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By Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi

OmniLight Films Production, a Mayapur-based film production company, recently released “Three Nights,” a short film based on the story of Srila Haridas Thakur and the prostitute who was sent to defame him. Directed by Yadava Jivana Das (alias Shyamsundar), a disciple of Indradyumna Swami, the film presents a narrative that combines Krishna consciousness with cinematic storytelling and aims to engage both devotee and non-devotee audiences.

In an interview with I

By Atma Tattva Das

As the African Union (AU) assumes a permanent seat at the G20 table, faith leaders are stepping into a more prominent role in shaping global policy, and the 2025 G20 Interfaith Harmony Week, held this week in Addis Ababa, reflected that shift. Held just months before South Africa hosts the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, the 2025 gathering brought together more than 350 religious leaders, diplomats, and policy experts. Among the standout voices was Salika Das of ISKCON Jos, whose

Devotees walk together at Rondebosch Common during the SP50 Morning Walk Tribute in Cape Town, listening to Srila Prabhupada lectures and conversations.


By Kala Das  

As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of Srila Prabhupada’s 1975 visit to South Africa (SP50), the ISKCON Cape Town temple hosted a series of events in May 2025. These included a Devotional Practices Workshop, a memorial morning walk, and a movie night to commemorate the 100-day countdown to Srila Prabhupada’s historic arr

By Sacinandana Swami

There is one foundational principle of the Bhagavata philosophy, which is enacted and taught practically by Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu during His earthly pastimes. By understanding it you will be able to live and apply what Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu had come to teach us. This foundational principle is to establish a relationship with the Lord through the mood of separation. This is best practiced in kirtan.

RECEIVING THE HOLY NAME

We have heard it so many times – in order to re

An allegory from the Srimad-Bhagavatam sheds light on the mind/body connection.

This article was originally presented at ‘Toward a Science of Consciousness,’ an international conference attended by leading scientists, physicians, philosophers, and other scholars, and hosted by the University of Arizona in Tucson.

Is There A Conscious Self distinct from the physical mechanism of the body? Is there a mind distinct from the brain? Those who answer yes to such questions are called dualists, and th

What started off as a vision to bring together the different yatras within the UK, the Rise UK National Retreat returned for its second Maha gathering from April 18-21, 2025 – this time even bigger and better than before! Once again, the Rise retreat brought together devotees from all across the country and beyond for four days of deep connection, spiritual nourishment, and profound realisations. Hosted at Nottingham Venues, this year’s theme, “Hand on Heart – Understanding the Heart of Sri Kris

Errol Musk, father of tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, visited ISKCON Delhi in East of Kailash at the invitation of Dr. Vivek Bindra. In India to explore green technology and sustainable energy initiatives, the South African businessman took darshan of Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi and offered a garland to the murti of Srila Prabhupada, ISKCON’s Founder-Acharya.

During a press conference following the Temple visit, Musk spoke on global challenges, environmental innovation, and the spirituality he enco

ISKCON’s Communications Office in India released a statement today regarding the tragic Air India accident in Ahmedabad. The plane was carrying 242 souls, and it appears there are no survivors. Given that it crashed in a residential/office area of the city, casualties on the ground are also expected. Air India said in a statement to the press that the passengers on Flight 171 included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, one Canadian national, and seven Portuguese nationals. Devotees fr

 

By Hemo Krsna dd

On Sunday, 8th June, Nottingham’s Market Square hosted its second annual Ratha Yatra festival. Around 1,000 people came together to celebrate this joyful occasion, as Lord Jagannatha, Lord Baladeva, and Lady Subhadra once again graced the city with Their presence. The chariot, brought from London by HG Parasuram Prabhu, was beautifully decorated by devotees from Nottingham Namahatta and Leicester.

