Buddhism, founded in the late 6th century B.C.E. by Siddhartha Gautama (the "Buddha"), is an important religion in most of the countries of Asia. Buddhism has assumed many different forms, but in each ...

Buddhist monk Naotunne Vijitha has been found guilty of more than a dozen historical sex charges dating back more than 30 years. The 70-year-old senior monk was alleged to have used sweets to lure ...

Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din is observed every year to mark the historic day when Dr BR Ambedkar embraced Buddhism along with lakhs of his followers at Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur on October 14, 1956.

The luminous full moon of Vesak bathes the world in its sacred radiance, illuminating the three pivotal moments that define the extraordinary journey of Siddhartha Gautama. On this most auspicious of ...

Buddhism is a way of life. What is mainly essential, according to the noble philosophy of Sakya Muni the Buddha is to follow the Eightfold Path leading to complete emancipation- Nibbana. But it is ...

New Delhi [India], November 5 (ANI): The Buddha Dhamma, or Buddhist teachings, has continued to play an evolving role in the lives of individuals and societies around the world, adapting to the needs ...

'Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din 2024' is celebrated annually on October 14, marking the day Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the creator of the Indian Constitution, converted to Buddhism. On October 14, 1956, he ...

The eighth Dharma Dhamma conference organised by the India Foundation will be held from August 23-25 in collaboration with Gujarat University for the first time in Ahmedabad. Vice-President Jagdeep ...

As you drive from the airport to the Outer Ring Road or near Race Course Road in New Delhi, it is impossible to miss seeing three large snarling lions—seated back to back, beady-eyed, threatening.

The Ill Poya holds significance in Buddhism, marking events like Maitriya Bodhisatva’s future Buddhahood announcement, the first missionary activities by 60 Arahaths, and the passing of ...

The Ashoka-Ambedkar Dhamma rally, organised by the Buddhist Fraternity Council, is a multi-state yatra, hoping to build alliances of peace and fraternity. On October 5, a 10 ft tall bronze statue of ...