Media Coverage of Acharya Prashant

A ‘Weekend with Master’ session with the philosopher and author of the AP Framework, Acharya Prashant, was held on Saturday in Knowledge Park. Jay Meena, who won the bronze medal for the country in the soft tennis event at the Asian Games held in Japan, attended the session with his coach Sudesh Sangte.

At the ‘Sant Sarita’ session held at the IIMT Ladder Business Foundation, Acharya Prashant advised athletes to look beyond worrying about results and focus on their game and effort. Jay Meena of Dewas made history on 23 September by winning the bronze medal in men’s singles soft tennis at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

"Unlike most contemporary spiritual works, which are often collections of talks or conversations, the AP Framework is a deliberately organised, book-length work. It covers seven major areas of philosophy and includes an extensive glossary of specialised terms. It has also been published as a physical volume, The AP Framework. The framework also has a practical digital expression in AP Mirror, an LLM-based application designed to bring its method of self-inquiry into personal situations."

"The flood that tore through Nepal’s Rasuwa district did not begin in the mountains, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has said. It began, in his account, in the restless human desire that treats the earth as fuel for itself. Asked why climate change was conspicuously missing from the news coverage of this tragedy, he said the word was kept out because naming it would implicate everyone who lives an ordinary consuming life. “Every emitter is responsible for these deaths,” he said."

“We often see that after having children, women begin to revolve their entire lives around raising them and managing household responsibilities. In this process, many times they leave their own identity, preferences, and dreams behind. On this very issue, Acharya Prashant shared his view and raised a question: should it be that the children study, progress, move ahead in life, and the mother’s only source of pride remains that she keeps making kheer and puri for them? Why is it like this?”

In a rare gesture, rather than host the philosopher on its own campus as is customary for such lectures, the college brought its faculty and students to a college auditorium in Greater Noida, close to Acharya Prashant's residence. Much of the discussion turned on education. Invoking the Upanishadic terms 'avidya' and 'vidya', Acharya Prashant said modern schooling attends almost entirely to the external world while neglecting the self, so that students take near-irreversible decisions in their teens and twenties without knowing who is deciding for them.

“If satisfaction could be found within limits, you would already be satisfied. It is limits that make you restless. And the Guru about whom we claim that he will grant us peace—if you confine him as well to just one body and one particular day, then from where will that peace come?”

"Acharya Prashant has shared a message for the youth protesting the NEET paper leak. The demand for action, he said, has been raised so loud that the protester himself is never examined. He said that he has no problem with the street, only with the blindness on it. The movement is not wrong, but its sequence has been inverted. He clarified that he was not asking for the protest to be stopped, but proposing a fitness test."

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Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant spoke on the movement that emerged following the NEET-UG paper leak and student suicides. He stated that this crisis is not merely an administrative failure, but rather "an indication of a much deeper crisis within our education system and society."

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant, speaking at length on the NEET paper leak, the student suicides and the protests that have followed, has said the crisis is not merely an administrative lapse but "a sign of a far deeper crisis in our education system and our society."

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant spoke on the movement that emerged following the NEET-UG paper leak and student suicides. He stated that this crisis is not merely an administrative failure, but rather "an indication of a much deeper crisis within our education system and society."

Speaking in Goa, the philosopher urged dialogue over confrontation, appealed to Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast, and called for reforms that address both the system and society's values

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant spoke on the movement that emerged following the NEET-UG paper leak and student suicides. He stated that this crisis is not merely an administrative failure, but rather "an indication of a much deeper crisis within our education system and society."

"Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has returned to India after completing the second and busiest leg of his Britain tour. His tour began with an invitation from Cambridge University, then Oxford University, and then extended in a chain reaction to nearly all of London’s leading institutions."

"On the evening of 9 July, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant and renowned cognitive neuroscientist Prof. Steve Fleming held a public dialogue on self-knowledge, metacognition, and consciousness at University College London (UCL). This session, titled "Thinking About Thinking," was the final event of Acharya Prashant’s visit to the United Kingdom, during which he had earlier addressed audiences at the Cambridge Union, Oxford, the House of Lords, Queen Mary University of London, and the London School of Economics."

"Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant and Rupert Spira, a popular teacher of non-duality in the West, held a public dialogue in London on Tuesday on suffering, the self, and the meaning of non-duality. The moderated conversation brought together two speakers who have approached the same question from opposite ends: what a person actually is beneath the story they have been told about themselves."

Philosopher Acharya Prashant and Professor Jonathan Birch held a public dialogue on animal consciousness and the environment at the London School of Economics on Friday evening. A packed Hong Kong Theatre broke into sustained applause as the session got underway. Titled "Animal Consciousness and the Environment: Insights from Science and Vedanta," the dialogue drew students, researchers, faculty and members of the public.

On Friday evening, the Hong Kong Theatre at the London School of Economics hosted a public dialogue between philosopher Acharya Prashant and Professor Jonathan Birch on animal consciousness and the environment. As the session began, the packed auditorium erupted in sustained applause. Titled “Animal Consciousness and the Environment: Perspectives from Science and Vedanta,” the dialogue drew a large audience of students, researchers, academics, and members of the public. Professor Birch is the Director of the Jeremy Coller Centre for Animal Sentience at the London School of Economics.

