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This will be a game changer for Indian markets if true. What are your thoughts?
Companies will have 120 days to apply, with the policy allowing annual imports of up to 8,000 premium EVs (priced above $35,000) at reduced duties. Applicants must establish operational manufacturing facilities within three years and achieve 25% domestic value addition initially, increasing to 50% within five years of ministry approval. [Source](https://m.economictimes.com/industry/renewables/govt-set-to-notify-new-ev-policy-with-new-investment-rules-as-tesla-prepares-for-india-entry/articleshow/118415610.cms)
This is tailor made for Tesla.
- The BYD Seal electric sedan’s price ranges from around $19,000 to $26,000, they won’t qualify
- Most Chinese electric cars are also priced under $35,000/- so won’t qualify
- BMW, Mercedes and other Europeans have already invested in India (for ICE) and won’t necessarily invest $500 million more for EV operations
- Suzuki making India their global hub (and investing billions in EV) for e-Vitara is getting zero -
Is this real?
OH HELL NO 😭 -
Kangana Sharma … why is she always dressed like this .. not judging her just curious
Attention, make gaze and rage bait. She is a combination of all 3. Like that instagram girl jo nimbu, angoor , mausambi ka ras nikalti rehti hai. -
Tantra in Shree Mandir (Part 1)
Tantra in Shree Mandir (Part 1)
Is Jagannath Dakshina Kali? Is Balabhadra Tara?
The Direct Application of Pancha 'M' Kara in Shree Mandir
Ugratara Shulapani Subhadra Bhubaneswari
Neeladrantou Jagannatha Sakshat Dakshinakalika.
Whenever we attempt to associate Shreekhetra with Tantra, the first verse that comes to mind is this one. However, its authenticity has been a matter of eternal debate between two opposing sides. One side claims that this verse is Tantric in origin, although there is little direct evidence of it in present times. The other side dismisses it as entirely fake or fabricated.
Positioning myself in the middle ground, I will discuss how Jagannath is considered Dakshina Kali. Jagannath is essentially Vishnu to the Vaishnavas, Surya to the Sauras, Ganesha to the Ganapatyas, Shiva to the Shaivas, and Shakti to the Shaktas. Naturally, as a result of this tradition, this verse has gained popularity, and it is commonly quoted by many servitors and researchers of Shree Mandir. It is a natural tendency to carry forward one's own tradition. However, today, we will explore whether Jagannath is actually addressed as Dakshina Kalika in Shree Mandir and, if so, when and in what context.
In another local authoritative text, Mahapurusha Vidya, we find:
"Tara yantre Mahashesha: Subhadra Bhubaneswari
Shyama yantre Jagannatha Dakshina Kalika Swayam."
We know that in Shree Mandir, on the Ratna Singhasana, Goddess Peeta Bimala, in the form of Bhagavati Subhadrika, resides at the center, flanked by Shiva-like Balabhadra on one side and Vishnu-like Jagannath on the other. In the Shree Yantra-like structure of Shree Mandir, Jagadamba Bimala is present as Mahabhairavi. The primary Peetha (seat) of Goddess Bimala is located in the southwest direction of Balabhadra's vast form. Bimala Devi is the supreme empress of Uddiyana Tantra. There is no doubt that the Peetha where she resides is a Tantric Peetha. However, a detailed discussion of Bimala and her Tantric aspects will be covered in a later part.
Now, let us return to today's topic. In the daily Chaturdhaara Puja, there is no direct application of Pancha 'M' Kara (the five secretive Tantric practices). However, indirect symbolic applications are present, which most people are aware of. During Snana Yatra and Anabasara, certain esoteric Tantric rites involving Karala Chandan and others are performed, but otherwise, throughout the year, Jagannath is worshiped using Vasudeva, Bhubaneswari, and Narayana mantras.
I have not found any authentic evidence in any local texts regarding the presence of Yantras on the Ratnavedi. However, the presence of Jagannath's Shakti aspect is primarily due to his association with Goddess Bimala in the Bhairavi Chakra. As Madhava, he resides with the Goddess and accepts worship during the Sharadiya Mahapuja, which includes a distinct application of Pancha 'M' Kara. During this time, sacrificial rituals involving sheep and goats are still conducted at the Peetha late at night.
Mahapuja in Shree Mandir
The Mahapuja of Mahaprabhu in Shree Mandir mainly takes place during the Nabakalebara festival, which occurs approximately every 12 or 19 years. This Darubrahma festival is the most significant and grandest festival of Shree Mandir. After the Daitas complete their search for the Daru (sacred wood), the new idols are sculpted inside Kaibalya Vaikuntha within an esoteric Ashtachandi Chakra led by Goddess Bimala and Mangala.
