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The Buddhist Channel, 17 Dec 2024
Leh, Ladakh (India) -- The Ladakh Buddhist Association is advocating for the inclusion of Bhoti, a language spoken across the Himalayan region, in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution. They argue Bhoti's Sanskrit script connects Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh, and its recognition is crucial.
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The Buddhist Channel, 10 December 2024
Lumbini, Nepal -- The sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini, came alive on Sunday, December 8, 2024, as it hosted the second India-Nepal Cultural Festival. Celebrating the deep cultural and spiritual ties between the two neighbors, the event spotlighted their shared Buddhist heritage while fostering collaboration in culture and tourism.
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The Buddhist Channel, 19 November 2024
New Delhi, India -- In the heart of central India, in a small city named Gondia, Rahul Dongre grew up amidst a tapestry of cultural diversity. Surrounded by Muslim neighbors and educated in Christian and Hindu schools, his upbringing was a reflection of India’s multicultural spirit. Despite being from a Buddhist family, Rahul admits that Buddhist practices were not deeply ingrained in his early life due to the lack of a Buddhist community nearby. However, life had other plans for him.
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The Buddhist Channel, 18 November 2024
Colombo, Sri Lanka -- The Kathina season in Sri Lanka is a deeply cherished time for lay Buddhists and the monastic community alike, marking the culmination of Vassa (the monastic rains retreat) and the traditional offering of the cheevara (robe) to monks.
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The Buddhist Channel, 13 November 2024
New Delhi, India -- In a groundbreaking convergence of Buddhist leaders, scholars, and policymakers, the First Asian Buddhist Summit convened in New Delhi from November 5-6, 2024. Organized by India's Ministry of Culture and the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), the summit bore the theme “Role of Buddha Dhamma in Strengthening Asia” and saw participation from 32 countries, bringing together over 160 international attendees among a larger audience of approximately 700.
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by Kooi F. Lim, Op-Ed, The Buddhist Channel, 4 November 2024
Rajgir, India -- The historic Nalanda University has taken a momentous step in appointing its first Buddhist Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Siddharth Singh. This decision marks a new chapter in Nalanda's modern legacy, honoring its ancient roots as one of Buddhism's most significant centers of learning.
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The Buddhist Channel, 26 October 2024
Bihar, India -- The Government of India has appointed Professor Siddharth Singh, a senior professor from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), as the Vice Chancellor of Nava Nalanda Mahavihara (NNM) University, under the Ministry of Culture. This appointment, officially announced on October 18, 2024, marks a significant milestone for the institution, which is dedicated to Buddhist education and research.
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The Buddhist Channel, 26 Oct 2024
New Delhi, India -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi delivered a special address at the International Abhidhamma Divas ceremony at Vigyan Bhavan on 17 October 2024, highlighting the enduring significance of Lord Buddha’s teachings and celebrating the Government of India’s recent recognition of Pali as a classical language. This recognition honors the language in which Buddha shared his teachings and marks a historic moment for the Buddhist community.
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by Kooi F. Lim, The Buddhist Channel, 6 October 2024
New Delhi, India -- On October 3, 2024, the Union Cabinet of India made a historic announcement, granting classical language status to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. This designation comes with far-reaching implications for the preservation, promotion, and revitalization of these ancient languages, all of which are deeply intertwined with India’s rich cultural, spiritual, intellectual, and Buddhist history.
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AP, 25 July 2024
KATHMANDU, Nepal -- The United Nations’ cultural agency decided Thursday against putting the Buddhist pilgrimage destination of Lumbini on its list of heritage sites in danger, instead giving authorities in Nepal more time to help restore the famous gardens and temple that are falling into disrepair.
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