Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings to the global Indian community on the occasion of Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas, reaffirming the immense contribution of the Indian diaspora in strengthening India’s global presence and cultural influence. The Prime Minister described overseas Indians as a powerful link between India…
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Piprahwa Relics Return: Shared Buddhist Legacy
The repatriation of the sacred Piprahwa relics represents an act of shared cultural stewardship rather than ownership, eminent scholars observed during a panel discussion on “Buddhist Philosophy” held at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in New Delhi. The session was organised on the occasion of the inauguration of the Grand…
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PM Modi Inaugurates Buddha Relics Expo After 125 Years
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Grand International Exposition titled “The Light and the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One”, marking the historic return of India’s sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha after more than 125 years. The exhibition, organised by the Ministry of Culture at…
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UNESCO Heritage Event Opens; PM Praises Unity
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…