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By Radha Mohan Dasa 

As part of outreach preaching efforts beyond the UK, Maha Prasad Govinda Das, who lived as a monk at Bhaktivedanta Manor from 1983 to 1990, recently traveled to three prestigious universities across India as a delegate to a Bhagavad Gita conference.

Entitled the “International Gita Mahotsav” conference in India, he, along with other BBT and ISKCON international devotees from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Bahrain, Hungary, and China, spoke on topics relating to the Bhagavad-gita and t

By Yudhisthira Dasa

“The humble sages, by virtue of true knowledge, see with equal vision a learned and gentle brāhmaṇa, a cow, an elephant, a dog, and a dog-eater [outcaste]” (Bhagavad-gita 5.18).

In Srila Prabhupada’s Purport, he states, “A Kṛiṣhṇa conscious person does not make any distinction between species or castes. The brāhmaṇa and the outcaste may be different from the social point of view, or a dog, a cow, and an elephant may be different from the point of view of species, but these di

During his state visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin was presented with a copy of the Bhagavad‑gītā translated into Russian. In a post on X, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote: “The teachings of the Gita give inspiration to millions across the world.”

Source: https://iskconnews.org/pm-modi-gifts-russian-language-bhagavad-gita-to-president-putin-during-state-visit/

We’re thrilled to share some amazing…

We’re thrilled to share some amazing news! Thanks to HH Sivarama Swami’s summer Swimathlon Challenge and your generous donations, the Bhagavad-gita is now available in Turkish language!
A huge thank you to everyone who supported this project!

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For those whose lives have been forever improved by meeting Lord Krishna personally in the pages of the Gita, Gita Jayanti is not only a day of celebration but also a chance to express their gratitude. And the best way to do so is to share the Gita with others. Krishna Himself says, “There is no servant in this world more dear to Me than he, nor will there ever be one more dear.” (Bg. 18.69)

The Gita teaches the essence of spiritual knowledge, purely and succinctly, in a way that anyone – in any

After the horrific events of 9/11, some of my Hindu friends were concerned about their safety. They had been yelled at and threatened by strangers. And for no reason at all they were told they weren’t wanted in the USA.  

Over the years, such incidents have increased. According to a recent CNN article by Harmeet Kaur, “Over the past year, researchers at the Center for the Study of Organized Hate have documented a surge of anti-Indian sentiment on X that is showing no signs of abating.” 

Even FBI

“Yes, I am still brave (laughter). Otherwise, how could I come alone to preach Kṛṣṇa consciousness?”

Srila Prabhupada spoke these words after revealing that at the age of 12, he had climbed the scaffolding of the 300-foot-tall Victoria Memorial. Srila Prabhupada’s bravery in coming to spread Krishna Consciousness was exemplary, and it’s time for US to follow in his footsteps. This year, let’s BE BRAVE and unite as a One World Team to better the world by participating in the Live to Give Campaign

By Madana-gopala Dasa 

Beyond the Binary: Recovering Moral Clarity in a Divided World

When I wrote recently that the “No Kings” protests revealed the soul’s longing for genuine, caring leaders, for the spirit of Lord Rāma rather than another self-serving ruler, some readers accused me of being “too liberal.” Others said that if I spoke about the sacredness of unborn life, I would be branded as a “religious conservative.” It seems that in much of today’s world, nuance and independent thought hav

Just to let you know up front, there is no real happiness in this world. The majority of us are struggling to achieve two things: to have a vantage point to procure wealth and pleasure, and to avoid pain and suffering. Unfortunately, this is an impossible task. Even if you think you’ve achieved something, it will change shortly.  There is no permanent situation.  Every generation and era has its own problems. It is said that the guiding principle in the material world is the survival of the fitt

Dear devotees and well-wishers, 

As you may know, the Florida prisons have banned the Bhagavad-gita and two devotee lawyers, Amarendra and Balavanta prabhus, have kindly taken the case pro bono. However, court and travel expenses still need to be covered. 

A young devotee, Ananga Manjari prabhu has taken upon herself to set up a wonderful fundraiser page on behalf of IPM, to raise the funds necessary. 

Please follow the link below and share it widely. You'll read more details in the fundraiser desc

Members of the ISKCON community in St. Louis released a devotional film entitled Geetha Ganam, a project highlighting both the wisdom and beauty of the Bhagavad-gītā.