During this time, Lakshmi Narasimha, enshrined in the southern chamber (Dakshina Ghara), is worshiped following strict Tantric methods. However, this worship is not performed by regular Pujapandas but by Samanta Brahmins appointed by the Gajapati king. Currently, three specific lineages (Vatsa Samanta, Ratha Samanta, and Nanda Samanta) perform these rituals. These Kshatriya Brahmins primarily worship in the Shakta Peethas surrounding Shreekhetra.
During Nabakalebara, the Jeevanyasa (life infusion) of the new deities involves a direct application of Pancha 'M' Kara. These rites are mainly dedicated to Tara, Kali, and Bhubaneswari. During this period, Magur Maachh (catfish) is sacrificed in Kaibalya Vaikuntha, a practice that continues to this day. Direct application of Pancha 'M' Kara is also found in Brahma Sthana Shodhana and in the use of Tamra Kuta, Hema Kuta, and Rajata Kuta during the Jeevanyasa process. These rituals are performed under the supervision of the Rajaguru.
It is during these Chakra or Mandala pujas that Balabhadra is addressed as Tara, Bhagavati Subhadra as Bhubaneswari, and Jagannath as Dakshina Kali. Unlike the daily rituals, the usual Chaturdhaara Puja mantras are not used in Nabakalebara. Instead, these Chakra Puja traditions are the primary reason behind the association of Jagannath with Kali, Balabhadra with Tara, and Subhadra with Bhubaneswari.
During these ceremonies, offerings (Naivedya) are not placed in vessels but directly inside pots, which is why it is called Abhara Naivedya. At this time, Lakshmi Narasimha, enshrined in the Dakshina Ghara, is also invoked as Simhamukha Krodha Bhattaraka, while Lakshmi is addressed as Para Bhattarika.
Additionally, during Nabakalebara, all Yajnas are conducted not with Narayana or Vasudeva mantras but with Patala Narasimha mantras. Perhaps this is why, in the traditions of Shree Mandir, Jagannath continues to be associated with Kali, while Balabhadra is linked to Tara. -
What are the issues in Indian healthcare system (from patient perspective)? Trying to compile a report for research.. would love smallest problems faced to be listed in it
1. Doctors scaring patients into getting expensive procedures done just to make money
2. Doctors who have barely passed their exams are at the forefront conning people
3. There isn't a government created trusted health advice website (e.g. NHS in UK) which people can go to for basic information. This means misinformed patients can't fact check basic stuff easily (e.g. allopathy is bad, or the countless number of health related WhatsApp messages which are actually wrong)
4. Awareness about health insurance is lacking.. anecdata - had three pregnant friends fave complications.. they had saved for the child birth but for one person the total cost went up to 65 Lacs due to complications.. needed a Go fund me
5. Doctors shaming patients - especially if they are women. Over weight, pregnancy related issues, childcare -
I wanna hear what my fellow Hyderabaddie’s are vibing to!
1- It’s my life
2- Be with you
3- Society -
Why can’t this world just let you be?
This is a bit off topic but I never understood the point of changing your beliefs for someone else. Religion is a personal thing. I wouldn't change my faith because my wife believes in a different God, the same way I wouldn't want my wife to believe in the same God as I do. What if tomorrow we're separated, do we go back to the same ol God? Lol -
[Post Match Thread]: India kicks off their campaign with a 6 wicket win over Bangladesh
Only Kohli remains a worry. It is not even about the runs, he hasn’t even looked fluent or confident. -
Has anyone used Page Optimizer Pro - Done For You Service?
How much is the fee? -
What are your thoughts on clock tower?
Good beers, average food and average ambiance! -
Huge blast followed by power cut near Sector 42!
Mujhe sirf sunayi aaya, in 120 -
went to the bihar museum for the first time
Only thing that bihar government did right -
Guys FFS please don't do this
People even want to scroll while travelling..... -
I don't appreciate your logic!
Nukes aren't the problem. People are.
Everyone should have a nuke to defend against tyranny and home invaders! When will walmart start selling tactical nukes!? -
New poll says 27% of Canadians view the United States as an 'enemy' country
Of course they are not wrong. Hell I don't even think cheeto-head would say they are our friends. No one is his friend they are just transactional allies until the next deal. -
I don't appreciate your logic!
Guns don't kill people. People who say "guns don't kill people" kill people. With guns. -
Virat kohli got dismissed at 22 runs
disappointing. took too many balls to set. was finding fielders everywhere. Tho, it could be that he didn't try to hit hard since the target is small. got out by a leggie again. Outside off and now leg spinners too, eh? This is just bad. -
Opinions?
I think it looks beautiful -
KIIT case: Achyuta Samanta asked to appear before the investigation commission formed by Odisha Government.
Isn't the high level committee supposed to use the State Secretariat composite offices for this kind of summons?
Money really can help you get thru places!
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