First Convocation for Nuns Held
Tibetan nuns should fight for equality with men through education, said Kalon Thupten Lungrik. Kalon Thupten Lungrik was speaking as the chief guest at a modest function held for the convocation of nuns of Dolmaling who graduated in Pharchin Ramjampa.
Traffic accidents on the increase in Tibet – Harsh punishments for drivers
Traffic on Tibet’s mainly unsealed roads has become increasingly dangerous in recent times, with the rate of fatal accidents markedly increasing. While in the past, the government-controlled media, eager to avoid negative reporting
China tightens up Web site rules
The People’s Daily said the government controlled Internet News and Info Service Working Committee (INISWC) has introduced further rules to supervise web pages on the Internet.
Tibetan officials seek air links to bolster tourism
Senior Nepalese and Tibetan officials held talks on Monday about promoting direct air links to Tibet to counter a drastic drop in tourism, an official said.