Author Archives: Thomas Haribol

Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Sikhawat offers a flower at the wing entrance. This week, “Rasa – An Ocean of Nectar”, the new wing of the museum at ISKCON East of Kailash (New Delhi), was inaugurated by India’s Minister of Tourism and Culture…

His Grace Agnidev Das a senior disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, a renowned kirtaniya, leader, and recording artist whose devotional music has inspired devotees around the world for decades, passed away on April 28…

After more than a decade of effort, grave challenges, and a restoration completed in just thirteen months, ISKCON Kolkata has opened Bhakti Bhavan, the ancestral home of  Srila Bhaktivinod Thakur at 181 Ramesh Dutta Street, Kolkata, as a heritage site …

On the auspicious occasion of Narasimha Chaturdashi, ISKCON Communications has launched the first phase of a newly redesigned official website at ISKCON.org. The updated site is intended to provide a clearer, more welcoming gateway for both newcomers a…

The following statement was released by the ISKCON North America Communications Office on behalf of the North American Regional Governing Body (NA RGB) Full Statement: April 30, 2026, Nṛsiṁha Caturdaśī The ISKCON North America Regional Governing Body (NA…

Deena Bandhu Das spoke at ISKCON Vrindavan on the Disappearance Day of His Grace Jayananda Das, remembering him as one of Srila Prabhupada’s most beloved disciples and a model of humble, tireless service. Deena Bandhu recalled that Jayananda, born Jim …

The prasadam booth offered more than food—it became a gateway for introducing locals to ISKCON St. Louis. St. Louis, Missouri, once again demonstrated its strong commitment to environmental stewardship during Earth Day 2026, highlighted by the return o…

Sunday’s Memorial at the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah. Memorial services were held on April 25–26 at the ISKCON temples in Salt Lake City and Spanish Fork, Utah, to honor the life and service of His Grace Caru Das, who passe…

We are saddened to announce the passing of His Grace Agnideva Dasa on April 28th at 8:34 PM MDT in Salt Lake City, Utah, following a severe stroke he suffered on Sunday after Caru Das’s memorial service in Spanish Fork. According to a post by Anuradha …

The Bhaktivedanta Research Center (BRC) has been entrusted by the ISKCON Juhu temple with the preservation and documentation of the personal room of His Holiness Gopal Krishna Goswami. The project is being undertaken as a service in honor of his second…

Some journeys begin with certainty while others begin with questions that refuse to be silenced—and for Ujjvala Radhe Devi Dasi, known professionally as Dr. Uma Pallavi Pothu, it was the latter.  What began as a sincere search for answers has blossomed…

Her Grace Saudamini Devi Dasi, a beloved disciple of Srila Prabhupada and the wife of Ravindra Svarupa Prabhu, passed away in the sacred dhama of Sridham Mayapur, at approximately 1:00 AM IST on April 26, 2026.  In Philadelphia, she departed during yes…

Each year, devotees of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) around the world participate in one of the movement’s most significant annual outreach efforts: the December Book Distribution Marathon. Its origins trace back to Decem…

Participants in the 29th Annual Vaishnava-Christian Dialogue held in Potomac, Maryland. Around a dozen religious scholars, clergy, and spiritual practitioners gathered at ISKCON of DC in Potomac on April 17–18, 2026, for the 29th Annual Vaishnava-Chris…

The 15th European Farm Conference, organized by ISKCON’s Ministry of Cow Protection and Agriculture, will be held on September 11–13, 2026, at the newly established Goloka Ecofarm in Savona, Italy. Located between Genoa and Savona, the ecofarm will hos…

On the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, ISKCON Mayapur launched its latest initiative, an Interactive Timeline of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada (1896–1977), ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya. This engaging timeline pre…

Bhaktivedanta Manor’s Devotee Care Office (DCO) has been recognized for its outstanding community service, receiving a Civic Award in the Community Care category at Hertsmere’s annual ceremony held at the Hilton DoubleTree in Borehamwood. Krishna…

Getting ready for EEG data collection. In the Srimad Bhagavatam 1.5.22 purport, Srila Prabhupada said: “When advancement of knowledge is applied in the service of the Lord, the whole process becomes absolute. The Personality of Godhead and His tr…

The National Sanskrit University has launched a new undergraduate degree program titled Śāstrī in Gauḍīya Darśana, equivalent to a Bachelor of Arts degree. The initiative offers students an opportunity to study Gauḍīya Vedānta within a formal universit…

Trailer screenshot. Following the success of the Mahavatar Narsimha animated film, the creators have officially announced Mahavatar Parshuraam as the next film in the Mahavatar cinematic universe. This latest installment is scheduled for release in Dec…

The ISKCON North America Congregational Development Ministry will officially launch with a virtual event on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Open to all North American devotees, the Zoom session will introduce a new initiat…

Lifelong bonds formed, devotees gather after a journey of togetherness. On the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, ISKCON UK has formally recognized the UK bus tour as an official national initiative, marking a significant step forward in youth out…

Photo courtesy of Soummyo Sarker. The ISKCON center in Vienna joined a global network of spiritual communities on April 6, 2026, for the Peacewave Festival – “Worldwide Lights for Peace,” a coordinated international observance that brought together par…

Beginning on Sunday, May 10, 2026, and continuing through July 19, 2026, an online Grief Support Group will meet weekly from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST. Designed to help participants navigate one of life’s most profound challenges, the program offers…

A new network is being formed to connect and support sanga leaders ahead of the 2026 Bhadra campaign, while organizers are also encouraging temples to use a new banner resource designed to inspire and promote Srimad-Bhagavatam distribution. The initiat…

Nityanand Ashraya Das, Sri Karta Das, along with talented devotees from Yamuna Nagar, participated in the two-day seminar. Under the flagship of ISKCON’s Congregational Development Ministry, a two-day Preaching Krishna Consciousness with Excellence tra…

Devotee youth from across Europe who participated in the 2024 IEI World Cleanup Day initiative while on retreat at Villa Vrindavana. The ISKCON Environmental Initiative (IEI) will host a youth-led online seminar on April 18, 2026, inviting devotees wor…

It all started a decade ago with the 50/50 Campaign, an initiative by the BBT to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of ISKCON, which encouraged devotees to distribute 50 of Srila Prabhupada’s books in 2016. I wanted to come up with different ways to dis…

Gita Valley (ISKCON Gita Nagari) has released its Q1 2026 quarterly update, titled “Soil, Soul, and Sweet Abundance,” offering a glimpse into a season marked by spiritual programs, community service, and continued growth. Among the highlights are the c…

Representatives of both institutions with the signed Memorandum of Understanding. In a significant step toward bridging India’s ancient intellectual heritage with modern academic research, the Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhuba…

Caru Das and his wife, Vaibhavi Devi Dasi, inside the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple (photo credit: Salt Lake Tribune); Caru at the initiation ceremony in February, where he accepted seven disciples. UPDATE 4/10/26 (See Schedule for Memorials, New Apprec…

As ISKCON prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, organizers of the upcoming New York City anniversary gala have announced a special Early Bird ticket discount available now through April 30. The gala will honor the legacy of ISKCON’s Founder-Achar…

Braja Vilasa and the TOVP Team are pleased to announce our annual matching fundraiser: the Prabhupada 50 12-Day Matching Fundraiser. The fundraiser begins on the auspicious Akshaya Tritiya day, April 19, and ends on the most joyful appearance day of Lo…

A recent “behind the scenes” video published by NDTV showcased one of the ISKCON Krishna Balaram Mandir’s most important services, distributing prasadam to the thousands of pilgrims who visit this iconic temple in Vrindavan. Inspired …