In a warm and dignified celebration of humanitarian diplomacy and regional solidarity, the Maha Bodhi Society of India, in collaboration with the High Commission of Sri Lanka in New Delhi, hosted a special function in the national capital on Sunday, 8 February 2026, to honour the Government of India for its timely assistance to Sri Lanka in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.
The Second Global Buddhist Summit (2nd GBS) held on 24-25 January 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marked an important moment in the contemporary engagement of Buddhism at the global level. The Second GBS, organized jointly by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in association with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, defined itself as an umbrella covering all aspects, including spirituality, scholarship, governance, diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and civilizational encounters.
Heartiest congratulations to Shri Abhay Kumar, IFS, on his appointment as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Azerbaijan. This prestigious responsibility is a fitting recognition of his distinguished diplomatic career and his outstanding contributions to India’s global engagement.
Lumbini Buddhist University (LBU) hosted a landmark academic symposium titled “India–Nepal Buddhist Heritage: A Common Legacy” on 8 December 2025. The symposium brought together nearly 300 participants, including scholars, monastics, diplomats, heritage professionals, policymakers, and students from India and Nepal.
The Indian Embassy in Egypt celebrated the inscription of Diwali (the Festival of Lights) on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
A warm evening of whole-souled storytelling and cultural admiration marked the launch of Around the World in Magnets-Sri-Lanka, a first-of-its kind travelogue by Dr. Anthony Vipin Das and Vidushi Duggal published by Sarasavi Publisher.
The International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH) 2025, hosted at New Delhi’s striking Bharat Mandapam on 11–12 November, set the tone for what many describe as a defining decade for clean energy. This year’s gathering was not just a technical meet; it was a powerful showcase of political will, global collaboration, and India’s ambition to lead the emerging green hydrogen landscape.
Automation & Power Products Ltd was proud to host Power & Automation Day 2025 in the beautiful island nation of Mauritius, held in close collaboration with our longstanding partner, Hitachi Energy.
In a powerful tribute to India’s indigenous spirit and cultural richness, the Swadeshi Mela 2025 is being held from October 7 to 13 at the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) in Dwarka Sector-7, New Delhi.
The Global Wildlife Fair 2025 didn’t just put conservation on display—it made it personal, political, and practical. For policymakers, diplomats, and development strategists, it offered a living example of how soft power, sustainability, and storytelling can come together in service of the planet.
