Work
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has founded courses that provide techniques and tools to live a deeper, more joyous life. He has established nonprofit organizations that recognize a common human identity above the boundaries of race, nationality and religion. His goal is to uplift people around the globe, to reduce stress, and to develop leaders so that human values can flourish in people and communities.
Gurudev has inspired a wave of volunteerism and service, resulting in one of the largest volunteer-based organizations in the world, with more than 30,000 teachers and over one million volunteers engaged in service projects in 180 countries.
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1st World Meditation Day - A World Record
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Mexico Meditates
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World Record for a Major Reforestation Initiative
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Republic of Fiji's Highest Civilian Award
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Transforming New Zealand Through Inner Peace
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Mauritius Accords a Warm Welcome to Gurudev
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Received by Iceland’s Prime Minister
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Yoga for the Mind: European Tour
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60 Specially-abled Athletes Participate in a Wheelchair Cricket Tournament
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Visit to Sri Lanka: Promoting Peace, Development and Unity
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Inspiring Public Participation for a Developed India
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Waves of Bliss in East Asia
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Mahashivratri: Celebration of Ancient Wisdom and Meditation
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Harvesting Hope: Ending Farmer Suicides, Cultivating Prosperity
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Empowering Youth: Pledges and Partnerships
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Advancing Research and Spirituality in Jodhpur
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A Historic Milestone: The Consecration of the Grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya After 500 Years
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Journey of Peace and Sustainability in the UAE
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Gurudev Inspires Wellness and Unity Across India
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Collaborative Efforts for Sustainable Development in Maharashtra
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Gujarat Revels In Diwali Bliss
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Sri Sri University Marks 10th Convocation with Innovation Showcases
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World Culture Festival 2023: A Call for Celebrating Diversity
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Discourse on Peace at United Nations
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Navigating Conflict with Skillful Communication
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Gurudev Encourages Students to ‘Communicate Fearlessly’ in the National Induction Meet
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Texas and Howard County, Maryland Declare Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Day
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Advocating for Global Environmental Responsibility in Slovenia
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Addressing the Global Mental Health Crisis: Insights from the European Parliament Think Tank
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Gurudev Addresses the NAS Summit in Dubai
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Republic Summit 2023: Transformations, Spirituality & India's Impact
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Gujarat Joins in Drug-Free India Campaign
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New Delhi Embraces Gurudev’s Message on Meditation, Happiness
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Gurudev Promotes Wellness and Stress-free Living in Maharashtra
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Mahashivratri 2023: The Art of Living Launches New Environment Initiatives
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Happiness Tour of Tamil Nadu
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Gurudev in Maharashtra: JalTara Project Gets a Boost
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Kickstarting 74th Republic Day Celebrations
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Gurudev Addresses the World Economic Forum on "Cooperation in a Fragmented World"
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Gurudev’s Message for New Year 2023 - Will You Be Serious or Playful in 2023?
