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Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Watch: A day after Ayodhya visit, Elon Musk's father Errol Musk offers prayers at ISKCON Temple in Delhi
A day after Ayodhya visit, Elon Musk's father Errol Musk offers prayers at ISKCON Temple in Delhi NEW DELHI: Errol Musk, father of Tesla CEO Elon Musk and global advisor to Servotech Power Systems, was seen offering prayers at the ISKCON Temple in East of Kailash, New Delhi, on Thursday. Accompanied by priests, Musk participated in rituals inside the temple, while chants of 'Hare Krishna Hare Ram' mahamantra echoed in the background. The South African engineer, who is on a week-long visit to India, appeared deeply immersed in the spiritual atmosphere of the temple, with visuals showing him respectfully engaging in the rituals. After visiting the temple, Errol described his visit to India and said, "it is an extraordinary is marvellous. The enthusiasm, ambition and general mood in India is so good." Errol further said, "Many companies in the world are joining the green vehicles are going to be the vehicles of the future everywhere. In the next few years, there will be 10 times more electric vehicles on the road" His visit to ISKCON comes just a day after he travelled to Ayodhya, where he offered prayers at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple and the Hanumangarhi shrine. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Speaking about the Ayodhya visit on Wednesday, Errol Musk said, 'I feel great, wonderful.' He also praised the country and its people, saying, 'India is a wonderful place. As many people as possible should come to India... The people are full of love, kindness, probably the best people you can meet.' Musk described the Ram temple as 'absolutely wonderful' and 'one of the best things' he has ever done. Dressed in a traditional kurta-pyjama during the Ayodhya visit, he was accompanied by his daughter, Alexandra Musk. His stop at the temple town was brief, lasting just over an hour, but marked by high security, with a three-tier surveillance setup in place. Errol Musk, who arrived in India on June 1, is here until June 6 to explore green technology and EV charging infrastructure in association with Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd. His presence has drawn attention not only for its business angle but also for his engagement with India's spiritual heritage. While Errol's scheduled visit to Agra's Taj Mahal may be dropped due to extreme heat, his focus remains on spiritual exploration and business collaboration. 'I'm here to begin working with Servotech and am looking forward to spending a lot of time in the country,' he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.
Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Nirjala Ekadashi 2025: Do's and Don'ts to follow on Bhimseni Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi is one of the most revered and significant Ekadashis, which is going to be celebrated tomorrow, on the Ekadashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha, which falls on June 6, 2025 . This Ekadashi carries profound religious and spiritual importance for Hindus. Devotees worship Lord Shri Hari and seek his blessings on this special day. In order to seek Lord Vishnu's blessings, there are some do's and don'ts which you are required to follow on the day of Nirjala Ekadashi. Here, we are going to mention several do's and don'ts that should be observed on the auspicious occasion of Nirjala Ekadashi to maximize the benefits: Do's and Don'ts to follow on Nirjala Ekadashi 2025 On this sacred day of Nirjala Ekadashi, it is advised not to pluck Tulsi leaves, as doing so is forbidden. Devotees may collect tulsi leaves the day prior, place them in water, and utilize them. Those observing the Nirjala Ekadashi fast should refrain from consuming tamasik foods the day before the fast. On Nirjala Ekadashi, it is recommended to avoid using body wash or soap for bathing; plain water should be used for cleansing instead. Devotees should abstain from eating any food items made with rice on Ekadashi. It is deemed virtuous to distribute food and clothing to Brahmins on this auspicious day of Nirjaa Ekadashi. Organizing food and water stalls is encouraged to gain the benefits of this fast. Avoid speaking ill of others and strive to maintain a calm and relaxed mindset. Whether fasting or not, it is essential to steer clear of non-vegetarian food, alcohol, and gambling. Maintaining celibacy is a crucial aspect of this fast, and individuals should keep this in mind. Reciting the Vishnu Sahasranama is beneficial for all devotees. Chanting Shri Krishna Maha Mantra is one of the powerful way to seek blessings of the Lord specially on this day of Nirjala Ekadashi. Mantra 1. Om Namo Bhagavte Vasudevaye..!! 2. Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari, Hey Nath Narayan Vasudeva..!! 3. Achyutam Keshvam Krishna Damodaram, Ram Narayanam Janaki Vallabham..!! 4. Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare..!!
