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दिनांक 25/02/2026 को संस्कृत परिषद्, किरोड़ीमल महाविद्यालय तथा यूथ यूनाइटेड फॉर विजन एंड एक्शन (YUVA) के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में ‘प्राचीन भारतीय मनीषियों का जीवन दर्शन’ विषय पर एक दिवसीय संगोष्ठी का भव्य एवं सफल आयोजन संपन्न हुआ। कार्यक्रम का शुभारंभ वैदिक मंगलाचरण एवं सरस्वती वंदना के साथ हुआ। तत्पश्चात् मुख्य अतिथियों द्वारा माँ सरस्वती की प्रतिमा के समक्ष दीप प्रज्वलन एवं पुष्पांजलि अर्पित कर ज्ञानमयी व्याख्यानमाला का विधिवत् आरंभ किया गया। इसके उपरांत प्रथम सत्र में अतिथियो

Conference Overview and Organizing Institutions A joint academic conference titled Sacred Roots of Jainism was successfully organized from 1 st to 2 nd February 2026 to commemorate the 125 th birth anniversary of the eminent Jain scholar, Siddhantacharya Pandit Phool Chandra Shastri. The conference was jointly convened by Shri Ganesh Varni Digambar Jain Sansthan, Varanasi; Gurudev Samantbhadra Centre for Jainism, Karanja Gurukul; and Dharma for Life, New Delhi. The two-da

The second anniversary of "Dharma for Life" (DFL), an organisation working to disseminate ancient Indian and Jain knowledge traditions in a modern context, was celebrated with great pomp at The Tulip Clubhouse in Gurugram. Scholars, teachers, researchers, industrialists, corporate leaders, and students from India and abroad participated in the event. Opening and Keynote Intellectual Session The program began with the lighting of the lamp and a prayer by Beina A. Jain. In th

Introduction Dharma for Life team - Dr Medhavi Jain, Founder and Dr Palakh Jain, Joint Secretary visited Ahmedabad to participate in the 5 th International Jain Conference held on 10 th and 11 th January 2026. The conference brought together eminent Jain scholars, thinkers, philanthropists, and institutional leaders from India and abroad, providing a vibrant platform for dialogue on Jain philosophy, education, social responsibility, and global outreach. The visit was sign

Dr. Medhavi Jain, Founder of Dharma for Life, made impactful academic contributions this December by presenting two research papers at esteemed national and international conferences, further strengthening the organisation’s commitment to integrating ancient wisdom with contemporary life. Her first paper was presented at the National Seminar on “Omniscience in Jain Tradition in the Perspective of Indian Philosophy,” organised by the Bhogilal Leherchand Institute of Indology (

23rd November 2025 | Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi The Jain Shiksha Pracharak Society (JSPS), one of India’s oldest educational institutions, marked its monumental 125th anniversary with the historic launch of “Swadheen – The Meri Bhavna Project” for Grade 4 students. The celebration, held at the iconic Talkatora Stadium, witnessed the presence of thousands of students, educators, trustees, and dignitaries from across the country. Chief Justice Vijendra Jain and IAS Vijetha R

भारत में साधु-संतों को आध्यात्मिक मार्गदर्शकों के रूप में देखा जाता रहा है. जिनकी शरण में गृहस्थ व्यक्ति न केवल मन की शांति पाने एवं सही ज्ञान अर्जित करने हेतु जाते हैं अपितु जब जीवन में संघर्षों का चरम हो एवं कोई राह न सूझ रही हो तो लौकिक मार्गदर्शन हेतु भी जाते हैं. आज के बदलते परिप्रेक्ष्य में भी हमारे देश में अधिकतः हम विवाहित महिलाओं को अपने परिवार के वरिष्ठों द्वारा 'दूधों नहाओं, पूतों फलो' जैसे आशीर्वाद देते हुए सुनते हैं तो सोचने पर विवश हो जाते हैं कि क्या हम वाकई बद

I express deep gratitude for the life of a remarkable man — a dedicated scholar, a devoted husband and a loving father. His journey was one marked by dedication, compassion, and an unyielding pursuit of knowledge, leaving behind a legacy that will inspire not only the present generation but the generations to come. I remember that despite staying away from fame and public gatherings, Vijay Sir was always available for the genuine seekers. One could have gone to his home in D

Recently, I had the opportunity to watch a podcast conversation between my father, Dr Anekant Kumar Jain, and Dr Medhavi Jain, Founder of Dharma For Life. It turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences I've ever had. As a teenager growing up in a world filled with noise, confusion, and constant distractions, this podcast felt like a breath of fresh air. It wasn't just a conversation — it was a doorway to deeper thinking. Throughout the podcast, Medhavi aunty aske

The Dharma for Life (DFL) team, led by Dr Medhavi Jain, Founder, recently undertook a spiritually enriching and purpose-driven visit to the sacred city of Ayodhya. The three-day visit was marked by profound spiritual experiences, deep engagement with revered Jain ascetics, and meaningful discussions centred on DFL’s future projects. This visit reaffirmed the team’s commitment to blending dharmic values with research initiatives. Day One: A Divine Beginning The first day beg

