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October 17, 2024 12:43 PM

PM Modi celebrates International Abhidhamma Divas, highlights revival of Buddha’s legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated International Abhidhamma Divas on Thursday, emphasizing India's efforts to highlight its rich culture and civilization by reviving the legacy of Lord Buddha. The event, held at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, also celebrated the recognition of Pali as a classical language. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi said, "It is my good fortune that my association with Lord Buddha began at my birth and has continued uninterrupted. I was born in Vadnagar, Gujarat, whic...

Buddha Purnima being celebrated across the country

People across the country are celebrating Buddha Purnima today, the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha. This important day is observed by Buddhists worldwide and is a major festival in countries such as India, Nepal, Bhutan, Burma, Thailand, Tibet, Korea, Laos, Vietnam, Mongolia, Cambodia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka. President Droupadi Murmu and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar extended their greetings to the nation on this special occasion. In her message, President Murmu highlighted Lo...