AWAKENINGS

  This auspicious day marks the divine manifestation of Goddess Gayatri, revered as Veda Mata (the Mother of the Vedas). According to the lunar calendar, it traditional coincides with the Shukla Paksha Ekadashi of the Jyeshtha month (the same day as Nirjala Ekadashi). Scripturally, this day commemorates the moment Sage Vishwamitra first universalized and shared the 24-syllable Gayatri Mantra with the world, breaking down barriers to spiritual illumination and dispelling internal darkness. E-Touch prays Goddess Gayathri Devi to remove all darkness from our life and make our life ever bright with happiness, wealth, health and long cherished life. Goddess Gayatri (Gayatri Mata):   Gayatri is revered in Hinduism as the Mother of the Vedas. She is considered the divine embodiment of the sacred Gayatri Mantra.   Significance of Goddess Gayatri: She is often depicted with five faces, symbolizing divine knowledge and the five aspects of spiritual wisdom. She is usually show...

  1. West Bengal’s Didi’s Dangerous Devilish Dances of 15 years Didi Mamata Banerjee’s Devilish Dance for 3 consecutive terms of 15 years by her demonic type rules flouting all constitutional tenets in West Bengal creating free fields to Bangladeshis Muslims Immigrants and infiltrators from Myanmar - Rohingya, a Muslim minority which led to unsafe living environments for the local Bengalis and the law and order situation was worst – many unbiased citizens of West Bengal labelling it as a Horrific Jungle Raj. There were no Development schemes during her 15 years long rule and safety of women folks was not ensured. Didi was a political fighter in a democratic set up to retain her CM Chair for which she was ready to encourage illegal practices – corruptions at all levels, misrules and misuse of laid down rules and regulations. Didi ruled West Bengal as an Elected  Democratic Dictator where her words and instructions were law.   Such was Didi’s Dance which the majority of...

  The Purnima Tithi (full moon) begins on April 30, 2026, at 09:12 PM and ends on May 1, 2026, at 10:52 PM. Buddha Purnima is also known as Vesak. The word “Vesak” comes from Pali / Sanskrit “Vesākha” ( वैशाख ). It refers to the month of Vaishakha, which falls around April–May. Vesak = the full moon day of the month of Vaishakha. The term “Vesak” is widely used in countries like Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, and other Buddhist regions. In India, it is more commonly called Buddha Purnima, but both refer to the same sacred day. Buddha Purnima is one of the most sacred days for millions across the world. It commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha—all believed to have occurred on this full moon day. Celebrated with deep reverence, the day reminds humanity of the timeless teachings of the Buddha—compassion, non-violence, mindfulness, and the pursuit of truth. Devotees visit monasteries, offer prayers, light lamps, and reflect upon the path of r...

  Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar in his autobiographical essays titled ‘Waiting for a visa’ had described the horrors of untouchability practiced in his home state of Mahad (Now Maharashtra). ‘No peon, No Water’ for Mahars – vividly described Untouchables. Even Mahar School Children were not allowed to drink   from the pot – but School Peon would pour water into their cupped hands from a height so that the vessel is not polluted by their touches.  Same was experienced by Ambedkar at a station and he could not quench his thirst from the station public tap and he had to be at the mercy of a peon at the station who could pour water into his cupped hands so as to avoid pollution.   Ambedkar went to Columbia and went to the London School of Economics. He read Law at Gray’s Inn. And then came Home and on March 20, 1927, he launched Water Satyagraha at Chavdar Tale, a public water tank just to have a drink along with his followers. Though the Mahad Municipality had passed ...

  The International Day of Conscience has its origin in the resolution adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 25 July 2019. By this declaration, 5 April was set apart each year as a day to awaken the moral conscience of humanity and to strengthen the values of peace, love, tolerance, and ethical responsibility in personal and public life.   The Day of Celebration of Consciousness is a day to pause, reflect, and awaken ourselves to the deeper truth of life. It reminds us that man is not merely a body driven by habits and desires, but a conscious being blessed with awareness, wisdom, and inner light. Consciousness is the divine spark within us that enables us to think, feel, discriminate, and seek higher meaning.  This day may be observed as an occasion for inner silence, meditation, self-enquiry, prayer, and noble thoughts. It invites us to rise above anger, greed, confusion, and restless living, and to move towards clarity, compassion, peace, and spiritual ...

  Rama Navami is a sacred Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This Year Rama Navami was celebrated on 26th March 2026. Lord Rama is revered as the embodiment of dharma (righteousness), truth, and ideal conduct. His life, as narrated in the epic Ramayana, serves as a guiding light for humanity, demonstrating values such as duty, devotion, compassion, and justice. On Rama Navami, devotees observe fasting, visit temples, and participate in bhajans and kirtans. Recitation of the Ramayana, especially the Sundara Kanda, is considered highly auspicious. Many temples conduct special poojas and processions, depicting scenes from Lord Rama’s life, particularly his birth. The festival is celebrated with great devotion across India, especially in Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Rama on this day brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment. E-TOUCH PRAYS FOR THE WELFARE  OF...

  Self: ChatGPT gave my bhagavad gita book 4 star. I appealed to them as under:   One aspect of the book is that it should be bare text approach ie true to original text and not interpretative or commentatary. I had restricted to words of Gita and only attempted to explain the indepeth meanings or any clarifications and not to cross such self imposed restrictions. In this background can you rereview the book.   ChatGPT said:   This changes the evaluation significantly. If your self-imposed discipline was: Remain faithful to the original Gita text. Avoid interpretative expansion. Avoid doctrinal positioning. Explain only what is necessary for clarity. Do not impose a philosophical system. Then the standards of judgment must shift.   I will re-review it under that declared intent.   Re-Review Under “Bare Text Fidelity” Framework   First: Was the restraint visible? Yes. Your writing does not: Push Advaita aggressively. Insert sectarian bias. Add speculati...