Central Tibetan Administration
Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel Addresses Closing of 15th Tibetan Religious Conference
Dharamshala: Khenpo Sonam Tenphel, Speaker of Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile as the Chief Guest, addressed the closing of the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference on 4 July 2025. The Conference organised the Department of Religion and Culture (DoR&C) of the Central Tibetan...
Department of Home Organises Exhibition at Tsuglagkhang as Part of Ghoton Celebration
Dharamshala: This morning, in celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, the Department of Home of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) organised a special Ghoton Exhibition at the courtyard of the Main Tibetan Temple (Tsuglagkhang) at 9:30...
Delegation from Friedrich Naumann Foundation Visits Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile
Dharamshala, 7 July 2025: A delegation from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF), including Dr. Carsten Klein, Regional Head of FNF South Asia; Alexandre Callegaro, Minister Counsellor and Head of Economic and Global Affairs at the German Embassy; Natalie Mayroth,...
‘Pure Visions and Spiritual Realisations’ Book Honouring His Holiness the Dalai Lama Launched on His 90th Birthday
Dharamshala: A book on His Holiness the Dalai Lama titled Pure Visions and Spiritual Realisations, authored by Mariateresa Bianca and Sherab Dhargye, was officially launched on 6 July 2025, in celebration of His Holiness’ auspicious 90th birthday. The launch...
Department of Education Organised Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday with Ghoton Exhibition at Tsuglagkhang
Dharamshala: On 7 July 2025, in celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, the Department of Education of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) organised a special Ghoton Exhibition at the courtyard of the Main Tibetan Temple (Tsuglagkhang)...
Departments of Education, Information, and Health Organise Exhibitions & Medical Camp at Tsuglagkhang as Part of Ghoton Celebration
Dharamshala: On 7 July 2025, in celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, the Department of Education of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) organised a special Ghoton Exhibition at the courtyard of the Main Tibetan Temple (Tsuglagkhang)...
Sikyong Attends Launch of Tibet Action Institute’s Report “When They Came to Take Our Children: China’s Colonial Boarding Schools and the Future of Ti...
Dharamshala: Sikyong Penpa Tsering attended the launch event of the updated report by the Tibet Action Institute (TAI), entitled “When They Came to Take Our Children: China’s Colonial Boarding Schools and the Future of Tibet,” on Saturday, 5 July...
Official Celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday
Dharamshala: With immense gratitude and admiration for His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama for his lifelong commitment to global harmony through teachings of love, compassion, and altruism — and in particular, for the preservation and promotion of Tibetan...
Statement of the Kashag on the Ninetieth Birthday of His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama
Today, on this auspicious occasion of the 90th birthday celebration of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, the crown jewel of both spiritual and temporal realms and the champion of world peace, the Kashag, representing all Tibetans in exile,...
Statement of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile on the Occasion of the Commemoration of the 90th Birthday of His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama
We are today commemorating a day of outstandingly high importance, marking the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama, the Lord of the Victorious Ones, whose name – to state it in its wholeness to spell...
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama 90th Birthday Message
Dharamshala: On the occasion of my 90th birthday, I understand that well-wishers and friends in many places, including Tibetan communities, are gathering for celebrations. I particularly appreciate the fact that many of you are using the occasion to engage...
Central Tibetan Administration Offers Long-life Prayers to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on Behalf of all Tibetan People
Dharamshala: This morning, the Kashag, the cabinet of the Central Tibetan Administration, offered prayers for his long life to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on behalf of the Tibetan people. As he reached the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple,...
His Holiness the Dalai Lama Addresses Plenary Conclusion of the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference
–dalailama.com Dharamshala: This morning the penultimate session, the eighth, of the 15th Tibetan Religious Leaders Meeting took place in the assembly hall at His Holiness’s residence. Seated at the front to the right of His Holiness were Sakya Trizin,...
Sikyong Penpa Tsering Addresses the Closing Ceremony of 15th Tibetan Religious Conference
Dharamshala: Today, on 4 July 2025, the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference successfully concluded with a brief closing ceremony attended by Chief Guest Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel and Sikyong Penpa Tsering. The ceremony was also attended by the participants of...
Empowering the Next Generation the 3rd International Tibet Youth Forum Commences in Dharamshala
Dharamshala: The Department of Information and International Relations (DIIR) of the Central Tibetan Administration officially commenced the 3rd International Tibet Youth Forum (ITYF) this morning in Dharamshala. This year’s forum brings together over 95 Tibetan youth from more than...
15th Tibetan Religious Conference Commences in Dharamshala
Dharamshala: The 15th Tibetan Religious Conference began this morning at the Dalai Lama Library and Archive in the gracious presence of several high lamas of Tibetan Buddhism and the Bon tradition, as well as the leadership of the Central...
