News & Updates

15 August 2026

From near and far, united for a wholesome cause – Nalanda Family Fun Fair

The Nalanda Family Fun Fair will be held tomorrow, Sunday 16 August, from 9am to 3pm at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang.  Final preparations are now underway, as the Organising and Working Committees, together with our dedicated volunteers near and far, work tirelessly and joyfully to put everything in place.

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15 August 2026

Celebrating India’s Independence Day

Today, India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, commemorating the nation’s journey of freedom, resilience, and progress, shaped by the vision, dedication, and contributions of generations of Indians. Nalanda Buddhist Society Malaysia extends our warmest greetings and best wishes to all our Indian friends on this joyous occasion. India is a nation of remarkable diversity, rich cultural heritage, scientific and technological advancement, and deep spiritual traditions.

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14 August 2026

3 days to Family Fun Fair: Preparation underway

The Family Fun Fair 2026 is just 3 days away! Come join the community for a day of wholesome fun to lend your support to holistic education together with your family and friends. With more than 140 stalls, the Fair offers a large variety of food, such as Laksa, Satay, Nasi Kerabu, Yong Tau Foo, fried Cempedak, Pongteh Chicken and more!

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13 August 2026

Nalanda rejoices at the inauguration of Maha Karuna Vihara

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. 

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13 August 2026

Sāvaṇa New-moon Uposatha

Today 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.

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12 August 2026

4 days to Nalanda Family Fun Fair: Visitor guide & fair map

The 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. 

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12 August 2026

Honouring a legacy, building for the future

Since 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. 

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11 August 2026

5 days to Nalanda Family Fun Fair : How to get to the Fair?

We 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.

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11 August 2026

From Movement to Stillness

On 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.

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10 August 2026

Nalanda Family Fun Fair is coming real soon!

The 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.

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