"The Acharya Prashant app is now at 5 million downloads on Google Play with a 5.0-star rating on nearly 40,000 reviews, in a category that is mostly about guided breathing and motivational audio. The app, built by the PrashantAdvait Foundation, is built instead around unscripted philosophical inquiry, and the milestone comes at the same time as another anniversary: it is exactly two years since the Foundation held the largest online examination ever on the Bhagavad Gita on June 24, 2024, which the India Book of Records recognised. "

A man tells Acharya Prashant about his problem, saying that his family often tells him, ‘We invested so much money in you; now pay it back with interest. The family says this quite openly.’ After hearing him, Acharya Prashant responds, ‘If relationships are being conducted in the language of business, then business runs on contracts. Tell them to first show you the contract.

Renowned philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after presenting eloquently on Indian philosophy, Vedanta and Upanishads at renowned global forums like Oxford University, Cambridge University and the UK Parliament. A large crowd gathered at Indira Gandhi International Airport to greet him with the tricolor, welcome messages, and congratulatory letters.

Renowned philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after presenting eloquently on Indian philosophy, Vedanta and Upanishads at renowned global forums like Oxford University, Cambridge University and the UK Parliament. A large crowd gathered at Indira Gandhi International Airport to greet him with the tricolor, welcome messages, and congratulatory letters.

Renowned philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after presenting eloquently on Indian philosophy, Vedanta and Upanishads at renowned global forums like Oxford University, Cambridge University and the UK Parliament. A large crowd gathered at Indira Gandhi International Airport to greet him with the tricolor, welcome messages, and congratulatory letters.

Renowned philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after presenting eloquently on Indian philosophy, Vedanta and Upanishads at renowned global forums like Oxford University, Cambridge University and the UK Parliament. A large crowd gathered at Indira Gandhi International Airport to greet him with the tricolor, welcome messages, and congratulatory letters.

Renowned philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after presenting eloquently on Indian philosophy, Vedanta and Upanishads at renowned global forums like Oxford University, Cambridge University and the UK Parliament. A large crowd gathered at Indira Gandhi International Airport to greet him with the tricolor, welcome messages, and congratulatory letters.

ऑक्सफोर्ड और कैम्ब्रिज जैसे प्रतिष्ठित अंतरराष्ट्रीय मंचों पर भारतीय दर्शन को प्रभावशाली ढंग से प्रस्तुत करने के बाद आचार्य प्रशांत के स्वदेश लौटने पर दिल्ली में उनका भव्य स्वागत हुआ। उन्होंने भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा की प्रासंगिकता पर जोर देते हुए कहा कि वेदांत और उपनिषद केवल धार्मिक विचार नहीं, बल्कि मानव जीवन, समाज और प्रकृति के संतुलन का गहन विज्ञान हैं। आचार्य के अनुसार, आज के पर्यावरणीय, मानसिक और सामाजिक संकटों का समाधान केवल तकनीक से नहीं, बल्कि चेतना और जीवनशैली में मूलभूत परिवर्तन से संभव है।

Philosopher Acharya Prashant returned home on Sunday after putting Indian philosophy and Vedanta teachings at the centre of global discourse from the platforms of Oxford University, Cambridge and the UK Parliament. Hundreds of disciples and listeners from across the country greeted him with placards in their hands at the Delhi airport. The placards had messages of appreciation of his reception as well as addresses at Oxford, Cambridge and the UK Parliament. The children ran to them waving the tricolour.

Philosopher Acharya Prashant returned home on Sunday after putting Indian philosophy and Vedanta teachings at the centre of global discourse from the platforms of Oxford University, Cambridge and the UK Parliament. Hundreds of disciples and listeners from across the country greeted him with placards in their hands at the Delhi airport. The placards had messages of appreciation of his reception as well as addresses at Oxford, Cambridge and the UK Parliament. Children ran to him waving the tricolour.

Philosopher Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after a landmark leg of his United Kingdom tour that took him to the platforms of Oxford University, Cambridge and the UK Parliament, where he placed the teachings of Vedanta and Indian Philosophy at the centre of global discourse on some of the defining questions of our times.

Philosopher Acharya Prashant returned to India on Sunday after a landmark leg of his United Kingdom tour that took him to the platforms of Oxford University, Cambridge and the UK Parliament, where he placed the teachings of Vedanta and Indian Philosophy at the centre of global discourse on some of the defining questions of our times.

After placing Indian philosophy and Vedanta at the center of global discourse from the platforms of Oxford University, Cambridge, and the UK Parliament, philosopher Acharya Prashant returned home on Sunday. Hundreds of students and listeners from across the country greeted him at the Delhi airport, holding placards in their hands. The placards bore messages of welcome and appreciation for his addresses at Oxford, Cambridge, and the UK Parliament. Children ran to him, waving the tricolor.

Nearly 145 years after Max Muller carried the Isha Upanishad to Oxford as a scholarly object, Acharya Prashant returned it to the same university as a living teaching — arguing, in the very building where economics and policy are taught, that no external solution can resolve humanity's crises without first examining the consuming ego that drives them.

