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ISKCON News - Thu, 01/18/2024 - 3:55pm

Richa Sinha, President of SHF, First Minister Humza Yousaf, Prabhupada Prana Das, ISKCON Scotland, and Suman Vohra, VP of Edinburgh Hindu Temple. On 17th January, Prabhupada Prana Das, Temple President of the ISKCON Karuna Bhavan temple in Lesmahagow, Scotland, met with Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf along with other representatives of the Scottish Hindu Foundation […]

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ISKCON Temple President Signs Interfaith Covenant to Promote Respect and Cooperation

ISKCON News - Wed, 01/17/2024 - 12:42pm

Visakha Dasi signing the Hertfordshire Faith Covenant. ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor’s Temple President, Visakha Dasi, joined 21 other senior faith representatives and those in the field of education from across Hertfordshire County for a special interfaith event. They each signed what is called the “Hertfordshire Faith Covenant” which included a shared set of principles that will […]

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ISKCON Devotee Part of Religious Panel on BBC Discussing Ethical Implications of Synthetic Meat

ISKCON News - Tue, 01/16/2024 - 3:36pm

Achyuta Masoumi from ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor was recently part of a panel of religious guests on BBC’s Beyond Belief broadcast that discussed the ethical implications of lab-grown synthetic meat created from stem cells. Guests discussed the issue and related challenges from their scriptures and philosophy, bringing a Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and Vaishnava perspective to this […]

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Exploring the Phenomenal Rise of the Mayapur Community Hospital

ISKCON News - Tue, 01/16/2024 - 2:30am

Dr. Uttam Pegu meeting with a young devotee. The Mayapur Community Hospital is a testament to physical well-being and a beacon of holistic healing, transcending the conventional realms of medical care. Here are some of the updates on the phenomenal developments in the hospital including new staff, state-of-the art equipment, website, digital records, donation options, […]

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ISKCON Joins In Celebration of the Ayodhya Temple Opening in India

ISKCON News - Mon, 01/15/2024 - 10:02pm

Official Statement from ISKCON Communications Ministry, January 15, 2024 The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) will join in the global celebration of the honor given to Lord Sri Rama via the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Northern India, on January 22, 2024. ISKCON temples in India will participate in a special […]

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Audiobook Review “Great Bharata: The Invasion Begins, Vol. 1” by Dr. Howard Resnick (HD Goswami)

ISKCON News - Mon, 01/15/2024 - 6:13pm

Humans are hardwired for stories. Ancient epics, first oral and later written, have long shaped individuals, cultures, and civilizations. Truly great stories preserve the values, beliefs, and identities of societies, transmit wisdom and moral lessons, and inspire our art and music.  Growing up in the West, I was shaped by stories and characters from the […]

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Cyclone Belal Threatens Mauritius, ISKCON Mauritius Devotees Safe Amidst Adverse Conditions

ISKCON News - Mon, 01/15/2024 - 4:04pm

In the face of Cyclone Belal’s imminent threat to the island of Mauritius, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Mauritius assures that all devotees are safe and sound, with no reported damage to any of their temples or centers. Unfortunately, the cyclone has claimed the life of one Mauritian motorcyclist, and significant flooding has […]

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GBC statement on Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Goswami Maharaja

ISKCON News - Mon, 01/15/2024 - 12:10pm

The Governing Body Commission (GBC) hereby encourages and directs all ISKCON leaders, temples, and communities to arrange special celebrations for the 150th Anniversary of the appearance of His Divine Grace Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Goswami Maharaja during the months of February and March 2024. This is an important celebration for ISKCON recognizing the very special and […]

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Hindu Forum of Belgium is Granted the First Step Towards Official Recognition of Hinduism by Belgian Parliament

ISKCON News - Mon, 01/15/2024 - 12:01pm

Mahaprabhu Dasa speaking to representatives of the Hindu Belgium Forum. The Hindu Forum of Belgium (HFB) has issued a press release announcing that the Belgian Parliament has voted on January 11, 2024, to grant HFB a subsidy, which is a first step towards Hinduism being officially recognized as a religion in the European nation. This […]

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Hare Krishna Africa: Nurturing Devotional Roots Across the Continent

ISKCON News - Sun, 01/14/2024 - 3:40pm

Spurred by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hare Krishna Africa (HKA) platform has evolved into a transformative online and in-person network of African devotees. This innovative network utilizes social media, Zoom calls, and strategic cross-border connections to serve collaboratively on various issues facing ISKCON communities across multiple countries. Initiated by the visionary minds […]

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Devotee Panelists to Discuss “The Western Hindu Perspective on the Revitalization of Ayodhya Ram Mandir” on Webinar