The event opened with welcoming remarks and a graceful Kathak dance performance i

Teachers’ Sanga at Gurukula

Monday, 9th June – Gurukula – The Hare Krishna Primary School, located near Bhaktivedanta Manor, hosted a special Teachers’ Sanga (gathering) focused on spiritual growth and insight for educators.

The highlight of the event was a talk by His Holiness Svayam Bhagavan Keshav Maharaj, who graciously accepted the invitation to speak on the topic of “Spiritual Insight for Teachers.”

The event was attended by more than 40 participants, including devotee educators, newcomers

This article describes the higher potential for the development of civilization that is offered through Vedic culture, and some of the tools for doing such as found therein.

First of all, we should understand that the development of civilization, which means the upliftment of consciousness in society, should not be a fight or competition between parties, but a united endeavor for the improvement and continued means to reach our full potential for one and all, both materially and spiritually. Th

In Śrimad Bhāgavatam 4.8.53, Nārada Muni reveals a confidential mantra to Dhruva Mahārāja, instructing him to chant it for seven nights to witness perfect beings flying in the sky2. The verse highlights the mystical Siddhaloka, where yogic perfections allow inhabitants to transcend physical limitations. It emphasizes meditation with mantra chanting as a path to divine realization.

Thousands of people are expected to join a procession as part of a Hindu festival in Leicester later this month.

The Festival of Chariots, known as Rath Yatra, will take place on 22 June.

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Leicester – a Hare Krishna branch of Hinduism which organises the event – said a 40ft (12m) chariot will be hand-pulled through the city accompanied by a procession which will involve music and dance.

Pradyumna Das, president of ISKCON Leicester, sai

Srila Prabhupada’s overarching mission was to create a worldwide Brahmanical culture in order to inject Krishna Consciousness into mainstream society: into academia, the religious and scientific communities, into the arts, the workplace, and into the voting booth as well. The foundation of the Hare Krishna Movement takes two forms. One is the publishing, distribution, and study of his numerous books. The other is Sankirtana-Yajna, the chanting of the holy names of Krishna in the public arena.  P

The Bhaktivedanta Players celebrated their 40th anniversary in grand and dramatic style, packing the Haveli to the brim. Praghosa Das, the ISKCON GBC for the UK and Ireland, flew in from Dublin, especially to serve as the MC for the event. Proceedings took off with the Junior Bhaktivedanta Players, who charmed and impressed the audience with a story from within the Mahabharat: Draupadi’s Svambara.

For the full story, click here.

Source: https://iskconnews.org/bhaktivedanta-players-celebrate-40t

Yesterday we celebrated the ever-merciful Snana Yatra of Lord Jagannatha, and what an outpouring of love it was! Truly, the Lord is Bhavagrahi Janardana — the One who accepts the devotion in our hearts far more than any external offering. Who could be more merciful, more reciprocal, more captivating than Him? Just after the glorious Darshan Arati, Lord Jagannatha, along with His dear brother Baladeva and sister Subhadra Devi, ascended Their Snana Mandap — the bathing platform — where They receiv

The new temple building will be modern and functional and will be accented with elements of classical Vedic architecture. The following are the key components of the planned temple:

• Vedic Temple Architecture
• Spacious Darshan Hall (3,500 sqft)
• Educational Facilities
• Community Hall and Auditorium
• Commercial Kitchen
• Library
• Vedic Books and Gifts Boutique
• Ashram
• Parking for 140+ vehicles
• Beautiful Landscaping
• Organic Garden

Source: https://www.dandavats.com/?p=115906

ISKCON Deity Worship Ministry North America will now be offering the upcoming ‘Temple Deity Worship’ course at ISKCON Grand Rapids in Michigan. The course is now offered on the same dates as scheduled before, from 20th to 29th June 2025, but will be offered at ISKCON Grand Rapids. We encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity and take part in this immersive training.

The training will be facilitated by Nṛsiṁha Kavaca Dāsa – ISKCON’s Global Minister of Deity Worship, Murli Manohara