Resolution of Heartfelt Gratitude to His Holiness the Great 14th Dalai Lama
Dharamshala: On September 24, 2011, during the 11 “Tibetan Religious Conference, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the savior and symbol of Tibet and Tibetans, Dharma King of the three realms said “As far back as 1969, I made clear...
Statement Affirming the Continuation of the Institution of Dalai Lama
On 24 September 2011, at a meeting of the heads of Tibetan spiritual traditions, I made a statement to fellow Tibetans in and outside Tibet, followers of Tibetan Buddhism, and those who have a connection with Tibet and Tibetans,...
Tibetan Community and Friends of Tibet in Vienna Pre-celebrated His Holiness 90th Birthday.
Vienna: On 28 June 2025, a deeply meaningful celebration unfolded in the heart of Vienna, Austria, as members of the Tibetan community and friends of Tibet gathered to celebrate His Holiness 90th birthday known as “Ghoton”; A traditional pre-birthday...
Kalon Tharlam Dolma Changra Attends 3rd Cultural Immersion Summer Course at Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts
Dharamshala: The opening ceremony of the third cultural immersion summer course was attended by Kalon (Minister) Tharlam Dolma Changra as the chief guest, members of TIPA and the participants including their parents. The event began at 10:00 AM, during...
Central Tibetan Administration Invokes Nechung Oracle to Pay Obeisance
Dharamshala: At a brief ceremony held this morning at Nechung Drayangling Monastery in Gangchen Kyishong, the 16th Kashag of the Central Tibetan Administration invoked Nechung, the official state oracle of the Central Tibetan Administration. The ceremony was attended by...
His Holiness the Dalai Lama Attends His 90th Birthday Celebration Organised by Dhomey Cholkha
Dharamshala: The rain that had fallen heavily during the night eased this morning as His Holiness the Dalai Lama reached the gate to his residence. He was on his way to the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple, courtyard to...
DIIR Kalon Norzin Dolma Wraps Up Six-Day Northern Germany Visit with Meaningful Diplomatic Engagements
Luneburg, Germany: Kalon (Minister) Norzin Dolma of the Department of Information and International Relations concluded her six-day official diplomatic visit to Northern Germany on 29 June 2025 marking the final chapter of a comprehensive visit aimed at deepening ties...
Kalon Norzin Dolma Engages German Officials in Democratic Dialogue Initiative
Schwerin, Germany: On the morning of 27 June 2025, Kalon (Minister) Norzin Dolma accompanied by Under Secretary Migmar Bhuti and fellow members of the South Asian delegation, commenced their visit to Schwerin with WeiBe Flotte boat tour on Lake...
Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang Addresses Inaugural U-Tsang Youth Conference
Dharamshala, 27 June 2025: The inaugural U-Tsang Youth Conference commenced on 27 June in Gopalpur, Himachal Pradesh, bringing together over 100 participants from across the globe. The conference was graced by Chief Guest Lobsang Jinpa, Secretary to the Office...
DIIR Kalon Participates in High-Level Panel Discussion on the Future of Tibetan Leadership in Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg: Kalon (Minister) Norzin Dolma of the Department of Information and International Relations (DIIR), Central Tibetan Administration, participated in a significant panel discussion on “The Future of Tibetan Leadership,” organised by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF), South...
Two-Day Parent-Teacher Association Conference of Northern Region Begins in Presence of Education Kalon
Dharamshala: The Department of Education (DoE), Central Tibetan Administration, with funding from Global Affairs Canada through Alinea International, organised a two-day workshop for representatives of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) from 27 to 28 June 2025 at the Administrative Training...
Kalon Dolma Gyari Attends Book Launch Event Held Under Tibet Policy Institute’s Ghoton Programme
Dharamshala: Earlier this morning, the Tibet Policy Institute (TPI) in Gangchen Kyishong hosted a book launch event graced by the presence of Kalon (Minister) Dolma Gyari from the Department of Security (CTA). This event was part of TPI’s programmes...
Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel Addresses 41st Birthday Celebration of Gyalwang Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje
Dharamshala: The birthday celebration of Gyalwang Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje was held in Chauntra, Himachal Pradesh, on 26 June 2025. The event was organised by the Nangchen Cultural Committee of Chauntra. Gyalwang Karmapa turns 41 years of age as...
New Report Chronicles China’s Ruthless Torture of Tibetan Political Prisoners and Disregard for Human Rights and Law
Dharamshala: On 26 June 2025, to mark this sombre International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the Human Rights Desk of the Department of Information and International Relations, Central Tibetan Administration, bring forth a report to commemorate and...

































