Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Dec 18) inaugurated the newly-built Swarved Mahamandir,&nbsp;which is the world's largest meditation centre, in Umaraha, Varanasi.

While addressing the audience, PM Modi said that India has declared freedom from the slave mentality and is feeling proud of its heritage.

"In the era of slavery, the oppressors who made an effort to weaken India first targeted our symbols. After Independence, re-building of these cultural symbols was essential," he said.

Modi said that after the country gained Independence, "there was an opposition to the rebuilding of the Somnath temple and this thought process remained dominant for decades."

He said because of this, the country descended into an inferiority complex and somehow ignored the rich heritage it possessed.

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काशी का दिव्य और भव्य स्वर्वेद महामंदिर प्राचीनता और आधुनिकता का बेजोड़ उदाहरण है। मुझे विश्वास है कि योग और ध्यान के क्षेत्र में यह विश्व में अपनी अलग पहचान बनाएगा और समग्र विकास के हमारे संकल्प में मील का पत्थर साबित होगा। <a href="https://t.co/DIRmRFiYyo">pic.twitter.com/DIRmRFiYyo</a>
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"After seven decades of Independence, the wheel of time has turned once again. The country has declared from the Red Fort freedom from the slave mentality and a feeling of pride about its heritage."

"The work which started from Somnath has now become a campaign. Today, the grandeur of Vishwanath is singing the tales of India's glory," Modi said.

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वाराणसी का स्वर्वेद महामंदिर संपूर्ण मानवता के कल्याण के लिए एक अनमोल धरोहर है, जिससे भारत की सांस्कृतिक विरासत और समृद्ध होगी। <a href="https://t.co/LuRnx5wYdt">pic.twitter.com/LuRnx5wYdt</a>
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He then said that India, for the longest time, has been an example of economic prosperity and physical development and that the government, society and saints were making all the required efforts to rejuvenate Kashi.

Chief Minister of the state of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath was also present during the inauguration.

CM Yogi along with PM Modi took a tour of the centre that can seat around 20,000 people at a time for meditation.&nbsp;

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आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> जी ने आज काशी में विहंगम योग संत समाज के 100वें वार्षिकोत्सव 'शताब्दी समारम्भ महोत्सव' एवं सद्गुरु सदाफलदेव जी महाराज को समर्पित 'स्वर्वेद महामंदिर धाम' का लोकार्पण किया। 
 
जब एक संत की साधना मूर्तरूप लेती है, तब ऐसा पावन धाम बनकर तैयार होता… <a href="https://t.co/99Dla8KtC5">pic.twitter.com/99Dla8KtC5</a>
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Verses of the Swarveda have been carved upon the walls of the Mahamandir, a seven-floor grand structure.

The Indian prime minister is on a two-day visit to his Lok Sabha constituency Varanasi.

On the first day, he launched projects including the Kanyakumari-Varanasi Tamil Sangamam train and multi-language and braille translations of Thirukkural, Manimekalai and other classic Tamil literature.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-clears-the-air-on-diplomatic-rows-in-us-canada-slams-un-security-council-as-old-club-670623">Jaishankar clears the air on diplomatic rows with US and Canada, slams UN Security Council as ‘old club’</a>

He also participated in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.

He is set to launch several other projects in the city besides the new Vande Bharat train from Varanasi to New Delhi.&nbsp;

<h2>AI-based tool used to translate PM Modi's speech in Varanasi</h2>

In a first, a real-time AI-based tool was used to translate PM Modi's speech at Kashi Tamil Sangamam in Varanasi on Sunday (Dec 18).

During the address, PM Modi welcomed the participants and called them his family.

"Today, the use of new technology has taken place here through Artificial Intelligence (AI). This is a new beginning and hopefully, it makes it easier for me to reach you," PM Modi said at Kashi Tamil Sangamam.

The speech by the Indian prime minister was translated through 'Bhashini' for the ones who in the audience understood the Tamil language.

