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Mahaprabhu Dasa, Director of MOSA (center), with the curator Sushma K. Bahl (far right), and ICCR DG K. Nandini Singla, guides Minister S. Jaishankar through the exhibit. The newly inaugurated Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center opened its doors in Paris on March 26, 2026, featuring an exhibition organized by the Museum of Sacred Art (MOSA) in […]

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A short educational video titled “Life Comes from Life” released on YouTube presents the Vedic philosophical perspective that living beings originate from a higher source of life rather than from inert matter. Beginning with reflections on the vast and orderly cosmos, the video notes that, despite scientific advances—such as mapping the universe and studying cellular […]

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1500+ People gather to attend the festival. The grand festival Amrit Utsav, held on 22 March 2026 at ISKCON Patna, unfolded as a vibrant celebration of devotion, unity, and spiritual joy under the inspiring theme “Bliss of Chanting, Dancing & Feasting.” Organized by the Temple Management Council (TMC) of ISKCON Patna, in collaboration with congregation […]

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Mukunda Goswami is now in recovery following recent brain surgery to relieve pressure caused by internal bleeding, according to an update from his care team. The procedure was successful, and devotees worldwide have been encouraged by early signs of movement as he begins the next phase of healing. The update follows an earlier report published […]

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Visakha Dasi (far left) with other religious leaders at the milestone event in Canterbury Cathedral . On 25 March 2026, a historic milestone was reached when, for the first time in the 1,400-year history of the role of the Archbishop of Canterbury, a woman was installed. Dame Sarah Mullally formally took her seat on the […]

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As the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) approaches its historic 60th anniversary, devotees around the world are being invited to participate in a special anniversary gala in New York City honoring the extraordinary legacy of ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Śrīla Prabhupāda. Tickets are now open to general admission for $350. […]

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Harvey in 2024; He designed the promotional poster for the Mantra-Rock Dance held in San Francisco in January 1967. The small image of Rādhā-Kṛṣṇa at the bottom was added at Prabhupāda’s insistence, who said the poster would be incomplete without it. Photo credits: Satyaraja Dasa. Harvey Wallace Cohen (Haridāsa Brahmacārī), an early associate and disciple […]

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Govind Priya Devi Dasi, Lla Hatwal, and SyamaMohini Devi Dasi at the UN event. As the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at the United Nations came to a close, the Vaishnavi Ministry North America paused in a spirit of gratitude, reflection, and renewed purpose. Representing the ministry, Govind Priya […]

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A three-kilometer Sankirtan Walk provided a shorter, community-focused option. More than 3,000 people gathered along the Hussain Sagar waterfront in Hyderabad, India, on February 8, 2026, for the Hare Krishna Run, a public fitness initiative organized by the ISKCON Abids Temple to promote an addiction-free lifestyle and mindful living. The event took place at Sanjeevaiah […]

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The ISKCON Buenos Aires community celebrated the 50th anniversary of the installation of Sri Sri Gaura-Nitai during the Gaura Purnima festival on Tuesday, March 3, with a celebration filled with devotion, kirtan, and community service. Krishna consciousness began to spread in Buenos Aires in 1973, when a small group of devotees started meeting in an […]

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Devotees continuously ask us the million-dollar question, “When is the TOVP opening?” Since construction began in 2009, there have been several opening dates announced, but they have been pushed back for various reasons, such as financial constraints and COVID. Now, an official and definite date has been scheduled, and Ambarisa Dasa and Braja Vilasa Dasa, Chairman […]

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The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT) recently presented its annual “Year in Review,” highlighting significant global progress in distributing Srila Prabhupada’s books and outlining new initiatives to expand outreach. The online call, hosted by ISKCON’s Minister of Book Distribution Vaisesika Dasa, emphasized that book distribution remains central to ISKCON’s mission, noting that the Governing Body Commission […]

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The Bhakti Song Contest, a grassroots initiative exploring the intersection of music, artificial intelligence, and Krishna-conscious outreach, has concluded with the announcement of its winner, determined by a public online vote held from January 1 to February 28, 2026. The contest, which invited global participation via its website, culminated in the selection of Nirantara’s song […]

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Devotees gather for the Sunday Feast in Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada. ISKCON has officially established its northernmost center to date in Grande Prairie, marking an important milestone for Zone 1 (Canada and the northern United States) with the opening of its 33rd center. Situated in northern Alberta, this new center reflects the steady expansion of […]

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Vaidyaratnam Govardhan Ayurveda Hospital, located at Govardhan EcoVillage (GEV) in Maharashtra and operated in association with Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute, has been named Best Wellness Centre of the Year 2026 during the FICCI International Medical Value Travel Awards — one of Asia’s most prestigious recognitions in the healthcare and medical tourism sector. The award […]

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The Honorable President of India, Droupadi Murmu, visited the Krishna Balaram Mandir in Vrindavan on March 19, 2026 as part of a three-day spiritual tour of Uttar Pradesh. She was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and other officials during the visit to the temple. Upon arriving at the temple, the President and Governor […]

