1. Introduction: More Than Just a Date The Hindu calendar is far more than a mere tool for tracking the passage of days; it is a "living" system that harmonises human life with the celestial rhythms of the cosmos. Known as Jyotisha —the "Science of Light"—this traditional framework connects the individual to the local nuances of nature, the shifting seasons, and the movements of the Sun and Moon. Unlike the Gregorian calendar, which serves primarily as a standardised administ

From 31st January to 9th February 2026, Melan Ground in Laxmisagar, Bhubaneswar became a place of quiet transformation as Upanishadic Gyanamrit – Quest for Happiness brought together seekers, devotees, and community members for ten days of spiritual learning and reflection. Guided by the divine grace of Shri Radha-Krishna and the compassionate wisdom of H.H. Raseshwari Devi Ji, the program offered participants not just knowledge, but an opportunity to pause, reflect, and rec