'Bhashini' is an AI-led language translation system that enables people to speak in their language while talking to speakers of other Indian languages.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Dec 18) inaugurated the newly-built Swarved Mahamandir, which is the world's largest meditation centre, in Umaraha, Varanasi.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Dec 18) inaugurated the newly-built Swarved Mahamandir, which is the world's largest meditation centre, in Umaraha, Varanasi. While addressing the audience, PM Modi said that India has declared freedom from the slave mentality and is feeling proud of its heritage. "In the era of slavery, the oppressors who made an effort to weaken India first targeted our symbols. After Independence, re-building of these cultural symbols was essential," he said. Modi said that after the country gained Independence, "there was an opposition to the rebuilding of the Somnath temple and this thought process remained dominant for decades." He said because of this, the country descended into an inferiority complex and somehow ignored the rich heritage it possessed. काशी का दिव्य और भव्य स्वर्वेद महामंदिर प्राचीनता और आधुनिकता का बेजोड़ उदाहरण है। मुझे विश्वास है कि योग और ध्यान के क्षेत्र में यह विश्व में अपनी अलग पहचान बनाएगा और समग्र विकास के हमारे संकल्प में मील का पत्थर साबित होगा। pic.twitter.com/DIRmRFiYyo — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 18, 2023 × "After seven decades of Independence, the wheel of time has turned once again. The country has declared from the Red Fort freedom from the slave mentality and a feeling of pride about its heritage." "The work which started from Somnath has now become a campaign. Today, the grandeur of Vishwanath is singing the tales of India's glory," Modi said. वाराणसी का स्वर्वेद महामंदिर संपूर्ण मानवता के कल्याण के लिए एक अनमोल धरोहर है, जिससे भारत की सांस्कृतिक विरासत और समृद्ध होगी। pic.twitter.com/LuRnx5wYdt — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 18, 2023 × He then said that India, for the longest time, has been an example of economic prosperity and physical development and that the government, society and saints were making all the required efforts to rejuvenate Kashi. Chief Minister of the state of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath was also present during the inauguration. CM Yogi along with PM Modi took a tour of the centre that can seat around 20,000 people at a time for meditation. आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी ने आज काशी में विहंगम योग संत समाज के 100वें वार्षिकोत्सव 'शताब्दी समारम्भ महोत्सव' एवं सद्गुरु सदाफलदेव जी महाराज को समर्पित 'स्वर्वेद महामंदिर धाम' का लोकार्पण किया। जब एक संत की साधना मूर्तरूप लेती है, तब ऐसा पावन धाम बनकर तैयार होता… pic.twitter.com/99Dla8KtC5 — Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) December 18, 2023 × Verses of the Swarveda have been carved upon the walls of the Mahamandir, a seven-floor grand structure. The Indian prime minister is on a two-day visit to his Lok Sabha constituency Varanasi. On the first day, he launched projects including the Kanyakumari-Varanasi Tamil Sangamam train and multi-language and braille translations of Thirukkural, Manimekalai and other classic Tamil literature. Also read: Jaishankar clears the air on diplomatic rows with US and Canada, slams UN Security Council as ‘old club’ He also participated in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. He is set to launch several other projects in the city besides the new Vande Bharat train from Varanasi to New Delhi. AI-based tool used to translate PM Modi's speech in Varanasi In a first, a real-time AI-based tool was used to translate PM Modi's speech at Kashi Tamil Sangamam in Varanasi on Sunday (Dec 18). During the address, PM Modi welcomed the participants and called them his family. "Today, the use of new technology has taken place here through Artificial Intelligence (AI). This is a new beginning and hopefully, it makes it easier for me to reach you," PM Modi said at Kashi Tamil Sangamam. The speech by the Indian prime minister was translated through 'Bhashini' for the ones who in the audience understood the Tamil language. 'Bhashini' is an AI-led language translation system that enables people to speak in their language while talking to speakers of other Indian languages. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi inaugurates world’s largest meditation centre ‘Swarved Mahamandir’ in India’s Varanasi

We may admit it or not, but coronavirus has affected our lives and also taken a toll on our mental health in the last two years. No matter which age group one belongs to, there is anxiety, overthinking and worry for the future plaguing our minds non-stop. 
 
It won't be wrong to say that the coronavirus pandemic period has taught us many lessons as it put a brake on our fast-paced life - be it the importance of family to self-care, mankind and patience. Among many pertinent issues, the one thing that people learnt was how much mental piece is important in today's times. 
 
Like our body, mental health needs to be taken care of and holds essential importance to maintain equilibrium. For mental health, the one thing most doctors often suggest is meditation, but the question is how? 
 
While the internet offers a plethora of options in terms of meditation centres, most are expensive and not affordable to the larger population. Many take a step back when it comes to subscription and membership plans for meditation. But what if we told you that there is a world-class meditation centre in India that is completely free of cost?

