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ISKCON’s 60th anniversary in 2026 gave devotees an opportunity to celebrate ISKCON’s establishment by our Founder-Acharya, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the generations of service that have sustained it. From major festivals to gatherings in local temples, the anniversary celebrations told a shared story: how Srila Prabhupada’s teachings inspired people across countries, languages, and cultures to make Krishna consciousness part of their lives.

From several days of fe

By Shyam Gopal Das,

From September 26 to October 3, 2026, the ISKCON Ministry of Education invites devotees, temples, centers, families, and communities worldwide to participate in Books Are the Basis Week. The annual observance aims to give Srila Prabhupada’s books a special place in ISKCON communities’ lives and encourage devotees to read, study, and discuss his teachings.

The initiative was created to help place Srila Prabhupada’s books at the center of devotees’ spiritual lives. A 2020 GBC r

The main news this month concerns our upcoming festivals. **Jhulan Yatra** will be celebrated from **23–28 August**, with **Balarama Purnima** falling on **Friday, 28 August**. A special feast will be held at the temple, with additional celebrations taking place at **Casey** and **Werribee**.

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