Thousands attend Dalai Lama teaching in Sikkim
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Dec 13: Tibetan spiritual leader, His Holiness the Dalai Lama gave a teaching on Tuesday at Gangtok’s Paljor Stadium, drawing thousands of devotees from across the globe. The morning of December 12 saw devotees gathering at the stadium as early as 2 am, braving the cold, eager to absorb the wisdom imparted […]
CTA Prez condemns global conflict, advocates for non-violence
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Dec 12: The President of the exile Tibetan government Sikyong Penpa Tsering delivered a poignant statement during the commemorative event to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Nobel Peace Prize conferment on His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on Sunday, highlighting the ongoing conflicts, such as the devastating situation in the […]
Italy to exit China’s Belt and Road Initiative in 2024
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Dec 12: Italy is scheduled to withdraw from China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2024, signifying a noteworthy change in its involvement since becoming the first major Western nation to join the program in 2019. Despite previous warnings from the United States about potential risks related to technological control and infrastructure […]
New report reveals China’s alarming sway on Tibetan refugees in Nepal
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Dec 10: A report detailing the plight and challenges faced by Tibetan refugees residing in Nepal was jointly released on Saturday by the Dharamshala-based human rights group, Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD) and the Asian Dignity Initiative (ADI) based in Seoul. The report “Languishing in Limbo: Tibetan Refugees […]
Tibetan woman imprisoned on alleged charges of sharing state secrets
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Dec 8: Chinese authorities in Dhamgzhong County has reportedly imprisoned Semkyi Dolma, a Tibetan woman, on alleged charges of transmitting ‘State Secrets’ abroad, according to Tibettimes. Under the backdrop of stringent internet regulations in China, and in Tibet, an escalated surveillance system has led to a surge in arrests and detentions. Among […]
EU raises human rights violation in Tibet during summit with China
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Dec 8: The 24th EU-China Summit, held on December 7-8 in Beijing, witnessed high-level engagements between the European Union and China. European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, where the EU leaders reiterated concerns about […]
29th GCM football tournament to be held in Hunsur Tibetan settlement
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Dec 8: The next edition of theGyalyum Chemo Memorial Gold Cup (GCMGC ) football tournament is slated to take place at the Hunsur Rabgayling Tibetan Settlement in south India,the apexTibetansports body, Tibetan National Sports Association (TNSA) announced Thursday. The anticipated kick-off date for the tournament is tentatively set for May 15, 2024. […]
Two women arrested for sharing clips of religious teachings
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Dec. 5: Two Tibetan women were reportedly arrested on Nov. 23 in Sershul County, Eastern Tibet by Chinese authorities for disseminating religious teachings via social media platforms, reported Tibet Times. The arrested women, Tsomo and Nyidon were detained for allegedly sharing religious teachings through WeChat a micro messaging App. They used […]
Two Karmapas to jointly recognise the reincarnation of Shamar Rinpoche
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Dec 5: Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje and Karmapa Thaye Dorje, foremost leaders of the Karma Kagyu lineage, issued a joint statement on December 4, 2023, to affirm their collective responsibility and agreement in recognising another key religious figure in the lineage, Shamar Rinpoche. The statement emphasized the need for a unified approach […]
“Old friend” of China Kissinger passes away at 100
By Tenzin Dedan DHARAMSHALA, Dec. 1: Henry Kissinger, the former U.S. Secretary of State and a key figure in shaping American foreign policy, particularly with China has died at the age of 100 at his residence in Connecticut. Known for his commitment to realism in international relations, Kissinger’s influence extended beyond his lifetime, particularly in […]