ISKCON News - Sun, 01/14/2024 - 11:09am

On January 18, 7:30 PM EDT, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA) and the Vedic Friends Association (VFA) will be hosting an online webinar entitled “The Western Hindu Perspective on the Revitalization of Ayodhya Ram Mandir.”   Guest panelists include Balabhadra Bhattacarya Dasa, Sri Nandanandana Dasa, and Kavindra Rishi. Balabhadra Bhattacarya is the President of […]

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Braj Kund Restoration Project Unites Sustainability and Sacred Space

ISKCON News - Sat, 01/13/2024 - 12:55pm

In a serendipitous alignment of spiritual vision and environmental stewardship, The Braj Kund Restoration Project emerges as a beacon of hope, reflecting the essence of sustainable development and holistic conservation. For the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) community, this initiative transcends the boundaries of ecological restoration; it signifies a sacred duty to preserve the […]

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Report of GBC Meeting Highlights – January 10, 2024

ISKCON News - Sat, 01/13/2024 - 11:40am

1. Zonal Update In the zonal report, Malati Devi Dasi shared an inspiring update of the continued development of Krishna Consciousness in different areas of the US Midwest including Columbus, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Detroit, amongst others. Highlights included; the commencement of the construction for a grand temple in the greater Columbus area in Ohio, the […]

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International Journalist Profiles the Beginnings of the Hare Krishna Movement and Bhaktivedanta Manor

ISKCON News - Fri, 01/12/2024 - 8:19pm

Lianne Kolirin, a freelance journalist who has written for CNN, The Washington Post, The Daily Express, and The Jerusalem Post recently profiled the beginnings of the Hare Krishna movement in the UK and ISKCON’s Bhaktivedanta Manor. The article was published by The Religion Media Centre. This UK-based organization seeks to be a bridge between religions […]

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Nashik Sadhu Sanga 2023

ISKCON News - Fri, 01/12/2024 - 3:09pm

Ramlila group with Subhag Swami Maharaja. This year’s Sadhu Sanga program, organized by disciples of HH Subhag Swami Maharaja, was held from 30th December 2023 to 4th January 2024 at Janardan Swami Ashram in Nashik, Maharashtra. Each year, Maharaja selects a different place for the Sadhu Sanga program, and this time, it was the Nashik […]

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New Children’s Book by Visakha Dasi Explores Four Themes from the Bhagavad-gita

ISKCON News - Fri, 01/12/2024 - 12:43pm

Visakha Dasi has released a new book entitled Virtues for a Happy Life: Bhagavad-gita for Children. This beautifully designed volume makes the wisdom of the Gita easily accessible through photographs, paintings, and straightforward language as it explores four virtues found in the ancient text. “For me, the four virtues highlighted in the book are foundational […]

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Think Gita- A Free International Online Course Begins Today

ISKCON News - Thu, 01/11/2024 - 12:52pm

ISKCON UK is organizing a free international online course called Think Gita based on the teachings of S.B. Keshava Swami Maharaj. The taster session starts today January 11th at 8 pm GMT, and the 4-week course begins on 1st February, every Thursday from 8-9 pm GMT. Raja Mukunda Das, who has been teaching the Bhagavad-gita […]

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Complete Schedule for TOVP Sri Nrsimha Vaibhavitsava Festival Released in Digital Flipbook

ISKCON News - Thu, 01/11/2024 - 6:02am

The Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP) management is extremely pleased to announce the most auspicious and historic Sri Nrsimha Vaibhavitsava three-day festival from February 29 – March 2, 2024, celebrating the official opening of the Nrsimhadeva Wing in the TOVP. We are excited to provide all ISKCON devotees and members our festival announcement below […]

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New Food Truck at UCLA to Address Food Insecurity Among Students

ISKCON News - Wed, 01/10/2024 - 1:01pm

Krishna Lunch So Cal is a new creative outreach in southern California aimed at providing low-cost on-campus meals and meaningful connections as food insecurity sharply rises among college-age students. “Beyond being a nutritious food hub while addressing food insecurity among students, we envision Krishna Lunch So Cal as a place where the students and other […]

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BIHS to Hold Third Installment of Richard L. Thompson Lecture Series In-Person and Online

ISKCON News - Tue, 01/09/2024 - 4:24pm

The Bhaktivedanta Institute for Higher Studies (BIHS) will host the third installment of an ongoing lecture series based on the books of Richard L. Thompson (Sadaputa Dasa, 1947-2008) with a hybrid (online/in-person) event at the BIHS Headquarters in Gainesville, FL, on February 3, 2024, 11 AM to 1 PM EST.  In this series, Thompson’s books […]

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