Washington Post
26-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
From radio waves to temple domes: The unexpected journey of a Krishna couple in Utah
SPANISH FORK, Utah — Charu Das was in Los Angeles in 1980 when a for-sale ad for a small radio station in rural Utah County — about 50 miles south of Salt Lake City — caught his eye. Das and his wife, Vaibhavi Devi, have been longtime members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) also known as the Hare Krishna movement, a Hindu sect that worships Krishna as the supreme being. At $225,000, ownership of the radio station plus the parcel of land around it, seemed like a bargain to Das, whose dream at the time was to broadcast Krishna radio.
The Independent
26-05-2025
- General
- The Independent
From radio waves to temple domes: The unexpected journey of a Krishna couple in Utah
Charu Das was in Los Angeles in 1980 when a for-sale ad for a small radio station in rural Utah County — about 50 miles south of Salt Lake City — caught his eye. Das and his wife, Vaibhavi Devi, have been longtime members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) also known as the Hare Krishna movement, a Hindu sect that worships Krishna as the supreme being. At $225,000, ownership of the radio station plus the parcel of land around it, seemed like a bargain to Das, whose dream at the time was to broadcast Krishna radio. The Spanish Fork property in Utah County was not far from the state's largest freshwater lake, tucked away amid rolling hills with the snow-capped Wasatch mountain range providing a majestic backdrop. Most county residents were — and still are — members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely known as the Mormon Church. 'We came here not knowing what Krishna had in store for us,' Das said. Today, the little radio station is just a dot on their lush 15-acre (6-hectare) campus. At the property's center sits the Shri Shri Radha Krishna Temple, a 10,000-square-foot (930-square-meter) house of worship. Its architecture is unique to temples in northern India with ornate facades, domes, a large covered pavilion, overhanging windows and archways. Llamas and cows graze on the property's pastures. Peacocks crow as they strut around, suddenly fanning out their iridescent blue and green plumage. A lake provides water to cultivate flowers for worship and organic vegetables and fruits, much of which are used for a donation-based vegetarian buffet open to visitors. 'This place is like Vrindavan in Mormon country,' Das said, evoking the historical city in northern India, where Hindus believe Krishna spent much of his childhood. The city has thousands of temples dedicated to the worship of Krishna and his chief consort Radha — also one of the main deities at the temple in Spanish Fork. Das and his wife said they hadn't planned to build a temple. Initially, they added a log house where they held Sunday services and began breeding and selling llamas to support themselves. In the early 1990s, Vaibhavi Devi floated the idea of adding a temple, and they eventually built two: one on their property and the other in Salt Lake City. They were completed thanks in part to support and seed money from devotees, the local Hindu community and Latter-day Saints. The radio station took a backseat amid construction and management of two temples, he said. Devi, an artist, supervised the project, channeling her creativity throughout the process, her husband said. She hired an aerospace professional to design the smaller temple domes, and an Idaho company that fashioned potato storage structures to build the large, main temple dome. She also spent six months on scaffolding decorating the vaulted ceiling inside the main sanctuary, painting dancing demigods, lotus flower motifs and masterfully crafting foam to look like marble. The temple now conducts school tours as one way to support itself; about 4,000 students from area schools visit the temple each year, Das said. Monica Ringger Bambrough, a volunteer interfaith liaison for the Latter-day Saints church in the region, helps coordinate days of service for youth groups at the Krishna temple. 'Our kids don't get to see how others live out their faith,' she said, adding that the only two non-Mormon houses of worship in town are the Krishna temple and the Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall across the street. The Krishna temple's biggest annual event is the Hindu Festival of Colors marking the start of spring, which draws thousands to Spanish Fork. It features color throws, mantra music, devotional dances and yoga. Das often takes the stage as master of ceremonies and 'senior rapper.' He's been writing rap songs, including one that captures a profound verse in the Gita about devotion and spirituality. 'The Bhagavad Gita is 700 verses divided into 18 chapters, which takes about 45 minutes to read,' he said. 'But I have a three-minute rap version for you.' Connecting with an audience through modern music has inspired him to spend more time in the radio station, which originally brought him to Utah. He's experimenting with AI-generated music, including a country-western jingle advertising their vegetarian buffet. 'This is it,' Das said. 'This is how we're connecting with people. This is what Krishna brought us here for.' ___ Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP's collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. The AP is solely responsible for this content.
