Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora - NewsRamakrishna Kutir, Almora - Newshttps://almora.rkmm.org/newsThu, 11 Jun 2026 08:30:18 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Prize Distribution Celebration, 31st May, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/prize-distribution-celebration-31st-may-2026The prize distribution ceremony was held on 31 May 2026 at Hotel Milam Inn, Almora , and was attended by around 150 participants , including students, t ]]>
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The prize distribution ceremony was held on 31 May 2026 at Hotel Milam Inn, Almora, and was attended by around 150 participants, including students, teachers, principals, parents, retreat delegates, devotees, monks, and local dignitaries. Shri Ajay Verma, Mayor of Almora, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Sixty students were awarded prizes. The programme concluded with vibrant cultural performances by awardee students, followed by refreshments for all present.

VIVEKANANDA INTER-SCHOOL COMPETITION

PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY

May 31st 2026

TimeEvent
3:00 PMArrival of Students
 Cultural Program Competition (Ready for Program)
3:00 PMArrival of Dignitaries
03.05 PMLighting of Lamp & Offering Flowers at Swamiji's Photograph accompanied by Vedic Chanting
3:10 PMWelcome Speech by Swami Dhruveshananda
3:15 PMFelicitation for guests (by Bouquet & Memento)
3:20 PMCultural Program by Sanskar Valley
3:28 PMSpeech by  - Guest of Honor Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor
3:35 PMGita Chanting - Pradyuman Joshi, GIC Almora
3:40 PMStudent Speech - By Jiya Chamiyal, Army Public School
3:45 PMSpeech by Chief Guest - Swami Achyuteshanandaji Mj. Secretary, R.K. Mission, Narottam Nagar & Trustee Ramakrishna Math & Mission, Belur Math, Howarh West Bengal
 Short Play - 
4:00 PMPrize Distribution ( Winner List Wise)
4:30 PMFelicitation for Judges/Teachers (Memento)
4:45 PMFelicitation for volunteers (by Sweets and Books)
4:50 PMVote of Thanks by Dr. CP Fuloria, SSJ University Almora
TEA for Dignitaries Food Packet for Students

]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:31:43 +0530<![CDATA[Half Day Seminar, 31st May, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/half-day-seminar-31st-may-2026A half-day seminar was organized at Shivananda Hall on the theme “Indian Social System, Skill Development and Value-Based Education in the Light of Sw ]]>
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A half-day seminar was organized at Shivananda Hall on the theme “Indian Social System, Skill Development and Value-Based Education in the Light of Swami Vivekananda’s Teachings.” The speakers included Swami Achyuteshanandaji Maharaj, Secretary, Ramakrishna Mission Narottamnagar,  Prof. Satpal Singh Bisht, Vice-Chancellor, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora, and Prof. Milton Kumar Dev, Department of History, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Half Day Seminar at Shivananda Hall, 
Ramakrishna Kutir, Almora
31.05.2026

TimeEvent
8:45 AMArrival of Students 
 Arrival of Dignitaries
9:00 AMLighting of Lamp & Offering Flowers at Swamiji's Photograph accompanied by Vedic Chanting by Monks
9:05 AMSaraswati Vandana by Students of Vivekananda Balika Inter College 
9:10 AMWelcome Song by Students of Vivekananda Balika Inter College 
9:15 AMWelcome Address By Swami Dhruveshanandaji Maharaj, Adhyaksha RK Kutir, Almora
9:20 AMIntroduction By Dr. C.P. Fuloria, SSJ University Almora
9:25 AMFelicitation for guests 
9:30 AMSpeech  by Dr Lalita Rawal, Education Faculty, SSJ University Almora
9:35 AMSpeech  by Guest of Honour - Prof. Milton Kumar Dev, Dhaka Unversity, Bangladesh
10:05 AMSpeech  by Chief Guest - Prof. Satpal Singh Bisht, VC, SSJ University, Almora
10:35 AMSpeech by Chairman - Swami Achyuteshanandaji Mj. Secretary, R.K. Mission, Narottam Nagar & Trustee Ramakrishna Math & Mission, Belur Math, Howarh West Bengal
11:05 AMVote of Thanks By Swami Sukhanandaji Maharaj, Adhyaksha Ramakrishna Math, Bhuj, Gujarat
Lunch for Students & Digniteries

