Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s Art of Living marks 45 years; Karnataka governor, Union MoS attend celebrations The Art of Living's Bengaluru center celebrated its 45th anniversary, honoring founder Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Dignitaries, including Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot and Union Minister Sanjay Seth, attended a special satsang and meditation program. The event highlighted the organization's humanitarian work and Gurudev's efforts to make wellness practices accessible. #Sri #Sri_Sri #Ravi_Shankar #Sri_Ravi #Gurudev_Sri #Living_Bengaluru #Living_marks #Karnataka_governor #Bengaluru_center #honoring_founder
EXCLUSIVE: PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate 45th anniversary celebrations of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Art of Living in Bengaluru; Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Kartik Aaryan and others expected to attend The Art of Living Foundation will mark 45 years of its global humanitarian and spiritual work with a grand celebration at its International Centre in Bengaluru, scheduled from May 10 to May 26, 2026. The occasion also coincides with the 70th birthday of its founder, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address on May 10 and inaugurate the newly built Dhyan Mandir, a dedicated meditation hall on the Bengaluru campus. He will also launch year-long nationwide service initiatives focused on mental well-being, rural development, nature conservation, and social transformation. As per industry sources, Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Kartik Aaryan, producers Sajid Nadiadwala and Mahaveer Jain, and several other prominent names are expected to attend the celebrations, though on different dates. Founded in 1981, The Art of Living operates in 182 countries and it is said that its programs have touched over a billion lives through Sudarshan Kriya, education, and grassroots service. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar noted, “The sign of a healthy society is to see a smile on every face. That is the goal we have been working toward for 45 years. ”Ahead of the event, PM Narendra Modi said, “The Art of Living taught people to act with awareness, with com... #Sri #Narendra_Modi #Aamir_Khan #Kartik_Aaryan #Sri_Sri #Ravi_Shankar #International_Centre #Sri_Ravi #Gurudev_Sri #Living_Foundation
Fiery showdown in Parliament: Rahul Gandhi vs Ravi Shankar Prasad in Lok Sabha over motion to remove Speaker #Rahul_Gandhi #Lok_Sabha #Ravi_Shankar #Shankar_Prasad #remove_Speaker
Ravi Shankar to head Lok Sabha privileges panel Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formed the committee of privileges. This important panel will examine complaints of breach of privilege. BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad will lead the 15-member committee. The panel includes members from both the ruling NDA and opposition parties. A complaint against Rahul Gandhi is pending Speaker's decision. #Lok_Sabha #Sabha_Speaker #Birla #Sabha #Lok #Ravi_Shankar #head_Lok #Sabha_privileges #panel_Lok #Shankar_Prasad
Ravi Shankar centre refutes Rishabh Rikhiram’s ‘Last Disciple’ claim, cites no formal initiation The controversy over sitarist Rishabh Rikhiram Sharma’s claim that he was the last disciple of the late maestro Ravi Shankar has taken a clearer turn, with the Ravi Shankar Centre issuing a detailed rebuttal contesting that assertion. In an official statement on February 27, the Centre said while Rishabh’s musical talent is recognised, there was no formal initiation (Ganda-Bandhan) or traditional ceremony that would qualify him as a disciple in the classical guru-shishya tradition. It described an incident in January 2012, often cited by Rishabh’s team, as an informal string-tying at the young musician’s father’s request, lacking customary rituals, a priest, prepared ceremonial thread or wider witnessThe Centre also cited a public introduction by Pandit Ravi Shankar at a concert, where the maestro reportedly told the audience, “I have just had this new, wonderful young boy become my student, and just given him a few lessons. ” According to the statement, he did not use the word “disciple” at any point. After March 2012, when the legend left India due to poor health, no sustained or structured teaching continued. Reiterating the view often expressed by Ravi Shankar’s daughter, Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar, the Centre said the word disciple has profound cultural meaning in Indian classical music and is earned through years of deep training and commitment, not a han... #Shankar #Rishabh_Rikhiram #Rikhiram_Sharma #Ravi_Shankar #Disciple’_claim #Shankar_centre #refutes_Rishabh #formal_initiation #centre_refutes #Centre_issuing