Oxford, which brought the Ishavasya Upanishad to the West a century and a half ago, is now returning it to its vivid meaning by an Indian philosopher. Acharya Prashant argues that no external policy, from the climate crisis to the nuclear threat — will work as long as the consuming ego remains untested.

It was from Oxford that Professor Max Müller, in 1879, published the first English translation of the Ishavasya Upanishad through Oxford University Press in the inaugural volume of the Sacred Books of the East series, introducing this text to the Western world. Nearly a century and a half later, on that very soil, an Indian philosopher arrived to restore the same Upanishad to its original, living meaning.

In 1879, Professor Max Muller carried the Ishavasya Upanishad to the West, publishing its first English translation through Oxford University Press as the opening volume of the 'Sacred Books of the East'. Nearly a century and a half later, an Indian philosopher has arrived at the same university to return the text to its living meaning.

“Acharya Prashant described the fact that an Indian is teaching Vedanta at Oxford as a meaningful coincidence. He said that the knowledge of Vedanta has never been secret; anyone who wishes to learn it can do so, and eligibility is not determined by birth, caste, or social class, but by the qualifications described in the Sādhana Chatuṣṭaya (the fourfold spiritual disciplines), which are entirely based on individual qualities and preparedness. He added that in the Western tradition, this knowledge was once viewed from the outside as an object of study, whereas today the same knowledge is being presented from within its own living tradition.

On June 8, at the lecture theatre in Oxford University's Manor Road Building, Acharya Prashant delivered a detailed philosophical session on the second verse of the Isha Upanishad. The session drew a varied audience, including Oxford students and research scholars from the UK, Europe and the United States. Its central question was, "Who is the actor?"

In 1879, Professor Max Muller carried the Ishavasya Upanishad to the West, publishing its first English translation through Oxford University Press as the opening volume of the ‘Sacred Books of the East’. Nearly a century and a half later, an Indian philosopher has arrived at the same university to return the text to its living meaning. On June 8, at the lecture theatre in Oxford University's Manor Road Building, Acharya Prashant delivered a detailed philosophical session on the second verse of the Isha Upanishad.

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Indian philosopher and author Acharya Prashant is currently appearing on some of Britain’s most prestigious intellectual and policymaking platforms with a message that is entirely different from the conventional environmental discourse there.

Despite 30 COP summits, carbon emissions continue to rise—Acharya Prashant is raising these uncomfortable questions at Britain's highest echelons. From Cambridge to the House of Lords and beyond to Oxford, he argues that the root of the climate crisis lies not in technology, but in human desire.

In a tour that has placed an Indian philosopher on the stage of some of Britain’s most prestigious intellectual and policy stages, Acharya Prashant has spent the past week carrying a climate message to capacity audiences at the Cambridge Union, in a one-on-one dialogue with a British peer of the realm, in public sessions that have drawn British audiences well beyond the Indian community, and across a sequence of upcoming engagements at Oxford, the London School of Economics, King’s College London, and London Climate Action Week.

In a tour that has placed an Indian philosopher on the stage of some of Britain's most prestigious intellectual and policy stages, Acharya Prashant has spent the past week carrying a climate message to capacity audiences at the Cambridge Union, in a one-on-one dialogue with a British peer of the realm, in public sessions that have drawn British audiences well beyond the Indian community, and across a sequence of upcoming engagements at Oxford, the London School of Economics, King's College London, and London Climate Action Week.

In a tour that has placed an Indian philosopher on the stage of some of Britain’s most prestigious intellectual and policy stages, Acharya Prashant has spent the past week carrying a climate message to capacity audiences at the Cambridge Union, in a one-on-one dialogue with a British peer of the realm, in public sessions that have drawn British audiences well beyond the Indian community, and across a sequence of upcoming engagements at Oxford, the London School of Economics, King’s College London, and London Climate Action Week.

Philosopher and bestselling author Acharya Prashant delivered a thought-provoking address at the prestigious Cambridge Union, urging global leaders, academics and policymakers to look beyond technology and policy solutions when addressing climate change and societal challenges.

Acharya Prashant Speaks at the Historic Cambridge Union, Emphasizing Inner Life as the Key to Resolving Humanity's Gravest Challenges

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed a packed audience at the University of Cambridge on Friday in a fireside chat at the historic Cambridge Union, arguing that humanity's gravest crises, climate change foremost among them, cannot be resolved by technology or policy alone because their root lies not in the external world but in the unexamined inner life of human beings. The audience response was overwhelming; seats were fully booked even before the day arrived.

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed a packed audience at the University of Cambridge on Friday in a fireside chat at the historic Cambridge Union, arguing that humanity's gravest crises, climate change foremost among them, cannot be resolved by technology or policy alone because their root lies not in the external world but in the unexamined inner life of human beings.

At the Cambridge Union — a stage shared by Churchill and Hawking — Acharya Prashant made the case that climate change is not a carbon problem but a human psychology problem. His challenge to the room: humanity has tried science, growth, and technology, but never 'mass education of the self.' That, he argued, is the one variable every global summit has left off the agenda.

