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Illuminating Diwali 2024: Timeless Traditions and Contemporary Trends

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When we think of Deepavali (Diwali) 2024 🪔, what immediately comes to mind is the bright🔆, festive aura that surrounds this celebration. It’s the illuminated homes and streets 🏮, the bursting of crackers🎆, the sweet aroma of Diwali sweets 🍪, and the sacred Diwali Puja 🛕 that fills the air with devotion. The excitement of wearing new clothes is palpable, but do you know what Dyuta Krida 🎲 is and how it relates to Deepavali? Keep this in mind, and as you explore the blog, you'll find the answer.  Revisit the blog for insights into the significance and Vedic observances of Diwali . Beyond the surface-level festivities, there’s a much deeper essence to Diwali.  Prernamurti Bharti Shriji 's profound message captures this beautifully: " Give is to Live ⏺️" Her teachings highlight that the true meaning of Diwali is not just about lighting lamps🪔 in our homes but also about illuminating the lives of others . We celebrate Diwali fully when we bring light into the li

Nourishing a Brighter Future: Celebrating World Food Day 2024

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  Nourishing a Brighter Future: Celebrating World Food Day 2024 October 16th marks World Food Day , a global celebration dedicated to raising awareness about food security, sustainable agriculture, and healthy eating. This year’s theme is  " Right to foods for a better life and a better future ,". The "right to food" refers to the basic human right to have regular, permanent access to nutritious and adequate food. It is essential for a healthy life. This right is key to achieving sustainable development and a better future for individuals and communities.  In this blog, we’ll explore the intersection of food security, food traditions rooted in scriptures, and the rising threat of adulteration.  The State of Global Food Security Today, more than 820 million people suffer from hunger worldwide , a staggering figure that not only affects physical health but also mental well-being and economic productivity. Food insecurity has worsened due to the combined impacts of c