New Delhi: The sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha have returned to India following a historic week-long public exposition at Colombo’s revered Gangaramaya Temple in Sri Lanka. The spiritual event drew more than one million devotees, marking a major milestone in India–Sri Lanka cultural and civilisational ties. The holy…
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INS Sudarshini Completes First Lokayan 26 Port Call in Oman
The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini has successfully concluded her first port call at Salalah in Oman, marking a significant milestone in the ambitious ten-month trans-oceanic expedition, Lokayan 26. The visit, completed on February 5, 2026, underscores India’s enduring maritime legacy and reinforces the growing strategic and cultural…
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Vice‑President Backs Modi’s Kuala Lumpur Speech
The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, on Friday highlighted the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, describing it as a powerful reaffirmation of India’s deep-rooted cultural and historical ties with the Southeast Asian nation. In a post shared on…
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Lord Buddha’s Devnimori Relics to Be Exhibited in Sri Lanka
In a profound gesture of spiritual outreach and cultural diplomacy, India will exhibit the sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha in Sri Lanka from February 4 to 10, 2026. The exposition, to be held at the revered Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, reflects India’s enduring civilizational responsibility as the birthplace of…
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Dalai Lama Wins First Grammy at 90 for Spoken-Word Album
In a historic moment that blends spirituality, music and global recognition, Tibetan spiritual leader the 14th Dalai Lama has won his first Grammy Award at the age of 90. The prestigious honour came at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, where his spoken-word album was declared the…
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Republic Day Parade 2026 Highlights Strength and Buddhist Peace
New Delhi, 25 January 2026: At this year’s Republic Day Parade, India presented a unique blend of military might and spiritual wisdom. Honouring global Buddhist principles, over 100 monks and nuns from 40 countries attending the Global Buddhist Summit joined the celebrations, emphasising peace, compassion, and social harmony. Global Buddhist…
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INS Sudarshini Begins Lokayan 26 Global Sail Expedition
The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini is set to embark on a landmark transoceanic sail expedition titled Lokayan 26 on January 20, 2026. Spanning ten months, the ambitious voyage will cover more than 22,000 nautical miles and include port calls at 18 locations across 13 countries, reinforcing India’s…
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Indian Navy Strengthens Act East Engagement
New Delhi/Singapore: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) has arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, marking a significant step in strengthening ASEAN–India maritime cooperation and regional naval engagement. The squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, reached Singapore on January 15, 2026,…
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PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Deepen Ties at Kite Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad, blending high-level diplomacy with cultural celebration during the International Kite Festival 2026. The visit marks Chancellor Merz’s first official trip to India and comes at a significant time for bilateral relations between the two…
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VBYLD 2026 Day 2: Youth Leadership & National Service in Focus
New Delhi: Day 2 of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD 2026) at Bharat Mandapam saw 3,000 young leaders engage with policymakers, industry experts, and mentors to shape India’s future across ten thematic tracks. Inaugural Session and Key Addresses The session was inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya,…