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Tibetan government-in-exile reiterate call to release Panchen Lama
Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, the 11th Panchen Lama, considered by Tibetans to be second only to the Dalai Lama, was abducted by China in 1995 when he was only six-years-old. He was born in Chinese occupied Tibet on April 25, 1989
Did Dalai Lama ‘quietly’ cancel JD Vance meeting after Pope Francis' death?
A report about Buddhist leader Dalai Lama ‘quietly’ canceling a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance after Pope Francis' death surfaced on Monday
Updated on Apr 22, 2025 01:17 PM IST
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Compassion, values may lead to a more peaceful world: Dalai Lama at Freedom Trail in Arunachal
The six-day ‘Freedom Trail’ commemorated the historic escape of the 14th Dalai Lama from Tibet in 1959, concluded on Saturday at Dzongtse Pungteng
Published on Apr 06, 2025 03:26 PM IST
Damien Lepcha
China lacked political will to resolve Tibet issue: Dalai Lama in his book
The exiled spiritual leader’s latest book, “Voice for the Voiceless”, was released earlier this month. In the book, he says that despite two series of dialogues (1979-1989 and 2002-2010), Beijing did not move beyond the five points presented by Hu Yaobang (former general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party), all pertaining to the Dalai Lama’s status
China’s Tibet strategy: Co-opt the Dalai Lama or control his successor?
This article is authored by Hriday Sarma. senior fellow, South Asia Democratic Forum, Brussels.
Published on Mar 23, 2025 09:00 AM IST
Dalai Lama hints at living till 110 years or beyond, cites dream indications
The spiritual leader, during his teachings at the Tsuglagkhang Temple in Mcleodganj, said that in his remaining years he is determined to continue to serve the Dharma and beings as best he can
His place, in a free world
The Dalai Lama’s remarks about his reincarnation has given a new twist to the succession issue — and to the Tibetan movement
Published on Mar 16, 2025 07:53 PM IST
HT Editorial
Dalai Lama says will be reborn in ‘the free world’
The Dalai Lama, turning 90, asserts his successor will be born in the "free world" and urges rejection of any choice made by Beijing.
Published on Mar 13, 2025 06:00 AM IST
Dalai Lama urges followers to reject any successor chosen by China
In new book, Voice for the Voiceless, released in the UK and the US on March 11, Tibetan spiritual leader has said that his successor will be born in the ‘free world’, not China.
Tibetan parliament-in-exile warn against Chinese interference in Dalai Lama succession
The Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile asserts the recognition of lamas' reincarnations is a Tibetan tradition, rejecting China's interference as outlined in a recent white paper.
China slams Dalai Lama, says Beijing will choose his successor
In his new book, the 14th Dalai Lama claims that his successor would be born in “a free world” which was outside China.
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 02:17 PM IST
Dalai Lama says his successor to be born outside China
INDIA-DALAI LAMA/CHINA (PIX):Dalai Lama says his successor to be born outside China
Published on Mar 11, 2025 08:01 AM IST
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Tibetan cabinet reiterates mid-way approach of Dalai Lama to resolve China-Tibet conflict
Tibetan cabinet reiterates mid-way approach of Dalai Lama to resolve China-Tibet conflict
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 04:30 PM IST
PTI |
Centre extends Z-category security cover to Dalai Lama
A detailed security audit is being carried out by CRPF which has been assigned to take over the Dalai Lama’s security from the Himachal Pradesh police
Published on Feb 13, 2025 06:22 PM IST
Dalai Lama’s elder brother Gyalo Thondup dies at 97
Thondup was 97 and had been suffering from age-related ailments for a long time; he lived with his two sons and their families near St Philomena’s School in Kalimpong
Published on Feb 10, 2025 05:22 AM IST
Dalai Lama’s elder brother Gyalo Thondup, key leader in China talks, dies at 97
Thondup died at his home in Kalimpong, a hill town in the Himalayan foothills of eastern West Bengal state, on Saturday evening, media reports said.
Published on Feb 09, 2025 12:49 PM IST
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Tibetans born in India after 1987 are eligible voters in India: Himachal speaker
The delegation’s visit was a courtesy call to express gratitude for the unwavering support provided by the Indian government and the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly to the Tibetan community
Published on Feb 04, 2025 05:56 AM IST
Shailee Dogra, Shimla
Dalai Lama’s new book offers insights into decades-long dealings with China
The book, Voice for the Voiceless: Over Seven Decades of Struggle With China For My Land and My People, releases on March 11.
Decades of dwindling: Drop in Tibetan arrivals raise concerns
The current trickle of Tibetan arrivals is in stark contrast to the 1990s and early 2000s when thousands would arrive annually from Tibet
‘Not Xizang’: Tibet govt-in-exile slams China’s ‘propaganda’
After the strong earthquake levelled thousands of houses and killed over 100 people in Tibet on Tuesday, Tibet was referred to as ’Xizang’ or China’s Xizang, in Chinese media coverage
India’s condolence message on Tibet quake makes no reference to China
Ninety-five people were killed and 130 others were injured after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck the foothills of the Himalayas near Shigatse.
Updated on Jan 08, 2025 02:45 AM IST
Elon Musk reacts to Indian-origin BBC reporter’s old interview with Dalai Lama
An old video of the Dalai Lama’s interview with an Indian-origin BBC reporter has resurfaced on social media amid the ongoing debate on immigration
Published on Jan 06, 2025 12:17 PM IST
Gandhi Jayanti 2024: Famous personalities inspired by Bapu's life and words
Gandhi Jayanti this year, marks Bapu's 155th birth anniversary. On the momentous occasion, here's taking a look at notable personalities inspired by his life
Published on Oct 02, 2024 01:51 PM IST
Dimple Yadav meets Dalai Lama in Dharamshala: ‘We support cause of Tibet’
'I have come here with a spiritual purpose. His Highness Dalai Lama is here today for his 'darshan'. So, I came to visit him," the Samajwadi Party MP said.
Published on Sep 07, 2024 04:34 PM IST
Countries should accept Tibet’s historic status as independent nation: Penpa Tsering
Tsering questioned the logic of countries accepting Tibet as a part of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) while simultaneously pushing talks between the Dalai Lama and the Chinese government
Published on Sep 03, 2024 02:10 PM IST
US reiterates need for direct talks between Dalai Lama and China
Christopher Elms, the spokesperson of US embassy in New Delhi, said US president Joe Biden had in July signed the Resolve Tibet Act into a law because we agree with the sentiment of the law that it is there to protect the human rights of the Tibetan people
Dalai Lama returns to Dharamshala after knee surgery in US
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama was welcomed by his devotees and well-wishers who had gathered outside the Gaggal airport and many were seen beating drums and performing traditional dances
Dalai Lama’s visiting chair to be set up at Panjab University
The chair will help nurture and promote Buddhist response to contemporary issues, study of Tibetan and Pali Buddhist texts, Tibetan Buddhist art and architecture, and Buddhist philosophy
Updated on Aug 20, 2024 08:48 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Dharamshala’s Tibetan tide ebbs, arrivals fall steeply amid China’s strict border vigil
Only around 10 to 15 Tibetans trickle into Dharamshala annually now, down massively from nearly 3,000 a decade ago
Imposing on questions of faith will get China nowhere
It is high time for other countries to step up and clarify their stance on whether the Tibetan people have the right to religious belief and the freedom to choose their own religious leaders, thereby helping prevent China from creating an embarrassing situation for itself.
Published on Aug 15, 2024 09:27 PM IST
Dhundup Gyalpo