A strong earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter Scale struck Italy’s central mountainous region of Lazio in the early hours of Wednesday 24 August, causing extensive damage to several towns. At least 240 people have died, and many more were injured or still trapped under collapsed buildings.
Read moreColoured ribbons tell the occasion
Frequent visitors to Nalanda Centre would have noticed that occasionally, little coloured ribbons were tied to the door handles. The ribbons – in orange, white or black – are used to tell the occasion at Nalanda. Orange ribbons are tied during major celebrations such as ‘Buddha Day’, ‘Dhamma Day’, and on the Society’s anniversary (‘Nalanda Day’).
Read moreWe would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the late Mr. S. R. Nathan, and to the citizens of Singapore, on the passing of the former President. Mr. Nathan passed away at 9.48pm tonight at the Singapore General Hospital, aged 92. He suffered a stroke on 31 July this year, and had been in critical condition since.
Read moreOn Sunday 31 July, the President of Selangor Buddhist Development Council (SBDC), Bro. Loka Ng, visited Nalanda Centre to present a Certificate of Appreciation to Nalanda Buddhist Society for supporting and participating in the recent Selangor State Level Wesak Celebration.
Read moreToday marks the first anniversary of Nalanda member Sis. Ooi Sock Khoong’s passing. She was an exemplary Nalandian who was very committed to Buddhist education, and had volunteered her services as a tutor at Nalanda Centre. We request all Nalandians to dedicate merits to Sis. Sock Khoong who had contributed selflessly to the Buddha-Sāsana. May she be free from suffering, and be at peace always. Sotthi.
Read moreThe dramatic and spectacular 2016 Olympiad had just come to a close. For two weeks, the world got to witness amazing displays of athleticism and human achievement. What’s more inspiring were the authentic moments of great sportsmanship and humanism.
Read moreAfter two weeks of competition, the first Olympic Games to be held in South America will draw to a close later today in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Malaysian team had their best ever performance at an Olympics by winning 4 silver medals and one bronze medal.
Read moreAt 5 years old, most little children around the world would be happily attending kindergarten and safely protected by their families; not living in fear every day of being killed.
Read moreReport and photograph from CNN International.
At 54, he has overcome cancer and the loss of half a lung — now Santiago Lange is proving once again that nothing can stop him after winning Olympic gold at Rio 2016. The Argentine, along with sailing partner Cecilia Carranza Saroli, took top spot in the Nacra 17 Mixed Multihull after a dramatic final medal race on Tuesday.
Read moreOn Saturday 18 June, the people of Seri Kembangan were again fortunate to have the opportunity of offering alms-food to monks on ‘Pindacāra’. The monthly alms-round programme was started three years ago at the Jalan Besar market here to educate the local community on the right way to support Buddhist Sangha (monastic order).
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