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As ISKCON celebrates its 60th anniversary, a significant milestone has been reached in efforts to preserve the movement’s visual history. Yadubara Dasa, Visakha Dasi, and the Inner Voice Productions team have announced that all known film footage of Srila Prabhupada and the early ISKCON movement from 1965 to 1977 has now been transferred and restored […]
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More than 110 youths and devotees gathered at Eagle Ranch Resort in Port Dickson, Malaysia, from May 29 to June 1, 2026, for ISKCON Kuala Lumpur’s 7th Annual Youth Retreat. Organized by the ISKCON Kuala Lumpur Youth Department under the leadership of Rasa Parayana Das and Rati Gopika Devi Dasi, the four-day retreat centered on […]
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Children and adults join Jayadev on stage for a celebration of music, faith and togetherness. Photo courtesy of John C. Photography. The Indian Sun, an Australian publication covering news, culture, business, and community affairs, recently featured ISKCON devotee Jayadev Dasa (John Richardson), tracing his remarkable journey from 1970s pop stardom to a life centered on […]
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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 honoring the extraordinary legacy of ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada. The gala will take place on July 31, 2026, at The Glasshouse, one […]
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Srila Prabhupada with Patti Boyd, George Harrison, and Dhananjaya Dasa at George Harrison’s home in England, 1973 [photo enhanced]. Krishna devotees remember George Harrison not only as a celebrated musician, but as a sincere spiritual seeker whose friendship with His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada helped introduce millions of people to Krishna consciousness. Through […]
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As ISKCON enters its 60th anniversary year and looks ahead to the 50th anniversary of Srila Prabhupada’s disappearance in 2027, Hare Krsna TV hosted a special discussion with Chairman of the GBC’s 60/50 Committee, Pancharatna Das, a senior disciple of Srila Prabhupada, and Nitai Madhav Das from Juhu, Mumbai, who is a member of the […]
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Srila Prabhupada meets with Father Emanuel Jungclausen, a Benedictine Monk, and other guests in Schloss Rettershof, Germany, 1974. In the Bhakti tradition within the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the concept of māyā—the Lord’s illusory energy—is not merely a metaphysical idea but a lived psychological and spiritual reality. Māyā does not always present herself […]
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Yudhistir Govinda Das (center) with leaders and experts at the AQAF. In the run-up to World Environment Day, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) convened the Air Quality Action Forum (AQAF) Phase II at the UN House in New Delhi on June 1, 2026, bringing together policymakers, environmental experts, and community leaders to discuss grassroots […]
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Participants gather at the four-day course in Kurukshetra. Recently, ISKCON Kurukshetra, Srila Prabhupada’s dream project to spread Krishna consciousness worldwide, was blessed with the auspicious association of Bhakti Brhat Bhagavata Swami, who conducted a spiritually uplifting four-day Japa Ashraya (Level-1) Course attended by around 120 devotees from Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Chandigarh, and nearby areas. Enthusiastic devotees […]
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Prasadam shared by Premanjana Das and other devotees. Celebrating 60 years of ISKCON, Sri Krishna Dhaam The Hague hosted the Nauka-vihara Festival and Bhagavad-gita Exhibition as part of this year-long worldwide commemoration, bringing together devotion, philosophical reflection, and cultural expression in an inspiring way. Held during Purusottama Masa, the event had a reflective, devotional atmosphere. […]
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Kunja Bihari Das interviews Madhasudana, who lives at the GEV. Seventeen-year-old filmmaker Kunja Bihari Das visited Govardhan Eco Village (GEV) during his winter break and created a short film called “Revival” that beautifully captures its spirit. The warmth of the community, the animals, the landscape, and the village’s remarkable social welfare and sustainability work all […]
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Hare Krishna Dear Devotees, Friends and Well-Wishers of ISKCON Auckland,
Do not miss this wonderful opportunity to participate in the Divya Abhishek of Sri Radha Krishna on the last Sunday of Sri Purusottama Māsa.
When? Sunday 14th June 2026
Where? Sri Sri Radha Giridhari Temple located at 1229 Coatesville Riverhead Hwy, Kumeu
Time? From 1pm
To participate in the Maha Abhishek - FREE. All are welcome.
Please note: Prasadam will be served from 2:30pm
ISKCON Auckland invites you for 6 hours of kirtan at Sri Sri Radha Giridhari Temple to commemorate the Disappearance Day of His Grace Aindra prabhu.
A disicple of His Divine Grace A.C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Aindra prabhu would go on to restart the 24 hour kirtan at Krishna Balaram Temple in Vrindavan.
"We should never underestimate the power of the holy name; it can bring about tremendous transformation in our lives." - Sripad Aindra Prabhu
On this sacred day, ISKCON Auckland welcomes you to a heartfelt Bhajan Sandhya to commemorate the holy Disappearance Day of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura, the pioneer of the modern Krishna consciousness revival.
namo bhaktivinodaya
sac-cid-ananda-namine
gaura-sakti-svarupaya
rupanuga-varaya te
"I offer my respectful obeisances unto Saccidananda Bhaktivinoda, who is transcendental energy of Caitanya Mahaprabhu. He is a strict follower of the Gosvamis, headed by Srila Rupa."
