Extraordinary feat: Kharge remembers ‘Smiling Buddha’ India’s first nuclear test

Extraordinary feat: Kharge remembers ‘Smiling Buddha' India's first nuclear test

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday commemorated the 51st anniversary of India’s first nuclear test, code-named ‘Smiling Buddha’, which was conducted on May 18, 1974. Marking a pivotal moment in India’s scientific and strategic history, the test propelled India into the elite group of nuclear-capable … Read more

Thousands of devotees flock to Bodh Gaya on Buddha Purnima amid tight security

Thousands of devotees flock to Bodh Gaya on Buddha Purnima amid tight security

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) On the auspicious occasion of Lord Buddha’s 2569th birth anniversary, thousands of devotees have been arriving at Bodh Gaya since the early hours of Monday morning to offer prayers and pay homage at the sacred Mahabodhi Temple. The temple complex, regarded as the place where … Read more

PM Modi extends greetings on Buddha Purnima, hails Lord Buddha’s message of peace

PM Modi extends greetings on Buddha Purnima, hails Lord Buddha's message of peace

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended his best wishes to citizens on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, highlighting that the life and teachings of Lord Buddha will always guide the world towards compassion and peace. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak or Buddha Jayanti, … Read more