On March 25, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a talk on Kumbh Mela from a National and Geopolitical Perspective by Shri Swaminathan Gurumurthy, Chairman, VIF. He is a renowned Indian writer, journalist, and public intellectual celebrated for his fearless investigative journalism and sharp economic insights. A chartered accountant by profession, Shri S. Gurumurthy has also been a corporate advisor, visiting faculty at IIT Bombay, and distinguished professor at Sastra University.

On February 25, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a Vimarsh on the book ‘Archaeologists of Independent India- Major Personalities and Their Work’ by Dr. Dilip K. Chakrabarti, a distinguished historian and archaeologist, recognized as one of India’s leading scholars in the field. Dr. Chakrabarti has been associated with the VIF since its inception and has made significant contributions to the study of ancient India. His editorial leadership has helped VIF to compile a series on the History of Ancient India, a monumental 11-volume work.

As India and Indonesia have embarked into commemorating and celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, the joint publication of edited volume titled India-Indonesia Relations – A Civilizational Partnership by the Vivekananda International Foundation (India) and Habibie Centre (Indonesia) is not only timely and informative but also immensely valuable collection of analysis under one platform, which entail the unique relations that the two countries have been nurturing for the last two millennia.

Swami Vivekananda’s concept of security was deeply holistic, encompassing the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of human life. He believed that genuine security could not be attained solely through material wealth or physical protection; it must also include the spiritual growth of individuals, the moral progress of society, and the collective well-being of all. His vision of human security rested on the conviction that every person holds divine potential, and realising that potential is crucial for living a secure and meaningful life.