From left to right: Ambassador of India (designate) to the EU, Belgium, and Luxembourg, HE Pranai Verma, DDG ICCR Manisha Swami, Director of MOSA, Mahaprabhu Dasa, and Curator Sujata Prasad. The Museum of Sacred Art (MOSA) in Radhadesh recently welcomed diplomats, cultural leaders, artists, and distinguished guests for the opening of two exhibitions celebrating India’s […]
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Syamala Dasi, who holds an M.A. in Sanskrit, has opened registration for “Sanskrit for Scriptural Study,” a one-year online course beginning on June 13, 2026 – May 22, 2027, every Saturday at 6.30 A.M IST. Designed for adults, the course aims to help devotees directly understand Sanskrit shlokas and access the wisdom of the scriptures […]
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“Krsna Bathes Sudama’s Feet” by Druva Maharaja Das, courtesy of BBTI. Vaishnavi Ministry North America recently hosted an online discussion titled “What is Devotee Care?” with SyamaMohini Devi Dasi from Vaishnavi Ministry-NA and Jai Nitai Das, the North American Devotee Care Representative. Opening with Srila Prabhupada’s instruction that “your love for me will be shown […]
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The Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP) continues to make significant progress toward its planned 2027 grand opening, with major work now underway in the main temple hall. In their latest construction update, TOVP Vice Chairman Braja Vilasa Dasa showcased the installation of the hall’s elaborate marble flooring, centered around a large lotus design crafted […]
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Students gather at ISKCON Houston for the current ongoing Temple Deity Worship course. The ISKCON Deity Worship Ministry in North America has announced its 2026 training schedule, featuring two in-person Temple Deity Worship courses in the United States and a global online Home Deity Worship course. The ministry is honored to welcome Nrsimha Kavaca Dasa, […]
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Please see Appreciations below (Updated June 2, 2026). His Grace Kratu Das Adhikari (Manaharbhai Patel), a dedicated disciple of ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada and an initiating spiritual master in ISKCON, departed on June 1, 2026 at 1:43 pm, in Sri Vrindavan Dham, surrounded by loving disciples chanting the Holy […]
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Drone image of the Ratha Yatra site with Sandton in the background. The 2026 Sandton Ratha Yatra brought thousands of attendees to Sandown High School in Johannesburg across a two-day public festival that combined devotional processions, cultural programming, youth outreach, and community engagement. Held from May 15–16, the annual Festival of Chariots featured large-scale prasadam […]
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The GBC Executive Committee, comprised of Madhu Sevita Das, Govardhana Das, and Devakinandan Das, released a statement regarding Kratu Das, which says in part, “In recent months, the health of our dear Kratu Prabhu has suffered many setbacks and is currently in a critical state. Kratu Prabhu has rendered over five decades of dedicated service […]
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Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami being honored on stage. When Sri Krishna Chaitanya Swami walked forward to receive his award at a peace conclave in Mumbai, the MC did something unexpected: she chanted the Hare Krishna maha-mantra. For many in the room — global leaders, philanthropists, Nobel Peace Laureates, and peace advocates gathered from across the […]
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited ISKCON Mayapur on May 28, where he participated in a Go Puja, offered prayers, and met with ISKCON leaders during his first visit to the headquarters since assuming office earlier this month. The Chief Minister began his visit by taking part in a yajna and then performing Go […]
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London’s iconic Rathayatra “Festival of Chariots” returned to the streets of the capital on Sunday, May 24, 2026, bringing a spectacular celebration of spirituality to the heart of the city. Over 10,000 festival-goers and devotees from all over the world gathered from London’s Park Lane to hand-pull three magnificent 40-foot high colorful chariots carrying the […]
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Approximately forty devotees from around fifteen countries gathered at Villa Vrindavana, Italy, from May 9-12, 2026, for the annual ISKCON Communications Europe (ICE) Conference. Held under the theme of “Engaged Vaishnavism,” the four-day gathering brought together leaders and representatives involved in media, government relations, interfaith dialogue, and outreach to share regional updates, explore pressing challenges, […]
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The Medical Care and Devotee Support Team for Kratu Das has released an update on his current health situation: “By the mercy of Sri Sri Radha Shyamasundar and the prayers of devotees worldwide, His Grace Kratu Prabhuji continues to receive care amidst a very critical health condition.As informed earlier, Maharaj has been suffering from advanced […]
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Amritavani Devi Dasi launches A Voyage to Transcendence at Durban event. The Kadamba Foundation has released A Voyage to Transcendence, a posthumous compilation of teachings by His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami, published in connection with his annual Tirubhava Tithi observance. Compiled by his disciple Amrtavani Devi Dasi, the book continues a long-standing effort to preserve […]
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In 1997, the GBC made a resolution for all devotees to take a book distribution training course. In response to this resolution, the BBT MCI team has launched Book Distribution 101, a free, online, self-paced book distribution training course available to devotees worldwide. Book Distribution 101 provides practical guidance, inspiration, tools, and strategies for distributing […]
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In a historic spiritual celebration, ISKCON Patna organized the first-ever Sri Sri Radha Banke Bihari Nauka Vihar Festival in Bihar on Sunday, 24th May 2026. By the divine mercy of Sri Sri Radha Banke Bihari Ji and the blessings of Srila Prabhupada, the grand festival attracted an overwhelming participation of more than one lakh devotees […]
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On this most sacred occasion, ISKCON Auckland invites you to celebrate the Appearance Day of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, on the advent of our beloved Founder-Ācārya of ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) who selflessly carried the message of Lord Krishna to every corner of the world.
