India to Host Asian Buddhist Summit to Address Contemporary Buddhist Issues
Justin Whitaker
5 November 2024
The summit will highlight Indian Buddhist history and deepen bonds with nearby countries in Southeast Asia
Engaged Buddhism: FPMT Celebrates Supporting More Than 1,500 Young Students in 2024
Craig Lewis
1 November 2024
The Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition shared that it has helped more than 1,500 students in India and Nepal to receive an education.
Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery, Founded by Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, Celebrates its 25th Anniversary
Craig Lewis
23 October 2024
Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery in Himachal Pradesh marked the 25th anniversary of its founding on 17 October.
IBC Celebrates International Abhidhamma Day in New Delhi
Justin Whitaker
22 October 2024
Narendra Modi addressed the celebration in person as he and others praised the recent Indian moves to promote the Pali language
Engaged Buddhism: INEB to Hold 21st Biennial Conference “Buddhist Heritage: Toward Inclusive Societies” in Chennai
Craig Lewis
18 October 2024
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) has announced that it will hold its 21st biennial conference in Chennai from 22 November–3 December.
The British Library’s “A Silk Road Oasis” – Mélodie Doumy’s Exploration of Dunhuang’s Cultural Convergence
Raymond Lam
10 October 2024
British Library curator Mélodie Doumy reveals the secrets of real, lived stories of people from the desert town of Dunhuang
India Recognizes Pali as a Classical Language, Highlighting Its Cultural and Religious Significance
Justin Whitaker
8 October 2024
Scholars and Buddhist leaders hope that the move will drive greater study of the language around the world
Engaged Buddhism: Lotus Outreach Announces Fundraiser for International Day of the Girl
Craig Lewis
7 October 2024
Lotus Outreach, founded by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, has announced a fundraiser to coincide with the International Day of the Girl on 11 October.
Engaged Buddhism: Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena Launches Menstrual Hygiene Program in Ladakh
Craig Lewis
4 October 2024
Venerable Bhikkhu Sanghasena, founder of the Mahabodhi International Meditation Center, recently launched a menstrual hygiene initiative in Ladakh.
Tibetan Nuns Project Announces Results of the 2024 Geshema Exams for Buddhist Nuns
Craig Lewis
30 September 2024
The Tibetan Nuns Project (TNP) has announced the examination results for the record 144 Buddhist nuns who underwent the 2024 geshema examination process.
Esteemed Palyul Teacher Khenchen Pema Sherab Rinpoche Visits Bulgaria
Lyudmila Klasanova
20 September 2024
Khenchen Pema Sherab Rinpoche, one of the most respected teachers of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism made his first visit to Bulgaria in September.
Tibetan Nuns Project Gives Progress Update on Retreat Center for Buddhist Nuns of Shugsep Nunnery in Dharamsala
Craig Lewis
16 September 2024
The Tibetan Nuns Project has announced progress in its project to provide a meditation retreat center for the nuns of Shugsep Nunnery near Dharamsala.