Among an exceptional roster of distinguished speakers drawn from politics, diplomacy, and industry, Acharya Prashant was the sole philosopher on the programme and was accorded the longest speaking slot of the day, a distinction that underscored the organisers’ intent to place questions of inner life at the centre of a gathering otherwise defined by external power.

Acharya Prashant addressed a packed audience at the University of Cambridge on Friday in a fireside chat at the historic Cambridge Union, arguing that humanity’s gravest crises, climate change foremost among them, cannot be resolved by technology or policy alone because their root lies not in the external world but in the unexamined inner life of human beings. The audience response was overwhelming; seats were fully booked even before the day arrived.

Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed a packed auditorium at the University of Cambridge in the UK on Friday. In this fireside chat held at the historic Cambridge Union, he stated that humanity's deepest crises—with climate change at the forefront—cannot be resolved through technology or policies alone, because their roots lie not in the external world, but in the inner life of human beings, which has never been seriously examined. The response from the audience was extraordinary; all the seats had been fully booked a day in advance.

A mother shared that her son had become addicted to drugs. After hearing this, Acharya Prashant said that the child should be given a meaningful purpose that can give direction to his life.

The article features Truth Without Apology by Acharya Prashant as part of a summer 2026 reading list. The book is described as a collection of penetrating reflections on identity, ego, desire, and relationships, aimed at challenging readers to examine their deepest beliefs. It positions itself as a bold, uncompromising work for those willing to confront hard truths rather than seek comfort or reassurance.

Acharya Prashant will speak at the Cambridge Union on 30 May 2026 during the Cambridge India Business Dialogue, discussing Indian contemplative traditions and their relevance to climate change, inequality, and global responsibility.

"Some children spend their childhood not in happiness, but amidst fear and domestic violence. Instead of parental love and peace, they witness daily fights and stress. A similar case recently came before author Acharya Prashant. After listening to the son, he raised the question as to why family members tolerate all this in the first place."

Acharya Prashant’s guidance for mothers: "Dedicate the necessary time to your child, but remember to prioritize your own growth as well."

Addressing a massive gathering of over 100,000 online and on-ground attendees at the Indradhanush Auditorium, Acharya Prashant delivered a powerful message on societal conditioning. Commenting on recent media controversies, he urged society to transcend the archaic mindset that reduces women to objects, calling for systemic introspection into how gender roles alter behavior and language.

A special dialogue session with Acharya Prashant — a Vedanta scholar and author — was organized on Sunday at the Indradhanush Auditorium in Sector-5. This event was held for the first time in Panchkula, drawing a large number of participants. Approximately 2,000 people attended in person, while more than 100,000 viewers watched online. Every seat in the auditorium was occupied, and additional space had to be arranged for the overflow.

Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant, during his first tour of Punjab, introduced the residents of Ludhiana to the true purpose of life. Addressing a special gathering organised at the city's Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan, he stated that today's human being is so deeply engrossed in the blind race of modernity and superficial showmanship that they are continuously drifting away from their core, fundamental nature.

The chant "Har Har Mahadev" is often heard echoing during religious festivals and pilgrimages. But are the millions of people who chant this slogan aware of its true meaning and seriousness? Acharya Prashant shared his thoughts on this topic in a video.

Many times, cases of parental neglect emerge as children grow older. Acharya Prashant has expressed his views on this topic. He said that sons often treat their mothers like tennis shuttles, tossing them back and forth between them. Keep in mind that a blood relationship alone does not constitute a bond of love.

"Acharya Prashant entered the 2026 Watkins list at Rank 20, among top new entrants, as the data-led ranking tracking global digital visibility places his organic, Hindi philosophical content alongside media-heavy figures like Deepak Chopra and Joe Rogan."

"Acharya Prashant captivated AIIMS Rishikesh, dissecting human restlessness, gender identity, and the ego through Ishavasya Upanishad. He challenged doctors to question borrowed purposes and find true liberation beyond societal constructs, offering a profound philosophical inquiry into consciousness."

What does the rise of AI reveal about the people using it? Philosopher-author Acharya Prashant has been asking this question consistently, across packed public sessions including at IITs, IISc, BITS, UC Berkeley and others. His most concise formulation: the threat is not artificial intelligence, but artificial living.

In an age of algorithms, hustle culture and constant comparison, the Bhagwad Gita offers Gen Z clarity, emotional resilience and purposeful action. Its timeless message of focusing on right action over obsessive results provides a practical framework for navigating anxiety, ambition and identity.

Jagran's special report on Acharya Prashant's books - Know in this special coverage why his books are becoming increasingly popular among readers.

Some popular quotes of Acharya Prashant published by IndiaTV.

Future doctors asked Acharya Prashant important life-related questions – Dialogue in the headlines

Philosopher Acharya Prashant addressed young doctors at AIIMS Rishikesh, sharing His insights on subjects such as psychology, the purpose of life, and gender identity. A panel of young future doctors posed direct questions to Acharya Prashant, leading to a vibrant dialogue between medicine and philosophy

"Renowned Indian philosopher, spiritual teacher, and author Acharya Prashant said that considering the Bhagavad Gita merely a religious text limits its depth. The Gita is not meant to put you to sleep, but to awaken you"

"After a gap of three years, Acharya Prashant's two-day camp organized in Rishikesh concluded on April 25 and 26 with unprecedented enthusiasm and participation. A large number of people from both India and abroad reached Swatantranand Ashram, while millions of people remained connected to these sessions through online mediums. On April 27, the day after the conclusion of the camp, Acharya Prashant will address the students of AIIMS Rishikesh."

