- Nomination of Sarnath for UNESCO World Heritage List: India has officially nominated Sarnath for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2025–26 cycle. The site holds immense historical and spiritual significance as the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dhammachakra Pravartana). It is also closely associated with Emperor Ashoka, who erected the iconic Lion Capital Pillar—now India’s national emblem—and commissioned several monastic structures, including the Dhamek Stupa. (October, 2025)
- Hockey Asia Cup Held in Rajgir (Ancient Capital of Magadha): The 12th Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship was hosted at the Rajgir International Stadium. Rajgir, historically known as Rajagriha, served as the first capital of the Magadha kingdom and remains a site of major historical and cultural significance in ancient Indian history. (October, 2025)
- Inauguration of New Nalanda University Campus: A new campus of Nalanda University was inaugurated near the ancient ruins in Rajgir, Bihar. The historic Nalanda Mahavihara was one of the world’s earliest residential universities and a renowned centre of learning in ancient and medieval Magadha, attracting scholars from across Asia for studies in philosophy, science, and Buddhist traditions. (July, 2025)
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- Nomination of Sarnath for UNESCO World Heritage List: India has officially nominated Sarnath for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the 2025–26 cycle. The site holds immense historical and spiritual significance as the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dhammachakra Pravartana). It is also closely associated with Emperor Ashoka, who erected the iconic Lion Capital Pillar—now India’s national emblem—and commissioned several monastic structures, including the Dhamek Stupa. (October, 2025)
- Hockey Asia Cup Held in Rajgir (Ancient Capital of Magadha): The 12th Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship was hosted at the Rajgir International Stadium. Rajgir, historically known as Rajagriha, served as the first capital of the Magadha kingdom and remains a site of major historical and cultural significance in ancient Indian history. (October, 2025)
- Inauguration of New Nalanda University Campus: A new campus of Nalanda University was inaugurated near the ancient ruins in Rajgir, Bihar. The historic Nalanda Mahavihara was one of the world’s earliest residential universities and a renowned centre of learning in ancient and medieval Magadha, attracting scholars from across Asia for studies in philosophy, science, and Buddhist traditions. (July, 2025)
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