Crucial Buddhist summit begins in McLeodganj, Dalai Lama likely to mention reincarnation process

Vishal Gulati | July 2, 2025 9:53 AM

Dharamsala, July 2 (IANS) A three-day Buddhist religious conference began on Wednesday in McLeodganj, a small and quaint hill station in the suburbs of the northern hill town of Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh, with a video statement from Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, who is turning 90 on July 6, that could mention the process for selecting his next reincarnation, while Beijing tries to replace centuries-old Tibetan identity and culture.

J&K L-G flags off first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from Jammu amid tight security arrangements

IANS | July 2, 2025 8:21 AM

Jammu, July 2 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of Yatris for this year’s Amarnath Yatra from Jammu for the Valley as the 36-day long pilgrimage begins on Thursday.

Gautam Adani stepping into kitchens for seva sends a powerful message: ISKCON

IANS | July 1, 2025 2:37 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani made a rare display of his spiritual side when he, along with his family, participated in the Jagannath Ratha Yatra in Puri recently and also the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, earlier this year.

Adani Group, ISKCON serve devotion with nutrition during Puri Rath Yatra

IANS | June 30, 2025 4:24 PM

Puri, June 30 (IANS) The sacred Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri continues to transform the spiritual landscape of India, drawing millions of devotees from across the country and around the world. But in 2025, this grand celebration of faith took on a deeper resonance—a powerful confluence of devotion, service, and social responsibility.

SC refuses to entertain plea demanding Buddhists' autonomy in managing Mahabodhi Temple

IANS | June 30, 2025 3:31 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea demanding "liberation" of the sacred Mahabodhi Temple in Bihar by entrusting exclusive management and control to Buddhists.

The living Buddha's epic journey to save Tibet's identity

Vishal Gulati | June 30, 2025 1:35 PM

Dharamsala, June 30 (IANS) Sixty-six years ago, the 14th Dalai Lama, disguised as a soldier, left Norbulingka Palace in Tibet, a Third Pole, and escaped into exile in India after his challenging 14-day journey.

Plumbing the profound with perspicacious poetics (Book Review)

Vikas Datta | June 30, 2025 10:59 AM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) "Through smog and soot and horrid dust,/You will have to endure/To make a wage..." This verse can evoke a more eloquent exposition of our polluted urban agglomerations and the imperative to brave the degraded air as we move around for our daily sustenance than the most well-researched report.

Char Dham Yatra resumes after 24-hour suspension

IANS | June 30, 2025 10:12 AM

Dehradun, June 30 (IANS) The 24-hour suspension on the Char Dham Yatra was officially lifted on Monday, officials confirmed, allowing the pilgrimage to resume after a temporary halt due to relentless rainfall and heightened risks of landslides in Uttarakhand.

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Devotees arrive with enthusiasm, undeterred by security concerns

IANS | June 30, 2025 9:48 AM

Jammu, June 30 (IANS) As preparations for the Amarnath Yatra 2025 enter the final stages, devotees from across India and abroad began arriving early Monday morning at Saraswati Dham to collect their tickets for the annual pilgrimage, which is scheduled to begin on July 3.

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi extends best wishes to devotees going on Yatras, praises spirit of service

IANS | June 29, 2025 11:51 AM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) In the 123rd episode of his monthly radio show, 'Mann Ki Baat', on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt wishes to devotees embarking on various religious yatras across the country.

Religion

Crucial Buddhist summit begins in McLeodganj, Dalai Lama likely to mention reincarnation process

J&K L-G flags off first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from Jammu amid tight security arrangements

Gautam Adani stepping into kitchens for seva sends a powerful message: ISKCON

Adani Group, ISKCON serve devotion with nutrition during Puri Rath Yatra

SC refuses to entertain plea demanding Buddhists' autonomy in managing Mahabodhi Temple

The living Buddha's epic journey to save Tibet's identity

Plumbing the profound with perspicacious poetics (Book Review)

Char Dham Yatra resumes after 24-hour suspension

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Devotees arrive with enthusiasm, undeterred by security concerns

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi extends best wishes to devotees going on Yatras, praises spirit of service

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