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Atlanta Embraces Gurudev’s #IStandForPeace Call
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Mental Health Gets a Boost Through 'Har Ghar Dhyan' Project
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Launch of Social Media App 'Elyments' in Kannada
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Much-needed Oxygen Truck OxyAid Launched at Bengaluru Center
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Sports as a Tool to Unite Humanity
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Honoring Traditions - Durga Puja During Navratri
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Global Peace Tour Continues to Denmark
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Vibrant Africa Tour - Tanzania
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Vibrant Africa Tour - Uganda
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Culture Festival Nigeria - Celebrating 40+ Years of Art of Living
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Inauguration of Happiness Center in Nigeria
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Vibrant Africa Tour - Ghana
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South America Stands for Peace
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Highest Civilian Award from Suriname
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Agnipath Scheme - An Appeal for Peace
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I Stand For Peace Reaches the US Shores
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I Stand for Peace Campaign Launched in Europe
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Message on Earth Day
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Gurudev in Spain
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Gurudev Delivers Keynote Addresses at Prominent Events in Delhi
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The Art of Living Turns 40: Reminiscing Beginnings and Envisioning the Future
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A Bright Future for Indian Farmers: Celebrating the Kisan Samruddhi Mahotsav with Art of Living
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Russia Ukraine Conflict - Relief Efforts by Art of Living and IAHV
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Visit to the Statue of Equality
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Keynote at the Metaverse Summit, CES 2022
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10th Global Conference on Health Promotion by WHO
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Inauguration of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor
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Traditional Celebrations and the Launch of Green India Initiative in Hyderabad
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The Future of Education
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Value-based Education for Personality Development
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Tribal Pride Day - Preserving Indigenous Cultural Heritage
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Self-Management: The Key To Effective Leadership
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What Happens When You Die? Secrets Of Death
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Diwali 2021 Celebrations in Gujarat
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The Art of Leadership and Success
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Keynote at the National Inter-Religious Conference, Nagpur
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Gurudev Inaugurates GIOSTAR - Institute of Regenerative Medicine
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5 Yogic Insights to Overcome Type-2 Diabetes
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6 Wisdom Hacks for a Resilient Mind
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Gurudev Presides Over Meeting of the GOverning Council of Indian Yoga Association as the New Chairman
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Gurudev Inaugurates the Defeat Diabetes Campaign
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Reviving an Ancient Garden Tradition Last Explored 2,000 Years Ago
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Four Practices to Prevent Suicides
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Combating Climate Change with "Rakhis" - A Project by 1100 Tribal Women from India
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Afghanistan: A New Mindset is Needed for Change
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Youth Day Special - Careers, Spirituality & Mental Health
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650 Volunteers Bring Relief Material in Flood-ravaged Konkan Belt
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Sports is Elevated to a Very High Level in Indian Culture
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AGA - Decoding the Mind & Consciousness
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AGA - A 6-point Guide to Career Success
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AGA - Karma And Reincarnation
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Message on the 7th International Yoga Day
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Meditation - a Tool for Inner Peace and Strength
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How Meditation Can Help Build the Future of Africa Post Covid
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6 Invaluable Lessons from the Sikh Tradition
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Overcoming Pessimism & Depression in the Pandemic
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Looking at the Pandemic Crisis Through the Lens of Wisdom
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Covid 19 - Responding to the Second Wave in India
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A Dialogue and Prayer for a Healthier World
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Alternative to Chemotherapy for Cancer Treatment Launched
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Secrets to Mastering Emotions
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Mahashivratri Celebrations
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New Year Celebration 2021
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Enriching Education: Introducing Life Skills & Mental Wellness in Mainstream Education
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Online Meditation and Breath Workshop with Gurudev
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From De-addiction to Parenting & Dealing with Anxiety
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More Research on Feasibility of AYUSH Medicine for COVID-19
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Gurudev Inaugurates a State-of-the-art Skilling Facility
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Rural Development: Launch of Centers of Excellence
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COVID-19 Mental Health Challenges: Insights to Becoming Stronger & More Resilient
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Geospatial World Award for Societal Impact
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Finding Echoes: The New Education Policy in India
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Yale & BIDMC Independently Endorse Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) for Boosting Mental Health of Students
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Elyments - Social Media App Launched by Honorable Vice President of India
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Welcoming the Free Ration Scheme
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Covid Conversations - Environment Thought Leaders
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Covid Conversations - Medical Fraternity
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Building Africa, Building the World During COVID Times
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Online Meditation and Breath Workshop for Doctors and Medical Professionals
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Covid Conversations - Diverse in Vocation, United in Humanity
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Celebrating Easter Sunday in Lockdown
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Shaping a New World Together - Responding to Covid-19 Scenario
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Let Men Cook - Lockdown Adventures
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New Series - Open Up in Lockdown (20 Episodes)
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Celebrating Ram Navami with a Meditation During the Lockdown
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#iStandwithHumanity - An Initiative to Support the Daily-wage Earners Affected by the Coronavirus Lockdown
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Corona Virus Situation - Supporting People and the Government
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Wellbeing And Wellness Tips To Handle The Corona Virus Situation
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"No Vested Interest Can Break the Spirit of Unity and Brotherhood in India"
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Let Us All Commit to Harmony and Peace in Delhi
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Over 150,000 People from 50 Countries Join Maha Shivaratri Celebrations
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Girl Child and Environment Take Centre Stage at the 9th International Women's Conference
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CAB (Citizenship Amendment Bill) - Appeal for Peace
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‘Ireland Meditates’ with Gurudev
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International Conference on Child Dignity at Vatican City
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‘Breath and Environment’
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From Meditation to Mediation - Address at the European Parliament
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The Ayodhya Dispute - A Brief Timeline
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Calls on Colombians to Give Peace Another Chance
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Venezuela Continues Its Search for Peace
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An Evening of Music and Meditation in Panama
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Gurudev Welcomed in Venezuela. Hopes for Peace.
