News & Updates

14 February 2026

A meaningful tradition of gratitude and forgiveness

In every home, society, or community, there are endearing and wholesome traditions that bring people together.  For Nalanda members, one such cherished tradition is taking leave from the society’s leaders and teachers before returning home for Chinese New Year.

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13 February 2026

Inspiring a nation in Walk for Peace

A group of Buddhist monks and their rescue dog Aloka captivated a nation in their 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” from Fort Worth, Texas to the capital Washington, D.C. Led by Bhikkhu Pannakara, the Vice President of Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Centre in Fort Worth, Texas, the group completed their arduous journey on 11 February 2026 with a Peace Gathering at the Lincoln Memorial.

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13 February 2026

Nalanda Centre closed for Lunar New Year

We would like to inform you that that Nalanda Centre, Youth Centre and Pustaka Nalanda (the Library) in Sri Serdang will be closed for a week from Saturday, 14 February to Saturday, 21 February in conjunction with Lunar New Year celebrations.

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12 February 2026

Registration closed for Dhamma Workshop with Ven. Kittisobhano

Registration for the Dhamma workshop with Ven. Kittisobhano on 11 & 12 April 2026 is now closed due to overwhelming response. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to welcoming participants to Nalanda Centre in April!

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12 February 2026

A morning of alms, mindfulness, and merit

On Saturday 7 February 2026, Nalanda KL Branch members and volunteers hosted the monthly Pindacāra at the OUG and Happy Garden morning markets. The bustling markets were filled with festive cheer as the community prepared to welcome the Chinese New Year. Many marketgoers and stall operators came ready to offer alms to the Sangha members.

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11 February 2026

Special forum in Family Dhamma School JB

On Saturday 7 February 2026, the parents and students of Nalanda Family Dhamma School Johor Bahru gathered for a heartwarming and inspiring learning session, featuring a special forum on welcoming the Lunar New Year with kind hearts. Moderated by Sis. Wicia Fong, the forum guided families to reflect on the deeper meaning of the New Year beyond festivities and traditions.

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10 February 2026

Dhamma Workshop with Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano

Nalanda Buddhist Society is organising a Dhamma Workshop with Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano on 11 & 12 April at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang.  Discover how to live the Truth in daily life and experience true freedom through inner transformation.

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9 February 2026

Ven. Pemaratana expounds benefits of mettā

On Wednesday 4 February 2026, we joyfully welcomed Ven. Dr. S. Pemaratana back to Nalanda Centre for guided meditation and a Dhamma teaching. Ven. Pemaratana led devotees in mettā meditation, radiating loving-kindness to ourselves and others.

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8 February 2026

Nalanda Bulletin Issue No. 73

Nalanda Bulletin Issue No. 73 (February 2026 edition) is now available for collection at Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang, and will be available at our branches in Happy Garden, Johor Bahru and Sungai Petani within the week.

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7 February 2026

Bujang Valley study tour concludes at Taiping Insight Meditation Society

On Monday 2 February 2026, as a meaningful conclusion to the enriching study tour to Bujang Valley, Nalanda members and devotees visited the Taiping Insight Meditation Society (TIMS) on their journey back to Kuala Lumpur.  The group received a warm welcome from Bro. Lim, Sis. Lay Hoon, and members of the society.

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