]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:13:52 +0530<![CDATA[Spiritual Retreat - 27th to 30th May 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/spiritual-retreat-27th-to-30th-may-2026A three day spiritual retreat was held at our Almora Ashrama from 27 th to 30th May 2026 , attended by 45  delegates from various parts of India ]]>


A three day spiritual retreat was held at our Almora Ashrama from 27th to 30th May 2026, attended by 45 delegates from

various parts of India & Abroad  

      1.     During the second phase (27–30 May), Swami Omkareshanandaji Maharaj (Nagpur) conducted guided meditation sessions and discourses on Reincarnation (Punarjanmavad), Sri Ramakrishna Dev, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda. Swami Bhitiharanandaji Maharaj (Chandigarh) delivered discourses and conducted interactive question-and-answer sessions on Dharma Tattva in the light of Swami Vivekananda’s teachings. Swami Sukhanandaji Maharaj (Bhuj) conducted sessions on Ramcharitmanas along with devotional recitations. Swami Achyuteshanandaji Maharaj (Narottam Nagar) delivered an insightful discourse on Swami Vivekananda for the Modern Age. Swami Mayadheeshanandaji (Almora) dielivered lecture on Narad Bhakti Surtra. A devotional music programme (Bhajan Sandhya) was presented by Dr. Subhadra Desai & her team from New Delhi.



Swami Omkareshananda, Nagpur
Swami Bhitiharananda, Chandigarh
Devotional Songs by Dr. Subhadra Desai
Swami Achyuteshananda, Narottamnagar
Photos & Videos
Retreat Delegates
Closing Ceremony
]]>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:33:20 +0530<![CDATA[Spiritual Retreat - 6th to 8th May 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/spiritual-retreat-6th-to-8th-may-2026A three day spiritual retreat was held at our Almora Ashrama from 6 th to 8th May 2026 , attended by 65  delegates from various parts of India  & ]]>


A three day spiritual retreat was held at our Almora Ashrama from 6th to 8th May 2026, attended by 65 delegates from

various parts of India  



The retreat featured the following speakers and sessions:

Swami Shuddhidananda, Adhyaksha, Advaita Ashrama, Mayavati – Discourse on Bhagavad Gita Chapter-8 (Akshar Brahma Yoga) 

Swami Divyavratananda, Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Guwahati – Bhakti Geeti (Bhajans).


Swami Shuddhidananda
Swami Divyavratananda
Devotional Songs by Devotees
Devotional Songs by Devotees
Photos & Videos
Retreat Delegates
Rabindranath Tagore’s ‘Raktakarabi’ in pathabhinoy form (enactment through words) by Dwarka Society of Performing Arts, New Delhi
Welcome Address by Swami Dhruveshananda
]]>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:29:01 +0530<![CDATA[191st Tithi Puja of Thakur Sri Ramakrishna Dev 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/191st-tithi-puja-of-thakur-sri-ramakrishna-dev-2026The  191st Birth Anniversary of Thakur Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa Dev was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on  Thrusday, 19th February, 20 ]]>

The 191st Birth Anniversary of Thakur Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa Dev was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Thrusday, 19th February, 2025. The day started with Mangal Arati at 6:00 AM followed by Puja at 8:00 AM, Homa at 10:00 AM and Bhogarati & Pushpanjali at 11:30 AM. Bhajans were sung by Swami Harishwarananada. A Bhandara was organised on the occasion in which more than 320 devotees, students, volunteers & workers were fed the noon prasad. Students from the Govt. Hotel Management Institute, Soban Singh Jeena University, Sishu Sadan & Nari Niketan joined the celebrations.

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]]>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:46:38 +0530<![CDATA[Mahashivaratri Puja 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/mahashivaratri-puja-2026Mahashivaratri was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Sunday, 15th February, 2026. The Puja started after Sandhya Arati at 7:30 PM. Bhogarati, Ba ]]>

Mahashivaratri was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Sunday, 15th February, 2026. The Puja started after Sandhya Arati at 7:30 PM. Bhogarati, Bathing of Baneshwara Shiva Lingam & Pushpanjali were also conducted. The Puja got over by 09.30 PM Bhajans were sung by Br. Arpan & a student. Around 20 devotees, students & workers were fed the night prasad.

