#cow urine in India

[enigma-the-mysterious]

Please say sike. Please

"Drinking cowpiss is medicinal." This is why India is the tuberculosis capital of the world.

Meanwhile hindublr is out there fighting for their lives trying to prove drinking cowpiss is medicinal 🫠 how are we supposed to take them seriously? Is this what the country has come to?

Anon, please tell me this is a joke and that people aren't on Tumblr actually trying to argue about gaumutra's "medicinal properties". This has to be a joke. Right?!?!?

-Mod S

[religion-is-a-mental-illness]

Do you know why Indians in particular (and I suppose, new age spiritualists) believe in things like homeopathy or ayurveda(like ashwagandha)? I've always found it so odd, even growing up in india. It's clear that some of these beliefs are marketing schemes, like saying A2 (Indian cows) milk > A1(foreign cows) to the point that they sell A2 cow milk and butter at 10x-20x the price of A1 cow milk. All because of "Vedic" practices (prayers and conducting rituals) of cow rearing. We know that ayurveda especially has no clinical or empirical evidence. It's all anecdotal. But even I was taught to believe that turmeric is a good antioxidant and is great for colds. In reality, only about 2% of turmeric is absorbed by your body. Are indians just more gullible because of Hinduism or is it just willful ignorance because they want to feel some sort of superiority in their spirituality?

Lots of love, thank you for continuing to post!! 💛💛 Hope you're doing well.

A big chunk of it may well be the lack of penetration of criticism and mockery of these superstitions, both for cultural and language reasons.

There's a saying that "sunlight is the best disinfectant." This isn't literally true, it's a metaphor for the notion that exposing ideas to the light of scrutiny, examination and refutation helps to break down and destroy false or bad ideas.

To some extent, the persistence of these superstitions may be that they've not been well exposed to public view to the extent many others have been.

Islam has in its doctrine, the curative and medicinal properties of camel urine. To the extent it's packaged and sold as medicine in the present day solely because in multiple hadiths, Muhammad prescribed camel urine for ailments. People don't know about this, don't believe it or start making excuses about "natural remedies" and the limitations of "western medicine." Even while the World Health Organization calls for people to stop drinking it.

Outside India, there's a certain anti-western chauvinism, coupled with a fetishization of "exotic" cultures. Which is really just the Appeal to Nature and Appeal to Tradition fallacies. But are ripe to be exploited by con artists (e.g. Deepak Chopra) for sale to the credulous who mistake their trendy credulity for "open mindedness." Even though the same people would never be so gullible about superstitions based on Xian mythology.

What this means is that a protective bubble forms around these superstitions because attacking primitive, superstitious nonsense hogwash becomes a "racist" attack on a "culture." You're allowed to - and encouraged to - criticize and attack Xian faith-healing, but not Hindu faith-healing because that's just intolerant of a "culture." Note that this means they want Indian culture to be mired in primitive superstitions.

Internal to India, I think a big part is just that it's so dominant and there isn't the tradition of secularism - separation of church/religion and state - which means religious faith holds more sway. Coupled with more explicit moves in recent years to mirror Islam in offence and fragility regarding "blasphemy" - see the whole "Sexy Kali" thing, for example.

In contrast, in the US, there's been legal challenges mounted against homeopathy as fraud and false advertising under consumer protection laws. If there's no evidence of efficacy, government safety organizations in countries like the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand either don't allow a product to be sold as "medicinal," or don't allow it to be sold at all.

I don't know enough about Indian law to know how robust Indian safety or consumer laws are in terms of leveraging them to call out the same kinds of fraud, but what you're saying about the milk suggests they might not be. It's essentially a claim of "magic milk," given there could be no scientific test that such a claim could survive.

So, there's this absence of pressure from both internal and external. And as we know from evolution, it's pressure which drives change.

People need to be willing to treat Indian and Hindu superstitions the same as they treat Xian superstitions and other unscientific bunk, rejecting attacks on the basis of "racism" or "blasphemy" or "intolerance" or all the usual shit. But I think there also needs to be avenues culturally and legally within India to start challenging the assertions being made. I don't know enough about Indian society or culture to know how much of a superiority complex may be at play, but there is likely an element of ignorance, not necessarily wilful, just regular old ignorance, because of the pervasiveness and persistence of these ideas.

Of course, people are still free to believe stupid shit. But that doesn't mean it should get special, elevated status or be allowed to commit acts of rampant fraud.

[workingclasshistory]

On this day, 20 March 1927, during a conference of the Kolaba District Depressed Classes in Mahad, India, the Mahad Satyagraha took place. A procession of 2,500 Dalits (sometimes known as "untouchables"), led by Dalit social reformer BR Ambedkar, marched through the main streets of Mahad towards a public water tank to assert their right to access it like other members of the community. While legally people of all castes had the right to use public amenities, in reality this was not the case. So Ambedkar, and then others, drank from the water tank before leaving. In response to this peaceful protest, a mob of caste Hindus attacked the Dalits at the end of their conference. Dalits were beaten up, their homes ransacked and their grain supplies destroyed. Many sought refuge in the homes of Muslims. Brahmins (the highest caste Hindus) subsequently felt the need to "purify" the now-"contaminated" lake, which they did by pouring in dozens of containers of a mixture cow dung and urine, milk, curds and ghee. The direct action was a culmination of four years of organising. This had included strikes, as well as the establishment of schools for their children by Dalit military veterans. In December that year 10,000 Dalits took part in a second Mahad Satyagraha. "Untouchability" was later outlawed by the 1955 Indian constitution, however, ingrained discrimination against Dalits continues. Read this and hundreds of other stories in our book, Working Class History: Everyday Acts of Resistance & Rebellion: https://shop.workingclasshistory.com/products/working-class-history-everyday-acts-resistance-rebellion-book https://www.facebook.com/workingclasshistory/photos/a.296224173896073/2234287363423068/?type=3

