Financial Constraints and Retrospective Pay Arrears: Judicial Limits on the State’s Fiscal Defense By Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, the all India pensioners association of CBIC In service jurisprudence in India, the question of retrospective arrears arising from pay revisions, Dearness Allowance (DA), or Dearness Relief (DR) has long been a subject of litigation. Governments […]
Pakhala: The Soul of Odia Summer Cuisine: ( 20.3.26 is world famous Pakhala Divas) By Lokanath Mishra: Pakhala, often lovingly called “water rice,” is far more than just a dish in Odisha—it is an emotion, a tradition, and a way of life deeply rooted in the region’s culture and climate. Simple in preparation yet profound
Numismatics : Preserving History Through Coins By Lokanath Mishra Numismatics is the study and collection of money, such as coins, paper currency, and tokens. A person who studies or collects these is called a numismatist. But a numismatist is not just a collector—they are a protector of history, culture, and knowledge. Through their work, they
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Mahabharata in Prose – Part 36-C A Story from the Dvapara YugaBased on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata By Lokanath Mishra Long ago, Arjuna was traveling through many forests, tall mountains, and beautiful green trees. He saw many kinds of animals and birds playing happily. Sometimes he slept in mountain caves, and sometimes in the peaceful
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Shri Udit Kumar Acharya: A Passionate Numismatist By Lokanath Mishra On 15 March 2026, I had the privilege of visiting the residence of Shri Udit Kumar Acharya in the industrial city of Jamshedpur. During this visit, I was astonished to witness the remarkable collection of coins that he has carefully preserved over many years. The
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Mahabharata in Prose – Part 36B(continued..) (A narrative from the Dvapara Yuga based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata, translated and expanded into English prose by Lokanath Mishra) A gentle and pure smile shone upon the face of the three-eyed Lord, Shiva (Trilochana). With a calm and affectionate voice he called out to the fallen warrior:
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My Visit to Maa Dewri Temple – 14 March 2026By Lokanath Mishra: Faith, Heritage, and the Blessings of Solah-Bhuja Maa On 14 March 2026, I had the privilege of visiting the sacred Maa Dewri Temple, an ancient shrine dedicated to Goddess Durga. Located near Ranchi, this temple is not only a place of devotion but
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My Visit to Maa Chhinnamastika Temple By Lokanath MishraDate: 14 March 2026 On 14 March 2026, I visited the holy temple of Maa Chhinnamastika Temple, Rajrappa in the state of Jharkhand, India. This temple is located at a very special place where two rivers, the Damodar River and the Bhairavi River, meet each other. A
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The Sun God By Lokanath Mishra Before discussing the spiritual significance of the Sun God, it is meaningful to remember a remarkable temple dedicated to him near Ranchi in Jharkhand. The temple stands as a modern expression of India’s ancient tradition of Surya worship and reflects the continuity of this sacred heritage. The Surya Temple,
Jai Maa Dewri: The Spiritual Heritage of Dewri Mandir near Ranchi By Lokanath Mishra Introduction India is a land where spirituality breathes through its ancient temples, sacred traditions, and the unwavering faith of millions of devotees. Among such revered shrines is the Dewri Mandir, located near Ranchi in the state of Jharkhand. Dedicated to Maa
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