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China reiterates control over reincarnation; Dalai Lama denies efforts at control

This comes after Dalai Lama declared that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a non-profit institution he established, has the sole authority to recognise his future reincarnation.

China objects to Dalai Lama’s plan, says ‘seal of approval’ must

China rejects the Dalai Lama's succession plan, demanding approval for future incarnations. The Dalai Lama asserts only the Gaden Phodrang Trust has authority. Beijing cites the "Golden Urn" process, which the Tibetan side denounces as a distorted method and...

No written succession instructions yet; successor can be any gender: Dalai Lama Trust official

The Dalai Lama is in good health. His successor's gender and nationality are not restricted. The Dalai Lama has not issued succession instructions. He desires to visit Tibet without preconditions if his health permits, but does not plan to...

How will the Dalai Lama’s successor be chosen?

The Dalai Lama, turning 90, will have his successor chosen by the Gaden Phodrang Trust, his organization, with the reincarnation likely born outside China. China claims the right to choose, but Tibetans and the Dalai Lama oppose this. India...

Dalai Lama affirms institution will continue, rules out China’s role in reincarnation

The 14th Dalai Lama confirmed the Dalai Lama lineage will continue and that China has no authority in identifying the next reincarnation. The decision followed global requests, and the Gaden Phodrang Trust holds sole recognition power. The announcement was...

Gaden Phodrang Trust has sole authority to recognise future reincarnation: Dalai Lama

Tibetan Spiritual Leader, the Dalai Lama, has stated that the Gaden Phodrang Trust can only recognise future reincarnations, and no one else has the authority to decide on the matter.

Buddhist Nechung’s oracle comes in form to bless Tibetan government in-exile ahead of Dalai Lama’s birthday

Ahead of the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration, the Tibetan Buddhist oracle, Nechung, comes in the form this morning to bless leaders of the Tibetan government-in-exile here. President of Central Tibetan Administration of Tibetan government in-exile, Penpa Tsering, ministers...

Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, as per Tibetan calendar, celebrated with vibrant festivities in Dharamshala

The celebration on June 30 is based on the dates as per the Tibetan calendar, whereas, according to the Gregorian calendar, the birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama falls on July 6.

Dalai Lama attends prayers at Dharamshala ahead of 90th birthday

Tibetans are celebrating the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday with prayers, cultural events, and rituals. A long life prayer ceremony and key discussions on his reincarnation are planned. Celebrations will continue in Delhi with global Buddhist leaders and scholars attending...

Tibetans gear up to celebrate Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, preparations in full swing

A Few parliamentarians in exile and other members of the organising committee arrive at Kangra Airport to welcome spiritual gurus who are coming to attend the 90th birthday celebration of the 14th Dalai Lama.

Taipei exhibition exposes China’s brutal oppression of Tibetans, Uyghurs, and Hongkongers

This exhibition, the inaugural event organised by the Human Rights Network for Tibet and Taiwan (HRNTT), was launched on Saturday morning at Xinfu Market, a cultural hub located in Taipei's Wanhua District. It is named "From the Snowy Ridges...

“Abode of Lord Shiva; centre of faith and devotion in every tradition”: PM Modi on resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

"After a long time, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has had an auspicious re-start. Kailash Mansarovar, that is the abode of Lord Shiva. Kailash is considered the centre of faith and devotion in every tradition; be it Hindu, Buddhist or...

Tibetan Americans, US Congress celebrate Tibet Lobby Day, Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday

Congressman Jim McGovern stated, "I have long been inspired by the Dalai Lama; his dedication to patience and charity as a person has influenced me deeply."

Dalai Lama’s 90th birth anniversary to be celebrated with global event in Delhi

The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) will hold a special event on Sunday, July 13, at the Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi to celebrate the 90th birth anniversary of the 14th Dalai Lama.