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An Eventful Visit to Russia
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Honorary Doctorate By Ural Federal University
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150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi
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Keynote Speech at the Anti-Doping Conference
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Gurudev Gives a Keynote for Clean Air Games Conference at Nobel Peace Center
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Gurudev Receives The 'Order of St. George' Award
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Meditation for World Peace and Prosperity
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Two Thousand Farmers Meet at the Native-Seed Convention
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PM Modi Lauds The Art of Living’s Initiatives To Fight The Menace of Drugs In India
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Launch of Art of Living’s Drug Free India Campaign
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Limca Book Of Records for ‘Most Extensive River Rejuvenation By Any NGO’
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A Tribute to Gurudev Sri Shivakumara Swamiji of Siddhaganga Mutt
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Sabrimala - A Call for Peace in Kerala
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Waves of Happiness in Lebanon
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UAE Accords Warm Welcome to Gurudev
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) of India Experiences the Art of Living
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Ayodhya: Two Main Muslim Petitioners Support Out-of-court Settlement
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Encouraged by Sustained Interventions UPLA Pledges For Peace On Gandhi Jayanti
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We Need to Help People Move Beyond Their Prejudices
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Learn the Art of Winning the World with Love: Gurudev Tells 50,000 Students in Sikar
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Gurudev Launches PM's "Swachata Hi Seva" Cleanliness Drive in Bengaluru
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The Art of Living’s Healing Touch in the Deluge-hit Tribal Areas of Kerala
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The Art of Living Sends 60 Truckloads of Relief Material to Kerala
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Sends Message of Hope in the Wake of Devastating Kerala Floods, Offers Full Support to CM
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Demystifies Yoga For The European Parliament, Calls It The Need Of The Hour
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Make the Environment Free of Plastics, Not Free For Plastics!
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International Leadership Award at the Museum of Tolerance
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Launches Cauvery River Rejuvenation Project
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Enabling Influential Women Leaders Through Spirituality And Wisdom
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Ancient Chants Fill Up the Air at Mahashivratri Celebrations
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Ayodhya: Support for Out-of-court Settlement
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Addresses Thousands of Youths from 20 Colleges in Davangere
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The Art of Living Will Approach The Supreme Court
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Hosts Reconciliation Meet for Kashmir Conflict
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Strength in Diversity: North East Indigenous People’s Conference
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In Colombia, FARC Relaunches as a Political Party, Calls it a Miracle
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Manipur CM Lauds Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar After 68 Militants Surrender
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ISRO Scientists Explore a New Dimension of Space with Gurudev
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Meets Gujarat Flood Victims
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Inspects Vedavathi Rejuvenation Project Sites
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Ethics in Innovation - Spirituality Shares a Dais with Science
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On Yoga Day Chilling Temperatures, Tough Terrains, Conflict Fail To Bring Down The Yoga Love
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No Data to Support Allegations Against The Art of Living at the NGT
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Interaction with Happiness Program Participants
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Healthcare Facility for Rural Karnataka
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Inspires 1 Million in Africa to Meditate for Peace
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Statement from the Art of Living - No Contempt Notice Issued
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Why Did the Authorities Give Permission for WCF if Yamuna Was So Fragile?
