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India’s largest Buddha statue is drawing global tourists. Here’s why
India’s hidden gem, the mesmerizing reclining Buddha statute in Bodh Gaya is a must-visit. Here’s why travellers are flocking to this sacred site.
Updated on Mar 16, 2025 03:45 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Gaya (bihar) [india]
HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on March 1
The day of March 1 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore Delhi's culture. Check it out here!
Published on Mar 01, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Buddhist archaeological site of Pilak becomes prominent destination for tourists
The rich historical and spiritual history of Pilak, situated in the scenic area of Jolaibari in Tripura, is being promoted by the state government of Tripura.
Updated on Jul 31, 2023 06:24 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Tripura, India
PM Modi's gift of Buddha artwork to Japan PM is from Karnataka
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday gifted a sandalwood Buddha statue encased in a 'kadamwood jali box' to his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida who is in India on a state visit, officials said.
Published on Mar 21, 2023 04:30 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S
New Kushinagar airport is step towards India firming its Buddhist legacy
Ambassadors of more than 10 countries, where Buddhism is practiced and preached, will be attending the airport inauguration and religious ceremonies at the Parinirvana Stupa along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Published on Oct 14, 2021 08:24 AM IST
Shishir Gupta, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Carving Buddha in Myanmar village ‘blessed’ with marble bounty
For generations, artisans in this part of Buddhist-majority Myanmar have carved out a living from the marble, fashioning mostly colossal Buddha statues to be sold in the nearby city of Mandalay or exported to neighbouring China and Thailand.
Updated on Jul 02, 2020 10:58 PM IST
Sagyin, Myanmar | Reuters | Posted by Saumya Sharma
Massive Buddha statue, two cars seized from Nirav Modi’s Alibaug home
Among other items attached were imported sanitary ware, chandeliers and curtains that ‘belonged to Nizam of Hyderabad’
Updated on Feb 10, 2019 12:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Pratik Salunke, Mumbai
After Statue of Unity, 80-feet Buddha statue planned in Gujarat
Sanghakaya Foundation, a non-profit Buddhist organisation, said that it has demanded land from the government for installing an 80-feet high statue of Lord Buddha in Gandhinagar district.
Published on Nov 23, 2018 11:30 AM IST
Ahmedabad | Press Trust of India
After Statue of Unity, Gujarat’s Ahmedabad may get 80-feet Buddha statue
A non-profit Buddhist organisation has demanded land from the government for installing an 80-feet high statue of Lord Buddha in Gandhinagar district of Gujarat. The state already has Statue of Unity which is the tallest statue in the world.
Updated on Nov 22, 2018 11:36 PM IST
Ahmedabad | Press Trust of India
Missing 12th century Buddha idol to be soon returned to Nalanda Museum
The Buddha statue is part of the collection of over a dozen bronze idols, which had disappeared from the Nalanda Museum nearly 60 years ago.
Updated on Aug 20, 2018 02:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Reena Sopam, Patna
UK police returns stolen Buddha statue to India after 57 years
Police handed over the bronze statue with silver inlay during a ceremony Wednesday in London marking India’s Independence Day.
Updated on Aug 16, 2018 12:33 AM IST
Hindustan Times, London | Prasun Sonwalkar