On this day, devotees & well wishers gather together to express their gratitude through abhishek, kirtan, homages, bhoga offering, arati followed by pushpanjali, and then conclude with a maha prasadam feast.
Jaya Jagannatha! Join us for the wonderful Ratha Yatra procession of Lord Jagannatha, Lord Baladeva & Subhadra Devi around the Sri Sri Radha Giridhari Temple property (New Varsana).
This divine festival signifies the Lord's unconditional compassion, as He personally comes out of the temple to give darshan to all living beings. Introduced to the West by ISKCON Founder-Acharya His Divine Grace A.C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1967, in San Franscisco.
ISKCON Auckland welcomes you to participate in this chariot festival & the first Sri Jagannatha Mela located at 1229 Coatesville Riverhead Hwy, Kumeu. Hare Krishna!
Hare Krishna! Come and be a part of this sacred festival at ISKCON Auckland's Sri Sri Radha Giridhari Temple, where you can witness the grand bathing (Abhishek) ceremony of Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva and Subhadra Devi.
All guests will have the chance to perform abhishek, at the same time children will have the special opportunity to perform abhishek on their own of our small Sri Jagannatha, Baladeva & Subhadra.
Following the sacred bathing ritual, stay back to witness the Deities take on a unique and delightful form known as ‘Hathi Vesha’ or ‘Gaja Vesha’ in the afternoon. It is during this day, Their Lordships appears to fall ill with a divine fever.
This event is known as Anavasara-lila. During this time Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva and Subhadra Devi rest in seclusion during which They are not visible to the public and are attended to with herbal preparations. Meanwhile, devotees meditate on the Lord’s transcendental separation from His devotees before They appear again for Ratha Yatra on Sunday 12th July 2026.
Sri Jagannatha, Baladeva, Subhadra ki jaya!
VIHE students learning at a past Bhakti-Vaibhava course. The Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education (VIHE) has announced its latest course (online and in-person) lineup for June–December 2026, continuing its longstanding commitment to supporting devotees in their lifelong journey of spiritual education and growth. Rooted in Srila Prabhupada’s mission to establish an institute in Vrindavan dedicated […]
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L to R) Dr. Santosh Kumar Roy, Addl Prof. Dr. Mukesh Kumar, Harilila Das, Prof. Dr. Arvind Sinha, Prof. Dr. Y.K. Gupta, Dr. Tirthankar Deb, Dr. Santaraj Singh. In a significant development for community healthcare in West Bengal, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Kalyani, and Sri Mayapur Community Hospital have formalized a […]
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Jnananjana Dasa (Giampaolo Tomassetti) presented his work on Varanasi to PM Modi during his visit to Rome. Photo courtesy PM Modi’s X account. On the occasion of the visit to Italy by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an artistic work was presented to him as part of a broader cultural cooperation project aimed at strengthening the […]
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Volunteers gather on the steps of the iconic Spanish Fork temple. All photos courtesy of Vaibhavi Devi Dasi. More than 250 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered on May 16 at the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, for a large community day of service organized to […]
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Krsangi-Radhe Dasi, Vaishnavi Minister for ISKCON South Africa and a representative within the African Regional Governing Body (ARGB), continues to shape the development of Vaishnavi engagement across the continent through a leadership approach grounded in relationships, lived experience, and institutional responsibility. A disciple of Indradyumna Swami, she also serves as Communications Director for ISKCON South […]
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Adosha Darshi Devi Dasi, Yuka San, and Nimai Devi Dasi serve prasadam to guests in the entrance hall. A new ISKCON preaching center has recently begun operating from a preserved 180-year-old samurai house in Tsukuba, Japan, marking a significant development for the growth of Krishna consciousness outreach in the country. The project, led by grihastha […]
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A chartered accountancy student from Asansol, Kr. Ayush Agarwal has developed three digital tools under his initiative, Krishna’s Akagrow, to support ISKCON’s preaching and counseling efforts. Launched in November 2023 on the disappearance day of Srila Prabhupada, the initiative has received his blessings and has since evolved to release three digital tools: Govind, a platform […]
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