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Inconsistencies of the NGT Committee Expose Their Lies
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Gurudev Inaugurates Yoga Club in Japanese Parliament
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Mahashivratri Celebrations with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Brought Together Over a Lakh People from 100 Countries
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Jallikattu - Gurudev Appeals for Peace in Tamil Nadu
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Jallikattu - Let Us Bring Normalcy to Tamil Nadu
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"Own Your Country", Gurudev to 100,000 Youth in Kota
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Latin America Looks To Gurudev For Peace
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Gurudev Frees Mexico's Dreaded Prisons of Violence
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Gurudev Meets Top Colombian Leaders
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Gurudev Initiates Peace Process In Kashmir
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The Art of Living Inaugurates Skills Training Center To Electrify India With Solar Power
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Demonetising of 500 and 1000 Rupee Notes in India
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Gurudev to Address Both Houses of French Parliament
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Referendum for Colombia FARC Peace Agreement
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Gurudev invited to Signing of FARC-Colombian Government Peace Agreement
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Ethics in Sports Award Conferred at the Second World Summit on Ethics & Leadership in Sports
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Gurudev Teaches Sudarshan Kriya Online
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NGT Committee is Biased, Unscientific and Lacks Credibility
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Securing Britain by Unlocking Prisoners’ Minds
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Addresses Lords, Ladies & MPs in the Speaker’s Chambers at the House of Commons
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'I Am Ready to Do Whatever is Necessary to Achieve Reconciliation'
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Reiterates the Message Of faith, Co-existence and Happiness as World Culture Festival draws to a Close
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World Culture Festival Sets Stage for Inter-faith Convergence
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Global Leadership Forum
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Prime Minister Modi Kicks Off the World Culture Festival in New Delhi
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Mahashivaratri Celebrations 2016
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World Culture Festival - Celebration of Diversity and Uniqueness
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Gurudev on His Selection for the Padma Vibhushan Awards 2016
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Kindling the Sparks of Leadership
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70 Veena Artists Converge on One Stage
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Art of Living Hosts an Interaction with EU Members
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Celebrating Navratri 2015
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Gurudev Inaugurates ‘Smart Village’ Project in Chikmagalur
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Colombian Peace Process Gets a Big Boost
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Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: A Remarkable Life
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Breakthrough at the Peace Talks with FARC in Cuba
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Colombia Hails Gurudev for Peace Work
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50 Million Across 132 Countries Have a Day Out with Art of Living Yoga
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Inspires Over 500 000, in Africa, to Meditate for Peace.
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Interview With Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
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US Congressional Representatives Meditate with Gurudev
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The Yoga Way
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Global Challenges & the Way Forward
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Gurudev and The Art of Living Conferred 2 Prestigious Awards in Malaysia
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The Art of Living Happiness Festival
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Art of Living Hosts Education Conference, Calls for Value Based Higher Education
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Celebrations for Shivaratri - 2015
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Corporate Culture Spirituality Conference Sees Action Plans for Business Growth with a Social Philosophy
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1500 Farmers from Karnataka Meet to Harvest Benefits of Organic Farming
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Gurudev Urges Youth to Enhance Employability Through Skill-training
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Peace Concert - Art of Living Hosts Largest Music Symphony of 5378 Flutists
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Gurudev Led 3 Million People Worldwide in the ‘Chants for Global Peace and Happiness'
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Christmas 2014 and New Year Message
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Integral Human Development - India Ideas Conclave, Goa
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Speaks on UN Declaration of June 21st as World Yoga Day
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Gurudev Ventures into Conflict Zone to Pitch for Peace in Iraq
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Gurudev to Visit the Sinjar Relief Camps on 19th-20th November
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Art of Living Reaches Out Yazidis, Shias and Christians in Iraq
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Gurudev Addresses 1st World Summit On Ethics In Sports at FIFA Headquarters
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Sri Sri University Celebrates Its First Convocation
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Gurudev on Success and Happiness
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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on World Peace & Global Harmony
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Gurudev Addresses the 'Stress Reduction Skills: Scientific Update’ Conference
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Art of Living Hosts Japanese Minister of Education, Culture and Sports
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Gurudev Inaugurates North American Ayurveda Conference
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Speaking Compassion
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Honor from the California Legislature Assembly
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Art of Living Conducts Programs for Kurdish Parliament
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The Intersection of Capitalism and Happiness
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Villages in Bihar Follow Violence-free Path
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‘Reformers Have a Bigger Role Than Rulers’
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Giving Blood Donation a Boost
