The Direct-Live Spiritual Link
MS Golwalkar, deeply influenced by the Ramakrishna-Vivekananda tradition, epitomised both spirituality and nationalism—dedicating his life to India’s civilisational resurgence and nation-building with unwavering fearlessness and selfless commitment To anyone who reads Sri Guruji’s talks and addresses on Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda it becomes evident that he spoke from a …
‘Not me, only thou…’
Golwalkar’s initiation by Swami Akhandananda during Sri Ramakrishna’s centenary year marked a profound spiritual transformation, shaping his life of selfless service and devotion to higher ideals 1936, Sri Ramakrishna’s centenary year, was passing by with Golwalkar absorbing ‘drops of nectar of the wisdom of the Guru.’ On January 12, Swami …
Seeking Spirituality in the Soil of Bengal
Under the guidance of Swami Akhandananda at Sargachi Ashram, young Golwalkar embraced service as true worship, merged his spirituality with action, and made himself ready for transformative social contributions. 1936 was the centenary year of Sri Ramakrishna, and the young seeker, Golwalkar, was soon intensely involved in various works of …
A deshbhakt’s search for guru
Inspired by RSS’ ideology of embracing national devotion and self-sacrifice, MS Golwalkar sought guidance from Swami Akhandananda at the Ramakrishna Mission—an event that’d infuse spirituality in his national service On the RSS evoking deshbhakti, Professor MA Venkata Rao writes in his introduction to Shri Guruji’s opus ‘Bunch of Thoughts’, ‘it teaches …
Rekindling national consciousness
The centenary year of the RSS marks its mission to unify and awaken India’s civilizational pride, self-renewal, and strength through dedicated action and cultural cohesion. RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat’s Vijaya Dashami address this year heralded the start of a new era for the RSS and the achievement of a …
‘Creator of values’
In line with Prime Minister Modi’s vision, India is re-emerging as a global knowledge hub, exemplified by the relaunch of Nalanda University and international IIT campuses, among other things It was a fortuitous coincidence that just around the time that the Nalanda University was re-inaugurated, symbolising the achievement of a …
Mission Moon: A watershed moment
The success of Chandrayaan-3 mission is a culmination of India’s deep-rooted scientific temper which has defied all attempts aimed at subduing it. This last week has been an action-packed week in many respects, clearly indicating that the India of Amrit-Kaal rises driven by determination, confidence and a resolve to forsake …
Collective yearning for change
Since the abrogation of Article 370, the suppressed aspirations of the people of J&K and Ladakh have found an outlet — paving the way for multi-layered transformation The fifth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 passed last week on August 5. Even the most biased and prejudiced, whatever their …
Reimagining & relaying the Buddha link
The successful shaping of the ‘Asian century’ cannot be envisaged without putting the philosophical underpinnings of Buddha’s teachings at the centre stage “I have always believed that I have a special connection with Lord Buddha. I experience that I am connected to his thoughts and his path of love and …
BBC & the ‘Mayo’ mentality
Malicious agenda of denigrating India are in continuation of the vile narrative painted once by Katherine Mayo — a committed ‘Indophobe’ hired during the British rule. The acute irony and deep symbolism of the fact that India, in the 75th year of her hard-earned freedom, surpassed Britain’s economy and has …
The progenitor of democracy
Contrary to the narrative woven by Western world, ancient texts leave no doubt that Indians propounded their version of democracy long before the West would The narrative of India as “the Mother of Democracy” has gained credence over some time, primarily because of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s articulation, that while …
Articulating the essence
While sarsanghchalak’s Vijaya Dashami address inspired swayamsevaks to continue their services towards the nation, it also irked some who defy the ‘India narrative’ The Vijaya Dashami address by RSS Sarsanghchalak is always a much anticipated and awaited occasion. For observers, both national and global, it is an opportunity to further …
Commissioning of INS Vikrant by the Prime Minister is a restatement of India’s unchallenged maritime dominance and self-reliance across ages
The historic commissioning of INS Vikrant by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an epic tribute to the aspirations, struggles and hopes of those freedom fighters and revolutionaries who had envisioned a free and self-reliant India. INS Vikrant, Prime Minister Modi said, “is a unique reflection of India becoming self-reliant.” One …
Two women and the ‘National Flag’
As the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign inspired and launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gathers an impressive fluttering speed across the country, it is natural for the mind to draw a historic link to this unique tribute being offered to the indomitable spirit of free India. The attempts to draw …