April 12, 2024 – On April 10, during a meeting of the Mayapur Executive Board, or MEB, it was decided that for the safety of the devotees, staff, and pilgrims to Mayapur, the two elephants Vishnupriya and Laxmipriya will be permanently shifted out of Mayapur. “The MEB was unanimous in its decision that the safety […]

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The Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education (VIHE) is pleased to announce its latest on-site Bhakti-vaibhava course covering Cantos One and Two, which will be held from June 26 to October 30, 2024. The full course facilitates the systematic study of the first six cantos of Srimad-Bhagavatam in the association of devotees under the guidance of […]

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The vibrant hues of the Holi Festival painted a picture of unity and joy as over 2,000 people gathered in the Casey/Cardinia council to mark the occasion. Hosted by ISKCON of Melbourne, the festivities epitomized the spirit of camaraderie, joy, and cultural richness. Holi, also known popularly as The Festival of Colors, holds a significant […]

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We are pleased to present the GBC Online Meeting Report for 3 April 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the online GBC meeting and the key topics discussed. The meeting commenced with a reading by Prahladananda Swami from Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 10. The main topics discussed during the meeting were the final preliminary discussion on Guru […]

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On Saturday, March 30, 2024, our local Vaishnavas CARE Team Volunteers and several ISKCON Philadelphia congregational members decorated 200 “Spring Baskets” with organic fruit first offered to Lord Krishna along with fresh baked “Srila Prabhupada cookies” (an old “ISKCON favorite” from the early days), two transcendental books by Srila Prabhupada, and other goodies with Hare […]

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Paramahamsa Das (in saffron) with other devotees at Chandur. On February 25, 2024, the Bhaktivedanta Institute, an internationally acclaimed non-profit organization and the academic wing of ISKCON started by Bhakti Svarupa Damodar Swami (Dr. T. D. Singh), opened a new center at Chandur in the Nalgonda district of Telangana, a remote village around 150 km […]

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The ISKCON Environmental Initiative (IEI) will be hosting an online presentation by Krishna Kshetra Swami, Ph.D. entitled, “Cow Care is Earth Care: Can We Connect the Dots?” on Earth Day, April 22, 2024, 7 am EDT. The offering is part of the IEI Seminar Series: Divinity and the Environment. The IEI was established to promote […]

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By the mercy of Sri Guru and Gauranga, ISKCON Amravati has successfully organized its fifth annual Vaisnavi padayatra. Every year, they arrange a Vaisnavi padayatra to be on or around International Women’s Day, which is observed on March 8th. March is also a special month for devotees because Gaura-purnima mahamohotsava. Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s advent occurred […]

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Join us for Camp Spark! at Gita Nagari, an immersive overnight summer camp experience for youth ages 10-17 in the idyllic mountains of Pennsylvania. Campers experience the splendor of Krishna’s creation and make memories with other Vaishnava youth through seven days of outdoor fun carefully planned to spark friendship, adventure, and bhakti. The Camp will […]

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The Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education (VIHE) is pleased to announce its latest on-site Bhakti-vaibhava course covering Cantos One and Two, which will be held from June 26 to October 30, 2024. The full course facilitates the systematic study of the first six cantos of Srimad-Bhagavatam in the association of devotees under the guidance of […]

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Feature photo by Braeson Holland. In a recent article, Canada Immigration News (CIN) reported significant growth in the immigration of religious minorities to the country. While it focused on Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia, the phenomenon is true across Canada. “The proportion of Canada’s population that identifies as being Muslim, Hindu, or Sikh has […]

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There is a new sankirtan sensation in New Zealand that is creating a fire of enthusiasm and camaraderie in the community. It is called the “One Book A Day” challenge (OBAD) and was initiated by Bhakta Jordan from The Loft Outreach Centre in Auckland.  Bhakta Jordan himself first came in contact with Krishna Consciousness through […]

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The 2024 GBC AGM Resolutions have been released and viewable here. The GBC will continue to meet online during the year and will process other proposals that were not able to be covered during the AGM. These will also be published in due course.

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Krishna’s Home Adult Care Tucson assisted living facility has shared the latest updates on their inspiring, first-of-its-kind project in North America that’s responding to the critical need for 24-hour Krishna-conscious care for aging devotees who have served Prabhupada’s mission for many decades. Project founders Chandrika Devi Dasi and Rama Nama Das describe their vision for […]

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From a “Miracle in the Making” to “The Miracle is Happening, to the concluding “Miracle is Achieved,” the latest Temple of the Vedic Planetarium video beautifully highlights the historic opening of the TOVP Nrsimha Wing on March 1-2 as another milestone towards the Grand Opening of the TOVP in 2026. The Nrsimha Wing will be […]

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Over Easter weekend, the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, hosted thousands of guests for the 29th annual Festival of Colors. Many regard this annual celebration as the most iconic Holi celebration in the world, framed by the snow-capped Wasatch Range and the stunning Rajasthani-style temple.

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Over Easter weekend, the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, hosted thousands of guests for the 29th annual Festival of Colors. Many regard this annual celebration as the most iconic Holi celebration in the world, framed by the snow-capped Wasatch Range and the stunning Rajasthani-style temple.   Holi Festivals, held around the world, […]

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Retreat participants and facilitators Sadbhuja and Kore (center). In the heart of China, amidst a diverse cultural landscape and societal norms, unfolds a compelling narrative of spiritual exploration and cultural bridging. Sadbhuja Dasa from Germany and his wife Kore from China recently organized a transformative retreat entitled “The Healing HeArts Retreat,” which not only showcased […]

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In the 1950s, the Beatniks were a small cultural phenomenon. Their post-WWII poetry and literature of alienation didn’t interest enough of society to join them in their anti-establishment, anti-consumerist lifestyles. By the 1960s, the Beatnik culture segued into the hippie era. The early 60’s folk songs were able to attract many more young people than […]

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In the latest testament to its unwavering dedication to spiritual, cultural, and societal advancement, the Bhaktivedanta Research Center (BRC) in Kolkata, India, was honored with the prestigious Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Social Impact Award in the category of preserving intangible heritage on March 12th, 2024. The award was presented by the Honorable Governor of […]

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