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Bodh Gaya Election Results 2025: RJD leader Kumar Sarvjeet wins by margin of 881 votes
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 04:58 PM ISTBodh Gaya Election Results 2025 LIVE: Rashtriya Janata Dal’s Kumar Sarvjeet, Lok Janshakti Party’s (Ram Vilas) Shyamdeo Paswan and Jan Suraaj Party’s (JSP) Lakshman Manjhi are the main candidates in the Bodh Gaya constituency in Bihar.
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7 must-visit unique places to explore in Bihar
Lifestyle | Sep 04, 2025, 02:12 PM ISTEveryone dreams of traveling to the mountains or exploring beaches, but did you know Bihar hides some of the most breathtaking sights of its own? If you are planning a trip to this ancient land, here are 7 must-visit gems that showcase the rich history, culture, and beauty of Bihar.
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Sri Lankan President Dissanayake visits Mahabodhi temple in Gaya | WATCH
Bihar | Dec 17, 2024, 02:08 PM ISTUpon his arrival, Dissanayake was received by senior government officials at the Gaya Airport. Subsequently, the Sri Lankan President visited the Mahabodhi temple where he was warmly received by Buddhist monks.
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From Vishnupad to Mahabodhi: 5 famous temples to visit in Bihar's Bodh Gaya | Check here
Travel | Jul 23, 2024, 04:22 PM ISTExplore the spiritual heart of Bihar with a visit to five renowned temples in Bodh Gaya, from the historic Vishnupad to the revered Mahabodhi. Know about the rich cultural and religious heritage that makes this city a sacred pilgrimage destination.
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Visiting Bihar during Chhath Puja? Check out 5 tourist places to explore
Travel | Nov 15, 2023, 11:59 AM ISTBihar has much more to offer in terms of cultural, religious, and historical attractions. Each destination in Bihar has its unique charm and significance, making it a diverse and interesting state for travelers.
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Bihar: Massive fire sweeps through vegetable market in Bodh Gaya, over 100 shops gutted
Bihar | Apr 11, 2023, 06:26 PM ISTBihar fire: The police said that at least 5 to 6 motorcycles were also burnt in the fire, however, no casualties were reported.
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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar meets Dalai Lama in Bodh Gaya, offers prayers at famous Maha Bodhi temple
India | Dec 30, 2022, 05:42 PM ISTNitish Kumar meets Dalai Lama: Following the meeting, Kumar went to the Maha Bodhi temple, situated at the site where the Buddha is said to have attained Enlightenment.
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Chinese woman, suspected of spying Dalai Lama, detained in Bihar's Bodh Gaya
India | Dec 29, 2022, 07:48 PM ISTChinese 'spy' detained: Sources said that the alleged spy, named Sang Zeolone, was present during the sermon of the Dalai Lama during the Kaal Chakra Puja in Gaya a few days ago but disappeared.
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Gaya-based businessman 'buys' land on Moon
News | Jul 15, 2020, 10:26 AM ISTA businessman, Neeraj Kumar from Gaya bought a piece of land on the Moon.
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Mahabodhi temple in Gaya wears deserted look ahead of Buddha Jayanti
News | May 05, 2020, 09:46 PM ISTFamous Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya wore a deserted look ahead of Buddha Jayanti as the third phase of lockdown continues.
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This IRCTC tour will take you one step closer to Buddha: Complete details of Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train package
Travel | Aug 03, 2019, 01:34 PM ISTWant to know about Buddha more closely? This IRCTC tour package will take you to places where Buddha was born, gained enlightenment, first taught, and attained Nirvana. The Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train will let you discover the path of enlightenment, towards Buddha.
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Body of Australian tourist found hanging from tree in Bodh Gaya, suicide note found
India | Nov 03, 2018, 05:42 PM ISTCity Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar said the body has been identified as that of Heath Allan (33), a resident of Westmead, a suburb of Sydney in Australia.
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Bihar: Buddhist monk held for alleged sexual abuse of 15 boys in Bodh Gaya
India | Aug 30, 2018, 08:03 AM ISTThe monk ran an institution called "Prasanna Jyoti Buddhist School and Meditation Centre" at Mastipur village in Bodh Gaya where the 15 children - all hailing from Karbi Anglong district in Assam - were studying.
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Bihar: Amid tight security for Dalai Lama, two bombs found in Bodh Gaya
India | Jan 20, 2018, 10:58 AM ISTA burst thermos flask was found in the kitchen, during the operations. This might have caused the sound, the IGP said.
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Thai PM visits Bodh Gaya; offers prayer at Mahabodhi Temple
India | Jun 19, 2016, 08:38 AM ISTGaya/Patna: Thailand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha today visited Bodh Gaya and offered prayer at Mahabodhi Temple in Bihar's Gaya district. "Thailand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was welcomed by PHED and Law minister Kirshnandan Verma
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Bihar polls: After Paswan, Manjhi's son-in-law turns rebel
National | Sep 29, 2015, 09:15 PM ISTPatna: Close on the heels of LJP chief Ramvilas Paswan's son-in-law rebelling against him, the son-in-law of Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) chief Jitan Ram Manjhi also went against him and filed nomination as an Independent
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PM Modi's Visit to Bihar Was Bad Omen: Lalu Prasad
National | Sep 11, 2015, 10:18 PM ISTPatna: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad today said Bihar is facing a rainfall deficit after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the state last month."Modi's visit to Bihar was a curse. Modi's feet are
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Nitish Kumar doesn't meet PM Modi over other engagements
National | Sep 05, 2015, 06:15 PM ISTPatna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday did not meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Bodh Gaya, as he had other engagements and the PMO did not consult the state government before
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PM Modi offers prayer at Mahabodhi temple in Bodh Gaya
National | Sep 05, 2015, 11:20 PM ISTPatna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bodh Gaya on Saturday and prayed at the Mahabodhi temple, Buddhism's holiest shrine, an official said."Soon after arriving at Gaya airport , Modi went straight to the 1,500-year-old Mahabodhi
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PM Modi in Bodh Gaya, to attend international Buddhist conclave
National | Sep 05, 2015, 11:28 AM ISTPatna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bihar's Gaya district on Saturday to attend the concluding ceremony of the three-day international Buddhist conclave in Bodh Gaya, officials said.Modi was received by the Bihar governor Ram