[father-of-the-void]

Soma … exacts self-discipline of the priests, a long initiation and training: it is, for proper exploitation, an affair of a priestly elite. But the possible role of Stropharia cubensis growing in the dung of cattle in the lives of the lower orders remains to this day wholly unexplored. Is S. cubensis responsible for the elevation of the cow to a sacred status? And for the inclusion of the urine and dung of cows in the pancagavya (the Vedic sacrifice)? And was that a contributing reason for abandoning Soma? Given the ecological conditions prevailing in the Indus Valley and Kashmir, only a few of the Indo-Europeans could know by personal experience the secret of the Divine Herb. The cult of Soma must have been shaped by the peculiar circumstances prevailing in the area, but ultimately those circumstances must have doomed that cult. Today it lives on in India only as an intense and glowing memory of an ancient rite.

— Terence McKenna, Food of the Gods

[dougielombax]

I’m not a medical expert but Ireland has a serious problem with quackery!

No! The man down the road will NOT cure your disease by making you smear dung on your face! That’ll just make you look like an arse, and you’ll still be sick!

They’ll just take your money anyway.

It’s sickening to behold.

Especially since it’s rife online, people saying how men’s arses can be milked in cold temperatures to cure a fever (WHAT?! Yes this is one I’ve actually heard), or that injecting semen into your SPINE will cure backache (it WON’T!).

This only got worse at the start of the ongoing pandemic!

Oh GOD!

People taking fucking HORSE medicine (Ivermectin) or rotten potatoes to “cure” the virus.

Fucking hell!

It’s absolute brainrot!

What’s that?

You want to prescribe folk cures?!

It’s a heart attack! Call a fucking ambulance you stupid mare!

Okay it’s not as bad as in India where you have people resorting to drinking cow’s urine to cure covid and other such things.

But it’s still a problem regardless.

[tonybina-india-2020]

Day 10 : The Gulaal - Jaiselmer

18th March 2023

After a vegetarian meal under the stars we retired early to our room for a shower and a chill.

This hotel is fabulous however the view from an our window is of a building site  although looking out from it now, I can’t actually see anyone working the machinery that has been left there.  We’ve also had several power cuts, the most notable, was one that caused a total black out whilst I was showering. It was completely pitch black with not a glimmer of light, so I though it best just to keep warm under the hot water until the electricity was restored

Todays first stop was Gadiser Lake, a holy expanse of water that is kept topped up by a canal. Within this lake are catfish around 5 foot long and they have the circumference of a large bucket. Gangi, our guide said that people fished these near mythical monsters for food, however they didn’t taste at all good.

Behind the lake were the Ghats, which are the cremation pyres for Hindus and next to them the burial plots for the Muslim 

Our next stop was Jaisalmer Fort which also goes by the name Sonar Quila (Golden Fort) as it rises from the desert itself and seems to become one with the golden hues of the sand. The setting sun adds its own magic and shrouds the fort with mystique. The fort is constructed in the classic style of the royals by local craftsmen. This fort is a world heritage site and around 5000 people live within its walls, mostly from Brahim and Rajput descent.

Its narrow streets are cobbled, broken and steep and gutters run along along side. We left our transport at the bottom gate and began our long slow walk into the fort. I was careful not to slip on the worn stones, but a very old man was squatting on the ground with a chisel and hammer knocking tiny holes into the ground to make the surface a little rougher.

The traffic of men, women, children, dogs, scooters, motor bikes and cows came from every direction, we veered and swerved around each other in some sort of dance, there was me jumping out of the way at every horn blast, trying to avoid the dung that was so freely strewn across the ground, but the cows refused to move and stood their ground, their docile, unblinking , brown eyes staring resolutely ahead of them.

We went into a Jain Temple to admire the stonework on its wall and columns. 

Jainism is one of the world’s oldest religions, originating in India at least 2,500 years ago. The spiritual goal of Jainism is to become liberated from the endless cycle of rebirth and to achieve an all-knowing state called moksha. This can be attained by living a nonviolent life, with as little negative impact on any living thing. Some Jains even refuse to eat anything grown from under the ground, they cover their mouths to stop them inhaling insects and in some cases employ people to walk ahead of them, sweeping the ground and thus avoiding stepping on any forms of life.

By midday, the aroma of the fort grew heady with the smell of cooking food, petrol fumes, cow pats and urine or sewage of some sort. The intense heat didn’t help at all and I was ready to get back to the calm of the hotel.

A visit to the sand dunes was planned for this evening to see  the sunset, however this excursion included a camel ride. In all honesty my conscience wouldn’t let me go. I know how some animals are treated in this country with little concern for their welfare and well being, for the sake of 15 minutes of entertainment, the poor camel may have suffered a lifetime of pain.  So we declined and sat by the pool instead catching up on news and dozing, the cool desert wind like a warm blanket covering us.

So tomorrow we are on the move again.

[mariacallous]

On the afternoon of February 14, Junaid Khan, 32, and his nephew Nasir Khan, 25, left their small village of Ghatmeeka in India’s northwestern state of Rajasthan to attend a family function. They didn’t come back.