Two-day camp becomes the talk of the town, makes headlines in leading newspapers.

After a gap of three years, Acharya Prashant's two-day camp organized in Rishikesh concluded on April 25 and 26 with unprecedented enthusiasm and participation. A large number of people from both India and abroad reached Swatantranand Ashram, while millions of people remained connected to these sessions through online mediums. On April 27, the day after the conclusion of the camp, Acharya Prashant will address the students of AIIMS Rishikesh.

After a gap of three years, Acharya Prashant's two-day camp organized in Rishikesh concluded on April 25 and 26 with unprecedented enthusiasm and participation. A large number of people from both India and abroad reached Swatantranand Ashram, while millions of people remained connected to these sessions through online mediums. On April 27, the day after the conclusion of the camp, Acharya Prashant will address the students of AIIMS Rishikesh.

"On April 14, Acharya Prashant received a death threat. It arrived through a YouTube account, explicitly worded, in direct response to a video in which he had spoken in honour of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Ambedkar Jayanti. Within a day of the news spreading, two hashtags, #WeStandWithAP and #EnsureSafetyforAP, climbed to the top two positions on X's India trending list, displacing sports and entertainment."

"India’s parliament debated, procedurally maneuvered, and ultimately failed to pass a constitution amendment bill on women’s parliamentary reservation last week. For philosopher and author Acharya Prashant, the defeat is beside the point."

"Acharya Prashant's presence in Indian public life over the years has not been limited to spiritual discourse. His speeches, books, university talks, and extensive digital presence have established him as a public philosopher."

Acharya Prashant questions women’s reservation in Parliament, arguing real empowerment lies in education, economic independence, and social change beyond symbolic political representation.

Acharya Prashant questions women’s reservation in Parliament, arguing real empowerment lies in education, economic independence, and social change beyond symbolic political representation.

"Acharya Prashant is a spiritual leader and author who is known for his fearless stance on religion and society."

"New Delhi- Indian philosopher and spiritual teacher Acharya Prashant has received a new death threat after making positive comments honouring Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The incident has caused worry among his followers, and his organisation has started legal proceedings against those involved."

"New Delhi, 14 April (IANS). Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has once again received a death threat. This threat was given to him through a YouTube account after a speech delivered in honor of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar."

Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has received another death threat via a YouTube account following a statement he made in honor of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar.

Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has received a fresh death threat following his recent remarks in honour of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, triggering concern among his supporters and prompting his foundation to initiate legal action.

"Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has once again received a death threat. This threat was given to him through a YouTube account following a statement he made in honor of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar."

"A spokesperson for the Foundation said that such threats are not new and tend to follow his public statements on sensitive topics. ‘Whenever he speaks in support of women, one group reacts aggressively. When he speaks against superstition, another section targets him. Similarly, his remarks against terrorism invite backlash from different quarters,’ he said."

"Acharya Prashant made students at VNIT Nagpur aware of the crisis of FOMO and ego. Through the Gita, he explained how narrow purposes affect life and the environment."

FOMO', or Fear of Missing Out, is not a new problem; rather, this feeling has existed within humans since ancient times. In the Mahabharata, Duryodhana was also afflicted by this very feeling, which stood him against Shri Krishna.

Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology will host its annual technical festival AXIS’26 from April 10 to 12 on campus, bringing together students, tech enthusiasts and experts from across the country. Spiritual teacher Acharya Prashant will speak on Saturday.

AXIS’26, the annual technical festival of Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, will be held from April 10 to 12 on the institute’s campus. Recognised as one of Central India’s prominent student-driven technical festivals, the event is expected to attract participation from students, academicians, industry professionals and technology enthusiasts from across the country.Acharya Prashant, Indian Philosopher and author, will be the guest of honour of the event to be held on April 11.

"This is not the first such incident. In past years as well, Acharya Prashant has received death threats multiple times through various social media platforms. The foundation's spokesperson stated that when he speaks in support of women, threats come from one community; when he speaks against superstition, another segment of the population attacks; and when he speaks against terrorism, threats begin pouring in from yet another direction."

Disasters are occurring due to interference with nature.

Acharya Prashant arrived in Nagpur to a warm welcome. Describing the Gita as a guide to life, he offered a message of introspection to the youth. He will interact with students at IIIT and VNIT.

The world-renowned philosopher and prominent author, Acharya Prashant, has arrived in the city of Nagpur, and he was given a grand welcome at the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport. Speaking to the media at this time, he commented very candidly on the global war situation. He noted that given the critical juncture at which the world currently stands, we will have to fight not only with weapons but also against flawed ideologies.

At the Dehradun Book Festival 2026, underway here, the interactive session of globally renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant emerged as the biggest attraction. Amid various literary events, his address stood out for the depth of ideas and clarity of thought.

