News & Updates

27 April 2026

BPS404 – Higher Certificate in Buddhist Studies

Nalanda Institute Malaysia is offering a 12-session Higher Certificate course in Buddhist Studies commencing 27 June 2026 at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. This course consists of six modules including Buddhist history, concept of humanity & sociology, polity & economics, arts & culture, and a Tipitaka workshop.  Participants who have completed the BPS 3-series Buddhist Studies are welcome to enroll into this 5-month course to further your learning and understanding.

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27 April 2026

Rediscovering Kedah Tua through Buddhist inscriptions

On Saturday 25 April, Nalanda Institute Malaysia was honourd to host a special lecture by Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies at International Buddhist College, attended by over 80 Dhamma friends and history enthusiasts. The session brought participants on a journey through the discoveries of the Bujang Valley, shedding light on the ancient civilisation known as Kedah Tua, which flourished between the 2nd and 14th centuries CE. 

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26 April 2026

Library closed for special exhibition

Please be informed that Pustaka Nalanda will be closed starting tomorrow until 31 December 2026 as the venue will be hosting a special exhibition on the life of Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda as we observe his 20th memorial this year. The Library was previously the main Dhamma Hall before the Centre's expansion to the current premises, and played host to Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda during his visits.

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25 April 2026

12th National Nalanda Members’ Convention

Next weekend, Nalanda members will convene in Wisdom Park to align ourselves with Nalanda’s educational philosophy and discuss how we can serve others while cultivating ourselves in a more sustainable manner.

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24 April 2026

Youths move forward with togetherness on Youth Members Day

On Sunday 19 April, Nalanda Youth Centre members gathered for Youth Members Day. The youths started the gathering by warmly welcoming several new youth members who have participated and contributed actively to the Youth Centre.

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23 April 2026

Earth Day Sunday Morning Service

We invite you to join us to commemorate Earth Day at Nalanda Centre this Sunday 26 April, to give back to Mother Earth and contribute back to the community. The programme which will be joined by Sunday Service devotees, Dhamma School facilitators & students, and Youth Centre, starts at 8am with chanting and a Dhamma sharing by Sis. See Hui Shien, followed by outdoor service.

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22 April 2026

Our power, our planet

Power can be used for great woe; power can also be used for great wonder. As we mark Earth Day today on 22 April, let us reflect on our deep dependence on Mother Earth and renew our commitment to safeguarding her for future generations. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the energy we consume, and the natural resources we rely on are shared by all. Meaningful change, therefore, begins with each of us through our everyday habits and decisions.

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21 April 2026

Fostering the spirit of giving through Pindacāra

On Saturday 18 April, Nalanda members and volunteers resumed the monthly Pindacāra (alms-round) at Pasar Basah Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan, after a brief pause for festival observances and a members’ retreat. The market community warmly welcomed the Sangha members, stepping forward with gladness and respect to offer alms. It was heartening to witness how simple acts of kindness inspired others to come forward to give on their own initiative.

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21 April 2026

Step into our rich Malaysian Buddhist heritage

Nalanda Institute Malaysia is honoured to host a special lecture by Dr. Ooi Eng Jin, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies in International Buddhist College. Dr. Ooi will bring to light the fascinating world of early Buddhist inscriptions discovered in Kedah Tua – one of Southeast Asia’s oldest civilisations.

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20 April 2026

UPM Buddhist Society one-day learning camp at Nalanda

On Saturday 18 April, 30 members of Persatuan Buddhist University Putra Malaysia (PBUPM) held a one-day learning camp at Nalanda Centre. Being in close proximity to UPM, we were glad to host the students once again and to provide a conducive environment for their learning and training.

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