Tag: Buddha Purnima
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Buddha Purnima 2020: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook and WhatsApp status to share
Gautam Buddha is believed to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
May 7, 2020 -
Banks to observe several holidays in May 2020. Plan your visit accordingly
Banks closure for the month of May 2020.
April 30, 2020 -
Sri Lankan President releases 762 inmates on the occasion of Buddha Purnima
An event was held at the Colombo's Welikada prison to free the inmates which was also attended by Sirisena and other senior officials.
May 19, 2019 -
SL President frees 762 prisoners on Buddha Purnima
All those freed were in jail for minor offences and did not include convicts jailed for rape, child abuse, heroin use and drug trafficking.
May 18, 2019 -
Buddha Purnima 2019: 15 Lord Buddha quotes that will enlighten you
On the occasion of Buddha Purnima, here are some Lord Buddha quotes that will enlighten your life with peace and love for the humankind.
May 18, 2019 -
Happy Buddha Purnima 2019: Wishes, messages, images, Facebook and WhatsApp status, Lord Buddha quotes
Happy Buddha Purnima 2019: Here are some wishes, messages, images, Facebook and WhatsApp status, and Lord Buddha quotes that you can share with all
May 18, 2019 -
President Kovind, PM Modi extend Buddha Purnima greetings
Buddha Purnima is traditionally celebrated in most parts of East Asia to commemorate the birth of Gautam Buddha
April 30, 2018 -
PM Narendra Modi greets nation on Buddha Purnima
In his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said that Buddha Purnima is a special day for every Indian. We must be proud of the fact that India is the birthplace of Lord Buddha
April 29, 2018 -
On Shanti Path, Buddha’s message of peace
"Buddhism is not a religion, but a way of life." Nothing sums up the essence of this religion more aptly. Vesak or Buddha Purnima is observed across diverse dates, by Buddhists, throughout the world, with each culture celebrating the day according to its own traditions. The day marks the three momentous events in Buddha's life …
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May 28, 2017 -
Buddha Jayanti celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh
The Buddhist community in Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday celebrated Buddha Jayanti- the day symbolizing Buddha's birth, enlightenment and salvation (Nirvana) across state with religious fervour and gaiety. The Theravada Buddhist Society and Itanagar Buddhist Cultural Society jointly celebrated the day at Theravada Buddhist Vihara and Thuptan Ga-Tselling Monastery, here with great zeal and enthusiasm. A …
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May 10, 2017 -
Buddha’s teachings to be incorporated in curricula: Javadekar
Highlighting the importance of Gautam Buddha's teachings in the present day world, Union Human Resource Development (HRD) Minister Prakash Javadekar on Wednesday said his teachings will be incorporated in the curricula. "Buddha gave to the world the basic philosophy of life that preaches significance of kindness and compassion. We plan to incorporate his philosophies in …
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May 10, 2017 -
From Ladakh to Ajanta, India is home to key Buddhist sites
'Vesak Day' or 'Wesak', popularly known as 'Buddha Purnima', is celebrated every year on the full moon day of the ancient lunar month of Vesakha, mainly falling in May. Vesak Day 2017's theme is 'Buddhist teachings for social justice and sustainable world peace. This day commemorates the birth, enlightenment (nirvana) and passing away (Parinirvana) of …
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May 10, 2017 -
Buddha Purnima: Best wishes pour in from political leaders
On the occasion of Buddha Purnima, top political leaders across the country extended best wishes and greetings to people and wished their well-being. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to micro blogging site Twitter, saying, ”Today we remember the exemplary ideas of Gautam Buddha. His noble thoughts will continue to guide generations. Gautam Buddha inspires us …
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May 10, 2017 -
Modi greets people on Buddha Purnima
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted people on the occasion of Buddha Purnima saying that Gautam Buddha "inspires" us to work towards "harmonious society". "Buddha Purnima greetings to everyone. Today we remember the exemplary ideals of Gautama Buddha. His noble thoughts will continue to guide generations," Modi said in a statement. "Gautama Buddha inspires …
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May 10, 2017