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The family of Tariq Saleem Ziyad, affectionately known to many devotees as Pita Tariq, recently shared the sad news of his passing after a period of declining health. In a message to friends and well-wishers, the family explained that after living with dementia for several years, Tariq was recently diagnosed with terminal blood cancer and […]
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Every group, whether religious or service-based, benefits from developing its own unique culture. While this can manifest outwardly in unique uniforms, salutations, “secret” vocabulary most of the world would never use, and more. For many, ISKCON appears to the world as another group with its own sectarian beliefs and protocols. While this appearance is far […]
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The Mayapur Institute (MI), which has been formally operating since 2000, recently completed construction of two new bamboo-and-cane meditation kutirs on its campus — a step that reflects the institution’s commitment to what its chairman, Padmanayan Das, describes as Srila Prabhupada’s principle of “simple living, high thinking.” New Kutirs Bring Sattvic Study Environment A remarkable […]
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Crowd enjoys the Kirtan-filled atmosphere at the ISKCON Midrand Night Market. ISKCON Midrand hosted the second installment of its vegan pop-up market on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at its temple premises on Norfolk Road in Carlswald, Midrand, Johannesburg. Held in collaboration with The Vegan Chef and associated market organizers, […]
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A crowd of 300 guests attended the event. ISKCON New Dvaraka in Los Angeles raised more than $300,000 during a special fundraising dinner held in support of the community’s upcoming 50th Annual Ratha-yatra festival, scheduled for August 2, 2026. The LA Ratha-yatra is one of the longest-running and most prominent Jagannatha chariot festivals outside India. […]
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In a decision that may be of interest to many ISKCON devotees living in or visiting India, the Madras High Court recently ruled that an American woman who embraced Hinduism cannot be denied entry to a Hindu temple solely because of her nationality or birth background. The case was recently profiled by Bar & Bench, […]
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At ISKCON 26 2nd Avenue, the sacred place where it all began in 1966, we will have a week of festivities to celebrate the 60th anniversary of ISKCON – July 13th 1966-2026. This week of festivities will start on Monday, July 6th, and conclude on Monday, July 13th. We will be joined by Radhanath Swami, […]
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In the aftermath of the powerful earthquake that recently struck Venezuela, ISKCON Venezuela has expanded its relief efforts through a humanitarian Food for Life campaign, distributing free, hot, and nutritious prasadam meals to affected families and emergency responders working in the ongoing search-and-recovery operations. “In times of difficulty, a plate of food can also be […]
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The ISKCON Muskoka community in Huntsville, Ontario, has opened a waiting list for its now open Vaishnava Seniors Home, a residential initiative designed to provide senior devotees with independent accommodation integrated with temple life, devotional association, and community support. The project, which forms part of the recently established ISKCON Muskoka temple complex, is expected to […]
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The ISKCON Ministry of Education (MOE) will host its annual virtual educational gathering, the PAN America Mini-Symposium 2026, on Friday, July 10, 2026. The two-hour online event will bring together educators, leaders, and education advocates from across North, Central, and South America to discuss educational initiatives and opportunities within Srila Prabhupada’s mission. Speakers include Hanumatpreshak […]
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The School for Rupanugas continues its mission of offering spiritually enriching educational opportunities to devotees worldwide. As part of the ongoing observances marking 50 years since the disappearance of Srila Prabhupada and 60 years of ISKCON, we are pleased to introduce our upcoming Srila Prabhupada Introductory Course, a thoughtfully designed program aimed at helping devotees […]
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There are people who seem to carry a quiet light wherever they go, people whose presence makes a room feel warmer, whose listening makes you feel truly heard. Sati Devi Dasi is one of those people. A disciple of His Holiness Bhakti Tirtha Swami and Global Co-Minister of the Vaishnavi Ministry within ISKCON (the International […]
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The path of a seeker may look like a winding spiral of returns, where each arrival gently peels back a new layer of the soul’s memory. Ten years ago, I first stepped into the sanctuary of Gokuldham, an eco-village cradled by the whispering, emerald forests of Karnataka. My initial attraction was the beautiful promise of […]
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Dear Devotees, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. We offer our sincere condolences and prayers to the disciples and well-wishers of HH Dhirasanta dasa Goswami upon Maharaj’s departure from this world. Our prayers are particularly with his beloved son, Govinda Kishore Das. Maharaj began his spiritual journey in his youth, hearing […]
