LUMBINI
Indians remain largest source of tourists to Nepal in September
Nepal recorded 88,248 international tourist arrivals in September, with Indians accounting for the largest share at 17,425, up 12% year-on-year. Arrivals in the first nine months of 2026 rose 6% to 865,920. Nepal and northeast India also agreed to develop a Buddhist and cultural tourism circuit linking Lumbini with eight northeastern states.
Authorities warn of fresh rainfall in Nepal's flood-affected areas; threats rescue ops
Nepal's meteorology department warns of fresh rainfall and thunderstorms in flood-affected areas. Ongoing rescue and relief operations face disruption from the worsening crisis. An ice-rock avalanche caused a torrent of water, mud, and debris downstream. Over 600 people have died, and more than 2,400 remain missing. Rescuers continue operations amid fears of another wave of flooding.
Nepal floods spook Indian tourists, disrupt holiday plans and trigger travel cancellations
Indian travel cancellations to Nepal are rising due to flood visuals. Tour operators face significant losses as bookings drop sharply. Families are prioritizing safety and choosing alternative destinations for holidays. Road closures are forcing travel agencies to cancel existing bookings. This situation impacts popular tourist spots like Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Armed forces personnel from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka to take part in bike expedition from Lumbini to Colombo
Armed force personnel from India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka will participate in a bike expedition in October, covering the Buddhist Circuit from Lumbini in Nepal to Colombo in Sri Lanka. Organized by the governments of the three nations and the Royal Thai Monastery, the expedition will traverse seven Indian states and include a journey aboard an Indian Navy ship. The expedition aims to trace significant locations related to Gautam Buddha.
Aircraft carrying 59 people skids off runway in Nepal; No injuries: media report
A Buddha Air flight with 59 people aboard skidded off the runway while landing in Lumbini province, Nepal. No injuries were reported. Flight no. 805 got stuck in mud at Gautam Buddha Airport while landing. Everyone was safely evacuated, and the airport is closed with the plane on the runway, according to Rupandehi District Police Spokesperson Manohar Prasad Bhatta via The Kathmandu Post.
In Nepal, PM Modi invokes common heritage, shared Buddhist values
Addressing a gathering at Lumbini alongside Deuba, Modi said, "The growing and strengthening friendship between India and Nepal will work for the benefit of entire humanity amid the kind of global situation that is emerging today. The devotion to Lord Buddha binds us together, and makes us members of one family."
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India and Nepal's ever-strengthening friendship will benefit entire humanity in emerging global situation: PM Modi
"India and Nepal's ever-strengthening friendship and our closeness will benefit the entire humanity in the kind of global conditions that are emerging," Modi said while addressing the International Buddhist Conference.
PM Modi holds bilateral talks with his Nepalese counterpart Sher Bahadur Deuba in Lumbini
"PM @narendramodi holds bilateral talks with PM @SherBDeuba in Lumbini. Opportunity to strengthen ongoing cooperation and develop new areas in our multifaceted partnership," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted.
PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Centre of Buddhist Culture and Heritage in Lumbini today
Also, on the occasion, the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC)is hosting a colourful programme for the Vaishakha Buddha Purnima Divas celebrations in New Delhi. The highlight will be the screening of a film on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foundation-stone laying ceremony, earlier in the day for the Centre for Buddhist Culture and Heritage at Lumbini, Nepal.
PM Modi prays at Maya Devi temple in Nepal's Lumbini; seeks Budhha's blessings for peaceful planet
"Beginning the Nepal visit with prayers at the sacred Maya Devi Temple, Lumbini," the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) tweeted. "On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, both Prime Ministers offered pooja and prayers at the sacred Mayadevi temple in Lumbini, the birth place of Gautam Buddha," Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Twitter.
PM Modi arrives in Lumbini on Buddha Purnima; to hold talks with Nepalese counterpart
Modi, who is in the Himalayan nation at the invitation of Deuba, is paying a day-long visit to Lumbini on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. It is the prime minister's fifth visit to Nepal since 2014. Modi and his entourage arrived here on a special Indian Air Force helicopter from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh.
