India, Sri Lanka connected by deep civilisational, spiritual bonds: PM Modi on relics expositionIndia and Sri Lanka share deep civilisational and spiritual bonds. Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara D...
05 Feb, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
Sacred relics of Buddha not merely artefacts, but part of India's revered heritage: PMPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Piprahwa Relics exposition. He stated Bhagwan Buddha's wisdom belongs to all humanity. The sac...
03 Jan, 2026, 01.42 PM IST
PM Modi unveils sacred Buddha gems after 127 yearsPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a grand exhibition of sacred Piprahwa relics. This event reunites Lord Buddha's gem relics after 1...
03 Jan, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
PM Modi to inaugurate exposition of Buddha-linked Piprahwa relics, repatriated gems in DelhiPrime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a grand exposition of sacred Piprahwa relics, including bone fragments believed to be of the B...
03 Jan, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
From Maha Kumbh to 150 years of 'Vande Mataram', India celebrates culture in 2025India's Ministry of Culture marked 2025 with significant events. The Maha Kumbh showcased Indian heritage. Celebrations for "Vande Mataram"...
26 Dec, 2025, 04.44 PM IST
Union minister Rijiju in Bhutan to bring back Buddha relics after public expositionUnion Minister Kiren Rijiju is in Bhutan to retrieve sacred relics of Lord Buddha. These relics were on public display in Thimphu, strength...
24 Nov, 2025, 04.28 PM IST
PM Modi to visit Bhutan from November 11 to 12Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bhutan for a State visit on November 11 and 12. The Ministry of External Affairs announced the...
08 Nov, 2025, 09.56 PM IST
Buddha relics from India sent to Bhutan for exposition from Nov 8-18Holy relics of Lord Buddha from India are now in Bhutan for a special exposition. This event is part of a Global Peace Prayer Festival in T...
08 Nov, 2025, 09.21 PM IST
India-Russia strengthen bond over Buddhism & soft powerSacred Buddha relics from India were displayed in Kalmykia, Russia. Nearly 100,000 devotees paid homage. The event strengthened India-Russi...
19 Oct, 2025, 11.21 PM IST
Buddhism in India’s Foreign Policy: PM Modi’s vision for global harmonyPrime Minister Modi places Buddhism at the heart of India's cultural diplomacy, emphasizing India's role globally. His visits to key Buddhi...
05 Apr, 2025, 01.15 PM IST
Pope Francis may visit India sooner than expected: Goa ministerGoa minister Mauvin Godinho said that Pope Francis's visit to India is likely imminent, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation...
03 Dec, 2024, 03.08 PM IST
Buddha relics return to India after historic Thailand tourBuddha relics, after captivating Thailand with a 26-day exposition visited by 4.1 million, returned to India on March 19th. The relics were...
21 Mar, 2024, 01.52 PM IST
India to send some Buddha relics to Mongolia for displayThis comes after the Mongolian government reached out to India. A delegation, led by Union minister Kiren Rijiju, is expected to travel to ...
08 Jun, 2022, 12.38 AM IST
PM visit to Kushinagar: Buddha relics from Sri Lanka to be accorded state guest-like statusPrime Minister Narendra Modi will on Wednesday inaugurate the Kushinagar International Airport, which is an endeavour to connect Buddhist p...
19 Oct, 2021, 02.26 PM IST
This vacation, witness Japan's fire festival Yamayaki or head over to the Bikaner Camel FestivalBurning up the entire Mt Wakakusayama is held every year on the fourth Saturday of January. A torch is lit with sacred fire at Kasuga Taish...
04 Dec, 2014, 02.46 PM IST
Exposition of relics of St Francis Xavier begins in GoaThe relics of St Francis Xavier (SFX) were taken into procession from Bom Jesus of Basilica church, where they are housed permanently.
22 Nov, 2014, 04.33 PM IST
Goa to promote St Xavier's exposition among European touristsOver half a lakh tourists are expected to arrive in the state exclusively to witness the decennial exposition, Parulekar said.
04 Jun, 2014, 11.21 AM IST