On Saturday 8 August, Nalanda President Sis. Buddhini Tan, Deputy President Bro. Charlie Teng, Board Member Bro. Tan Say Kee, and Bro. Aw Jian Hau, joined the Buddhist community at the grand inauguration of Maha Karuna Vihara in Elmina, Sungai Buloh. Nalanda rejoiced in witnessing this significant historic milestone, which brought together Dhamma leaders and representatives from Buddhist communities locally and overseas.
Read moreToday is the Sāvaṇa New-moon Uposatha, a meaningful day for observance and spiritual practice. It is a valuable opportunity for lay practitioners to cultivate renunciation by observing the Eight Precepts, simplifying life, and turning inward. Grounded in moral virtue, we let go of desires and ill will through loving-kindness. With body and speech restrained, the mind becomes calm and clear, allowing insight into impermanence and non-self.
Read moreThe Nalanda Family Fun Fair is just 4 days away! Come support a good cause and enjoy a meaningful day of fun with your family and friends! With over 140 stalls this year, there will be a wide variety of delicious food and beverages, groceries, household items and more for you to explore. The Fair is thoughtfully laid out to help you find your way around easily.
Read moreSince their launch in May, hundreds of visitors have visited two special exhibitions at Nalanda Centre — “Terima Kasih, Dhammananda” and the Wisdom Park Exhibition. The “Terima Kasih, Dhammananda” Exhibition commemorates the 20th anniversary of the passing of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Adviser, Ven. Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda. The Wisdom Park Exhibition shares the vision and development of Wisdom Park as a centre for holistic Buddhist education and spiritual cultivation.
Read moreWe are just 5 days away from the much-anticipated Nalanda Family Fun Fair 2026. Wondering how to get to the fair at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang? Here are several ways to get to Nalanda Centre for the Family Fun Fair this Sunday, 16 August : (i) By MRT (Putrajaya Line) This line covers areas from Kwasa Damansara, Kepong Baru, Jalan Ipoh, KLCC, to Putrajaya Sentral. Alight at UPM Station, which is just 1 km away (about a 10-minute walk) from Nalanda Centre.
Read moreOn Wednesday 5 August, devotees gathered at Nalanda Centre for the weekly meditation session, guided by Ven. Dr. Tejawaro Mahāthera, who was back from Taiwan for “The Fragrance of the Dhamma: A Musical & Yoga Performance” (法语花香). The session began with gentle yoga led by yoga teachers, helping participants relax the body from head to toe. Through mindful movements and relaxation, participants gradually settled into a meditation posture, experiencing the transition from movement to stillness.
Read moreThe Nalanda community is gearing up for the much-anticipated Nalanda Family Fun Fair, happening this Sunday 16 August, from 9am to 3pm! Preparations are in full swing, with a Volunteers’ Briefing held on Sunday 9 August. Preparations are in full swing, with a Volunteers’ Briefing held on Sunday 9 August.
Read moreJoin us with your family and friends for our monthly Pindacāra (monks on alms-round) on Saturday 15 August, at Pasar Basah Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan. The Buddha praised the practice of dāna as a joyful way to cultivate generosity, gratitude and loving-kindness. By offering alms to the Sangha, we support the continuation of the Buddha-Sāsana while creating wholesome merits for ourselves and our loved ones.
Read moreOn Sunday 2 August, Nalanda members gathered for Members’ Day, a meaningful occasion to welcome new members, strengthen fellowship, and receive updates on the Society’s progress and future direction. Members received an update on the progress of Wisdom Park Phase 2 development and rallied together in preparation for the much-anticipated Nalanda Family Fun Fair.
Read moreToday, the Republic of Singapore celebrates its 61st National Day. This annual commemoration marks the nation's remarkable journey of resilience, harmony, and progress, made possible through the dedication, unity, and vision of generations of Singaporeans. Nalanda leaders and members extend our warmest greetings and best wishes to our Singaporean friends on this joyous occasion. May Singapore continue to flourish in peace and stability, advancing in physical, social, economic, mental, and spiritual well-being for the benefit of all.
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