“When they didn’t return the same night, we got worried,” says Arshad Khan, 44, Junaid’s brother-in-law. “Their phones were switched off as well. We searched for them the whole day.”

Two days later, the men’s bodies were found inside a burned-out vehicle in the village of Loharu, around 240 kilometers away in the neighboring state of Haryana. On their way home after midnight, members of a far-right extremist group had allegedly abducted, tortured, and killed the men, who are Muslims, on suspicion of smuggling cows—animals that are considered sacred by Hindus. Consuming beef and transporting cattle is not illegal, but several states have passed restrictive laws over the past few years, essentially criminalizing a profession that is dominated by Muslims.

“Why did they have to be killed? What was their fault?” Khan says. “Who will look after their poor families now?”

Among the group suspected by police of murdering Junaid and Nasir is 28-year-old Monu Manesar, a high-profile YouTuber who has built a huge following online with his videos of cow vigilantism. Manesar, who is reportedly now on the run, is one of a large ecosystem of sectarian influencers on Indian social media who have benefited from the country’s nationalistic turn under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Human rights advocates say that their content—which is prevalent across Western-owned platforms—is exacerbating social division, and even leading to vigilante attacks on religious minorities.

“We have laws against hate speech that are being used selectively,” Aakar Patel, chair of Amnesty International India says. “Hate speech is allowed both by the government and the social media companies.”

In an email statement, YouTube spokesperson Jack Malon says that YouTube has suspended monetization on Manesar’s channel for violating its creator responsibility policy. “We also removed 9 videos from the channel in question for violating our harassment policies,” he said.

For the past five years, Manesar—a leading member of the Bajrang Dal, a far-right Hindu group—has been part of a team of cow vigilantes along the Rajasthan-Haryana border, and has uploaded videos of their attacks, predominantly on Muslims, to YouTube. His posts often begin with a car chase in the dark and end with group members posing with a cow they have “rescued.”

Manesar and his group have made no secret of the violence they subject their victims to. In June 2016, he was one of a number of people who appeared in a video in which two Muslim men were stopped in Badarpur border, South East Delhi, and forced to eat a concoction of cow dung, urine, milk, and curd. The men had been accused of smuggling beef. The video went viral on Twitter.

In one of his videos on YouTube, Manesar's team is even seen shooting at a truck driven by someone they accuse of being a cow smuggler, in an attempt to deflate its tires. 

In January this year, Manesar and his team caught three Muslim men they accused of being cow smugglers. They livestreamed on Facebook as they interrogated the men. One of the men, 22-year-old Waaris Khan, died from internal injuries the same day. His family says he was lynched, but police say he died in an accident. The Facebook Live video has since been deleted.

Manesar also has posted routinely on Instagram—where he has 42,000 followers—including images of people he’s alleged to be cow smugglers, often visibly injured. In April 2022, he posted a video on his Instagram account showing a group of men assaulting a Muslim scrap picker with sticks. The caption reads, “These are the scrap-pickers that throw stones at our soldiers and Hindutva supporters.”

Meta did not respond to a request for comment.

Khan said that people in his region are aware of Manesar’s social media. “It is supposed to send a message to us,” he says.

In October 2022, YouTube awarded Manesar a silver play button for crossing 100,000 followers. YouTube’s literature says that Creator Awards are not automatically given when subscriber targets are hit, but are granted at the discretion of the company, which reviews channels before handing out the rewards. YouTube did not respond to a request for comment on Manesar’s award.

Comments under Manesar’s videos are mostly adulatory, thanking him and his team for his “service.” He has also had official endorsements. He’s posted pictures of himself with police officers and bureaucrats. In October 2021, Haryana police included him in a special task force to prevent cow smuggling. Three huge rallies were organized by right-wing organizations on February 19, 21, and 22.

On February 24, thousands of people took to the street in Rajasthan and Haryana to demand justice for Junaid and Nasir Khan. The police filed a complaint against more than 500 people for blocking the highway and suspended internet service in the district for three days, citing the possibility of communal tension.

Human rights groups say that sectarianism has flourished in the political environment created by Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party. The party has routinely equated national and religious identities, accusing people who criticize its politics of being anti-Hindu, while itself being accused of promoting hate speech against Muslims. In January, the government forced social media platforms to block clips of a controversial BBC documentary about Modi’s alleged involvement in intercommunal violence in 2002.

The government has banned hundreds of YouTube channels for spreading “fake news” or promoting “anti-Indian views.” But at the same time, there has been a proliferation of channels that broadcast extreme nationalist rhetoric.

In June 2022, a report by the NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights found that sectarian content was widespread in India. “The most troubling abuse of YouTube in India involves the targeting of Muslims by backers of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and other right-leaning Hindu nationalist groups.” The report concluded. “Religious intolerance long predated the arrival of YouTube in India, but widespread social media use has intensified the hostility.”

In December 2022, an investigation by The Caravan found dozens of Hindu nationalist YouTube channels that were broadcasting extremist content, with viewing figures in the hundreds of millions. Senior BJP leaders had been interviewed on some of the channels, which were “rapidly out-performing mainstream news channels in terms of their reach.”

Amnesty International’s Patel says that the proliferation is partly due to the growth of the platforms and the number of people now using them, “and partly because of the fact that hate speech has been condoned. If you make heroes out of people who abuse minorities and are violent, you will encourage more people to follow that path.”

Some nationalist and sectarian YouTubers have built massive followings, including Vikas Pathak, who had more than 800,000 followers on his Hindustani Bhau channel before it was suspended in 2020, after he posted a video in which he threatened to sexually assault a YouTuber from Pakistan. Days after his suspension, he managed to start another channel, which has 83,000 subscribers. He also has 2.2 million followers on Instagram.

