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Sundar Pichai’s IIT batchmate became a famous monk; what he told him when they met years later

Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Google, and Gauranga Das, an ISKCON monk, were IIT classmates back in 1993. Decades later, they reunited to explore their divergent journeys. Pichai leads a globally recognized tech powerhouse known for its stress-laden environment, while Das embraces a tranquil, faith-driven life. Their engaging conversation showcased…

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Hindu monk, in Bangladesh jail, gets 5-hour parole to attend mother's funeral

Chattogram district deputy commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Islam Mia ordered his release after Das’s family submitted an application. His mother, 70-year-old Sandhya Rani Dhar, died early on Thursday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Hathazari. Das was previously associated with Iskcon and serves as a spokesman for Hindu Sammilito Sanatan…

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Mumbai ISKCON Govinda's Restaurant licence suspended after FDA finds pest infestation, raw materials not cleaned before cooking

Mumbai’s FDA has suspended the licence of ISKCON’s Govinda’s Restaurant after an inspection found pest infestation, uncleaned raw materials, poor drainage and other food safety and hygiene violations. The FDA also suspended licences of two other food establishments at ISKCON’s Hare Krishna Land in Juhu.

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IIT Mandi probes 'Shudras serve higher classes' poster; director blames some students' interpretation

IIT Mandi has ordered an inquiry into a controversial Bhagavad Gita poster. The poster suggested Shudras should serve higher classes, sparking outrage. Director Laxmidhar Behera distanced the institute from the poster's contents. He stated the institute strongly condemns all forms of caste discrimination. An inquiry committee is investigating the student-led…

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JNU cancels permission for Umar Khalid book discussion, cites 'non-disclosure of full facts'

Jawaharlal Nehru University cancelled an auditorium booking for a book discussion. The administration cited non-disclosure of full programme facts as the reason. The JNU Students Union condemned the arbitrary and authoritarian decision. They stated discussing books is fundamental to academic and democratic engagement. The discussion will now proceed outdoors to…

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Suvendu Adhikari joins Rath Yatra in Kolkata amid heavy rain

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari celebrated Rath Yatra in Kolkata. He joined ISKCON devotees and pulled the chariot ropes at Albert Road. The Chief Minister expressed pride in participating in this significant religious festival. He also mentioned the state government's collaboration with ISKCON on various programs. Rath Yatra celebrations…

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Eggs off plate, politics on menu: Bengal's school meal shift rekindles debate over food, identity

West Bengal's school kitchens are now the center of a political storm as the BJP government replaces eggs in mid-day meals with vegetarian alternatives, engaging ISKCON for the pilot project. This move reignites the debate over nutrition, culture, and identity, echoing the election-season clash where fish became a symbol of…

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West Bengal mid-day meal row: Which is a better source of protein, eggs or soya?

A controversy has erupted in West Bengal as state-run schools may cease serving eggs under ISKCON's midday meal program. ISKCON asserts that plant-based alternatives like soya chunks, rajma, and paneer offer equivalent or superior protein and nutrients. While eggs are lauded for high-quality protein and muscle-building amino acids, soya provides…

The Economic Times

Suvendu Adhikari performs 'gau puja' during first ISKCON visit as Bengal CM

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the ISKCON headquarters in Nadia district. He performed 'gau puja' and interacted with monks. The visit followed the BJP's assembly election victory. Security was tightened around the temple complex. The CM showed interest in ISKCON's activities. This visit carried political significance in the…

The Economic Times

7 Lord Krishna Temples You Must Visit Before You Die

India is dotted with sacred temples, but few places capture the soul like the temples of Lord Krishna. From the playful charm of his childhood in Mathura to the serene banks of Yamuna in Vrindavan, these temples are not just spiritual destinations they are experiences that touch your heart and…

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Hindu devotional singing is having a moment

According to Grammy Award-winner Chandrika Tandon and other devotional musicians, the melodic repetition of Vedic mantras, often associated with the many names of the tradition’s various deities, has proved to calm the mind for centuries

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"BJP ne Kumbh ki hi aag lagadi": SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav

As many as 20-22 tents were burnt in this fire incident, however, no injury or loss of life was reported in the incident. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bangladesh: Bail hearing of Hindu priest Chinmoy Brahmmachari likely to be held next week

Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmmachari, the spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatani Jagran Jote, has applied for bail in the High Court in the sedition case on the charge of insulting the national flag of Bangladesh, a lawyer said on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Anant Ambani's Vantara welcomes ISKCON elephants for rehabilitation

Two elephants from the ISKCON temple in Mayapur, West Bengal, are set to begin a new chapter in their lives under the care of Vantara, an advanced animal rescue and rehabilitation facility in Gujarat. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Iskcon devotees pray for safety of Hindus in Bangladesh

Iskcon devotees on Tuesday joined in prayers in Kolkata for the safety of Hindus and a peaceful 2025 for the minority community which has been facing attacks in Bangladesh since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government. Read further on Dynamite News:

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On Gita Jayanti, Hare Krishnas celebrate the birth of the sacred text Bhagavad Gita

Dec. 11 marked Gita Jayanti, the day that many Hindus believe Lord Krishna spoke the words of the holy Bhagavad Gita to warrior prince Arjuna more than 5,000 years ago

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Idols burnt in another attack on Hindu temple in Bangladesh, complaint filed

The Mahabhagya Lakshminarayan Mandir, at Dhor village, in North of Dhaka came under attack on late Friday night. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bangladesh Nationalist Party acting chairperson Tariq Rahman acquitted in grenade attacks case on Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh High Court has acquitted all the accused including the Acting Chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Tareq Rahman in the August 21 grenade attacks case on former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, lawyers said on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bangladesh: Bank accounts of Chinmoy Krishna Das, 16 others frozen

The authorities action comes after the Bangladesh High Court rejected a plea seeking a ban on International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Shashi Tharoor expresses concern on condition of minorities in Bangladesh

Tharoor said that the committee on external affairs has called a meeting on the situation in Bangladesh on December 11.

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ISKCON stages protest in Kolkata over Chinmoy Krishna Das's arrest

The ISKCON members also expressed concern over the condition of religious minorities in Bangladesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Leaders in India condemn Chinmoy Das' arrest in Bangladesh, demand his release

Amid chaos over the arrest of the former priest ISKCON Bangladesh Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari on sedition charges, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday morning expressed solidarity with the Hindu monk, labelling his arrest as "unjust." Read further on Dynamite News:

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"We urge B'desh to ensure safety of Hindus," MEA on Chittagong attacks

India has again condemned recent attacks on the Hindu community in Chittagong, Bangladesh and said that such actions would only create more tensions in the community. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kim Kardashian Serves Indian Food “Just For The Camera” Years After Calling It “Disgusting”

The internet found it hypocritical of Kim Kardashian to serve Indian food years after calling it "disgusting". The post Kim Kardashian Serves Indian Food “Just For The Camera” Years After Calling It “Disgusting” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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PM Modi interacts with artists of Russian Cultural Troupe

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with artists of the Russian Cultural Troupe who performed to welcome him during his address to the Indian community in Moscow. Read further on Dynamite News:

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