The year 2025 marks a significant moment in the global development of Jain Studies. Across several continents, universities and research institutions have expanded their commitment to the academic study of Jain philosophy, history, languages, and culture. What was once a small and specialised area within Indology and religious studies has now become a recognised and[…]
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Dec
Dec
The Institute of Jainology is delighted to note the appointment of Shama Tatler to the House of Lords, marking the first time a Jain has entered the UK Parliament. Her appointment is a moment of great pride for the Jain community across Britain and beyond. In a statement following the announcement, Shama expressed that it[…]
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Nov
Nov
UPDATE – 1 November 2025 The Institute of Jainology took an active part in the Nostra Aetate 60 conference in Rome, where its presentations were well received by both organisers and delegates. The sessions allowed the Jain community to set out its perspective clearly and to add substance to the ongoing Jain–Catholic relationship. Dr Mehool[…]
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Oct
Oct
Palace of Westminster, London — 16 October 2025 The Institute of Jainology (IoJ), together with the Jain All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), celebrated the 22nd Annual Ahimsa Day at the House of Commons on Thursday 16 October 2025. The evening brought together Members of Parliament, leaders from Jain and other faith communities, academics, and dignitaries from[…]
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Oct
Oct
London celebrates the Festival of Lights On a warm and sunny autumn Sunday, 12th October 2025, more than 30,000 people gathered in Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali – the Festival of Lights. The annual event, organised by the Diwali in London (DiL) Committee in partnership with the Mayor of London, has become one of the[…]
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Sep
Sep
Dear Patrons, Colleagues and Well-Wishers, It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Shri Nemubhai Chandaria OBE, who departed this world on Saturday, 27 September 2025. His loss will be deeply felt across the global Jain community, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and[…]
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Jun
Jun
We extend our deepest condolences to all those affected by the tragic crash of the Air India flight en route from Ahmedabad to London. We share in the profound sorrow felt by the families and friends of the passengers, crew, and those on the ground. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time. We[…]
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Jun
Jun
IOJ at the Vatican: Jain Voices at the 2025 Conference on Renewing and Re-igniting Hope In June 2025, representatives of the Institute of Jainology (IOJ) joined religious leaders, scholars, and delegates from Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, and Sikh traditions for a major conference hosted by the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue at the Vatican. The theme[…]
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May
May
The British Museum has launched its major new exhibition Ancient India: Living Traditions, which opened to the public on 22 May 2025. In advance of the public opening, an interfaith reception was held on 19 May in the Museum’s Great Court, bringing together leaders, faith representatives, scholars, trustees, journalists and other cultural partners. Reflecting the[…]
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May
May
The Institute of Jainology held its annual Patrons’ Dinner on Monday 12th May 2025 at Everest Abercorn in Stanmore, Middlesex. Around 100 invited guests attended the evening, which celebrated the Institute’s work and explored the evolving relationship between the UK and India. This year’s theme, “UK and India: Strengthening Trade and Innovation”, was especially timely.[…]