World-renowned philosopher and noted author Acharya Prashant arrived in the city of Nagpur, where he received a grand welcome. Speaking to the media on this occasion, he made a sharp and insightful remark on the global war situation. He noted that the world currently stands at a delicate turning point, where the battle is not only against weapons, but also against flawed ideologies.

"Acharya Prashant's Arrival at the Prestigious Book Festival Becomes the Center of Discussion"

Acharya Prashant’s interactions with the students at Mussoorie International School and his sessions at the Doon Book Festival became the center of discussion.

In his address at the auditorium of an international school, Acharya Prashant said that this session was not limited only to academic questions, but also brought important topics like identity, self-confidence, instinct, the pressure of success, and the real purpose of education into focus.

Notable personalities such as Nitin Seth, Imtiaz Ali, Akhilesh Mishra, Acharya Prashant, Shubhanshu Shukla, Brigadier Sushil Tanwar, Sanjeev Chopra, and Lieutenant General Satish Dua will take part in various sessions. Through his session, “Truth Without Apology,” Acharya Prashant will reflect on truth, self-awareness, and the deeper questions of life.

The second day of the Doon Book Festival 2026 witnessed the grand inauguration of the 'Doon Lit Fest,' featuring a series of discussions on various dimensions of literature and society. The inaugural ceremony was graced by several eminent guests, including Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, former Union Minister of Education and former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, renowned pediatrician Padmashree Dr. R.K. Jain, Chairman of National Book Trust, India, Professor Milind Sudhakar Marathe and Shri Aman Bansal, Vice President of Dev Bhoomi University.

On this occasion, in the presence of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, honored guests launched the Garhwali and Kumaoni language books published by the National Book Trust. A major attraction of the festival is the “Doon Lit Fest,” where distinguished authors, filmmakers, thinkers, and public figures such as Nitin Seth, Kulpreet Yadav, Akhilesh Mishra, Acharya Prashant, Shubhanshu Shukla, and Lieutenant General Satish Dua will take part in discussions on various topics.

Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the nine-day “Doon Book Festival 2026” at Parade Ground in Dehradun. During the event, 26 Garhwali and Kumaoni books were launched. Milind Sudhakar Marathe, Chairman of the National Book Trust, India, described books as exercise for the mind and highlighted Uttarakhand’s intellectual heritage.

The Doon Book Festival will be organized at Parade Ground in Dehradun from April 4 to 12, 2026, jointly by the National Book Trust, India, the Ministry of Education, and the Uttarakhand government. The main attraction of the festival is the “Doon Literature Festival,” where well-known authors, filmmakers, thinkers, and public figures will connect with readers through panel discussions and interactive sessions. Renowned personalities such as Nitin Seth, Imtiaz Ali, Akhilesh Mishra, Acharya Prashant, Shubhanshu Shukla, Brigadier Sushil Tanwar, Sanjeev Chopra, and Lieutenant General Satish Dua will take part in various sessions.

"Each of the four venues drew a distinct audience: engineering students at NIT, medical professionals at AIIMS, a cross-section of the general public at the civic auditorium, and bookstore visitors at PVR. Across all four, the format involved no prepared address and no pre-screened questions. The Raipur visit was his first in Chhattisgarh. His national tour continues with planned sessions in Delhi-NCR and Nagpur."

Pakistan's condition is not hidden from the world. This country, struggling for every rupee, is underdeveloped when it comes to development. People often wonder how the nation came to be in this state. There are several historical and political reasons behind it. On this issue, Acharya Prashant pointed to the British era and the education system as a key cause. In a video, he explained how many Muslims rejected English education, a decision whose consequences Pakistan is facing today.

छात्रों, डॉक्टरों और युवाओं से संवाद बने चर्चा के विषय।

During the four-day program, Acharya Prashant will meet the people of Raipur at several places, including NIT and AIIMS. As soon as he reached the airport, Acharya Ji told Raipur's big media channels the reason for his arrival.

The IIT Delhi Alumni Association (IITDAA) successfully hosted the IITD Alumni Leadership Conclave 2026 on Saturday, 21 March 2026, at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi. The Conclave brought together over 400+ IIT Delhi alumni, including CXOs, thinkers, founders, policymakers, investors, and business and technology leaders, for an evening of insightful dialogue and collaboration, engaging the wider network of 65,000+ global alumni

"The 60 million milestone was not produced by virality. It is the accumulated weight of thousands of sessions, each one unscripted, each one placing the philosophy under live examination by audiences ranging from doctoral researchers to first-generation college students."

A powerful dialogue with Acharya Prashant at IIT Delhi Alumni Leadership Conclave 2026. Rethinking technology, ambition, and the mind behind progress.

A powerful dialogue with Acharya Prashant at IIT Delhi Alumni Leadership Conclave 2026. Rethinking technology, ambition, and the mind behind progress.

Tiwari said the campaign was inspired by a recent post by Acharya Prashant, Indian philosopher, spiritual teacher, and a celebrated alumni of IIT Delhi and IIM Ahmedabad. Acharya Prashant’s commentary highlighted how male preference can create a dangerous imbalance in society, reinforcing patriarchy and sexism across generations and how this problem has now migrated with the diaspora even to the UK.

