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PM Modi greets people on ‘Guru Purnima’

‘This is a day of expressing gratitude to all exemplary Gurus who have inspired us, mentored us and taught us,,,’ says the PM.

The Hindu · Jul 13, 2022

Candles shine light on local artisans

Gone are the days when monks used candles to provide light, but the tradition of candle offering on Khao Phansa, the first day of Buddhist Lent which falls on July 14, continues, and with it Lent candle processions.

Bangkok Post · Jul 10, 2022

Fraternal dialogue

Reminiscent of the scene in Oscar-nominated film The Two Popes where Cardinal Julio Bergoglio (Jonathan Price) was led by the Swiss Guards up the long staircase to have audience with His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI (Anthony Hopkins) at the Apostolic Palace, a group of Buddhist monks and laymen were guided…

Bangkok Post · Jul 5, 2022

Majestic Lampang

After the sun sank over the Wang River, a caravan of classic horse-drawn carriages stationed in front of Wat Chiang Rai and acting Capt Supoj Chairuamkoon was in the saddle to welcome tourists on a sightseeing tour. In the northern town of Lampang, this has long been a popular way…

Bangkok Post · Jun 8, 2022

Why ‘Tomb of Sand’ will be a torchbearer for future writers

It’s not just the International Booker Prize accolade — Geetanjali Shree has opened up an entire universe of stories, and shown how to continue the process of telling them   

The Hindu · May 30, 2022

Bang the drum slowly

Despite the hot weather in the ancient town of Lamphun, a large crowd of Buddhist votaries gathered at the foot of Tha Nang Bridge to welcome the annual Klong Luang (Lanna-style big drum) contest back after a two-year hiatus as part of the seven-day Phra That Hariphunchai Bathing Festival to…

Bangkok Post · May 25, 2022

Gold at the British Library review: a glittering show that is literally illuminating

This fascinating and dazzling exhibition of texts embellished with gold shows how the precious metal speaks the same language across continents

Evening Standard · May 24, 2022

How to know if your practice of Buddhism through listening to podcasts or use of meditation apps is 'authentic'

Is digital Buddhism, which includes computer-assisted practices such as listening to podcasts and using meditation applications apps, authentic?

The Conversation · May 19, 2022

At the crossroads of time

The sound of a cock crowing signals the start of the day as hundreds of sellers raise their colourful umbrellas and stock their booths with a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits and meats from local farms.

Bangkok Post · May 18, 2022

PM Narendra Modi offers Buddha Purnima prayers at Kushinagar's Mahaparinirvan temple

GORAKHPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first PM to have offered prayers at Kushinagar's Mahaparinirvan Temple on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

The Times of India · May 17, 2022