Prem Krishnavanshi, a YouTuber from Uttar Pradesh with just over 87,000 subscribers, has built a career on pop songs aimed toward supporters of Hindutva, or Hindu nationalism. The lyrics of one of Krishnavanshi’s songs, released in 2019, roughly translates to, “You are not humans, you are butchers. Enough of Hindu-Muslim brotherhood.”

“The anti-Muslim online hate industry is booming and the companies are benefiting from it,” says Alishan Jafri, co-author of the Caravan report.

Malon, the YouTube spokesperson, says that the company removed more than 156,000 videos in the third quarter of 2022 for violating hate speech policies.

“Beyond removing harmful content, we also leverage our recommendations system and monetization tools, to promote a healthy ecosystem,” the statement read. “YouTube has always had clear community guidelines that outline what is allowed on the platform and we remove flagged videos and comments that violate our policies. These policies are global, meaning we apply them consistently to all creators on the platform, regardless of their background, political viewpoint, position or affiliation.”

Malon also says that creators can be penalized for abuse or violence that occurs off its platform.

As of February 28, Manesar’s YouTube channel was still active. He has added about 7,000 subscribers since the Khans’ deaths. 

India is YouTube’s largest market, with 467 million users—nearly twice as many as the US. 

Prateek Waghre, the policy director of the Internet Freedom Foundation, a digital rights group, says that YouTube’s recommendation algorithms may be partially to blame for the spread of this sectarian content. “YouTube has not been particularly open about its recommender system,” he says. “But the algorithm typically prioritizes engagement. If you watch a certain type of content, it will look to feed a similar type of content.”

Waghre says that detecting hate speech is complex in India, where people often switch between languages. But, he says, social media companies tend to be slow to react when alerted to potentially dangerous content. “Even inaction is a form of action,” he says. “Until it becomes a significant PR crisis, they tend not to take action. Sadly, this is consistent behavior across platforms. These companies need to think about how they perceive their neutrality.”

But Waghre also says he suspects that social media companies are nervous about going after nationalist figures, in case a backlash threatens their business interests. “If you take action against a popular right-wing figure, there is a good chance you might be targeted in some way or the other,” he says.

Patel says that more violence is inevitable as hate speech continues to spread, online and offline. “I am 53 years old,” he says. “I have not seen tensions running so high permanently through the country.”

[gogarbha]

Many Indians have a special place in their hearts for cows, which are treasured in the Hindu religion. They are venerated as representations of riches, strength, and motherly love and are thought to have heavenly and healing properties.

One of the reasons for cow sacred in India is that they are considered a symbol of the divine mother, or "Gau Mata." In Hinduism, the cow is seen as a representation of all that is holy and pure and is believed to be able to nourish and sustain life. The cow is also seen as a symbol of selfless giving, as they provide milk, cow dung, and other resources to humans without expecting anything in return. Humans use these raw materials from cow and prepare milk-based products, dairy products etc.

The other reason why cows are worshiped in India is that they are believed to have medicinal properties. Cow's milk, urine, and dung are all used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat a variety of elements, and many people believe that consuming these products can bring good health and blessings.

In India, cows are revered not only for their spiritual importance but also for their usefulness in everyday life. Cow waste, which can be used in a variety of ways to benefit the environment and the economy, is one of the most precious resources that cows offer.

Using cow waste as fuel is one of the most popular uses for it. Biogas is made by the use of cow dung. It is a clean and renewable. Cow dung is nutrient-rich and can be utilized to increase the fertility of the soil. It works well in place of artificial fertilizer because it is a natural pest. In Hinduism, cow urine which is highly revered is thought to have medicinal powers. It is used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat a number of illnesses, including fever, skin conditions, cancer etc. Additionally, it is an antibacterial and a component of pesticides and cosmetics.

Cow waste is a useful resource that can be applied in a number of ways to help the economy and the environment. Cow waste has a wide range of useful applications that are worth exploring, from biogas production and crop fertilization to the treatment of diseases and being a sustainable building material.

We at Gogarbha understand how important and gainful the cows are. We've taken it upon ourselves to spread awareness and appreciation of these organic products with our company. With Gogarbha, you can feel safe knowing that you're supporting a sustainable source of nutrition while aiding in environmental protection - it's something we all need more of in this age!

We offer you the best-handpicked products blended with natural herbs that are not just the finest but also fine-tuned to meet your needs in home care.

At our company, we are proud to offer a range of desi cow products for your home care needs, such as:

Diya

Cowdung Sambrani Cones

Cowdung Sambrani Cups

Cowdung Dhoop Cakes

Cowdung Cakes

Mosquito Repellent

Vanaraksha Amrutham

Phenoyl

Our desi cow products have spiritual value in addition to being healthy for the environment. In Hinduism, cow manure is revered and thought to have both holy and therapeutic properties. We are dedicated to creating eco-friendly and sustainable products, and we anticipate that our cow waste line will have a positive effect on both the environment and the communities in which it is used.

In conclusion, cows are venerated in India as a symbol of the divine mother, selfless service, therapeutic benefits, wealth and success, and nonviolence. The Hindu community reveres and defends them, and they are important to the nation's religious and cultural customs.

Let us know in comment section which are the desi cow products that you use regularly.

