Bhutan
Bhutan's Global Peace Prayer Festival: A Historic Convergence of Buddhist Traditions and Sacred Relics
Nov 14, 2025 01:26 pm CST
The Global Peace Prayer Festival in Bhutan brought together thousands of devotees for the sacred Kalachakra empowerment ceremony, featuring the historic display of rare Buddha relics and the landmark ordination of 270 nuns in the ancient Gelongma tradition. The festival, attended by India's Prime Minister Modi, highlighted Bhutan's role as a center for Buddhist spirituality and global peace initiatives.
PM Modi Inaugurates Kalachakra Empowerment Ceremony in Bhutan: Strengthening India-Bhutan Cultural and Diplomatic Ties
Nov 12, 2025 02:41 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra Empowerment ceremony in Bhutan alongside King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and former King Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The significant Buddhist ritual, part of the Global Peace Prayer Festival, highlights the deep cultural connections between India and Bhutan while advancing bilateral cooperation in energy, trade, technology, and connectivity during Modi's two-day diplomatic visit.
Chief Justice BR Gavai Reflects on Bhutan's Happiness Philosophy During Official Visit, Drawing Parallels with 'The Lunchbox' Film
Oct 23, 2025 10:07 pm CST
During his official visit to Bhutan, Chief Justice BR Gavai explored the unique harmony and happiness philosophy that defines the nation, referencing the 2013 Bollywood film 'The Lunchbox' while highlighting the deep cultural and constitutional connections between India and Bhutan. The visit strengthened judicial cooperation between the two nations through discussions on partnerships, exchanges, and environmental commitments.
Actor Dulquer Salmaan Petitions Kerala High Court for Release of Seized Luxury Vehicle in Customs Smuggling Investigation
Sep 27, 2025 01:18 am CST
Actor Dulquer Salmaan has approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of his 2004 Land Rover Defender seized during customs raids targeting smuggled luxury vehicles from Bhutan. Salmaan claims legitimate purchase and proper documentation, while authorities have seized 36 high-end cars in "Operation Numkhor" that allegedly revealed connections to gold smuggling, drug trafficking, and potential terrorist funding.
New Revelation In Dulquer Salmaan's Luxury Car Tax Evasion Case
Sep 24, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Dulquer Salmaan's Toyota Land Cruiser is registered in the name of another person, said sources, as the Malayalam superstar faces probe for luxury car tax evasion.
Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran's Houses Raided Over Luxury Car Tax Evasion
Sep 23, 2025 05:45 pm CST
The raids were underway at 30 locations across Kerala, including Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, and Malappuram.