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The Buddhist Channel, 13 July 2025
New Delhi, India -- On Sunday, July 13, 2025, the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) hosted a day-long conference at the Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi to commemorate the 90th birth anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. The event was attended by a capacity crowd of 600 participants.
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The Buddhist Channel, 13 July 2025
Horana, Sri Lanka -- On June 29, 2025, a historic and spiritually significant event took place at the Dekanduwala Bhikkhuni Training Centre in Horana, Sri Lanka, with the higher ordination (Upasampadā) of Ven. Ariyavimalanī Bhikkhunī. The ceremony marked the culmination of her years of dedicated Dhamma practice and monastic training under the Ariya Monastic and Laity Training Programme, reflecting her profound commitment, spiritual maturity, and unwavering discipline.
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The Buddhist Channel, 29 June 2025
Colombo, Sri Lanka -- In a historic move, Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court has finally granted full recognition to Buddhist nuns - known as bhikkhunis - declaring them equal to male monks. This landmark decision is a major step forward for gender equality in Theravada Buddhism, a tradition where women have long fought for equal standing.
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The Buddhist Channel, June 8, 2025
Sarnath, Varanasi -- The Garden of Spiritual Wisdom, located behind the Chaukhandi Stupa in Sarnath, has become a notable destination for those seeking reflection and learning. The garden integrates elements of Buddhist teachings and India’s spiritual traditions, offering visitors a space for contemplation.
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The Buddhist Channel, May 4, 2025
New Delhi, India -- In a move set to bolster religious tourism, Air India (AI), under the Tata Group, has announced the launch of daily flights to Gaya (GAY), a gateway to the revered Buddhist pilgrimage site of Bodh Gaya. The new service, commencing September 1, 2025, will make Gaya Air India’s 46th domestic destination and the only full-service route to the spiritually significant city.
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Op-Ed, the Buddhist Channel, 24 Feb 2025
Bodhgaya, Bihar (India) -- Buddhists began a hunger strike on February 12 at the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya to protest Brahmin rituals being conducted at the site. The hunger strike is moving into its 13th day.
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Op-Ed, The Buddhist Channel, 23 February 2025
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- Sri Lanka, once a beacon of Buddhist civilization in Asia, now finds itself navigating the complex terrain between preserving its spiritual heritage and pursuing economic development. This tension need not be oppositional. Its ancient rulers supported both spiritual and material development by promoting Buddhism while advancing infrastructure.
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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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