A Growing Desire by Young Women to Return Home By Lokanath Mishra Many Indians living abroad, particularly in the US, are increasingly considering returning to their homeland due to feelings of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection. The desire for a sense of belonging, cultural connection, and community is driving this trend, with some individuals weighing the […]
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Different Cultures in Different Countries By Lokanath Mishra Sabita and Ankur, colleagues in a central government office, had developed a strong bond over time. Sabita, who was unmarried, had never been questioned by Ankur about her marital status. He never thought it was necessary to ask, respecting her privacy and focusing on their professional relationship.
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The Greatness of Hindu Dharma: A Story of Love, Education, and Prosperity By Lokanath Mishra In a world where divorce rates seem to be skyrocketing, Hindus in the United States have been found to have the lowest divorce rate, with only 5% of Hindus having been divorced. This remarkable statistic is just one of the
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The Grand Festival of Shree Gundicha Yatra By Lokanath Mishra The Shree Gundicha Yatra is a significant festival in the town of Puri, Odisha, where millions of devotees gather to witness the grand procession of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. The festival begins with the Chhera Panhara ritual, where the Gajapati King sweeps
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A Heart-Wrenching Story of Love and Sacrifice By Lokanath Mishra Renuka, a final-year law student from a conservative Telugu Brahmin family in Berhampur, was on the cusp of a life-changing decision. Her mother, adhering to traditional norms, was pressuring her to marry a junior clerk from their community. Despite her repeated refusals, citing her career
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A Story of Love and Destiny By Lokanath Mishra Tarun, a devoted father and husband, worked as a sepoy in central excise department and was posted in Barbil, while I was posted in Barbil. After his wife’s untimely passing, he dedicated himself to ensuring his son Aditya’s happiness. Aditya, a bright young man, had completed
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Ghantakarna’s Worship in Odisha & Uttarkhanda By Lokanath Mishra In the state of Odisha, Ghantakarna is revered and worshipped on the day of Raksha Panchami, a significant festival in the Hindu calendar. On this day, devotees offer prayers and worship Ghantakarna, seeking his blessings and protection. A Unique Tradition The worship of Ghantakarna in Odisha
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Concluding the Chardham Yatra( part-6) By Lokanath Mishra As we concluded our darshan in Badrinath, we returned to Joshimath and then embarked on our journey back to Haridwar, passing through the scenic towns of Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Srinagar, and Devprayag. Along the way, we made a special stop at the revered Dhari Devi Temple, where we
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Continuing the Spiritual Journey ( part-2) By Lokanath Mishra As we ventured further on our pilgrimage, we reached Uttarkashi, a town nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas. The drive from Barkot took us through scenic routes, and we finally arrived at our destination, ready to explore the spiritual significance of this place. Day 4: Uttarkashi After
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Prabhu Hanuman Janmotsav By Lokanath Mishra In Indian culture, the terms “Jayanti” and “Janmotsav” have distinct connotations. Hanuman Janmotsav not Jayanti: A Special Case: Interestingly, Hanuman is believed to be still alive, and therefore, his celebration is more accurately described as Hanuman Janmotsav rather than Jayanti. This distinction highlights the unique status of Hanuman in
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