While praising their rebellious spirit as a positive sign that they don't give in to external authority easily, Acharya Prashant highlighted a glaring blind spot. He stated that Gen Z's true crisis is not outside, but within. They are heavily driven by the ego, blunting out thoughts without assessing the collateral damage to those around them. This deep entrenchment of the ego is, in fact, Gen Z's biggest weakness. If they wish to be recognised as the most competent and evolved leaders of society, they must first dismantle this psychological habit.

"During an interactive session at Indore's Lata Mangeshkar Auditorium addressing daily life, self-awareness, fear, and societal pressures, author and philosopher Acharya Prashant stated that although massive structures and rituals exist in the name of religion today, they must not be mistaken for spirituality."

Acharya Prashant pointed out that Prahlad is no political insurgent. He represents that clean, inner refusal that says: 'No. No matter how mighty the lie, I shall not side with it.' This is all the more poignant because Hiranyakashipu is not just a ruler, but a father. This means the legend of Holi teaches us that no bond is greater than Truth, and no power is superior to Truth.

"What unfolded between August 2025 and February 2026 was not a typical speaking tour. It was an extended national engagement that traversed the country's most demanding intellectual institutions and most visible public platforms. Acharya Prashant spoke at 13 IITs, several IIMs and IISc. The pattern was unmistakable. The institutions most committed to rational enquiry were not resistant to philosophical dialogue. They were actively inviting it."

"One rarely asks the deeper question: if Holika is burned every year, why is she not finished? If she burned once, why does she return, reliably, year after year, as though the fire had touched only the wood and never reached the principle she represents? The answer is hidden in the story we think we know but may never have truly read."

"Netravalkar represented India at the 2010 Under-19 World Cup and later played domestic cricket for Mumbai. He is also an alumnus of Cornell University, an Ivy League institution. He has been a student of the Gita Mission for the past two years, a systematic course of live scripture study taught by Acharya Prashant on the Acharya Prashant app."

"A Google Trends comparison for YouTube Search worldwide, tracked from 2008 to the present, reveals a striking pattern. Search interest in the Bhagavad Gita has remained strong over the years. But since 2020, the curve has pushed noticeably above its historical baseline into a more sustained upward range. During the same period, YouTube searches for "Acharya Prashant" have risen steadily to their highest recorded levels."

“When Prashant Advait Foundation removed all fees from its Bhagavad Gita programme at the start of the New Year for over one million people, the decision carried an explicit risk. In the weeks since, the scope of free access has been expanded, taking the total reach to over 1.2 million people, including an additional 200,000 beyond the original New Year offer.”

Acharya Prashant, who attended a program organized at GBU, said that Mahashivratri is not just a festival of rituals, but it inspires humans to look within themselves.

On the occasion of Mahashivratri, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant presented a special theatrical performance that masterfully blended profound knowledge, artistic expression, and deep spirituality.

"On the eve of Mahashivratri, the grand auditorium of Gautam Buddha University was packed to capacity. Hundreds of people sat on the floor when chairs ran out. Thousands who had arrived from across India and abroad witnessed a new side of Acharya Prashant — that of an accomplished actor."

“On the occasion of Mahashivratri, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant presented a special theatrical performance that masterfully blended profound knowledge, artistic expression, and deep spirituality.”

“On Mahashivratri, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant brought something new and profound for us. He delivered a special theatrical performance. In this presentation, his fondness for art and his dedication to knowledge were visible simultaneously.”

Following the Supreme Court's stay on the new UGC rule, Acharya Prashant spoke openly about caste divisions and anti-casteism within Sanatan Dharma at the Delhi Literature Festival. He said that once the line is drawn, it will be difficult to turn back.

"Acharya Prashant has been ranked as the World’s No. 1 Philosopher in Nubia Magazine's list of the ‘Top 10 Best and Famous Philosophers in the World 2026’, above many known global academic faces."

“Acharya Prashant attended the 'Delhi Literature Festival' organized in Delhi. During a special conversation with News18 at the event, he stated that once we draw a rigid line of division, it becomes incredibly difficult to understand both sides. After that, even ordinary matters begin to look like conspiracies, and the actual conspiracy goes unnoticed. People start feeling that their enemy is someone on the outside.”

"Right after the formal speeches, the festival made space for its first major highlight of the night: Acharya Prashant engaging audiences in a deeply charged conversation about “Truth Without Apology”, setting expectations high for the sessions to come. The first day concluded with a special session by Acharya Prashant. A large number of people attended the session and listened to him attentively."

The festival will host a star-studded lineup of speakers such as Sachin Pilgaonkar, Mrunal Kulkarni, and Acharya Prashant. With free entry, special exhibitions honouring Mario Miranda, and workshops for children, the event aims to foster a vibrant reading culture across the state. The festival will conclude on Sunday.

Acharya Prashant, known for his simple and easy-to-understand teachings about Vedanta and the Gita, is coming to Ranchi for the first time. Yes! People are eager to meet him. Tickets on BookMyShow are slowly becoming fully booked. Acharya Prashant will visit Ranchi for the first time on February 4th, where he will meet with people and answer many of their questions. Let's find out where Acharya Prashant will be.