[lovely324q41]

India’s Number One Brand: Why Gavyaveda Leads the Way in Ayurvedic Wellness

India has long been the birthplace of Ayurveda, an ancient system of healing that harmonizes the body, mind, and spirit through nature's finest offerings. In today’s world, where wellness trends come and go, one brand has emerged as a shining beacon of trust, purity, and authenticity—Gavyaveda. Proudly rooted in the wisdom of Ayurveda, Gavyaveda has rightfully earned its place as India’s No. 1 brand for Ayurvedic wellness. Let’s dive deeper into why this brand stands at the pinnacle of health and wellness today.

A Legacy of Purity and Tradition

At the heart of Gavyaveda lies its unwavering commitment to authenticity. Each product is crafted using traditional Ayurvedic principles, blending the purest ingredients derived from nature. The brand takes inspiration from time-honored formulations, ensuring that its products remain true to ancient wellness practices while catering to modern lifestyles.

Unlike brands that merely market the term "Ayurvedic," Gavyaveda is deeply invested in the authenticity of the process. They work directly with farmers who are custodians of ancient cow-herding traditions, ensuring that all ingredients, particularly from Panchgavya (cow products like milk, ghee, curd, urine, and dung), are sustainably sourced.

A Commitment to Sustainability

In a world facing environmental challenges, Gavyaveda has championed a sustainable approach to Ayurvedic wellness. The brand follows eco-friendly practices in sourcing ingredients and packaging. It deeply values cows as sacred beings, ensuring they are treated humanely in their natural environments. Their Panchgavya-based products, such as ghee, dhoop, and soaps, stem from this philosophy of respecting the earth and its creatures.

This devotion to sustainability extends to every product in their portfolio, making Gavyaveda a pioneer in eco-conscious wellness. Whether it's the biodegradable packaging or the organic farms from which they source their ingredients, Gavyaveda is more than just a brand—it’s a movement toward mindful living.

Products Rooted in Healing

What truly sets Gavyaveda apart is the sheer range and effectiveness of its product line. Gavyaveda offers everything from skincare and dental care to digestive health solutions, ensuring that every aspect of one’s well-being is nurtured. Some standout products include:

Gavyaveda Suvarnaprashan: A powerful immunity-boosting supplement made from cow-derived ingredients and infused with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Suvarnaprashan has been trusted for centuries to enhance cognitive function and build resilience, particularly in children.

Gavyaveda Pure Ghee: Ghee is the essence of Indian cuisine and Ayurveda. Gavyaveda’s pure cow ghee is known for its unparalleled purity, aiding digestion, boosting immunity, and serving as a powerful antioxidant.

Gavyaveda Panchgavya Gugal Nazar Rakshak Dhoop: With ingredients like guggul and pure cow-derived materials, this incense helps purify the air while providing spiritual protection. It is particularly effective in cleansing negative energies.

Gavyaveda Activated Charcoal Manjan: Combining the power of activated charcoal with cow-derived ingredients, this tooth powder ensures oral hygiene and detoxification in one go.

These products are not only effective but also represent a deep understanding of how to combine ancient Ayurvedic ingredients with modern needs, ensuring Gavyaveda’s place as the trusted wellness partner for millions.

Trusted by Billions

The reason Gavyaveda resonates with billions worldwide is simple: it delivers results without compromising on purity. In a market filled with synthetic alternatives and diluted promises, Gavyaveda has maintained an unwavering focus on the consumer’s well-being. From the ingredients to the packaging, every element is designed to promote good health and balance.

Consumers trust Gavyaveda because the brand embodies more than just products—it represents a way of life that encourages holistic health. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your immunity, detoxify your body, or rejuvenate your skin, Gavyaveda’s extensive range of Ayurvedic products offers something for everyone.

The Future of Wellness

As wellness continues to evolve, Gavyaveda remains at the forefront by embracing innovation without losing sight of its roots. The brand’s research and development teams work tirelessly to ensure each new product meets the highest standards of quality while maintaining the integrity of ancient Ayurvedic traditions.

Furthermore, Gavyaveda continues to expand its product line, introducing innovative offerings that cater to the ever-growing global interest in Ayurveda. As it reaches new markets and attracts new generations of health-conscious individuals, one thing remains certain: Gavyaveda is not just India’s No. 1 Ayurvedic brand—it is a global leader in wellness.

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[venkateshwara-group1998]

Shri Venkateshwara University celebrated World Food day by hosting a seminar focused on promoting organic farming techniques.

On the occasion of World Food day, Shri Venkateshwara University/Institute organized  a seminar on the topic ‘Strategies to enhance soil organic carbon for food security ‘

The School of Agriculture Sciences hosted the 1 day national seminar that saw the participation of over a dozen agriculture scientists from all over the country.

Dr Yashbir Singh Shivay, Principal Scientist IARI Pusa & among the top 5 agriculture scientists in the world, was the Chief Guest at the event.

The Venkateshwara Group Founder President Dr Sudhir Giri, Pro Chancellor Dr Rajeev Tyagi, & the CG Dr Yashbir Singh inaugurated the event by lighting a lamp to Goddess Saraswati.  

The VC Dr Krishna Kant Dave & the Agriculture Dean Dr TP Singh joined them to unveil the seminar on strategies to enhance soil organic carbon for food security.

The Agriculture students vowed to promote organic farming by showcasing various stalls about organic millets & food items.

The CG, along with the management, felicitated the winners by presenting them a memento for their excellent models promoting organic farming techniques.

The Venkateshwara Group Founder President Dr Sudhir Giri reiterated we can realize the dream of a Healthy India- Prosperous India through organic farming & green revolution only.

The Chief Guest, Dr Yashbir Singh Shivay, asserted our health primarily depends on the health of the soil.

