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DARK SECRETS: Kanakadasa | Vintage Vibes

5 Krishna Temples Where You Can Feel Closest To Lord Krishna

“वसुदेवसुतं देवं कंसचाणूरमर्दनम्। देवकीपरमानन्दं कृष्णं वन्दे जगद्गुरुम्॥” There are some places in India where Lord Krishna does not feel like a distant deity from ancient stories. Instead, He feels present in every chant, every bell, every flower offered at His feet, and every devotee who arrives with faith in their…

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4 Powerful Krishna Temples in South India Known for Miracles

There are places where devotion feels deeper than usual- where faith is not just practiced, but experienced. Across South India, certain Krishna temples have earned a reputation that goes beyond history and architecture. They are spoken about in whispers of miracles, healing and unseen grace. For centuries, devotees have walked…

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When Devotion Breaks Walls: The Kanakadasa Miracle

In Karnataka’s famous Udupi Krishna Temple, devotion once created a miracle that stunned everyone. Kanakadasa, born into a lower caste, was denied entry inside the temple. But his pure, unshakable devotion could not be ignored. Singing and playing outside the temple, he poured his soul into Krishna. And then, the…

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6 Places Where Krishna’s Idol Is Believed to Smile

“स्मितं कृष्णस्य लोकेषु आनन्दस्य प्रतीकं स्मृतम्।” The gentle smile of Lord Krishna has always symbolized divine joy, compassion, and the playful nature of the Supreme. Devotees across India often say that Krishna does not merely reside in temples, he responds to love. In many sacred temples, worshippers believe that the…

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Keragodu flag row: Protests held to condemn stone pelting on Kurubara Sangha hostel in Mandya

Protests held in Mysuru and Mandya to condemn alleged stone pelting on Kurubara Sangha hostel during BJP padayatra.

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Five-day Kanaka Panchami Utsav in Dharwad from Jan. 23

Various cultural programmes will be held during the five-day day Kanaka Panchami Samskruthika Utsav to be held in Dharwad from January 23 to 27. Addressing presspersons in Dharwad on Wednesday, seer of Revanasiddeshwar Mutt of Mansur Sri Basavaraj Devaru said that the event will be inaugurated on January 23 at…

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In India, saints have always been venerated through their qualities rather than their caste or community, says Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi lauded saint-poet Kanakadasa for advocating an egalitarian society. At a Kanaka Jayanti programme in Dharwad, Joshi said Kanakadasa was respected by all communities. Additional Deputy Commissioner Geeta C.D. said his works will inspire & motivate society. Lohit Naikar elaborated on Kanakadasa's life & contribution. Officials paid…

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Kanakadasa’s philosophy, Sangolli Rayanna’s bravery and Siddaramaiah’s working skills are inspirational, says MLA

Celebrations of 536th birth anniv. of Kanakadasa held in Ballari. MLA N. Bharath Reddy called on people to imbibe his philosophy, Rayanna's bravery & CM Siddaramaiah's working skills. Cultural procession taken out, performances of Veeragase, Dollu Kunita, Kahale, Goravara Kunita.

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Kanaka Jayanti celebrated, tributes paid to the saint

Celebrating 536th birth anniversary of saint Kanakadas, H.C. Mahadevappa, district in charge minister, paid tribute to him for striving for an egalitarian society free of caste discrimination. He drew a parallel between Basavanna and Kanakadas, noting their efforts for social justice and equality. Litterateur Kabbinale Vasanth Bharadwaj said Kanakadasa's works…

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah promises to set up additional 188 Indira Canteens in 2023

Apart from this, Siddaramaiah said, “Canteens will be started where it is necessary. Mobile canteens will be set up where there is shortage of space for Indira Canteens.”

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‘Saint-poet Kanakadasa fought illiteracy, inequality in society’

CM Siddaramaiah lauds Kanakadasa for advocating human love above caste, community & religion. He inaugurated 536th Kanaka Jayanti in Haveri & released a children's novel. Kumbhabhisheka of 4 deities performed. Event attended by religious leaders & politicians to promote egalitarian society.

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The revision of school textbooks in Karnataka must cause alarm

It is undemocratic, unscientific, and undermines core constitutional values

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