"Alcheringa 2026 will include panel discussions and interactive sessions. Listed speakers include Acharya Prashant, Pooja Gor, Shourya Chakra awardees Kaushal Kashyap and Kaushalendra Singh, and Abhishek Singh, a former IAS officer and Advisor to the Governor of West Bengal. These sessions are planned around themes of culture, creativity, and contemporary thought."

“On the occasion of India's 77th Republic Day, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant said that our nationalism is neither Jinnah's nor Hitler's nor that of the Balkans. That kind of nationalism is violent. But our nationalism does not demand enemies. The nationalism enshrined in our Constitution is beneficial for the entire world."

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Ahead of the 77th Republic Day, Acharya Prashant delivered a profound message stating that inner awakening is far more important than external frameworks. The true essence of a republic is realized only when citizens liberate their own inner minds.

“On the relationship between inner and outer freedom, Acharya Prashant gave the example of the Gita, stating that when Arjuna faces a highly adverse external war on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, Shri Krishna does not teach him how to fight that external war physically. Shri Krishna imparts inner wisdom to Arjuna. Anyone who possesses inner freedom can never be enslaved externally.”

"On the occasion of India's 77th Republic Day, philosopher and author Acharya Prashant said that the idea of a Republic cannot be reduced to a Constitutional structure alone and that the strength of the nation ultimately depends on the inner awakening of its citizens."

"Author Acharya Prashant is known for his outspoken views. He often speaks openly about conservative thinking, relationships, and other sensitive social issues. Recently, he raised serious questions about the role of fathers towards their daughters. He argues that if fathers truly loved their daughters, would they push them to spend their lives with someone else? According to him, this thinking is extremely irresponsible. Let's understand in detail why Acharya Prashant said this."

"Author Acharya Prashant is known for his outspoken views. He often speaks openly on conservative thinking, relationships and other sensitive social issues. In this regard, recently he has raised serious questions on the role of a father towards his daughters."

"One of the highlights of the summit was an interactive session with Acharya Prashant, which organisers said added a philosophical dimension to the discussions and encouraged participants to reflect more deeply on purpose, ambition and responsibility."

On January 16, Acharya Prashant’s first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Auditorium near Gandhi Maidan proved unforgettable. The programme ran far beyond its scheduled time and concluded nearly four hours later. Despite the biting cold, close to five thousand listeners remained seated until late at night.

"On January 16, Acharya Prashant’s first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Auditorium near Gandhi Maidan proved unforgettable. The programme ran far beyond its scheduled time and concluded nearly four hours later. Despite the biting cold, close to five thousand listeners remained seated until late at night. After the session, a kilometre-long queue formed for book signings and continued past midnight. Thousands of attendees received signed copies of Truth Without Apology and other books."

"On January 16, Acharya Prashant’s first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Auditorium near Gandhi Maidan proved unforgettable. The programme ran far beyond its scheduled time and concluded nearly four hours later. Despite the biting cold, close to five thousand listeners remained seated until late at night. After the session, a kilometre-long queue formed for book signings and continued past midnight."

"Acharya Prashant's historic session in Patna on January 16 has ignited a nationwide wave of spiritual renaissance. From Bapu Sabhagar to IIT Patna, thousands braved the biting cold to immerse themselves in wisdom and philosophy, signaling a monumental shift in India's intellectual landscape. Leading media houses across the country covered this unprecedented surge and ideological revolution."

Former CJI DY Chandrachud, spiritual thinker Acharya Prashant, journalist-author Rahul Pandita, cultural commentator Shalini Passi and novelist Rahul Bhattacharya will be among the speakers at the 14th edition of the Delhi Literature Festival (DLF), beginning February 6.

"On January 16, Acharya Prashant's first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Sabhagar near Gandhi Maidan turned out to be unforgettable. The program went well beyond its scheduled time, concluding after nearly four hours. Despite the biting cold, around five thousand listeners remained seated until late into the night. After the session concluded, a kilometer-long queue formed for book signing, which continued past midnight. Thousands of attendees got copies of his book 'Truth Without Apology' and others signed."

"Bhubaneswar witnessed a profound awakening as eminent philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed a packed house of medical students from IMS-SOA and NIFT Bhubaneswar. This session was jointly organised by both institutes."

"PrashantAdvait Foundation has announced free Gita session enrollments for one million people to mark the New Year, transforming what was already one of the world’s most affordable structured programmes for wisdom literature into an entirely free offering for anyone willing to engage. The initiative extends access to everyone who has been associated with the Foundation over the past decade. Going forward, anyone can join simply by downloading the Acharya Prashant app. There is no paywall, no premium tier, no catch."

Acharya Prashant challenges both traditional and modern narratives of women’s empowerment, arguing through Advaita Vedanta that true freedom lies beyond body and gender identity. His work critiques cultural conditioning, feminism centred on men, and calls self-knowledge the foundation of real empowerment.

"As Acharya Prashant's car prepared to depart after his session, people lined both sides of the road for over a kilometre. Children, students, couples, elderly citizens, all waiting to greet him, holding out books for signing, requesting photographs, or simply wanting to express gratitude."

In a special conversation with BBC News Hindi editor Nitin Srivastava, he openly expressed his views on religion, caste system, Vedanta, status of women and the current situation of India.