The Most Embarrassing Hotel Experience By Lokanath Mishra It was a night to remember, or rather, a night to forget. Ritu, a fashion-conscious traveler, had booked a luxurious Hollywood suite at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. She was enjoying a relaxing evening in her room on the 22nd floor, complete with a delicious room […]
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“A Fortunate Detour” By Lokanath Mishra A Life-Changing Decision Radhika still vividly remembers the day November 18, 1987. She was a student at the London School of Economics, immersed in her studies at the library after a long day of classes. Around 5 pm, one of her colleagues approached her, looking a bit flustered. She
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A Tale of Two Encounters By Lokanath Mishra The story revolves around Ratnamani, a college student, and her friends who were staying with Rudra Patra’s family as paying guests. One day, while they were out for a quick bite, they encountered a beggar outside their college canteen. Ratnamani refused to help, but an old farmer
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The Significance of Water Offerings in Hinduism By Lokanath Mishra In the state of Odisha, a profound spiritual tradition is observed where devotees offer water to Lord Surya every morning and to Shiva Linga on specific auspicious occasions. These occasions include Mondays during the sacred months of Sravan, Kartika, Magha, and Baisakha. Additionally, on special
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A Love Tested by Deception By Lokanath Mishra Rita’s life was turned upside down when her husband, Raju, dropped a bombshell, claiming he was leaving her for another woman after over two years of marriage. The news was devastating, leaving Rita heartbroken and struggling to cope with her emotions. As she navigated the darkest phases
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The Divine Intervention : How Prabhu Shri Jagannath Came to USA By Lokanath Mishra In the 1960s, a young couple, Shyamasundar and Malati, embarked on a spiritual journey that would change their lives forever. Disillusioned with the materialism of post-World War II America, they found solace in the teachings of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the
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A Lesson Learned: Prioritizing Marriage and Boundaries By Lokanath Mishra Kamala’s story is a poignant reminder of the importance of prioritizing one’s marriage and setting boundaries. At 23, Kamala married a kind and educated man from a good reputed and wealthy business family in Cuttack . This was an arranged marriage, and initially, her relationship
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The Story of an Evening College and a Young Lady Lecturer By Lokanath Mishra In the 1960s and 1970s, many evening colleges were established in Odisha to provide opportunities for working individuals to pursue higher education up to the degree level. However, it was observed that a significant number of seats were lying vacant, leading
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My Visit to Sai Durga Shiva Vishnu Temple in Katy, USA for Sawan Shivratri 2025 By Lokanath Mishra Om Namah Shivaye..!! Om Trayambhakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urva Rukmiv Bandhanan Mrityor Muskhiya Ma Mritat..!! I and my son had the privilege of visiting the Sai Durga Shiva Vishnu Temple in Katy, USA on 23.7.25 to
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The Journey of Prabhu Shri Jagannath and Celebration of Rath Yatra in the US: A Cultural Phenomenon By Lokanath Mishra The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has a rich history in the United States, dating back to the 1960s. Founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in New York City on July 13, 1966, ISKCON
