These Iconic Places In Rajgir Will Make Your Visit Memorable
The word Rajgir means the ‘city of kings’ and was identical to its name. It was one of the most powerful places in ancient India and it served as the capital city of the Mauryan Empire for a long period. The Province under which it was flourishing was Magadh which was one of the most powerful Mahajanpads. It is believed that at the time of Mahabharat, King Jarasandh was its ruler and was an important province to be indulged in the war of Mahabharat.
Jun 28, 2024, 16:20 PM IST
Bihar To Get Its Lost Glory Back? PM Modi Inaugurates New Campus Of Nalanda University; Check Stunning Photos
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University during his day-long Bihar visit. In Bihar for the day, the Prime Minister visited the ruins of Nalanda. The ruins of Nalanda were declared a UN Heritage Site in 2016. "It’s a very special day for our education sector. At around 10:30 AM today, the new campus of the Nalanda University would be inaugurated at Rajgir. Nalanda has a strong connect with our glorious past. This university will surely go a long way in catering to the educational needs of the youth," said PM Modi earlier today.
Jun 19, 2024, 07:14 AM IST
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's dream project 'glass floor bridge' at Rajgir to open in March; check pics
The construction work of 'nature safri' in Bihar's Rajgir is almost complete. This nature park is considered as the dream project of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar.
Dec 20, 2020, 14:14 PM IST
Nitish Kumar unveils 70 ft tall Lord Buddha's statue in Rajgir
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Sunday unveiled a 70-feet tall statue of Lord Buddha at Rajgir in Nalanda district.
Nov 25, 2018, 19:32 PM IST
Dalai Lama describes himself as 'son of India'
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama today described himself as a "son of India" and hailed the secularism prevailing in the country.
Mar 17, 2017, 19:02 PM IST