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Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, Jain, and Sikh leaders with Pope Leo XIV. The Aula Minor of the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum) in Rome hosted a significant interreligious gathering on June 23 and 24, 2026, titled the Second Conference on Dharmic Traditions and Christianity in Europe. ISKCON was among the participating organizations, joining representatives […]
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Grammy-nominated devotional musician and longtime ISKCON member Jahnavi Harrison returned to her alma mater this week to receive an honorary doctorate from Middlesex University, marking what she described as a “full circle surreal moment.” Sharing reflections on social media following the ceremony, Jahnavi recalled that she never attended her original graduation after completing her degree, […]
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Devotees at ISKCON’s temple in Caracas, Venezuela, are safe following the powerful earthquakes that struck the country on June 24, causing widespread damage in Caracas and surrounding regions. The twin earthquakes, measured at magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, were among the strongest to hit Venezuela in more than a century, prompting a state of emergency and […]
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See Appreciations and Condolences below the Announcement. Disciples and followers of His Holiness Dhirasanta Dasa Goswami released the following statement today: Dear devotees, followers, and friends, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. With the deepest reverence, spiritual gravity, and sorrow, we inform you that today our beloved Spiritual Master, a disciple […]
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Four young devotees from different parts of India recently joined the first-ever experiential learning course organized by the All India Padayatra, offering participants an immersive introduction to one of ISKCON’s longest-running preaching initiatives. For more than four decades, the traveling Padayatra has carried Sri Sri Nitai-Gaurasundara from village to village across India, bringing harinama sankirtana, […]
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Bhakta Vatsala Dasa and guests mark the facility’s inauguration. For nearly 40 years, Food for Life Hungary has transformed Śrīla Prabhupāda’s instruction that no one should go hungry near a Krishna temple into one of the country’s most recognizable humanitarian initiatives. What began as a small volunteer effort distributing meals from borrowed facilities has grown […]
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Guests join kirtan during ISKCON Québec’s opening celebrations. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has established a new permanent center in Québec City, following a series of openings in May 2026, including ISKCON Québec, Govinda’s vegetarian restaurant, and a Bhakti Centre for newcomers. The milestone comes as ISKCON marks its 60th anniversary year, extending […]
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Krishnain is a free, verified professional networking platform built exclusively for ISKCON devotees in the United States. Designed to help devotees find jobs, internships, referrals, and mentorship, it brings the community’s collective professional strength onto a single trusted platform, connecting devotees across temples and cities in ways that were previously not possible. The platform was […]
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Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami, who leads ISKCON’s Kirtan and Padayatra Ministries, recently met with approximately 50 Roman Catholic priests, nuns, and ministry leaders from Ishvani Kendra in Pune, India for a warm and meaningful interfaith dialogue. Ishvani Kendra is a Catholic center for mission studies, communications, and leadership training in Pune, India. Established by the […]
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Today, June 21, the Summer Solstice in the Earth’s Northern Hemisphere, marks the 12th annual International Day of Yoga, celebrated around the world. Some groups have alleged that the promotion of yoga is an attempt to covertly impose a Hindu practice on India, thereby threatening the country’s secular fabric. This allegation originates from an inability […]
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The Hare Krishna community in Tongaat recently marked the opening of a dedicated Food for Life kitchen at the Vishwarup Temple community complex, creating a new base for a service initiative that has provided meals and community outreach across the region for more than two decades. The opening ceremony, attended by Bhakti Chaitanya Swami, represents […]
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ISKCON Vaishnavis in Indian and traditional Chinese attire celebrate ISKCON’s 60th at outdoor venue. On May 25th, 2026, ISKCON Hong Kong brought together devotees, community leaders, diplomats, and members of the public for a free public celebration marking the 60th anniversary of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), highlighting both the movement’s global development […]
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6 years later, here I am!
I can still write!
But I am doing it elsewhere now. So, please visit me there 
Hopefully, I will see you there. I would love to see you there. I need visitors!
Thank you for your time here, though. This will remain LIVE, so you can read the past.
Hare Krishna.
