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11 Oct 2025 · Previous

Holy Piprahwa Relics Exposition in Kalmykia, Russia 2025

In an extraordinary effort to advance the spiritual and cultural outreach of Buddha Dhamma, the first ever Holy Relics exposition was undertaken in Russia. The Holy Piprahwa Relics embarked on a spiritual journey from India to Russia. This historic event was organised by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with IBC, the National Museum, and the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts. The Holy Relics arrived in Elista, the capital of the Republic of Kalmykia, on 11t

06 Oct 2025 · Previous

International Abhidhamma Divas Celebration 2025

The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), in association with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with Gautam Buddha University (GBU) and Antarrashtriya Baudh Shodh Sansthan, Lucknow, celebrated the International Abhidhamma Divas and hosted an International Conference on October 6–7, 2025, at the GBU campus, Greater Noida. The event coincided with Sharada Purnima and was themed “The Relevance of Abhidhamma in Understanding Buddhist Thought: Text, Tradition and Co

01 Sep 2025 · Previous

Most Venerable Narampanawe Ananda Nayake Thero Bestowed the Honor of Anunayaka Thero of the Asgiriya Chapter

The Buddha Sasana has been enriched by the recent appointment of the Most Venerable Narampanawe Ananda Nayake Thero as the Anunayaka Thero of the Asgiriya Chapter of the Siyam Maha Nikaya in Sri Lanka. Notably, the Asgiriya Maha Pirivena stands as the first and only monastic institution in Sri Lanka to offer Pirivena education in the English medium—from foundational studies to the prestigious Panditha degree. This pioneering initiative has significantly broadened the accessibility and global rea

30 Aug 2025 · Previous

1st Asian Association for Buddhist Studies

The 1st Asian Association for Buddhist Studies Conference was successfully convened on August 30–31, 2025, at Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. This prestigious conference was organised in honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on the occasion of her 70th Birth Anniversary, with the support of Chulalongkorn University and the Thai Foundation.

23 Aug 2025 · Previous

World Peace Conference 2025

The World Peace Conference 2025 was held from August 23 to 25 in the Himalayan town of Leh. The event commenced with the dedication of the Six Guardians of Peace: Roku Jizō statues at the Buddha Park, Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Leh. The consecration was led by Rev. Koya Matsuoka and Ms. Sachiko of Susono Komyoji Temple, Japan, in the presence of Hon’ble Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Director General, International Buddhist Confederat

22 Aug 2025 · Previous

3rd International Conference of Young Buddhist Scholars

The 3rd International Conference of Young Buddhist Scholars (ICYBS) was held on 22nd August 2025 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, organized by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) with support from the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India. The conference theme, “Wisdom Transmission in Buddha Dhamma in the 21st Century,” explored how the timeless teachings of the Buddha continue to provide guidance in a rapidly cha

14 Aug 2025 · Previous

Celebrating Buddhist Heritage: Exhibition “Buddha Śāsanam Ciram Tiṣṭhatu” & Film Screening by IBC at IGNCA, New Delhi

As a commitment to cultural preservation, Dhamma dialogue, and youth engagement, The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in collaboration with Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Ministry of Culture hosted a special visit to the Buddha Exhibition at the IGNCA Campus, New Delhi on 14th August 2025, bringing together students from Delhi university and venerable monks from different countries. The exhibition titled “Buddha Śāsanam Ciram Tiṣṭhatu” depicted the outreach of Budd

08 Aug 2025 · Previous

IBC represented at Busan International Buddhism Expo

IBC Executive Committee member Ven. Woneung and Mr Amos Simon meet with Most Ven Sim Sam Sunim, Abbot, Hongbeopsa Temple, Busan; Curator, Busan India International Film Festival at his temple. An IBC communication being handed over to Most Ven Subul Sunim, Director BBS Media Group and also the Patron of the organizing committee of the Expo. Craig Lewis of Buddhistdoor global at the IBC pavilion, at the BEXPO 2025.

30 Jul 2025 · Previous

Repatriation Ceremony of the Piprahwa Relic Jewels

A prestigious ceremonial event was held under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, on 30 July 2025 to mark the repatriation of the historic Piprahwa relic jewels after 127 years. Key institutions of the Culture Ministry who played a pertinent role in this process included Archaeological Survey of India, National Museum (New Delhi), Indian Museum (Kolkata), International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), among others. Apart from senior members of the Sangha from both traditions,

13 Jul 2025 · Previous

CELEBRATING GLORIOUS 90 YEARS OF HIS HOLINESS THE 14TH DALAI LAMA – SPIRITUAL WISDOM AND GLOBAL RELEVANCE

On the landmark occasion of the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, and in particular felicitation of the blessings of his presence on Indian soil since the last 75 years, the International Buddhist Confederation is greatly honoured to organise a conference, “Celebrating Glorious 90 years of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama - Spiritual Wisdom and Global Relevance” on 13 July 2025 at The Ashok, New Delhi.

10 Jul 2025 · Previous

ASHADHA PURNIMA OBSERVANCE AT MULAGANDHA KUTI VIHARA, SARNATH

On the sacred occasion of Ashadha Purnima, a deeply revered event in Buddhist tradition, a commemorative gathering was held at Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Sarnath on 10th July, 2025. Organised by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Mahabodhi Society of India, the celebration honoured the Buddha’s first sermon—his turning of the Wheel of Dhamma—marking the emergence of the Sangha and the beginning o