Soil fertility is declining because of the unregulated use of chemical fertilizers. This poses health risks like cancer, ulcers, and other diseases caused by continuous chemical and fertilizer use in food.

To address this, a transition back to organic farming is needed to preserve soil fertility and protect our health.

We should include millets and chemical free food ingredients in our diet. To increase the yield of crops, we should replace chemical fertilizers with organic manure prepared from cow dung, urine, jaggery & dried leaves.

Dr Rajeev Tyagi, the Pro Chancellor, highlighted that farmers in UP west can avail free soil testing at Venkateshwara starting from February through the newly established Soil Testing Lab.

The seminar was addressed by several distinguished individuals. These included the Pro Chancellor, Dr. Rajeev Tyagi, former VC of Pantnagar Agriculture University and Kumaun University, Dr. VPS Arora.

Also speaking at the seminar were Principal Scientist of SPU, Dr. Yashveer Singh, VC, Dr. Krishna Kant Dave, and the Chief Organizer, Dr. TP Singh.

Those present included the Registrar Dr Piyush Pandey, Dean Agriculture Dr TP Singh, Dr CP Singh, Dr Abhishek Singh, Dr Mata Prasad, Dr Laxmikant, Dr Jyoti Singh, & Dr Vinay K Singh.

Dr Sheshnath Mishra, Dr Varun Tripathi, Dr Aashiya Wahid, Dr Chandrakant, Dr Kaushal Kumar, & Udit Tiwari were all present.

The Meerut Campus Director, Dr Pratap Singh, was present along with the Media Incharge, Mr. Vishwas Rana, among others.

Dr Jyoti Singh compered the program extremely well.

[drcare4u]

From Skin Health to Digestive Support

Cow urine, known as “gomutra” in Ayurveda, has been cherished for centuries for its therapeutic benefits. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is considered a potent nectar with a variety of health advantages, stemming from an ancient Indian healing system that places great value on its restorative properties.In India, cow urine holds immense cultural and religious significance, as cows are worshipped and…

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The Story Behind Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust

India's rich cultural and spiritual heritage is deeply intertwined with the reverence of cows, which have held a sacred position in Hinduism for millennia. Protecting and nurturing these divine creatures is seen not only as a religious duty but also as a way to promote harmony with nature and support sustainable living. The Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust was established with this very mission in mind��to safeguard and preserve India’s indigenous cow breeds while promoting ethical and sustainable practices that benefit the environment, agriculture, and rural livelihoods.

The Genesis of the Trust

The Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust was founded in the temple town of Tirupati, a place revered for its spiritual significance and home to the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. This sacred connection has shaped the core philosophy of the trust, which views cow protection as an act of devotion to Lord Venkateswara.

The trust’s journey began as a response to the alarming decline in the population of India’s native cow breeds, driven by the rise of industrial farming and exotic, high-yielding cattle. Recognizing the ecological and cultural importance of indigenous cows, a group of passionate devotees, environmentalists, and community leaders came together to form the trust. Their aim was clear: to protect the native breeds, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and uplift rural communities dependent on cattle for their livelihoods.

The Mission and Vision

At its core, the mission of the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust is “Gau Seva”—service to cows. This encompasses not only the physical care of cows but also the spiritual and cultural preservation of India’s relationship with these gentle animals. The trust strives to protect and nurture indigenous breeds that have been historically adapted to Indian climates, ensuring that they continue to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

The trust's vision extends beyond just the protection of cows. It aims to foster a symbiotic relationship between cows, humans, and the environment. Through this, the trust envisions a future where traditional farming practices are rejuvenated, rural communities are empowered, and ecological balance is restored.

Key Initiatives of Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust

1. Goshalas for Indigenous Breeds

One of the primary functions of the trust is to maintain Goshalas (cow shelters) where native cow breeds are housed, cared for, and nurtured. These shelters are more than just places of refuge; they serve as centers for education and research on how to improve the breeding, health, and management of these cows. The trust currently shelters thousands of cows across several facilities, ensuring that even unproductive or aging cows receive lifelong care.

2. Conservation of Native Cow Breeds

India is home to more than 40 recognized native cow breeds, each uniquely adapted to local conditions. Unfortunately, many of these breeds are on the brink of extinction. The trust is committed to the conservation and revival of these endangered breeds, focusing on selective breeding programs that aim to preserve their genetic purity. Through partnerships with research institutions and veterinary experts, the trust has developed effective breeding practices that ensure the survival of these valuable breeds.

3. Organic Farming and Panchagavya Promotion

The trust actively promotes the use of cow-derived products in organic farming. Indigenous cow dung and urine are essential ingredients in Panchagavya, a traditional natural fertilizer used in organic farming. This holistic approach to farming is not only sustainable but also helps improve soil fertility, reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers, and restore ecological balance. The trust encourages farmers to adopt these practices, providing them with training and resources to switch to organic methods.

4. Empowering Rural Communities

A critical aspect of the trust’s work is its focus on rural development. By providing indigenous cows to farmers and training them in sustainable agriculture, the trust helps create livelihoods that are both ecologically and economically sustainable. Farmers are encouraged to engage in dairy farming, organic fertilizer production, and natural pest control methods, all of which are rooted in traditional practices. This empowerment creates a self-sustaining cycle of growth and support within rural communities, reducing poverty and promoting economic resilience.