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“Cry, cry, cry” was His Holiness Gour Govinda Swami’s answer when a disciple asked, “How can I become Krishna Conscious?” One word repeated three times. Let’s take a dive into this English word “cry.” Since we are now in 2026 and Artificial Intelligence is a common source for information in this era, here is the […]

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The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) held its 3rd National Cow Protection Conference in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, bringing together leaders, practitioners, and experts from across India to strengthen collaboration, training, and a long-term vision in the area of go-seva. The conference, themed “Integrating Every Farm with Every Goshala in an Abundant Ecosystem,” marked an important […]

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On a recent episode of The Namarasa Podcast, Sukhavaha Devi Dasi, a disciple of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, reflects on her experiences joining the Hare Krishna movement in the early 1970s and the spiritual journey that followed. First encountering Bhagavad-gītā As It Is while a college student at Penn State in […]

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ISKCON India is steadily progressing in its efforts to support and implement the global 60-50 vision under the guidance of the ICC 60-50 Committee. With a structured and collaborative approach, several key initiatives have been launched to strengthen outreach, education, and devotee engagement across the country. A significant development has been the appointment of dedicated […]

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The Karuna Care Association is offering three upcoming courses designed to help devotees better understand the emotional aspects of spiritual life and develop tools for personal growth and compassionate care. Together, the courses form a series titled Introduction to Emotional Awareness, though each course may also be taken individually. The first course, Name Your Feelings, […]

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Anuttama Dasa, Hrdaya Caitanya Das, and Nandan Das planting a tree at the event. The Sri Mayapur International School (SMIS) has launched a major environmental initiative to transform its campus into a diverse green space. This project, a collaboration between the Mayapur Master Plan office and SMIS Management, successfully introduced a wide variety of flora, […]

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Miatta Fahnbulleh (center) with faith leaders at the IWD event. Photo source.  Women representing several faith traditions gathered at Westminster on March 10 to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) in a meeting hosted by Miatta Fahnbulleh, the UK Minister for Devolution, Faith and Communities.* The event brought together women from Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Hindu, […]

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Devotees compete in a spirited tug-of-war challenge. Devotees from across Gauteng, South Africa, gathered at the grounds of ISKCON Midrand for the first Devotee Care South Africa (DCSA) event of the year, a regional Family Fun Day designed to strengthen relationships and promote practical support within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness community. The in-person […]

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Karuna Chandra Dasa and Karuna Rasa Devi Dasi, a couple based in Mayapur, have introduced KrishnaToys, an initiative aimed to provide children with play materials connected to Krishna consciousness. The inspiration and heart of the project come from the Vaishnava tradition and the sacred mood of Vrindavan, where Lord Krishna revealed His eternal childhood pastimes. […]

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Of all the judgments we make of others—race, religion, nationality, political affiliations, social standing, etc.—perhaps the most excoriating is moral judgment. We can become highly condemnatory when we deem others to have committed a gross moral transgression. Of late, we have often seen banner-waving groups loudly denouncing those whose activities have not met their standards […]

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The International Gita Scholarship Test (IGST), organized by ISKCON Navi Mumbai, is scheduled to be conducted in May 2026 as a global online examination designed to engage youth and adults in a structured study of sacred texts. With differentiated question formats for participants aged 15 and below and 16 and above, and preceded by an […]

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The Bhaktivedanta Research Centre (BRC), in collaboration with Dev Publishers, will release the South Asian edition of A Living Theology of Krishna Bhakti: Essential Teachings of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda by His Holiness Tamal Krishna Goswami, edited with Introduction and Conclusion by Dr. Graham M. Schweig (Garuda Das), PhD. This publication will mark a […]

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His Grace Vasuttama Dasa, a devoted disciple of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, departed from this world on March 8, 2026, at ISKCON Radhadesh. Earlier that day, after attending the joyful Holi feast at the temple community, he went to rest in his room and peacefully left his body. Devotees remember him as a gentle […]

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The North America Vaishnavi Ministry is participating in the United Nations (UN) Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), from March 9–20 at UN Headquarters in New York City.  In-person participants include Govind Priya Devi Dasi, Syama Mohini Devi Dasi, and Ila Hatwal.  In addition to attending the international gathering, the representatives will also speak […]

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Students of the UK Hare Krishna Primary School, located near Bhaktivedanta Manor, on 2025 World Cleanup Day. The ISKCON Environmental Initiative (IEI) is encouraging devotees and communities worldwide to deepen their commitment to sustainable living by sharing new resources focused on children and community well-being. Rooted in the teachings of Srila Prabhupada, the initiative promotes […]

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As the global ISKCON community prepares to celebrate the appearance day of its Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, devotees around the world are invited to submit written homages for inclusion in the 2026 Srila Prabhupada Vyasa-puja Book. Organizers have announced that submissions are due by May 1, 2026, noting that the deadline […]

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