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International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), Ranchi, is a spiritual oasis in the bustling city. Founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, it offers a path to spiritual understanding and happiness through the teachings of Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam.
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- "Mangala Arati: 4:30 AM"
- "Tulasi Arati: 5:00 AM",
- "Sringar Arati: 7:30 AM",
- "Guru Puja: 7:35 AM",
- "Raj Bhog Arati: 12:30 PM",
- "Sandhya Arati: 6:00 PM",
- "Shayana Arati: 8:30 PM
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During this month, devotees observe a special urad dal fast, This strict regimen helps purify the body and mind, allowing practitioners to concentrate fully on devotional service, chanting, and study of scriptures.
Read More & SummarizeThe third month of Caturmasya is distinguished by milk abstinence, symbolising a deeper level of renunciation. During Ashvina, devotees avoid consuming milk as a major ingredient, marking a significant step in the Caturmasya fasting practices.
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Utthana Ekadasi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadasi, marks Lord Vishnu’s awakening after His four-month rest during Chaturmasya. Devotees observe fasting, chanting, and prayer on this sacred day to awaken their own devotion and receive the Lord’s mercy.
On this sacred day, devotees around the world remember the divine departure of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON, who carried the timeless message of Lord Krishna to every corner of the world.
Kartik Kartavya Seva to give a little every month, serve with love. Not just charity, but responsibility. Together, we build a stronger united world.
Next day fast breaking time: 2025 (Saturday), 05:47 - 9:38 am (Ranchi) Kindly avoid grains, pulses, beans, tea etc. Ekadasi prasadam, fruits, milk🥛🍋🍊🍑🍌🍇🍒🍓🥑🍉🍍🍎🍏🍓, water may be taken.
Pasankusa Ekadasi, also known as Papankusha Ekadasi, falls in the sacred month of Ashwin (September - October) and is a powerful vrata dedicated to Lord Padmanabha, a form of Lord Vishnu.
जो कोई भी इस दिन भागवतम् का दान या वितरण करता है, उसे भगवान का शाश्वत धाम प्राप्त होता है। यही कारण है कि भाद्र पूर्णिमा पुस्तक वितरण और दिव्य ज्ञान के आदान-प्रदान के लिए सबसे पवित्र दिनों में से एक है।
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ISKCON Ranchi Wishes You a Happy Gopashtami -30 Oct 2025
Gopashtami is one of the most auspicious days in the month of Kartik. On this day, Lord Krishna officially took charge of herding cows, a duty that showed his deep compassion for all living beings. The word “Gopashtami” comes from “Go,” meaning cow, and “Ashtami,” meaning the eighth day of the bright fortnight. Gopashtami is a sacred day dedicated to Lord Krishna and the protection of cows. On this day, devotees honor Krishna as the protector of cows (Gopal) and perform rituals to care for and worship cows, which are considered sacred in Vedic culture. At ISKCON Ranchi, Gopashtami is celebrated with special pujas, abhishekam to cows, prasadam distribution, and devotional programs. You can also participate by offering seva through donations, supporting the festival’s spiritual activities and cow protection initiatives.
Grand 48th Disappearance Day Celebration of Srila Prabhupada at ISKCON Ranchi
Grand 48th Disappearance Day Celebration of Srila Prabhupada at ISKCON Ranchi ISKCON Ranchi joyfully commemorated the 48th Disappearance Day of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, the Founder‑Acharya of ISKCON. The celebration began with a glorious and enlightening lecture by HG Madhusudan Mukund Prabhu, highlighting Srila Prabhupada’s unparalleled contributions in spreading Krishna consciousness across the world. Devotees offered Pushpanjali and 56 Bhoga to Srila Prabhupada, followed by Arti and soul-stirring kirtan that filled the temple with devotion. The program concluded with the distribution of delicious prasadam to all present. The entire event was marked by heartfelt gratitude, spiritual remembrance, and deep devotion, honoring the divine legacy of Srila Prabhupada.
ISKCON Ranchi joyfully celebrated the sacred festival of Govardhan Puja
ISKCON Ranchi joyfully celebrated the sacred festival of Govardhan Puja, marking the divine pastime of Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill. The celebration began with an enlightening discourse on Govardhan Lila by HG Madhusudan Mukund Prabhu, filling everyone’s hearts with devotion and gratitude. A special Kahoot quiz engaged the devotees in learning and fun, while 56 offerings of bhoga were presented to the beloved Giriraj. The festival also featured Giriraj Parikrama, ecstatic kirtan dance, and the distribution of delicious prasadam to all attendees. Devotees lovingly created a beautiful replica of Govardhan Hill, adding to the spiritual atmosphere and reminding everyone of Lord Krishna’s protection and mercy. The event was a heartfelt expression of devotion and community spirit in honor of Giriraj Govardhan.
🪔✨ Hare Krishna! Wishing You a Divinely Illuminated Diwali
🪔✨ Hare Krishna! Wishing You a Divinely Illuminated Diwali On this auspicious festival of lights, ISKCON lovingly wishes you and your family a Diwali filled not only with the glow of lamps, but also with the radiance of devotion. True light does not just brighten our homes—it illuminates our hearts with remembrance of Lord Ramchandra. As we light each diya, let it symbolize the victory of the soul over darkness, devotion over ego, and the holy name of the Lord over the ignorance of material life. We celebrate the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya. Let us celebrate Diwali not only with sweets and fireworks, but also with kirtan, japa, offering bhoga to the Lord, and sharing prasadam with others. For the brightest Diwali is when our hearts shine with bhakti. May the blessings of Srila Prabhupada, Sri Radha-Krishna, and Sri Sita-Ram be upon you. Hare Krishna & Happy Diwali!
Kartik Mass Deep Daan Mahamahotsav
namāmīśvaraṁ sac-cid-ānanda-rūpaṁ lasat-kuṇḍalaṁ gokule bhrājamanam yaśodā-bhiyolūkhalād dhāvamānaṁ parāmṛṣṭam atyantato drutya gopyā To the Supreme Lord, whose form is the embodiment of eternal existence, knowledge, and bliss, whose shark-shaped earrings are swinging to and fro, who is beautifully shining in the divine realm of Gokula, who I (due to the offense of breaking the pot of yogurt that His mother was churning into butter and then stealing the butter that was kept hanging from a swing) is quickly running from the wooden grinding mortar in fear of mother Yasoda, but who has been caught from behind by her who ran after Him with greater speed—to that Supreme Lord, Sri Damodara, I offer my humble obeisances.
Durga Puja Book Distribution total of 2238 books were distributed
*"Durga Puja Book Distribution Highlights"* *Despite the rain* , our devotees were enthusiastically distributing books. *For 4 days straight* , our *IYF book distribution warriors* went all out, spreading spiritual knowledge till the wee hours, with some *even starting their day at 4 am* ! *Bhakti Vriksha members and IGF Forum* also *distributed books with high energy, even in the rain!* A *total of 2238 books* were distributed across various locations, including *Bakri Bazar, Rajasthan Mitra Mandal, Firayalal* , and others, spreading spiritual knowledge and positivity in the community."
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