Mahabharata in Prose – Part 36A A story of the Dvapara Yuga based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata by Lokanath Mishra Krishna–Arjuna Encounter Even in the sacred city of Dwaraka, crimes like theft and murder occurred due to the greed for the Syamantaka gem. Anadhṛṣṭa, Sahasrajit, and Shatadhanva were three Yadava youths of criminal disposition. […]
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Narendra Modi: A Critical Review of Governance, Achievements, and Concerns By Lokanath Mishra Preamble: Concerns of Central Government Employees and Pensioners During the tenure of Narendra Modi, several concerns have been raised by central government employees and pensioners, who form a significant and structured segment of Indian society. Various associations and forums have alleged that
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Mahabharata in Prose – Part 37 A story from the Dvapara Yuga, based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata by Lokanath Mishra During the period of exile in the forest, Arjuna, due to the course of events, married the Nāga princess Ulupi and Chitrangada, the daughter of King Chitrāṅkura of Manipur. While Princess Chitrangada of Manipur
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Mahabharata in Prose – Part 36-E A story of the Dvapara Yuga in prose based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata By Lokanath Mishra During the burning of the Khandava forest, all the trees, creepers, animals, birds, reptiles, and insects living within it were consumed by the flames. Only a very few creatures and plants managed
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Mahabharata in Prose – Part 36-D A story of the Dvapara Yuga based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata by Lokanath Mishra At the command of Puruhuta (Indra), the apsaras withdrew. The music and dance came to a halt. Addressing Narada, Indra said,“My garden guards were present. Did they not stop this?” Narada replied,“They have all
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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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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 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,
Mahabharata in Prose (Part–36A) A story of the Dvapara Yuga in prose based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata By Lokanath Mishra Soon after entering Hastinapura, Yudhishthira took Draupadi to Gandhari’s chamber. Draupadi knelt down and touched Gandhari’s feet in reverence. Yudhishthira said,“Mother, Draupadi is bowing to you. Will you not look upon the face of
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