A place where you can go and practice and learn the art of meditation without spending thousands of money on trainers.

Continue reading to know more! 
 
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Source - Heartfulness website 
 
Have you heard of&nbsp;Heartfulness meditation? Where is it located and how one can learn the practice without spending big bucks. Let's find out! 
 
The Heartfulness meditation follows the Sahaj Marg system of Raja Yoga meditation, which is also known as heartfulness. 
 
Shri Ram Chandra Mission is teaching heart-based meditation for 75 years now and it is offered in around 130 countries around the world, however, the main centre is Kanha Shanti Vanam, near Hyderabad, Telangana in South India.

How is this form of meditation different from others?&nbsp; 
 
This meditation brings transformation through yogic transmission pranahuti.&nbsp;Prana means lifeforce and ahuti means offering.&nbsp; 
 
The&nbsp;organisation says, ''The effect of Heartfulness meditation with pranahuti on brainwave patterns, heart rate and blood pressure, vagus nerve activity and telomere length on chromosomes, amongst other things, is being supported by research.'' 
 
As we know, meditation is a hard practice and it takes time, but in heartfulness meditation, the case is different. One can see the effect of meditation just after a few practices (if it is done under the right guidance). 
 
And people are often left surprised after seeing the result in just a few sittings.&nbsp; 
 
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Photo of Heartfulness meditation hall in Kanha Shanti Vanam,&nbsp;Hyderabad, India.&nbsp; 
 
The focus of this meditation is the heart and its key outcome is to help the practitioner with a deep, lasting effect and positively transform our lives.&nbsp; 
 
How is it performed &nbsp; 
 
There is no dogma in this meditation and perfectly blends with your modern life. Heartfulness meditation is divided into four basic practices that one person needs to learn and make these four basic practices a daily habit -&nbsp; 
 
The four practices are - relaxation, meditation, cleaning and prayer.&nbsp; 
 
Heartfulness relaxation 
 
This is for relaxation. If you are having a tough &amp; troubled&nbsp;day and you&nbsp;feeling stressed and overburdened&nbsp;- take a few minutes and just relax with your eyes closed. It can be done at any time of the day or night. 
 
Heartfulness meditation&nbsp; 
 
Like every other meditation, this one gets the best result when&nbsp;done in the morning. Just a few simple steps to follow - first find a silent space and&nbsp;just sit and relax and try to focus on your heart. To know more about meditation in depth, you can read the book - Simple Heartfulness Practices - available online or just go and watch the YouTube videos. 
 
Cleaning&nbsp; 
 
This is done at the end of the day to clear the emotional burden we carry every day - irrespective of whether it is good or bad. The cleaning is done to bring neutrality in your behaviour. 
&nbsp; 
How much does this practice cost? How can one learn&nbsp;heartfulness meditation? 
&nbsp; 
This organisation offers meditation at zero price to everyone irrespective of caste, religion, or beliefs.&nbsp;You can visit and learn meditation at their centre. There are plenty of centres, and you can search online for the nearest one. It's completely&nbsp;free of cost.&nbsp; 
 
You can go and learn the heartfulness practices without a single penny.&nbsp; 
 
More about their centres 
 
The headquarter Kanha Shanti Vanam is situated near Hyderabad and there&nbsp;are no entry fee charges. Apart from Kanha, there are 5000 Heartfulness Centres, known as HeartSpots around the world. So whether you are reading this article in India or in Atlanta - if you are interested and want to bring a balance to your urban life which is usually filled with chaos, &nbsp;you can just Google and visit their nearest centre.&nbsp; 
 
There are certified trainers and volunteers available who can teach you the practice. 
 
If you can't visit, you can also follow them online - just search Heartfulness meditation and you are ready to go.&nbsp;

<ol>
	<li>Register for free meditation class on the site</li>
	<li>You can also download the&nbsp;HeartsApp&nbsp;and can do a session with&nbsp;a trainer.</li>
	<li>If you are facing trouble finding the location of the spot and trainer, worry not, just check HeartSpot on their site to find a Heartfulness Meditation certified trainer and book your meeting, as per your convenience.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>

This form of meditation is being followed by thousands of people around the world who want to enrich their lives and take care of their health- both physically and mentally!&nbsp;

We may admit it or not, but coronavirus has affected our lives and also taken a toll on our mental health in the last two years. No matter which age group one belongs to, there is anxiety, overthinking and worry for the future plaguing our minds non-stop.

