The 20th Session of UNESCO’s Committee on Intangible Cultural Heritage commenced in New Delhi today, bringing together delegates from more than 150 nations. Hosted at the iconic Red Fort, the global meet aims to advance the preservation, transmission, and celebration of living cultural practices that define humanity’s shared heritage. Prime…
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Bhutan Extends Exposition of Buddha Relics Till Nov 25
Responding to an unprecedented outpouring of public devotion, Bhutan has formally extended the exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha by one additional week. The display, which has been drawing thousands of devotees each day in Thimphu, will now continue until November 25, 2025. The extension comes at the…
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PM Modi Praises Bhutan’s Reverent Welcome to Buddha Relics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9 November 2025 extended heartfelt appreciation to the people and leadership of the Kingdom of Bhutan for the reverent reception given to the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha that were brought from India. Mr Modi described the relics as symbols of peace, compassion and harmony…