Mahabharata, (A Story of the Dvapara Yuga in Prose – Part 34G, based on the Odia Sarala Mahabharata) By Lokanath Mishra The Marriage of Panchali After Indra was defeated, Shachi sat on the bank of the celestial river Akash Ganga and wept bitterly. At that time Shiva and Parvati were passing along that path. The […]
Iran–Israel Relations : Historical Evolution, Strategic Rivalry, and Contemporary Conflict by Lokanath Mishra Abstract Relations between Iran and Israel have evolved from pragmatic cooperation during the early decades of Israel’s existence to deep ideological hostility following the 1979 Iranian Revolution. This transformation has significantly shaped the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. While Iran initially
The Silence Inside Her Home By Lokanath Mishra In the peaceful residential lane of Shantivan Colony, the house of Raghav Sharma and Meera Sharma looked like the picture of success. Two floors. A small garden. A white car parked neatly every morning. Neighbors often said,“Look at them. Both lawyers, two daughters well-settled abroad. Perfect family.”
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Celebrating Retirement with Dignity : Farewell Ceremonies for Central Government Employees By Lokanath Mishra, The Chief Adviser, The All India Pensioners Association of CBIC Retirement marks the culmination of a government servant’s years of dedicated service to the nation. It is a moment of transition from structured professional life to personal pursuits, and it often
Maa Danteshwari: The Ancient Shakti of Bastar By Lokanath Mishra Maa Danteshwari Temple stands as one of the most revered centers of Shakti worship in India, deeply rooted in history, tribal culture, and spiritual tradition. Located in Dantewada district of southern Chhattisgarh, this sacred shrine is dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari, the presiding deity of the
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🔱⭕ Phagu Dashami By Lokanath Mishra From the tenth lunar day (Dashami) of the bright fortnight of the month of Phalguna begins the service and worship of Phagu or the Abhir deity. This festival is observed as a prelude to the festival of Holi. Dashami is especially dedicated to the Dashavatara (the ten incarnations of
The Song She Never Forgot By Lokanath Mishra The year was 1994, and Shadashiv Sanskrit University stood like an aging guardian—its walls worn, its corridors echoing with decades of discipline and silence. There were no loud voices here, no careless laughter in classrooms. Learning was treated almost like prayer. Miss Radhamani Mohapatra had been teaching
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Spiritual Benefits of Gobinda Dwadashi Maha Snan in Mahodadhi (Today) By Lokanath Mishra. Gobinda Dwadashi is a highly auspicious tithi dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed with deep reverence by Vaishnavas and devotees of Jagannath culture. Taking the Maha Snan (holy bath) on this sacred day, especially in the Mahodadhi Sea at Puri Sea, carries immense
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The Weight of a Chalk-Stained Hand By Lokanath Mishra When Aarav Sen turned twenty-four, he thought he already knew the shape of his life. He lived in a rented flat near the university where he worked as a junior research assistant, surviving on stipends, instant coffee, and the fragile pride of being “promising.” His days
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A Humble Clarification and Spiritual Appeal to Devotees Regarding Gobinda Dwadashi Samudra Snan By Lokanath Mishra As per the sacred Khadiratna Panjika, it is clearly mentioned that in the Mahodadhi (sacred sea) of Purusottam Kshetra, a small (samanya) Gobinda Dwadashi Samudra Snan is to be observed on 28 February 2026, from sunrise till 9:00 PM.
