The Central Monastic Body had just concluded its winter stay at Punakha Dzong and is now in Thimphu to begin six months of sacred rites
Author: Teahouse
Observances: When it comes to Buddhist archeology, I like the Great Old Ones
The “uposatha” or “upavasatha” has been observed on the full moon since the Buddha-era to strengthen the community and purify the mind
Activities on Saga Dawa 2026: Monasteries and Dates
A range of powerful and meritorious pujas, initiations, retreats, and other ceremonies are unfolding across the Himalayas this year
Observances: A Reunion with Jonang Gyaltsab Rinpoche in Dharamshala
This time we asked the Jonang lineage-in-exile’s throne holder about the work of Shantideva, a key figure in Indo-Tibetan Buddhism
Spring Flowers
Grasp the scent of renewal with both hands. A haiku on the beauty and freshness of spring from Sensei Alex Kakuyo
Expressing My Gratitude to the Dalai Lama
From the perspective of global Buddhism, there has never been a figure like the Dalai Lama, nor will such a figure appear again
Medical Camp Launched at MIMC Devachan Campus During Relic Exposition
The Mahabodhi Mahakaruna Charitable Hospital in Leh is offering medical consultations and free distribution of medicines until 14 May
Path to Buddha Nature: Tai Situpa’s May 2026 Mahamudra Retreat and the Essence of the Great Seal
Tergar Osel Ling Monastery is conducting a 20-day retreat under the guidance of HH the Tai Situpa, focusing on the Mahamudra
Project 108: A Monumental Royal Initiative for the Kingdom and the World
108 15 meter-high stupas to be raised at Gelephu Mindfulness City on 1 November; epic preparations inviting your meritorious participation
Grand Celebration of Buddha Jayanti in Lumbini Strengthens India-Nepal Cultural and Intellectual Partnership
Indo-Nepalese event at Lumbini brings together art, academia, and diplomacy to celebrate Buddha Jayanti and strenghten ties