Associated Press
26-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
From radio waves to temple domes: The unexpected journey of a Krishna couple in Utah
SPANISH FORK, Utah (AP) — Charu Das was in Los Angeles in 1980 when a for-sale ad for a small radio station in rural Utah County — about 50 miles south of Salt Lake City — caught his eye. Das and his wife, Vaibhavi Devi, have been longtime members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) also known as the Hare Krishna movement, a Hindu sect that worships Krishna as the supreme being. At $225,000, ownership of the radio station plus the parcel of land around it, seemed like a bargain to Das, whose dream at the time was to broadcast Krishna radio. The Spanish Fork property in Utah County was not far from the state's largest freshwater lake, tucked away amid rolling hills with the snow-capped Wasatch mountain range providing a majestic backdrop. Most county residents were — and still are — members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely known as the Mormon Church. 'We came here not knowing what Krishna had in store for us,' Das said. Today, the little radio station is just a dot on their lush 15-acre (6-hectare) campus. At the property's center sits the Shri Shri Radha Krishna Temple, a 10,000-square-foot (930-square-meter) house of worship. Its architecture is unique to temples in northern India with ornate facades, domes, a large covered pavilion, overhanging windows and archways. Llamas and cows graze on the property's pastures. Peacocks crow as they strut around, suddenly fanning out their iridescent blue and green plumage. A lake provides water to cultivate flowers for worship and organic vegetables and fruits, much of which are used for a donation-based vegetarian buffet open to visitors. 'This place is like Vrindavan in Mormon country,' Das said, evoking the historical city in northern India, where Hindus believe Krishna spent much of his childhood. The city has thousands of temples dedicated to the worship of Krishna and his chief consort Radha — also one of the main deities at the temple in Spanish Fork. Das and his wife said they hadn't planned to build a temple. Initially, they added a log house where they held Sunday services and began breeding and selling llamas to support themselves. In the early 1990s, Vaibhavi Devi floated the idea of adding a temple, and they eventually built two: one on their property and the other in Salt Lake City. They were completed thanks in part to support and seed money from devotees, the local Hindu community and Latter-day Saints. The radio station took a backseat amid construction and management of two temples, he said. Devi, an artist, supervised the project, channeling her creativity throughout the process, her husband said. She hired an aerospace professional to design the smaller temple domes, and an Idaho company that fashioned potato storage structures to build the large, main temple dome. She also spent six months on scaffolding decorating the vaulted ceiling inside the main sanctuary, painting dancing demigods, lotus flower motifs and masterfully crafting foam to look like marble. The temple now conducts school tours as one way to support itself; about 4,000 students from area schools visit the temple each year, Das said. Monica Ringger Bambrough, a volunteer interfaith liaison for the Latter-day Saints church in the region, helps coordinate days of service for youth groups at the Krishna temple. 'Our kids don't get to see how others live out their faith,' she said, adding that the only two non-Mormon houses of worship in town are the Krishna temple and the Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall across the street. The Krishna temple's biggest annual event is the Hindu Festival of Colors marking the start of spring, which draws thousands to Spanish Fork. It features color throws, mantra music, devotional dances and yoga. Das often takes the stage as master of ceremonies and 'senior rapper.' He's been writing rap songs, including one that captures a profound verse in the Gita about devotion and spirituality. 'The Bhagavad Gita is 700 verses divided into 18 chapters, which takes about 45 minutes to read,' he said. 'But I have a three-minute rap version for you.' Connecting with an audience through modern music has inspired him to spend more time in the radio station, which originally brought him to Utah. He's experimenting with AI-generated music, including a country-western jingle advertising their vegetarian buffet. 'This is it,' Das said. 'This is how we're connecting with people. This is what Krishna brought us here for.' ___ Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP's collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. The AP is solely responsible for this content.