Global Human Rights Groups call out China at UN for ongoing persecution of lawyers

A global coalition of rights groups at the UNHRC condemned China's ongoing persecution of human rights lawyers, marking 10 years since the "709 Crackdown." They highlighted cases of imprisonment, disappearances, and family harassment, urging stronger international action against China's...

CTA report exposes systematic torture and deaths of Tibetan political prisoners under Chinese rule

The document titled "Torture Deaths of Tibetan Political Prisoners" seeks to document these tragedies and convey the suffering of Tibetan political prisoners who have died due to Chinese oppression.

Tibetan leader concludes UK visit with strong appeal for Tibet at UK Parliament, urges policy shift and global support

During his address, Sikyong Penpa Tsering highlighted the need for the international community, especially the UK, to acknowledge and assist non-violent movements like Tibet's.

UK: Tibetan leader urges cultural awareness, recalls Tibet’s history before China’s 1959 occupation

While speaking to the attendees on June 22, Sikyong Penpa Tsering shared vital topics and stories regarding Tibet with the students, starting with the impact of the collision between the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates that resulted in the...

Tibetan leader highlights Tibet’s global relevance in London, urges youth to defend identity and history

Tibetan leader Penpa Tsering, during a UK visit, urged Tibetan youth to understand their history, stressed Tibet's global importance, and called for dialogue with China. He also warned against blind cooperation with China, highlighting the need to protect Tibetan...

ETGE slams US envoy’s meeting with Chinese Minister linked to Uyghur genocide

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) firmly denounced the recent meeting between US Ambassador to China David Perdue and Wang Xiaohong, China's Minister of Public Security and a key figure in the ongoing genocide against Uyghurs and other...

Dalai Lama to make announcement about his reincarnation during upcoming Tibetan Religious Conference

The Tibetan Buddhist leaders will attend the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference from July 2-4 in the North Indian hill town of Dharamshala.

Hundreds celebrate International Yoga Day in Beijing

The event began with a soulful kirtan and continued with an energizing session of the Common Yoga Protocol, officially marking the start of the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations at the Old Chancery complex.

Kailash Manasarovar Yatris celebrate International Day of Yoga in Tibet

Pilgrims on the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, a sacred journey to Mount Kailash in Tibet, marked the International Day of Yoga 2025 by performing yoga sessions in Bainang County, Tibet Autonomous Region.

Dalai Lama congratulates Mongolia’s new PM Zandanshatar Gombojav

The 14th Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader, extended his warm congratulations to Zandanshatar Gombojav on his election as Prime Minister of Mongolia.

Tibetans, Chinese activists hold peaceful protest in Geneva amid UNHRC session, highlight China’s repression

On June 16, as the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC 59th Session) began, the Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein (TCSL) organized a peaceful protest in Geneva to draw attention to ongoing state repressions within...

Bilingual website dedicated to 14th Dalai Lama’s 90th b’day celebration innagurated

President of Central Tibetan Administration, Sikyong ( political leader) Penpa Tsering inaugurates the bilingual websites dedicated to the year-long celebration of the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday.

Two dists of Nepal on alert as China warns of inundation post rain in Tibet

Both the District Administration Office issued the alert following the warning from the Chinese side, statement released from both the local bodies reads.

UN Rights Chief flags China over Tibet, Xinjiang abuses; calls for release of detainees and legal reform

On June 17, Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed worries about "continued violations of cultural and other rights" in Tibet and demanded the "release of all individuals detained for exercising their rights and alignment of...

US lawmakers propose to mark July 6 as “Day of Compassion” to honour Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, reaffirm support for Tibetan rights...

Representatives Joe Wilson, Mike Lawler, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Jamie Raskin, Jan Schakowsky, and Young Kim have also supported the resolution.

China’s national security white paper sparks concerns over authoritarian control, CCP supremacy

The White Paper stresses the importance of maintaining the CCP's continuity and supremacy over the nation as the cornerstone of China's national security, as highlighted by the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT).