गौमाता पर आधारित फिल्म ‘गोदान’ का पोस्टर हुआ विमोचन, 6 फरवरी को होगी रिलीज

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नौएडा : सेक्टर 12 स्थित भाउराव देवरस सरस्वती विद्या मंदिर में गौमाता पर आधारित फिल्म ‘गोदान’ का पोस्टर, टीज़र और गीतों का विमोचन किया गया। इस विशेष अवसर पर सनातन संस्कृति के प्रतिनिधियों के रूप में देश की जानी-मानी आध्यात्मिक एवं सामाजिक विभूतियों ने गौमाता पर अपने विचार प्रगट किये।

इस विशेष कार्यक्रम में सद्गुरु ऋतेश्वर जी महाराज, आचार्य बाल कृष्ण जी, स्वामी दीपांकर जी, महामंडलेश्वर भैयादास जी, आचार्य प्रतिष्ठा जी, बाबा सत्य नारायण मौर्य जी, सुरेश चव्हाणके जी, कवि डॉ. हरिओम पंवार जी, राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ की गौ सेवा गतिविधि के अखिल भारतीय सह संयोजक नवल किशोर जी, पश्चिमी उत्तर प्रदेश के क्षेत्र प्रचारक महेंद्र जी, राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ के अखिल भारतीय सह सेवा प्रमुख सेंथिल कुमार जी, उत्तर प्रदेश एवं उत्तराखण्ड के प्रचार प्रमुख कृपा शंकर जी, पश्चिम क्षेत्र के प्रचार प्रमुख पदम जी एवं संघ के अनेक अधिकारी, नोएडा के सांसद डॉ. महेश शर्मा एवं नगर के गणमान्य व्यक्तियों समेत अनेक परिवारों की उपस्थिति रही। कार्यक्रम में सोशल मीडिया से जुड़े 50 से अधिक एनफ़्लुएन्सर्स ने भी सहभागिता की।

कार्यक्रम का शुभारम्भ गौपूजन के साथ हुआ। सभी अतिथियों ने गौमाता का पूजन कर गौ पालन और गौ संरक्षण का सन्देश दिया।
इस अवसर पर आचार्य बाल कृष्ण जी ने भारत की संस्कृति में गौमाता के महत्त्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए कहा कि कृषि प्रधान भारत में गौमाता की उपादेयता को हमारे पूर्वजों ने समझ लिया था। उन्होंने कहा गौमाता का संरक्षण हमारे अस्तित्व को बचाने का प्रयास है। उन्होंने कहा गाय हमसे लेती नहीं है बल्कि देती है।

सदगुरु ऋतेश्वर जी महाराज ने कहा कि यह फिल्म गौ माता के महत्त्व को देश और दुनिया के सामने उजागर करेगी। 1857 में गौमाता की चर्बी ने इस देश में क्रान्ति ला दी थी। गौशाला और वृद्धाश्रम भारत की परम्परा नहीं। जब तक घर-घर में गौ नहीं होगी तब तक गौ का संरक्षण नहीं होगा। उन्होंने कहा जब तक गौमाता को कृषि के साथ प्रत्यक्ष रूप से नहीं जोड़ा जाएगा तब तक गौमाता की रक्षा नहीं होगी।

स्वामी दीपांकर जी ने कहा कि गौमाता हिन्दू संस्कृति का प्राण है। उसमें सभी देवी देवताओं का वास है। गौसेवा से ही राष्ट्र क्रान्ति होगी। महामंडलेश्वर भैयादास जी ने कहा कि जब से उन्होंने गौसेवा प्रारम्भ की गौमाता की कृपा से उन्हें प्रतिदिन एक लाख व्यक्तियों को भोजन कराने की सामर्थ्य मिली। उन्होंने कहा एक बार गौसेवा करके देखो, किसी प्रमाण की आवश्यकता नहीं रह जायेगी।

आचार्य प्रतिष्ठा जी ने कहा कि देश गौ, गंगा, गायत्री, यज्ञ, योग और आयुर्वेद के माध्यम से ही पूरे विश्व में कीर्तिवान बनेगा।

बाबा सत्य नारायण मौर्य जी ने अपनी कविता और गीत के माध्यम से उपस्थित जनसमुदाय को गौमाता के संरक्षण की प्रेरणा दी। इस अवसर पर प्रसिद्ध कवि हरिओम पंवार जी ने अपनी कविताओं से राष्ट्रबोध का दर्शन कराया और भारत की वर्तमान सशक्त होती छवि, शक्ति सम्पन्न भारत के प्रादुर्भाव को अभिव्यक्त किया।

फिल्म के निर्माता हैं- विनोद कुमार चौधरी एवं डॉ. पारुल चौधरी (दीनदयाल कामधेनु गौशाला समिति), सह-निर्माता चेतन गोस्वामी। निर्देशन अमित प्रजापति ने किया है। फिल्म की कहानी को एक बछिया और उसके नायक पर केंद्रित करते हुए बनाया गया है, जो हिंदू धर्म में गाय को विशेष तौर से रेखांकित करती है। फिल्म 6 फरवरी को देश भर में रिलीज होगी।

फिल्म के निर्माता विनोद चौधरी का कहना है कि गोदान फिल्म गाय के धार्मिक, वैज्ञानिक और सामाजिक पहलुओं पर प्रकाश डालती है। निर्माता का कहना है कि यह फिल्म संस्कृति और मानवता के बंधन को भी दर्शाती है।

फिल्म के प्रमोशन के लिए देश के सभी राज्यों के विभिन्न नगरों में कार्यक्रम आयोजित हो रहे हैं। इस अवसर पर दीनदयाल कामधेनु गौशाला समिति, दीनदयाल धाम मथुरा के अध्यक्ष महेश गुप्ता जी एवं मंत्री हरिशंकर जी भी उपस्थित रहे। कार्यक्रम में 1500 लोगों ने सहभागिता कर गौमाता के संरक्षण के प्रति अपनी प्रतिबद्धता दर्शाई। मंच का संचालन युवा कवि अमित शर्मा ने किया।

Swachh Bharat to Circular Bharat: TERI SAS, IRIS Summit foster sustainable practices

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New Delhi: The IPCA Centre for Waste Management and Research (ICWMR) at TERI SAS kicked off the International Recycling Incubation Summit (IRIS) 2026 at the India Habitat Centre today. The two-day event is focused on ‘Integrating sustainable waste supply chain logistics and low-carbon pathways for a circular economy’. It brings together over 300 participants from various sectors, including government, business, academia, media, and community groups, to accelerate India’s shift towards more efficient resource use.

During the opening ceremony, the mood was optimistic and action-oriented. Presiding as Chief Guest, Shri Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, emphasised the government’s determination to incorporate sustainability into urban planning. “Our journey from a Clean India to a Circular India is essential,” he said, emphasising that cities should not just be places where things are consumed but also areas where resources are reused and regenerated. He said that Swachh Bharat Mission started by our Hon’ble PM in the year 2014 is not just a mission but a revolution towards making Clean India. He mentioned that Circular Economy is the way to achieve the vision of “Viksit Bharat”. He also mentioned that the event like IRIS 2026 is the right platform to bring together the Govt. Academia, Research Institutes and NGO’s to deliberate ways to achieve Sustainable Development and making Viksit Bharat. . In his welcome address, Prof. Arun Kansal, Director, ICWMR, TERI SAS, framed the summit as a critical platform for convergence. “IRIS 2026 is designed to connect the dots between technology, policy, and community action to unlock its value. We are here to move from incubation to acceleration,” he remarked. Dr Vibha Dhawan, Chancellor, TERI SAS, highlighted that educational institutions need to play an active role in this circular transition. She noted that universities should collaborate with industry and communities to develop real solutions rather than focusing solely on theoretical knowledge. She also highlighted the importance of effective waste logistics to achieve greater resource recovery and reduce carbon footprints.

Providing a global policy perspective, Mr C.R. Mohanty from the UNCRD connected India’s efforts to the broader Sustainable Development Goals. India’s scale and innovation in circular economy models offer transformative lessons for the Global South. “Integrating low-carbon pathways into waste management is a powerful strategy for climate mitigation and building resilient economies,” he observed. He also spoke about the importance of working towards achieving SDG’s with more rigour to counter various environmental challenges.

While setting the theme address, Mr Ashish Jain, Founder Director, IPCA, highlighted “The future belongs to businesses that see waste as a strategic resource. In the circular economy, sustainability is not a cost—it is our greatest competitive advantage and our responsibility to the planet.” He mentioned that now we should responsibly and collectively work to achieve “Waste to Wealth & Health”. Prof. Suman Dhar, VC, TERI SAS, informed, “Our students are not just studying sustainability—they are designing it. The circular transition will be led by those who can blend technical skill with systemic vision, and TERI SAS is committed to empowering these changemakers.

The summit’s agenda is packed with various discussions, including:
• Industry Leaders Meet: Examining stewardship beyond compliance.
• The Circular Confluence: A high-level panel on aligning policy, practice, and innovation.
• Parallel Technical Tracks: On Advanced Recycling Technologies, Waste Logistics Optimization, Circular Supply Chain Design, and Policy Frameworks.
• Media Panel & Grassroots Impact Stories: Highlighting the role of narrative and community action.
• Collective Wisdom Panel & Valedictory: Synthesising outcomes and felicitating research excellence.
IRIS 2026 aims to finish with a clear plan for partnerships, policy suggestions, and innovative ideas that strengthen the movement from waste to valuable resources, supporting India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions.

The Unfinished Flavors of Coimbatore – A Journey Left Deliciously Incomplete

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Chennai : The Coimbatore trip remained unfinished, but in that very incompleteness lies a new story waiting to unfold.

A while back, when I visited Coimbatore, I met my friend Anubhav Sapra from Delhi Food Walks. Anubhav is the person you’ve probably been watching on YouTube for the past eight years—roaming the country’s streets, capturing every corner’s street food, dhabas, and local flavors on camera. He’s like Vinod Dua, but for food—someone who “eats for the nation.”

I already knew his full journey from student leader to YouTuber. In Coimbatore, he had come as a seeker—for spiritual sadhana at Isha in Tamil Nadu, traveling from Delhi. In the middle of our conversation, he said with infectious enthusiasm, “Brother, if you’ve come to Coimbatore, don’t leave without eating the dosa at Annapoorna. If you miss that dosa, your trip will be considered incomplete.” His excitement was so contagious that I made up my mind right then: on the day of departure, we’d definitely stop at Annapoorna on the way to the airport. After all, who wants to return with an unfinished journey?

On the final day, we planned it perfectly—leave for the airport four hours early so we could savor Annapoorna’s famous ghee-laden dosa, its signature sambar, and a perfect filter coffee. But fate had other plans. As soon as we arrived, we saw all the outlets closed. We learned that the restaurant chain’s Vice Chairman had passed away, so the entire group was shut down for the day. My heart sank. That anticipation, that hunger—everything went cold in an instant.

Still, I refused to give up. We had already decided to visit the Perur Pateeswarar Temple. But a Banaras-based influencer friend pressured us to head straight to the airport—his flight was earlier, so he dragged me along from the Velliangiri Foothills. The Perur temple passed right by on the way, but we kept going. A short distance later, my friend got a message: his Indigo flight was canceled! Now what? Going back to the temple didn’t seem practical anymore.

We decided to make the most of the remaining time and find a nearby temple. Checking the location, we spotted a Ganpati temple close by. When we reached, renovation work was underway—dust, scattered materials, everything in disarray.

That day, it felt like Coimbatore itself was whispering, “Not yet… stay a little longer.” The crispy dosa from Annapoorna, the ancient Shivling at Perur, the blessings at Ganpati—all postponed for next time.

Now I have plenty of reasons to return to Coimbatore soon. Anubhav’s words still echo in my ears. Next time I go, I’ll head first to Perur Pateeswarar Temple, then straight to Annapoorna—to complete that unfinished journey. And maybe that dosa will taste even better after such a long wait.

Sometimes, the journeys left incomplete become the most memorable ones. Do you have any such experience—where something special slipped away, but it only made you more determined to go back?

Jaipur BookMark 2026: Illuminating the Future of Publishing A Legacy of Literary Exchange and Innovation

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Delhi: BluOne Ink presents Jaipur BookMark 2026, South Asia’s premier B2B publishing conclave, celebrated its 13th edition from January 15 to 19, 2026, at Hotel Clarks Amer in Jaipur. Running concurrently with the 19th Jaipur Literature Festival, this vibrant platform has long served as a cornerstone for the Indian publishing ecosystem. Over the years, it has nurtured growth, resilience, and creativity while facilitating essential professional connections in the global book trade.

The conclave unites publishers, literary agents, editors, writers, translators, booksellers, and diverse stakeholders from India and abroad. It creates opportunities for enduring collaborations, meaningful dialogue, and fresh ideas that address the changing dynamics of publishing across languages, cultures, and markets. By bridging regional traditions with international perspectives, Jaipur BookMark reinforces its role as a vital hub for cultural and commercial exchange in South Asia.

The inaugural ceremony featured prominent voices from publishing, literature, and cultural leadership reflecting on the transforming landscapes of books and readership. Festival Producer Sammohan Mathodia introduced the programme, followed by the unveiling of the Translation Rights Catalogue by Festival Director Manisha Chaudhary, Norwegian Ambassador H.E. May Elin Stener, and team members. Ambassador Stener expressed delight in the event’s support for literary communities, stressing that freedom of expression remains a cornerstone of democratic societies like Norway and India. Sanjoy K. Roy, Managing Director of Teamwork Arts, highlighted the conclave’s expanding international reach. Co-director Namita Gokhale spoke of the rich literary exchanges that define Jaipur BookMark, while Dr. Pariksith Singh of BluOne Ink underscored the timeless value of language and storytelling. Keynote speaker Ranjit Hoskote emphasized that publishing transcends mere commerce—it must be viewed as a profound cultural practice.

Opening Dialogues: Translation, Design, and Emerging Trends

The opening sessions set an engaging tone for the edition. In “Illuminating Translations,” Deepa Bhasthi explored writing and translating for an international audience. She challenged rigid standards of “proper” English, celebrating the diversity, dialects, and nuances inherent in Indian English variations. Rejecting artificial benchmarks, she advocated for embracing linguistic richness. Following this, “Designed to Please” brought Gunjan Ahlawat and Ujan Dutta into conversation with Devangana Dash on the critical role of design, aesthetics, and visual appeal in captivating readers and enhancing book production.

On the second day, discussions turned toward the industry’s horizon. “Futurescape: Spotting Trends in the Publishing Industry” featured Emma House and Samir Patil in dialogue with Meru Gokhale, examining emerging technologies like generative AI and their transformative impact on publishing practices. Another highlight, “Hindi Literary Podcasts: Sahitya ke Naye Khojdeep,” convened Anjum Sharma, Anurag Minus Verma, and Arti Jain with Jai Prakash Pandey to explore how digital audio platforms invigorate Hindi literature and reach new audiences.

Now in its 13th year, Jaipur BookMark solidifies its status as a leading forum for professional and cultural engagement. By fostering conversations that cross linguistic, regional, and national divides, it remains indispensable to the evolving narrative of publishing in India and beyond. As the conclave continues to spotlight innovations, translations, and diverse voices—including focuses on Marathi literature and global partnerships—it inspires collaboration and forward-thinking in an ever-changing literary world.

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