 1966 as...
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Srila Prabhupada tirobhava tithi – Carrying forth our inherited legacy

In 1965, when Srila Prabhupada left the auspicious land of Vrindavan to come to the west, no one thought he would be so successful;...
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Genuine humility cannot be developed artificially – Here is why

It is natural for a civilized society to consciously appreciate the value of humility. Unlike the colonial era when aristocracy was adorned with honorific...

Lesson from the Pune landslide tragedy

As per the latest reports, out of around 200 persons feared trapped under debris after a massive landslide hit the tribal village of Malin...
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Brihadeshwara Temple of Thanjavur

Also famed as the “Rajarajeshwara Temple”, “Rajarajeshwaram” and “Peruvudayar Temple”, this temple is located in Thanjavur in the state of Tamil Nadu. This temple...

Surprisingly long, 50 ft, dragon-like skeleton unearthed in China

Whenever there is a new discovery of an archaeological evidence of a large skeleton, it invariably accompanies a good number of assumptions as to...

You have been followed by Spyware for Six Years

The cyber security firm Symantec made a curious announcement over the weekend. Apparently, a highly sophisticated online spying tool has been in global circulation...

Is Darwinian Theory obsolete?

The Darwinian theory was central in the separation of church doctrine and the State/Politics/Leadership as it offered an alternative to creation by God and...

U.S.-India Joint Statement As It Is- White House Release

As the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns home after a successful meeting with U.S. President Barack Obama, there is a growing interest, not...

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Well said Modi – Our Education System Shouldn’t Produce Robots

Among the many laudable initiatives that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken up since he took charge at the PM office, one most important...
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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...

Light from smartphones lowers sleep hormone

Here is one more compelling reason why parents should not allow kids to use smartphones, tablets and video games, especially before bedtime. With a recent...
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Water! Water! Water!

Water, Water – And you thought the Corona Crisis was Bad! I managed an organic farm in Gujarat in 2017, sustainability was a major feature...

Jayapataka Swami – An Epitome of Unending Inspiration

Inspiring by advertisement is one thing; inspiring by own example is another. Being popular is one thing but being popular among civilized and learned...