Dhurandhar Film Declared Tax-Free in Ladakh
The Ladakh administration grants tax-free status to the Marathi film 'Dhurandhar' for 2026, aiming to boost tourism and cultural ties. Discover the film's plot and official announcement details.
The Ladakh administration grants tax-free status to the Marathi film 'Dhurandhar' for 2026, aiming to boost tourism and cultural ties. Discover the film's plot and official announcement details.
PM Modi inaugurates the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics in Delhi, a historic event reuniting repatriated artifacts after a century. Explore Buddha's legacy.
Newly appointed Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra addresses statehood demands and ecological concerns. He stresses preserving the region's civilisational history of peace. Read more.
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates 'The Light & the Lotus' exposition of sacred Piprahwa Buddha relics in Delhi. A historic display of repatriated treasures and India's Buddhist heritage.
The excavation of a 2,000-year-old Buddhist site in Baramulla's Zehanpora highlights Kashmir's pivotal role in ancient Indian civilization and global Buddhism. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Recent archaeological finds in Baramulla's Zehanpora confirm Kashmir's pivotal role as a launchpad for Mahayana Buddhism. Discover how this region shaped the intellectual and spiritual history of Asia.
Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee launches its 2026 annual calendar, detailing development projects for pilgrims and featuring stunning visuals of the Mahabodhi Mahavihara. Explore the enhancements.
Ladakh's LG announces a new transparent, time-bound recruitment policy, eliminating backdoor appointments and setting a national standard for fair government hiring.
Archaeologists uncover a Kushan-era Buddhist complex in north India's Zehanpora, revealing the valley's lost role in ancient trade and spirituality. Explore the story that began in a French museum.
South Korea's youth are turning Buddhism into a lifestyle trend, led by CEO Joo Yeo-jin. Discover how ancient wisdom meets modern culture, with expos drawing 400,000 young visitors. Read more.
PM Modi reveals a photograph of ancient Buddhist stupas found in France, showcasing Kashmir's rich cultural heritage and historical significance as a global knowledge hub.
Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor announces steps to operationalise five new districts, enhancing governance and public service delivery in the remote Union Territory. Read more.
A senior member of the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council warns of a 'highly dismal' security situation for religious minorities. Read the full report on escalating concerns.
More than 1000 devotees from Tibet and NE India join the Sakya Monlam prayer gathering in Bodh Gaya, led by Trichen Rinpoche. Prayers for universal peace continue until Jan 3. Read more.
Explore how the new Nalanda University campus in Bihar blends ancient wisdom with modern sustainability, creating a global 'net-zero' hub for learning and community empowerment. Discover its unique architecture and mission.
A 24-year-old Hindu man was brutally killed in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council condemns the attack, demanding justice and security for minorities.
Dense fog in North India forced three flights to Gaya and Varanasi to divert to Kolkata on Thursday, while a Varanasi-Kolkata flight was cancelled. Several passengers were Buddhist pilgrims. Read for details and weather warnings.
India and Nepal held their second joint tourism meeting in Pokhara, focusing on boosting cross-border travel, enhancing connectivity, and promoting Buddhist and adventure circuits. Discover the key outcomes.
Karnataka's Minority Welfare Department is set to review a proposal for a monthly honorarium for Buddhist monks, similar to the scheme for Jain archakas. Learn the details and implications.
Archaeologists pay tribute to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman director general, on her 100th birth anniversary. Discover her legacy, including the Diamond Triangle excavations and the golden Buddha casket find.
Malaysia's Sunyatee International Foundation makes headway in restoring ancient Indian sutras taken to China. Texts translated into multiple languages and preserved on waterproof palm leaves. Read more.
Archaeologists & historians paid tributes to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman DG, on her 100th birth anniversary. Her work unearthed Odisha's Diamond Triangle & Buddha relics. Read about her legacy.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 125 crucial infrastructure projects built by BRO in Ladakh, boosting connectivity and security. Read about the strategic developments.
A spontaneous trip to Ladakh's Pangong Lake reveals stunning beauty and harsh, freezing realities. Read this travelogue on preparing for the extreme climate of one of India's most iconic destinations.
Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou sees devotees using phones for digital blessings. A unique fusion of ancient faith and modern tech sparks global debate. Discover the full story here.
Over 20,000 monks, nuns, and devotees from 22+ countries unite in Bodh Gaya for the 11-day International Tipitaka Chanting. PM Modi highlights India's efforts to preserve Buddhist heritage. Read more.
In a heartbreaking incident in Nanded, a teenage girl performed wedding rituals with her murdered boyfriend's body after her family allegedly killed him over their inter-caste relationship. Read the full story.
Beloved voice actor Tony Germano passes away at 55 after a fatal fall at his São Paulo residence. Remembering his legacy in animation and theatre. Read more.
Supreme Court directs Law Commission to examine plea challenging Hindu laws' application to Buddhists. Article 25 includes Buddhists in Hindu definition. Read latest developments.
Five days after Buddhist monk Indrabonsho Bhikkhu Mahathero's brutal murder in Tinsukia, police investigation stalls. Three Buddhist organizations demand time-bound probe. Read latest updates.