5. Education and Awareness

Education is at the heart of the trust’s efforts. Through workshops, seminars, and outreach programs, the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust spreads awareness about the importance of cow protection, organic farming, and environmental conservation. The trust works closely with schools, universities, and agricultural organizations to instill a sense of responsibility toward indigenous cows and their role in a sustainable future.

The Spiritual Significance of Cow Protection

For the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust, cow protection is not just about environmental sustainability or agricultural productivity—it is a spiritual practice. Cows are revered as sacred beings in Hinduism, symbolizing non-violence, selflessness, and the nurturing aspect of nature. By protecting cows, devotees believe they are directly serving Lord Venkateswara and ensuring the prosperity of future generations.

The trust integrates this spiritual philosophy into its daily operations. Many of the goshalas have temples where regular prayers are offered to the cows, and festivals like Gopashtami are celebrated with devotion. The spiritual dimension of the trust’s work serves as a powerful motivator for both its members and the broader community to engage in cow protection.

Looking Toward the Future

As the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust continues its work, it faces both opportunities and challenges. With growing awareness about the environmental and ethical issues surrounding industrial farming, there is renewed interest in the revival of indigenous breeds and traditional agricultural practices. However, the trust must also navigate the practical challenges of scaling up its initiatives, securing funding, and ensuring that its message reaches a wider audience.

The trust’s leadership is optimistic about the future. With a dedicated team of volunteers, supporters, and farmers, they are confident that their mission will not only preserve India’s native cow breeds but also foster a more sustainable, ethical, and harmonious relationship between humans and nature.

Conclusion

The story of the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust is a testament to the power of faith, tradition, and community in driving meaningful change. By championing the cause of cow protection and sustainable agriculture, the trust is playing a crucial role in preserving India’s cultural heritage while addressing modern challenges like environmental degradation and rural poverty.

In a world that is increasingly disconnected from nature, the trust’s work serves as a reminder that sometimes, the answers to our most pressing problems lie in the wisdom of the past. Through its unwavering commitment to cow protection, the Venkateswara Gosamrakshana Trust is leading the way toward a more sustainable, compassionate, and balanced future.

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Exploring Cow Urine in Indian Culture Tradition or Myth

Delve into the controversial topic of cow urine in Indian culture. Is it tradition or myth? Explore the use of cow urine in alternative medicine and its potential impact. You know, when we talk about cow urine in India, it’s a topic that stirs up a lot of emotions and opinions. For many, it’s deeply rooted in cultural and religious beliefs. The cow, revered in Hinduism, symbolizes purity, motherhood, and non-violence. It’s not just about the animal; it’s about what it represents. Some folks believe that cow urine has medicinal properties, claiming it can heal ailments. And while that might sound strange to some, it’s a practice based on ancient texts and Ayurvedic traditions. Now, let’s clear the air: not every Hindu or nationalist is drinking cow urine. In fact, even prominent figures like Prime Minister Modi don’t necessarily partake in this. It’s more prevalent in certain areas, especially in the Hindi belt, and often promoted by specific groups. It’s fascinating how tradition and belief can shape practices, but it’s crucial to remember that this isn’t the whole story of Hinduism or nationalism.

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The Divine Benefits of Desi Cows: A Comprehensive Guide

In the rich tapestry of Indian culture, the cow holds a place of reverence and spiritual significance. Particularly, the Desi cow, native to India, is celebrated not just for its divine status but also for the multitude of benefits it offers to humans, animals, and the environment. This article delves into the profound advantages of Desi cows, contrasting them with exotic foreign breeds, and emphasizes why these gentle beings are integral to a healthy and prosperous life.

The Distinctive Features of Desi Cows

Outer Appearance and Sound Desi cows are easily recognizable by the distinctive hump on their backs, a trait absent in exotic foreign breeds. This hump is not just a physical feature but is believed to be a conduit of divine energy. Additionally, Desi cows possess a feathery, hanging neck and produce a sound that resonates with the sacred vibrations of “OM” and “Amba,” which are names of the divine. In stark contrast, foreign cows lack these features and are said to produce a harsh, unholy sound.

The Health Benefits of Desi Cow Products

A2 Milk: A Source of Vitality One of the most celebrated attributes of Desi cows is their A2 category milk, known for its superior health benefits. Unlike the A1 milk produced by foreign breeds, which has been linked to various health issues including cancer, Desi cow milk is a powerhouse of nutrition. It boosts immunity, sharpens the brain, and is a key ingredient in Ayurvedic medicine. Products derived from this milk, such as curd, buttermilk, and ghee, are revered for their medicinal and nutritional values, aiding in the fight against diabetes and other chronic ailments.

The Magic of Gobar (Cow Dung) and Gaumutra (Cow Urine) Desi cow dung and urine are not merely byproducts but are considered sacred substances with exceptional medicinal properties. Cow dung is rich in minerals and is used to create organic fertilizers that enhance soil fertility and productivity. It is also known to cure liver damage and other ailments. Gaumutra, on the other hand, is hailed as a super medicine with anti-cancerous properties, playing a crucial role in organic farming as a natural pesticide and fertilizer.

Emotional and Spiritual Significance

The Emotional Bond of Desi Cows Desi cows are known for their deep emotional connections, especially with their calves. If a calf dies, a Desi cow may stop producing milk and refuse to eat or drink, showcasing its profound sensitivity. This emotional depth is believed to be transferred to those who consume its milk, fostering loyalty, respect, and duty towards elders and teachers. In contrast, foreign cows, which continue to produce milk even after the loss of a calf, are considered emotionally detached, and their milk is thought to impart similar traits to its consumers.

