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 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 Twist of Fate : Love, Deception, and Betrayal By Lokanath Mishra Lalita’s life was on the cusp of a new beginning. Her marriage to Rudra, a successful businessman, was fixed, and she was expected to start her new life with him. However, fate had other plans. When Rudra’s friend Sambhu came to her house
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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 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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A Mother’s Unwavering Protection: By Lokanath Mishra In the steel city of Rourkela, a devoted mother stood tall, protecting her family with unwavering dedication. She lived with her engineer husband and two children in Sector-5, working as a nurse at the local general hospital. Her son was pursuing medicine in a nearby district, while her
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A Life-Changing Moment of Kindness Part 2 By Lokanath Mishra Nalini had grown comfortable working at Damodar’s home, often removing her dupatta and hanging it up while she cooked or cleaned. After finishing her tasks, she would chat with Damodar, finding solace in their conversations and feeling more relaxed. One day, as she mopped the
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A Life-Changing Moment of Kindness (Part-1) By Lokanath Mishra: Nalini, a shy, thin, and poor 24-year-old tribal girl, lived in Rourkela with her widow mother, who worked as a housekeeper in a nearby bungalow. Nalini was always polite and kind to everyone, but her unmarried status and societal rejection had made her question her values.
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The Grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath A Celebration of Devotion and Unity Jai Prabhu Shri Jagannath Today, June 27, 2025, marks the beginning of a sacred journey for Lord Jagannath and his siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra, as they embark on their annual sojourn to their birthplace, the Gundicha Temple. This nine-day festival,
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