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At the BRICS Summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Russian translation of the Tirukkural to Russian President Vladimir Putin. This moment was one of pride for the Jain community. Revered as one of the greatest classics of Tamil literature, the Tirukkural holds a distinguished place within the Jain scriptural tradition, with its profound emphasis on ethics, virtue, and moral conduct. Its presence on such a prominent international diplomatic platform stands as a powerful testament to the enduring depth and global resonance of Jain contributions to India’s literary and intellectual heritage. s
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The Speak Up section in this edition features an article titled “Ayodhya: The Primal Capital of Human Civilization – A Jain Perspective” by Mr. Harshit Mishra, Research Associate, ISJS.
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