Spiritual Benefits and Eternal Bliss One of the many names of Lord Krishna is Gopal, meaning “one who cares for cows.” This connection highlights the spiritual importance of serving Gaumata (Mother Cow). Serving and caring for Desi cows is believed to bring health, wealth, prosperity, and eternal bliss. The sacred products of Desi cows, especially the Panchagavya (a blend of milk, curd, ghee, gobar, and gaumutra), are used in religious rituals and Yagyas (sacrificial rituals), believed to appease the 33 crore deities residing within the cow.

Environmental and Agricultural Benefits

Sustaining the Environment Desi cows play a pivotal role in maintaining environmental balance. Unlike other animals, they are said to inhale and exhale oxygen, purifying the air around them. Their dung and urine further contribute to environmental health by enriching the soil and promoting organic farming, which is crucial in an age dominated by chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

A Pillar of Organic Farming Desi cows are the backbone of sustainable agriculture. The organic fertilizers made from their dung and urine not only improve soil health but also ensure that the food produced is free from harmful chemicals. This approach is essential for building a strong, healthy nation.

The Healing Power of Cow Cuddling

Therapeutic Benefits In addition to their physical and spiritual offerings, Desi cows also provide emotional and psychological healing. Practices such as cow cuddling, which involves touching, hugging, and breathing alongside a cow, have been found to alleviate respiratory diseases, lower blood pressure, relieve spinal pain, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. This ancient practice, once embraced by Lord Krishna himself, offers a natural remedy for the stresses of modern life.

Conclusion

Desi cows are not just animals; they are divine beings that contribute to the well-being of all creation. From their nourishing A2 milk to their emotionally rich nature, from their role in organic farming to their ability to heal and purify, Desi cows are an indispensable part of our lives. By recognizing and embracing the myriad benefits they offer, we can lead healthier, more prosperous lives and achieve a deeper connection with the divine.

Let us honor and protect these sacred creatures, as their well-being directly influences the well-being of humanity and the planet.

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Soma ... exacts self-discipline of the priests, a long initiation and training: it is, for proper exploitation, an affair of a priestly elite. But the possible role of Stropharia cubensis growing in the dung of cattle in the lives of the lower orders remains to this day wholly unexplored. Is S. cubensis responsible for the elevation of the cow to a sacred status? And for the inclusion of the urine and dung of cows in the pancagavya (the Vedic sacrifice)? And was that a contributing reason for abandoning Soma? Given the ecological conditions prevailing in the Indus Valley and Kashmir, only a few of the Indo-Europeans could know by personal experience the secret of the Divine Herb. The cult of Soma must have been shaped by the peculiar circumstances prevailing in the area, but ultimately those circumstances must have doomed that cult. Today it lives on in India only as an intense and glowing memory of an ancient rite.

Terence McKenna, Food of the Gods

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5 Tips for Back pain relief

Low back pain is a very common complaint in adults and old aged people. Due to predominance of jobs requiring prolonged sitting, unhealthy dietary habits, improper posture, poor bone healthy, lack of physical activities and smoking, the incidence of low backache has increased significantly. It is one of the major causes for absence from work.

Low back ache generally improves with rest and medication over a period of days to week. But if it doesn't improve for weeks, it is a matter of concern and it requires evaluation by experts.

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What are Warning signs for back pain?

Low back pain is generally mild and resolves in few days to weeks but there are few warning signs which point towards a serious problem.

Persistent pain: Back pain which doesn't improve after treatment even after several weeks of treatment points towards some serious causes.

Shooting pain: Back pain which shoots to other parts of the body like legs, soles, forwards points towards nerve compression.

Associated with inability to control urine or pass urine.

Associated with weakness- inability to move your foot or legs.

Associated with tingling sensation or numbness in your limbs

Fever, weight loss, pain which doesn't improve with rest point towards grave issues.

History of cancer

History of TB

History of trauma

If you have one or more of these warning signs, a a Neurosurgery consultation is required.

What structures of the spine are involved in causing pain?

The pain in the back may be caused by

Muscular pain: This is the most common cause of back pain, caused by improper sleeping, improper weight lifting, improper posture, high velocity sports. This requires medication and few days of rest.

Discogenic pain: when there is an extrusion of the disc it causes pain. Low grade disc herniations require rest followed by physiotherapy.

Neurogenic pain: This happens when there is nerve impingement due to disc extrusion or narrowing of foramen, there is sharp shooting pain which radiates to one or both legs.

What activities are good for spine?

Less intense aerobic exercises like walking, Jogging help in reducing the body weight.

Strength training improves the bone health and improves spine health. But care must be taken to ensure appropriate posture while lifting as wrong posture can lead to injuries.

Swimming is considered ideal exercise for spine.

Incase of old-age or in degenerative diseases of spine, back strengthening exercises are sufficient, these include

Ankle toe movements

Stretching at all joints

Cat - Cow exercises

Pelvic bridges

Single leg bridges

Spine extension exercises

Glutes Isometrics

Superman position

Side plank

How to prevent Back Pain

Regular exercise : Regular aerobic exercise is associated with less incidence of Low back pain. Sedentary lifestyle, with prolonged sitting is linked to higher incidence of low back pain.

Posture: A good posture maintenance, while sitting, and during all activities ensures healthy spine.

Healthy diet: A good diet rich in vitamins, minerals, esp. calcium, Vit-D is essential for bone healthy and spine health.

Avoiding smoking: Smoking is linked to worsening of spine health and accelerated degeneration of the spine.

Body weight: Higher body weight, with higher BMI is a very serious risk factor for degeneration of spine