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What is Bodhi Day? And when do Buddhists celebrate it?

Bodhi Day is a Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day Siddhartha Gautama attained awakening or enlightenment and became the Buddha 2,600 years ago

The Independent UK

How sacred images in many Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come 'alive'

Walking into a favorite restaurant here in Knoxville, Tennessee, I was immediately greeted by a golden statue of Buddha, its sparkling gemstone eyes meeting my own as I made my way through the door. The aromas of Thai curries beckoned, but as I was led to a table, I kept…

The Conversation

History fades as rising sea levels slowly destroy Thailand’s temple murals

Saltwater damage could see precious historical Buddhist artworks dating back hundreds of years slowly fade entirely from view

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Vietnamese spiritual leader urges India to start peace dialogue between Myanmar junta and rebels

Venerable Dr. Lam urges India to intervene in Myanmar conflict, citing Buddhism as a tool for peace. Believes Buddha's message of kindness & compassion can end hatred & violence.

The Hindu

The 32 Best Celebrity Met Gala Gowns of All Time

The biggest fashion event of the year has seen some of the biggest gowns.

Marie Claire

Keralathaara - a glimpse into the past

The Hindu

‘The Buddha was a master teacher who catered his message for different audiences,’ says author Douglas Ober

‘Dust on the Throne’ offers a new perspective on the history and revival of Buddhism in India. Douglas Ober, an honorary research associate in the Centre for India and South Asia Research, questions the modernist view of the Buddha, and the prevalence of ritual practice and animist cults among early…

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Ladakh’s Sindhu River exists in spiritual consciousness of all Indians: President Murmu

The President said the people of this region were known for bravery and their faith in Buddha.

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Buddha’s holy Relics enshrined at Buddhavanam

At Nagarjunasagar, Telangana, holy relics of Buddha and eight Arhants were enshrined in Mahastupa in a ceremonial procession led by Buddhist monks. Bollywood actor Gagan Malik handed over the relics to the Mallepalli Laxmaiah, Special Officer of Buddhavanam Project.

The Hindu

‘Results of Assembly elections in five States will force Modi-led govt. to introspect’

AICC President Kharge accused BJP of using ED to demoralise Congress leaders. He said the five State Assembly election results would force the Modi-led govt. to introspect. Kharge attacked BJP for ED raids & notice to CM Gehlot's son. He asserted that Congress will fight against misuse of agencies in…

The Hindu

I’m raising my child to live a spiritual life – I want her to inherit my values, not my rocky relationship with mental health

I wanted to help my daughter navigate the choppy waters of adolescence. It started with creating our own ritual

The Guardian - AU

“I don’t think Ashoka’s dharma is a simple recasting of the Buddhist dharma,” says author Patrick Olivelle

Author Patrick Olivelle’s new book talks of Ashoka, the great Mauryan emperor, who extended the empire across the Indian subcontinent. He was a trailblazer, a king, a moral philosopher, and an ecumenist. He developed the concept of dharma, which was influenced by Buddhism but went beyond it. He sought more…

The Hindu

Security measure ensures no untoward incident during Mahisha Utsava

Police avert Mysurua face-off between BJP and Mahisha Dasara organisers. Prohibitory orders imposed, Chamundi Hills out of bounds. Mahisha Utsava held peacefully at Town Hall to reclaim history. Speakers argued Mahisha was Buddhist king, Buddha despised by Brahmins. Jnanaprakash said Buddhism had transformative power. Event also to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar's…

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh’s Bojjannakonda gets major facelift to draw more tourists

Centuries-old Bojjannakonda likely to draw tourists from across the world. Central govt. sanctioned ₹7.30 crore for landscaping & tourist amenities. Andhra Pradesh govt. allotted 2.5-acre site for meditation centre & landscaping.

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Unusual heist: INR 12.5 crore ancient Buddha statue stolen from US Art Gallery!

It is reported that the centuries-old Japanese bronze Buddha statue, valued at $1.5 million (approximately INR 12.5 crore), was stolen from an art gallery in Los Angeles last week. The Los Angeles Police Department has reported that the 250-pound (114 kg) bronze sculpture was stolen on September 18 from the…

The Guardian - US

Police investigate heist of $1.5m Buddha statue from California gallery

The Barakat Gallery reported the theft of the 250lb bronze statue, which the director alleges took place after it was ‘scoped out’

The Hindu

Team from Buddhavanam project visits Buddhist rock caves in Sri Lanka

The Independent UK

Lahaina residents brace for what they'll find as they return to devastated properties in burn zone

Lahaina residents are bracing for what they'll find when they return to the ruins of their homes after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century killed at least 97 people and destroyed thousands of buildings

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'Don't say anything about it': why so many LGBTQIA+ Buddhists feel pressure to hide their identities

More than half of Australia’s LGBTQIA+ Buddhists feel reluctant to “come out” to their Buddhist communities and nearly one in six have been told directly that being LGBTQIA+ isn’t in keeping with the Buddha’s teachings.

The Hindu

Opposing Sanatana Dharma is only about bringing equality, says DSS leader

DSS members support Tamil Nadu and Karnataka Ministers' statement on Sanatana Dharma, saying it is as dangerous as AIDS and leprosy and should be eradicated. They cite Buddha, Basaveshwara, Periyar Ramasamy, Ambedkar and Sahu Maharaj's ideologies of equality. DSS also condemns the killing of Dabholkar, Pansare, Kalburgi and Lankesh for…

The Hindu

A New York spotlight for Buddhist artefacts from Telangana’s Phanigiri

Phanigiri Buddhist site, near Hyderabad, is a significant find of Buddhist iconography. 125 objects from 200BCE-400CE are on display at The Met in NYC. The thoranas found there show co-existence of Mahayana & Hinayana sects. Evidence of deification of Buddha also found. Exhibition at The Met till Nov 2023; pieces…

Reason

"Myanmar's Junta Arrests Swiss Filmmaker, 13 Cast Members for Defaming Buddhism"

Radio Free Asia reports: [The defendants] are accused of insulting Buddhist cultural traditions and the morals of Buddhist monks, according to state media. Authorities haven't specified under which law they would be prosecuted…. The film, titled "Don't Expect Anything," portrays the message that it is meaningless to worship Buddha images…

The Independent UK

Swiss national arrested in military-ruled Myanmar for allegedly insulting Buddhism in film

A Swiss citizen has been arrested in military-ruled Myanmar for creating a film that allegedly insulted Buddhism

The Conversation

Can a Buddhist eat meat? It's complicated

Some Buddhists are strictly vegetarian, and others eat meat. Both justify their positions on the basis of Buddhist texts and teachings.

The Hindu

‘Our education system is the reason for increasing concern about Kannada’s survival in Bengaluru’

Poet, translator, and academic H.S. Venkatesha Murthy, who released his autobiography recently in Bengaluru, talks about the literary tradition of Kannada and concerns about language’s survival in Bengaluru .

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