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The Happiness Tour of Bahrain
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Corporate Culture & Inspiration
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Taking Free Education to the Grassroots
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City of Joy Urged to Vote for a Better India
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Interfaith Council in Vienna, Austria
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Honoring the Traditions - Shivaratri 2014
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Inspiring Ethics in Business and Caring for Environment in Nepal
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Inauguration of Community Center for Villagers
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Gurudev Inaugurates Good Governance Department at Sri Sri University
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A 360° on Yoga
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Big Ideas for a Better India
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Christmas Celebrations: A Message of Sharing & Joy
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Diwali Celebrations in Gujarat
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Gurudev Meets Riot Victims' Families in Muzaffarnagar
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Receiving Honorary Doctorate from Desh Bhagat University, Punjab, India
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‘Jnanappana’ Marks Independence Day at Art of Living Centre
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Gurudev Invited to Celebrate Ramzan Eid
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Leading "Walk for Water" Walkathon
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Prison Inmates Teach Stress Relief Programs to Other Prisoners
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Receiving Honorary Doctorate at Utkal University
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Addressing World Cultural Forum in China
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At the World Forum on Ethics in Business, United Nations
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Bestowing Sri Sri Award on Sri A. Nagaraju
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Nouvelle Vie Haiti
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YES! for Schools
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Spotlight - Women’s Empowerment
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Spotlight - Disaster Relief
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Spotlight - Social Initiatives
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Project Welcome Home Troops
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Prison Program
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Care for Children
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Art of Living Yoga
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Youth Programs
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Yesplus
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The Art of Meditation - Sahaj Samadhi
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Art of Living Course - Happiness Program and Sudarshan Kriya
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Spotlight - Educational Initiatives
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Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth (VVM)
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International Association for Human Values
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Art of Living Foundation
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Spotlight - Peace Initiatives
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Celebrating the Holiday Season
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Remembering India’s Martyrs
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Emphasizing Responsible Media - Inauguration of the Gurudev School of Media Studies
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Gurudev Welcomed by President of Maldives
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Launching the “Volunteer for a Better India” Campaign
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Combating Substance Abuse
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Receives Award for Humanitarian Work and Contribution to Society
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Delivering the Keynote Address at BANCON 2012
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Music and Spirituality: Naad Sanskriti Satsang
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Gurudev Visits Maharashtra
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Celebrating Diwali
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Promoting Chemical-Free Farming
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Gurudev Visits Gujarat
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Prayer for World Peace
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Gurudev Honored for Socio-Economic Contributions
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Gurudev Visits Peru
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Received Award in Paraguay for Humanitarian Work
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Rehabilitation in the Slums of Retiro, Buenos Aires
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Gurudev Speaks at the Ethics in Business Conference in Argentina
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150,000 Meditators Come Together for Peace
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Gurudev Visits San Martin Prison
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University of Buenos Aires Honors Gurudev
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Argentina Bestows Honors
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Visit to Brazil
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Governor of São Paulo, Brazil Meets with Gurudev
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Spirituality: A Bridge for Peace in South Africa
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Gurudev Meets with President of India
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Reforming Militants
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Inspiring Youth at International Festival in Poland
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Resolving Communal Violence
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Promoting Unity Through the Arts
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Faith Leaders at the World Economic Forum
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Women and Technology: International Women’s Conference
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Shivaratri Celebrations
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Honoring Beacons of Selfless Service
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Third International Seminar on Mysticism & Spirituality in Islam & Indian Religions
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A Musical Symphony of 1,100 Veenas
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Gurudev Visits West Bengal
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World Forum for Ethics in Business
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Japanese Prime Minister Lauds Gurudev’s “Wave of Happiness” Campaign
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A Commentary on the Upanishads
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Gurudev Visits Ukraine
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A Symphony of Bagpipes
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Gurudev Received by Kazakhstan Leaders
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Inauguration of the International Center for Meditation and Well Being