We may admit it or not, but coronavirus has affected our lives and also taken a toll on our mental health in the last two years. No matter which age group one belongs to, there is anxiety, overthinking and worry for the future plaguing our minds non-stop. It won't be wrong to say that the coronavirus pandemic period has taught us many lessons as it put a brake on our fast-paced life - be it the importance of family to self-care, mankind and patience. Among many pertinent issues, the one thing that people learnt was how much mental piece is important in today's times. Like our body, mental health needs to be taken care of and holds essential importance to maintain equilibrium. For mental health, the one thing most doctors often suggest is meditation, but the question is how? While the internet offers a plethora of options in terms of meditation centres, most are expensive and not affordable to the larger population. Many take a step back when it comes to subscription and membership plans for meditation. But what if we told you that there is a world-class meditation centre in India that is completely free of cost? A place where you can go and practice and learn the art of meditation without spending thousands of money on trainers. Continue reading to know more! Source - Heartfulness website Have you heard of Heartfulness meditation? Where is it located and how one can learn the practice without spending big bucks. Let's find out! The Heartfulness meditation follows the Sahaj Marg system of Raja Yoga meditation, which is also known as heartfulness. Shri Ram Chandra Mission is teaching heart-based meditation for 75 years now and it is offered in around 130 countries around the world, however, the main centre is Kanha Shanti Vanam, near Hyderabad, Telangana in South India. How is this form of meditation different from others? This meditation brings transformation through yogic transmission pranahuti. Prana means lifeforce and ahuti means offering. The organisation says, ''The effect of Heartfulness meditation with pranahuti on brainwave patterns, heart rate and blood pressure, vagus nerve activity and telomere length on chromosomes, amongst other things, is being supported by research.'' As we know, meditation is a hard practice and it takes time, but in heartfulness meditation, the case is different. One can see the effect of meditation just after a few practices (if it is done under the right guidance). And people are often left surprised after seeing the result in just a few sittings. Photo of Heartfulness meditation hall in Kanha Shanti Vanam, Hyderabad, India. The focus of this meditation is the heart and its key outcome is to help the practitioner with a deep, lasting effect and positively transform our lives. How is it performed There is no dogma in this meditation and perfectly blends with your modern life. Heartfulness meditation is divided into four basic practices that one person needs to learn and make these four basic practices a daily habit - The four practices are - relaxation, meditation, cleaning and prayer. Heartfulness relaxation This is for relaxation. If you are having a tough & troubled day and you feeling stressed and overburdened - take a few minutes and just relax with your eyes closed. It can be done at any time of the day or night. Heartfulness meditation Like every other meditation, this one gets the best result when done in the morning. Just a few simple steps to follow - first find a silent space and just sit and relax and try to focus on your heart. To know more about meditation in depth, you can read the book - Simple Heartfulness Practices - available online or just go and watch the YouTube videos. Cleaning This is done at the end of the day to clear the emotional burden we carry every day - irrespective of whether it is good or bad. The cleaning is done to bring neutrality in your behaviour. How much does this practice cost? How can one learn heartfulness meditation? This organisation offers meditation at zero price to everyone irrespective of caste, religion, or beliefs. You can visit and learn meditation at their centre. There are plenty of centres, and you can search online for the nearest one. It's completely free of cost. You can go and learn the heartfulness practices without a single penny. More about their centres The headquarter Kanha Shanti Vanam is situated near Hyderabad and there are no entry fee charges. Apart from Kanha, there are 5000 Heartfulness Centres, known as HeartSpots around the world. So whether you are reading this article in India or in Atlanta - if you are interested and want to bring a balance to your urban life which is usually filled with chaos, you can just Google and visit their nearest centre. There are certified trainers and volunteers available who can teach you the practice. If you can't visit, you can also follow them online - just search Heartfulness meditation and you are ready to go. Register for free meditation class on the site You can also download the HeartsApp and can do a session with a trainer. If you are facing trouble finding the location of the spot and trainer, worry not, just check HeartSpot on their site to find a Heartfulness Meditation certified trainer and book your meeting, as per your convenience. This form of meditation is being followed by thousands of people around the world who want to enrich their lives and take care of their health- both physically and mentally!

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PM Modi inaugurates world’s largest meditation centre ‘Swarved Mahamandir’ in India’s Varanasi

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