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  • Commemorating Nalanda's late Spiritual Advisor

    31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.

  • Sangha Day

    Join us at Nalanda’s annual ‘Sangha Day’ on Sunday, 22 November to honour the virtues and contributions of the Maha Sangha (monastic order) in preserving and propagating the Buddha’s teachings.

  • Important Notice for Donors

    To facilitate our donors and benefactors in obtaining tax exemption receipts and e-invoices, Nalanda EXCO has shared an important notice at the Support page on Nalanda’s website.

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News & Updates

15 October 2026

A journey of learning and inspiration in Indonesia

On Friday 9 October, the Nalanda study tour group visited Vihāra Bodhivamsa in Klaten, Indonesia, where participants had the privilege of receiving a Dhamma sharing by Professor Dr. Lanny Anggawati. Her inspiring reflections offered a fresh perspective on happiness and reminded everyone to appreciate the precious opportunities we have in life.

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14 October 2026

Connecting through Dhamma in Indonesia

During the study tour to Borobudur and Yogyakarta, the Nalanda group visited Vihara Mendut, Vihara Dhamma Sundara, Vihara Bodhivamsa, and ancient Buddhist candi in the region. These visits offered opportunities to appreciate the region’s Buddhist heritage and connect with those who continue to nurture the Dhamma today.  We are grateful to the local Sangha members, Buddhist leaders, and communities for their warm hospitality, which made the journey especially meaningful and strengthened friendships through our shared faith in the Buddha’s teachings.

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14 October 2026

Seventy years of taking refuge in the Three Jewels

Commemorating Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s historic embrace of Buddhism 1956–2026. Today 14 October 2026, we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the historic mass taking of refuge in Nagpur, India, led by Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.  Seventy years ago, hundreds of thousands of people joined him in embracing the Buddha’s teachings, opening a significant chapter in the modern revival of Buddhism in its land of origin.

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13 October 2026

Nalanda group returns from Indonesia greatly enriched!

Nalanda members and friends returned safely on Sunday night, 11 October, from Nalanda Institute’s enriching five-day Study Tour to Borobudur and Jogjakarta.  The journey offered meaningful opportunities for learning, reflection and fellowship. Our special thanks to Venerable Santacitto for guiding us through Borobudur and bringing the stories depicted in its reliefs to life.

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