PM Modi to visit Lumbini in Nepal on Buddha Purnima
Modi will visit the Himalayan nation at the invitation of Deuba, according to Nepal Prime Minister's Press advisor Anil Pariyar.
PM Modi's Nepal visit will strengthen age-old socio-cultural bonds between two countries: Foreign Ministry
Prime Minister Modi and Deuba will participate in a prayer at the sacred Mayadevi Temple, lay the foundation stone for the construction of a centre for Buddhist culture and heritage at the Monastic Zone in Lumbini, and address a special ceremony being organised on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Jayanti in Lumbini, the Foreign Ministry said.
PM Modi to visit Lumbini in Nepal on May 16
"At Lumbini, the prime minister will visit the sacred Mayadevi temple to offer prayers. The prime minister will also deliver an address at a Buddha Jayanti event organised by the Lumbini Development Trust under the aegis of the Government of Nepal," the MEA said.
Prime Minister Modi’s Lumbini visit to promote soft power in neighbourhood
Modi along with Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba will lay a foundation stone for a Buddhist Vihara, being built with Indian assistance, in Lumbini, ET has learnt. He is expected to travel from Kushinagar international airport to Lumbini.
PM Modi to visit Lumbini in Nepal on Buddha Purnima
Modi along with Nepalese PM Sher Bahadur Deuba will lay a foundation stone for a Buddhist Vihara, being built with Indian assistance, in Lumbini. He is expected to travel from Kushinagar international airport to Lumbini.
Judgement in 2007 Hyderabad twin bomb blasts case tomorrow
According to the prosecution, Aneeq Shafique Sayeed allegedly planted the bomb at Lumbini Park while Riyaz Bhatkal planted the bomb at Gokul Chat while the unexploded bomb was planted by Ismail Chowdhari.
Follow in Buddha's footsteps, visit Bihar & Sikkim
Walk the path of religion. Start the trail with Gautam Buddha's birthplace in Lumbini and then through to Kushinagar where Buddha attained nirvana.
China extends support to Nepal to develop Buddha's birthplace
Siddhartha Gautama, the Lord Buddha, was born in 623 B.C. in the famous gardens of Lumbini, which has been declared as heritage site by UNESCO.
PM Modi regrets calling off visit to Janakpur, Lumbini, Muktinath during Nepal visit
PM Modi said he regretted "inconvenience" and "despair" among Nepalese people after he called off his planned visit Janakpur, Lumbini and Muktinath.
PM Narendra Modi not to visit Janakpur during Nepal tour
He was also keen to visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, and another sacred Hindu pilgrimage site, Muktinath, located in the southern mountainous region.
PM Narendra Modi unlikely to visit Lumbini, Janakpur during Nepal trip
Prime Minister Modi is likely to announce separate packages of assistance for the development of Pashupati, Lumbini and Janakpur during the visit.
Buddha, a 'prince of Indian sub-continent', says Aung San Suu Kyi
Suu Kyi, who visited Lumbini - Lord Buddha's birthplace, said "Siddhartha was the prince of the Indian sub-continent," and everybody should be proud of him.
India dismisses reports of setting up check points in Nepal
Both countries had discussed setting up such immigration check points in their respective territories at these two point along the India-Nepal border.
Security stepped up in Lumbini, other Buddhist centres
Nepal has stepped up security in Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha, with security personnel frisking every tourist.
Nepal steps up security at all Buddhist shrines
Nepal today stepped up security at all of its Buddhist shrines, a day after 10 low-intensity serial blasts rocked Bodh Gaya.
Buddha's birthplace Lumbini to be made world tourism destination
Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha will be made a major worldwide tourism destination with the Nepal Tourism Board organising a special event this year to popularise the pilgrimage centre.
'India should be cautious about Chinese interest in Lumbini'
Karan Singh said New Delhi should remain cautious about it as Lumbini, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is situated close.
Direct flights between Lumbini and Colombo likely
A direct air link between Lumbini in Nepal, the birth place of Lord Buddha, to the Sri Lankan capital is on the anvil to boost tourism among the countries.
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