As their next quarterly project Dr Medhavi Jain, founder of Dharma For Life , introduced a new segment, ‘ धर्म चर्चा with Youth’, and in this series, she organised a thought-provoking podcast discussion featuring a diverse panel—three philosophy scholars, including Dr Medhavi Jain, Dr Natalia Zheleznova, and Dr Preeti R. Jain, alongside three Gen Z participants: Ms Muskan Jain, Ms Divyanshi Jain, and Ms Mannat Malik. The discussion was woven around the concept of Dharma, off

From 17 th to 19 th March 2025, Dr Medhavi Jain (Founder, Dharma For Life) and Dr Palakh Jain (Joint Secretary, DFL) visited Pune for the twin purpose of delivering a lecture on “Arihant: Jain Darshan Mein Sarvagya ki Avdharna” at Savitribai Phule Pune University and visiting Abhay Prabhavana Museum. Lecture by Dr Medhavi Jain at the Department of Philosophy, Savitribai Phule Pune University on 18 th March 2025, Tuesday: With a hall full of intellectual audience, Dr K K

Dharma For Life celebrated its First Anniversary on January 18, 2025, at The Constitution Club of India. The event brought distinguished scholars, scientists, authors, students, and philosophy enthusiasts together. Dr. Pooja Vyas, Director of the Indian Council of Philosophical Research in New Delhi, chaired the program. Dr Natalia Zheleznova, from the Institute of Oriental Studies, Russian Academy of Sciences, graced the occasion as the Guest of Eminence. Mrs. Divyanshi Jain

Dharma for Life hosted its fourth and last quarterly event of 2024. The insightful event on Jain Karma Theory and the relevance of ethics in professional success was held at the Tulip Clubhouse, Gurugram. Led by founder Dr Medhavi Jain, the sessions explored the uniqueness of karma theory in the Indian philosophy of Jainism and the impact of ethics on professional success. The program began at 1 PM with a warm welcome tea, where attendees connected before settling in for deep

An efficient and senior scholar gets to know one’s intent, analyses the seriousness of the seeker in a very subtle way, and gives guidance in return in a subtle and indicative way. I am lucky to be able to seek guidance from many eminent scholars in my academic pursuits. Dr Parasmal Agrawal is surely one of them. Very recently, I went to Udaipur and met him and his smiling wife at their residence. I am sharing a few of our past conversations in this blog. I recently reque

Devotion without knowledge is blind faith Knowledge without devotion is mere rationality Knowledge is inevitably followed by devotion This is where science meets spirituality   On the path of searching for the truth, one eventually reaches a state where one starts understanding the real meaning of devotion and the wonders it can do. Each seeker starts their journey towards the truth from the dense forests of ignorance. As soon as they get a glimpse of the light of the right

Dharma For Life organised its third academic event on the 27th of July 2024, which included a lecture on ‘Mind in Science and Jainism’ and a panel discussion on ‘Mind: Our Friend or Enemy’. The event commenced at 2 PM with a welcoming tea. The program began with a prayer by Mrs. Beina A Jain. Known for her sweet voice, Mrs. Jain’s prayer set a serene tone for the event. The first session started with a lecture by Dr. Pratap Sanchetee, a renowned neurologist and Jain scholar

My Review on Ālāpa Paddhati (The Ways of Verbal Expression) by Ācārya Devasena I was delighted and honoured at the same time to receive the most recent scholarly gem by respected Vijay K Jain Sir. Titled Ālāpa Paddhati as clearly by its name that it describes the ways of verbal expression, written by Ācārya Devasena sometime during the end of the tenth century of Vikrama Samvat , which is almost 57 years ahead of the modern calendar. Starts with the invocation of the liber

लगभग दो महीने पहले एक शाम मिर्ज़ापुर से फ़ोन आया. फ़ोन पर दूसरी ओर श्रीमती पूजा गुप्ता जी की मधुर एवं सधी हुई आवाज़ थी जो मेरी लेखनी की भूरी भूरी प्रशंसा से युक्त थी. मैं अचंभित थी कि आख़िर मेरी पुस्तकें उन तक कैसे पहुंचीं. बातचीत के दौरान पता चला कि सभ्या प्रकाशन के संस्थापक एवं अभिवन इमरोज़ के संपादक आदरणीय श्री देवेंद्र बहल जी ने मेरी कुछ पुस्तकें पूजा जी को भिजवाईं, पूजा ने भी उन्हें अपनी स्टडी में दफन करने के बजाय उन्हें न केवल पढ़ना चुना अपितु मेरा नंबर प्रकाशक से लेकर अपनी प्

Spiritual knowledge is incomplete without experiencing it at the horizontal dimension. When our belief in good cinema was almost at a dying edge, there came a few movies that transcended the constrictive boundaries of how much money was being spent on making them and how famous were the stars in them. After 12th Fail, where despite the most adverse circumstances, the courage to own stark honesty was shown, I watched Chamkeela, Laapataa Ladies, and Manjummel Boys. The impact o