The Reddit community r/ISKCON has reopened under a new moderation team, marking the return of one of the few online discussion forums dedicated specifically to the teachings of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and its Founder-Acarya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Announced in recent weeks, the reopening comes as more devotees […]
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Consul General of India D. C. Manjunath, Hanumat Presaka Swami, Giriraja Swami, Temple President Saranga Thakur Dasa, during the Diya Lighting ceremony. ISKCON of Houston marked a significant milestone on Saturday, June 13, 2026, hosting its ISKCON’s 60th Anniversary Gala at the beautiful ISKCON of Houston temple complex. The celebratory event drew more than 275 […]
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Religion News Service (RNS), an independent nonprofit news organization covering religion, faith, and spirituality worldwide, recently highlighted ISKCON New York City’s 50th annual Rathayatra Festival of Chariots in Manhattan. The article reports that more than 25,000 devotees and well-wishers joined the June 13 celebration, which featured the three iconic chariots carrying Lord Jagannatha, Lord Baladeva, […]
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Following the disaster, Food For Life provides support to the most vulnerable As communities in parts of Mindanao recover from a powerful earthquake that damaged homes, businesses, and infrastructure, ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Madhava Mandir in Taguig City is organizing a Food for Life relief effort to assist affected families by distributing prasadam meals and […]
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Karuna Care has announced a new six-week online course, Trauma and Addiction, which will run from July 17 through August 21, 2026. The program is designed to help participants better understand the relationship between childhood trauma, addiction, emotional healing, and spiritual development. The course will be led by Sukhavaha Dasi, a devotee counselor and educator […]
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ISKCON St. Louis celebrated its annual Jagannath Rathayatra Festival of Joy on Sunday, June 7, bringing together devotees, families, and members of the wider community for a vibrant day of devotion, culture, and spiritual connection at Tremayne Shelter in Maryland Heights. The festival commenced at 11:30 AM with kirtans and bhajans, creating a serene and […]
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Officials launch the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat (HCHR). On May 30, 2026, ISKCON Navi Mumbai, one of ISKCON’s largest temples, launched the Holistic Cancer Healing Retreat (HCHR), an initiative supporting cancer patients and caregivers through an integrative healing approach. Inaugurated by the Governor of Maharashtra, the event drew more than 200 cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, […]
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This weekend, ISKCON devotees and friends from around the world are celebrating a historic milestone as New York City hosts its 50th annual Ratha-yatra Festival of Chariots. The golden anniversary of one of ISKCON’s most visible and enduring public festivals falls during the Society’s 60th anniversary year, making it an especially meaningful occasion to reflect […]
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The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT) is inviting devotees worldwide to join Śāstra Maṇḍala, its Gosvāmī literature book club, as preparations continue for the forthcoming publication of a comprehensive English edition of Śrīla Rūpa Gosvāmī’s Śrī Bhakti-rasāmṛta-sindhu. The five-volume set is expected to be a landmark BBT release and an important resource for devotees who wish […]
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A unique cultural and devotional initiative titled “The Harmony of Heritage: Scriptural Melodies for Peace” was successfully presented by the students of Gaurang Gurukul under the guidance of Bhadra Rupa Das from the University of Geneva, Switzerland. The project was undertaken with the blessings and encouragement of Bhaktivedanta Rukmini Krishna Goswami and received active support […]
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KRISHNA MELA - Celebrate with Us!
Join us for a joyful and vibrant celebration in anticipation of Sri Krishna’s appearance day at our annual Krishna Mela! Gather your family and friends for a day filled with culture, devotion, delicious vegetarian food stalls, and a united community spirit.
Date: Sunday 30th August 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Venue: ISKCON Auckland's Sri Sri Radha Giridhari Temple. Located at 1229 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Kumeu.
Free Entry & Parking.
We look forward to celebrating with you! Hare Krishna.
Participants learn about yoga’s history and spiritual roots at the ISKCON temple. Editor’s Note: As the world prepares to observe the 12th annual International Day of Yoga on June 21, celebrations are already underway across dozens of countries, bringing together millions of participants in a shared focus on health, mindfulness, and well-being. Established by the […]
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Hare Krishna festivals foster community and cultural exchange worldwide. Across the world, ISKCON festivals continue to attract thousands of participants each year. Ratha-yatras, kirtan festivals, cultural celebrations, and public outreach events bring devotees and newcomers together in parks, city centers, university campuses, and other public spaces. Organizers often report attendance figures, volunteer participation, prasadam distribution, […]
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