Gobinda Dwadashi Samudra Snan at Swargadwar, Puri: A Sacred Confluence of Faith and Tradition By Lokanath Mishra Gobinda Dwadashi Samudra Snan will be observed on 28 February 2026 at the holy Swargadwar on the shores of Puri Mahodadhi. This spiritually significant observance draws devotees from across the country who gather to perform a sacred sea […]
What We Leave Behind By Lokanath Mishra The Story Rohit told the first story as if it were something he wanted to wash out of his mouth. “I was on a flight,” he said quietly. “I needed to use the lavatory. Someone was inside, so I waited.” When the door finally opened, a young Bengali
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Mahabharata A Story of the Dvapara Yuga in ProsePart–34E (continued) By Lokanath Mishra Night had passed beyond the middle watch when the five brothers returned to their dwelling, carrying with them not a fruit, but a destiny. Draupadi, daughter of the fire-ritual, walked behind them with hesitant steps, her heart still echoing the uproar of
Basant Utsav Marks 14th Foundation Day of Happy Moments India at Puri Puri, February 22, 2026:The sacred city of Jagannath Dham witnessed a vibrant confluence of culture, gratitude, and inspiration as Happy Moments India celebrated Basant Utsav – its 14th Foundation Day, along with the prestigious Srikhetra Pratibha Samman Samaroh 2026. The grand ceremony was
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Mahabharata Based on Sarala Mahabharata (Odia Tradition)A Story of the Dvapara Yuga in Prose:Part 34-D: Lakhabindha By Lokanath Mishra Balarama spoke with pain in his heart, “Kanha, I cannot bear to see the Kauravas in such misery. Come, let us return to Dwaraka.”Krishna replied gently, “We shall surely go, brother. Yet my mind does not
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Mahabharata ( A Story of Dvapar Yuga in Prose) Part- 34-C By Lokanath Mishra Lakhabindha : When the Swayamvara Turned into a Battlefield:(Based on Sarala Mahabharata) The tense exchange between Shakuni and Arjuna did not go unheard. Dushasana, listening from nearby, was inflamed by the humiliating words hurled in the assembly. Unable to tolerate the
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The Glory of the Jagar Yatra and the Ketaki Flower On the sacred Maha Shivaratri of Lord of Lords, Mahadev, during the Jagar Yatra, four watches of worship are performed. Just as offerings of milk, curd, honey, sugarcane juice, and Bilva leaves are made, the adornment of the Shiva Linga with Ketaki flowers delights Lord
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Mahabharata ( A Story of Dvapar Yuga in Prose) Part-34 B By Lokanath Mishra The Bow, the Fish, and the Truth Unspoken Even when truth stood bare before their eyes, Bhishma and Drona could not bring themselves to accept it. Their hearts recognized what their tongues refused to confess. Bhishma spoke softly to Drona,“Tell me,
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Mahashivratri: Mythological Foundations and Yogic Significance of the Great Night of Shiva By Lokanath Mishra Mahashivratri, celebrated annually on the fourteenth night of the waning moon in the month of Phalguna, is one of the most profound spiritual observances in the Indian civilizational tradition. Rooted in ancient mythology, Puranic literature, and yogic science, the festival
Mahabharata (A Story of the Dvapara Yuga in Prose) Part – 34 ADraupadi’s Swayamvara : When Destiny Revealed the Hidden Heroes By Lokanath Mishra (Based on Sarala Mahabharata and modern critical scholarship) The Assembly of Kings The royal court of Panchala shimmered like a celestial arena. Kings from every corner of Bharata-varsha had assembled—mighty conquerors,
