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Topic: Buddhism

A global Buddhist monastery thrived in Mumbai for 1,400 years. ‘Messages from the past’

Mumbai's Kanheri Caves were a flourishing Buddhist monastery until the 16th century. A DAG heritage walk titled 'Tracing Stone & Shadow' cast fresh light on their history.

Why many Japanese people struggle to explain if they’re Shinto or Buddhist

In 'Eight Million Ways to Happiness', Hiroko Yoda reveals the traditions that infuse Japan's culture, from Shinto, Buddhism, and the mountain mysticism of Shugendo.

Global summit in Delhi, now Devnimori relics to Sri Lanka–why India is pushing Buddhist diplomacy

In Sri Lanka, where Buddhism shapes national identity, political culture and daily life, the exposition of holy relics marks a deliberate move of Indian diplomacy.

Islam dominated searches, Christianity influenced social media. Study shows influence online

A December 2025 study examining the influence of religion on the internet revealed that belief systems are shaping digital conversations and curiosity.

The story of the Piprahwa relics, sacred Buddhist artefacts discovered by the British in 1898

PM Modi will inaugurate the exposition, ‘The Light and the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One’ of Piprahwa relics at Delhi's Rai Pithora Cultural Complex on 3 January.

New book examines how Buddhist nationalism is reshaping politics and society in Asia

The Robe and the Sword examines how strands of modern Buddhist nationalism have intersected with state power, ethnic conflict and majoritarian politics in parts...

‘Tamils will all be killed.’ The terror of Sri Lanka’s militant monks

In 'The Robe and the Sword', Sonia Faleiro uncovers how militant monks in Asia have transformed a tradition of nonviolence into a tool of terror.

How Anuradhapura’s ancient monastic complex altered the course of Buddhism in Sri Lanka

Over time, Abhayagiri diverged from the Mahavihara’s orthodox principles and evolved as a distinct and cosmopolitan centre of Buddhist thought in Sri Lanka.

‘Ancient crowdfunding’: How Buddhist nuns and kings built Maharashtra’s Karle caves

At a lecture in National Museum, Prof Abhijit Dandekar described how Maharashtra's ruling families, from Satavahanas to Maharathis and Mahabhojas, funded cave construction.

A Bengali scholar took last major Indian Buddhist text to Tibet. It changed the religion

The text is more than just religious expositions. It is a historical piece of writing wherein a city like Baghdad, founded in 762 CE, has been mentioned twice.

On Camera

Bengal once had arenas for identity battles—stadiums, football, jerseys. Now it’s polling booths

From Mohun Bagan and East Bengal to Mohammedan Sporting, footbclubs once shaped identity, pride and belonging across Bengal’s social fabric. Now, the political field has taken over.

As govt weighs mandatory silver hallmarking, new report flags economic & operational bottlenecks

Koan Advisory report warns that infra gaps could hurt small businesses and artisans, recommends transition period of 3-5 yrs for industry to adapt.

What theaterisation could look like: Rotational CDS, three-star theatre commanders in initial years

The proposed structure envisions the post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) rotating between the Army, Navy and Air Force, it is learnt.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.