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Breaking Down Biases and Building a Brighter Future

Breaking Down Biases and Building a Brighter Future By Lokanath Mishra The preference for male children is a deeply ingrained bias in many societies. This bias leads to emotional distress, discrimination, and health risks for women and girls. Jhumpa’s story highlights the devastating impact of this bias. Jhumpa’s grandmother treated her mother poorly because she

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The Grand Festival of Shree Gundicha Yatra

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

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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The Spiritual Significance of Badrinath and Puri Jagannath Temple

The Spiritual Significance of Badrinath and Puri Jagannath Temple By Lokanath Mishra: In Hinduism, certain locations are revered for spiritual significance, and the rituals performed at these sites are believed to have a profound impact on the soul. Two such places are Badrinath Dham and the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Badrinath Dham: A Sacred Site

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Beyond Appearances: A Lesson in Spiritual Discernment

Beyond Appearances: A Lesson in Spiritual Discernment By Lokanath Mishra In the city of Rourkela, a place of spiritual seekers and industrial might, a story unfolded that would teach many a valuable lesson. A woman named Kavita, known for her beauty and entrepreneurial spirit, owned a lodge and restaurant that attracted many visitors. However, beneath

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