The title, Geetha Ganam — which literally means “the singing of the Bhagavad-gītā”—refers to the devotional practice of chanting or melodically reciting the verses of the Gītā, often set to traditional rāgas or simple tunes. The film offers viewers an immersive journey into this unique art form, exploring its history, cultural infl

Have you ever wanted to introduce your friends, family, or colleagues to the Gita? Do you want to get involved in the outreach mission? Or maybe you just appreciate Srila Prabhupada’s books so much that you’re naturally looking to connect others to them.

As more people turn to the internet in search of answers, comfort, and clarity, the Think Gita initiative, based in the UK, is meeting them where they are—online. With its latest free course, Fight Your Fears, launching on August 6th, Think Gi

Enthusiastic devotees from ISKCON Surkhet recently placed copies of Srila Prabhupada’s Bhagavad-gita As It Is and the Krishna book in all the rooms of one of the city’s most beautiful hotels, the Siddhartha Resort.

Surkhet is located in a picturesque valley in the mid-western region of Nepal, about 600 kilometers west of Kathmandu. Known for its natural beauty and growing infrastructure, the city has seen significant growth in the past few decades, ensuring these books will be available to many

Members of the Bhagavata Dharma Nusantara group present President Widodo with a copy of the Gita.

Every Sunday, the 7th President of Indonesia holds an open house to give the public an opportunity to visit his home in Solo. Recently, devotees from ISKCON Indonesia participated in this event and presented him with a copy of the Bhagavad-gita As It Is.

Joko Widodo, commonly known as Jokowi, has been the 7th President of Indonesia since 2014. He previously served as the Mayor of Surakarta from 2005

Raj Mukunda Das interacting with Subhag Swami outside the booth at the ILS 2025 in Mayapur.

Think Gita, a platform based on the teachings of S.B. Keshava Swami, is revolutionizing how the teachings of the Bhagavad-gita are shared with the world through its innovative facilitator training program. The program will equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to teach the Bhagavad-gita effectively in modern contexts. The program aims to make the wisdom of the Bhagavad-gita accessible and relata

Recently Krish Raval OBE was introduced into the House of Lords as “Baron Raval of Hertsmere.” Lord Raval’s peerage is a testimony to his outstanding contributions to leadership development.  Today he is Director of Faith in Leadership and Chair of Labour Indians.

“I want to ensure that I am a bridge,” explained Lord Raval, “facilitating the representation of our diaspora well as other communities…”

He also acknowledged the support of his wife, Dr. The Lady Lucy Raval, who has been a pillar of s

Tulsi Gabbard speaking to thousands of North American Hindu Leaders gathered at BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Robbinsville, NJ, on December 15, 2024. Photo courtesy: Tulsi Gabbard.

February 12, 2025- In a 52-48 vote, Tulsi Gabbard, a former four-term member of the US House of Representatives and Lt. Colonel in the US Army Reserves, was confirmed by the full US Senate to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI).  One of the most powerful positions in the US government, the Dir

(LtoR) Masha, Sita Rani Dasi, Yulia, Krsna Abhishek Das, Ishani Devi Dasi, Keith Eustace, Ivan Demiashkin (with mridanga), Manu Das, and Praghosh Das.

ISKCON Dublin recently concluded its participation in the 2024 Srila Prabhupada Book Distribution Marathon, surpassing expectations with a total of 12,781 books distributed across Ireland. The initiative, which took place throughout December, saw devotees tirelessly engaging in the sacred mission of sharing spiritual knowledge through the distribu

ISKCON Bhagavata Mahavidyalaya (IBMV) is offering a 27-hour Diploma in Bhagavad-gita course, divided into 18 sessions of 1.5 hours each. Scheduled from February 1 to February 21, 2025, the classes will be held Monday through Saturday, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM IST. The course will be conducted by Premasindhu Gauranga Das who is the Director of Administration at IBMV.

The program welcomes individuals ages 15 and above, regardless of their prior knowledge. It offers an in-depth exploration of the Bh

Visakha Dasi has released a new book entitled Bhagavad-gita for Children, Krishna Is… This beautifully designed volume is a meditation on Krishna’s representations and energies in this world. Through simple phrases that accompany beautiful illustrations that are ready for coloring, children can easily grasp the Gita‘s relevance. Even more, they are reminded of who Krishna is and how He’s present all around us all the time.

“For me, the teachings of the Gita are meant to be accessible to people o