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]]>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:10:24 +0530<![CDATA[77th Republic Day - 26 January 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/77th-republic-day-26-january-202677th Republic Day Celebration – 2025 The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at our Ashrama premises on Monday, 26th January 2026 , from 10:30 AM to 11:45 ]]>

77th Republic Day Celebration – 2025

The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at our Ashrama premises on Monday, 26th January 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM.


The program commenced with the flag hoisting by the Chief Guest, Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor, Nagar Nigam Almora, followed by the singing of the National Anthem.

Students from GIC Lodhia, SSJ University, Almora, and the Vivekananda Study Circle presented patriotic songs and speeches, adding to the spirit of the occasion. Students and other dignitaries delivered speeches on various aspects.

About 50 school and college students attended the programme.

The program concluded with the distribution of refreshments to all attendees.

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]]>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:05:19 +0530<![CDATA[42nd National Youth Day 12th January, 2026]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/164th-janma-tithi-puja-of-swami-vivekananda-10-jan.-20261Programmes Held on Sunday, 12 January 2026 42nd National Youth Day 2026 Celebration Time:  10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The 42nd National Youth Day was c ]]>

Programmes Held on Sunday, 12 January 2026


42nd National Youth Day 2026 Celebration

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


The 42nd National Youth Day was celebrated at Vivekananda Corner, in front of the statue of Swami Vivekananda. The Chief Guest, Sri Ramji Sharan Sharma, CDO, Almora, inaugurated the programme by garlanding the statue of Swami Vivekananda.

Monastic members chanted Vedic hymns, and all dignitaries offered flowers at Swamiji’s feet.


The Special Guests, Sri Ajay Verma, Mayor, Municipal Corporation, Almora, and Sri Prakash Chandra Joshi, former Chairman, Nagar Palika Parishad, Almora, offered flowers and delivered speeches highlighting various aspects of Swamiji’s life in Almora.

Students and other dignitaries spoke on Swami Vivekananda’s life and teachings, with special emphasis on his inspiration to the youth. In his address, the CDO, Almora, encouraged students to imbibe Swamiji’s ideals in their daily lives.

Students from Government Inter College, Lodhia, and Vivekananda Study Circle presented a cultural programme based on the life and message of Swami Vivekananda.


About 50 school and college students and 100 other participants attended the programme. Food packets were distributed to all attendees, and refreshments were served to the guests.


Winter Relief Distribution

(Distribution of Blankets, Sarees, Sweaters & Woollen Caps)

Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.


Relief materials were distributed to needy people from nearby villages at the Ashrama premises, as detailed below:

  • 75 Blankets

  • 50 Woollen Caps

  • 44 Sarees

  • 8 Ladies’ Sweaters


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]]>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:27:31 +0530<![CDATA[164th Janma Tithi Puja of Swami Vivekananda 10th January, 2026)]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/164th-janma-tithi-puja-of-swami-vivekananda-10-jan.-2026The 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Saturday, 10th January, 2026. The day started with Mangal ]]>

The 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Saturday, 10th January, 2026. The day started with Mangal Arati at 6:30 AM followed by Puja at 8:00 AM, Havan at 10:00 AM and Bhogarati & Pushpanjali at 11:30 AM. Bhajans were sung by Swami Harishwarananada. Around 70 devotees, students & workers were fed the noon prasad.

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]]>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:27:31 +0530<![CDATA[164th Janma Tithi Puja of Swami Turiyananda (2nd January 2026)]]>https://almora.rkmm.org/news/post/164th-janma-tithi-puja-of-swami-turiyananda-02-jan.-2026The 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Turiyananda was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Friday, 02nd January, 2026. The day started with Mangal A ]]>

The 164th Birth Anniversary of Swami Turiyananda was celebrated at Ramakrishna Kutir on Friday, 02nd January, 2026. The day started with Mangal Arati at 6:30 AM followed by Puja at 8:00 AM, Havan at 10:00 AM and Bhogarati & Pushpanjali at 11:30 AM. Bhajans were sung by Swami Harishwarananada. Around 60 devotees, students & workers were fed the noon prasad.


Mangalarati - 06:30 am

Vedic Chanting & Bhajan - 06:35 am

Puja - 08:00 am

Havan - 10:00 am

Bhogarati & Pushpanjali - 11:30 am

Prasad Distribution - 12:30 pm

Evening Aarati & Bhajans - 06:00 pm



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