Oldest building of the exile Tibetan government demolished
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, June 19: The oldest building in the compound of the Tibetan government-in-exile known officially as the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) has been demolished to make way for new staff quarters, Phayul has learned. The project is part of a larger revamp plan to facilitate civil servants based here in Dharamshala with living quarters. […]
Opinion: Choice to clap or not to clap
My eye opening encounters with Tibetan youths inside Tibet By Vijay Kranti (This article is the latest in Vijay Kranti’s ongoing series ‘My Journey Through the Tibetan Mindscape’ in Phayul.com. Author is a senior Indian journalist, a veteran Tibet watcher and Chairman Centre for Himalayan Asia Studies and engagement. This is his 50th year of […]
Tibetan language classes to be banned in Kham, Tibet
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, June 16: Chinese authorities have announced a ban on Tibetan language classes in primary schools throughout the Kham Kardze region, effective from 2024, according to rights group freetibet.org. The ban, issued by the Kanzi Prefecture Bureau of Education in March, has raised concerns over rights of Tibetans in preservation of their […]
Dhasa United edge out Dhondupling FC to win 28th GCM Cup
By Tsering Dhundup. DHARAMSHALA, June 12: In a captivating and hard-fought battle, Dhasa United emerged triumphant against the formidable Dhondupling FC to clinch their first-ever Gyalyum Chenmo Memorial Gold Cup title at the Upper TCV School ground in Dharamshala on Sunday. The final match of the tournament proved to be an enthralling spectacle, leaving football […]
TNSA: Not all fun and games
By Tsering Dhundup The Gyalyum Chemo Memorial Gold Cup (GCMGC) tournament holds a cherished position among Tibetans as the foremost sports event in the Tibetan diaspora. Sports, particularly football holds a unchallenged stature in the hearts of Tibetans in exile and this tournament has become the alter upon which the love and passion has been […]
Activist Bhuchung K. Tsering to be honoured with Truman-Reagan Medal of Freedom
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, June 9: Prolific Tibetan writer, researcher and activist Bhuchung K. Tsering will be awarded the prestigious Truman-Reagan Medal of Freedom, the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation announced Tuesday. He will be honoured with the award on June 9 at the 16th Annual Roll Call of Nations Wreath Laying Ceremony in recognition […]
Dalai Lama expresses sympathy, offers donation for relief efforts of Odisha train accident
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, May 6: Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama has extended condolences to Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and the families over the horrific tragic train collision that took place Friday evening in Balasore district, Odisha that have led to the loss of many lives and injuries. In his letter, […]
Tibet supporter Chow Hang-tung put under solitary confinement for marking Tiananmen Massacre anniversary
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, June 6: Long-time Tibet supporter, a human rights lawyer and Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Chow Hang-tung who is serving time in prison has been put under solitary confinement for undergoing a 34-hour long hunger strike to commemorate the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre. Chow Hang-tung, also the vice-chair of […]
China lobbies to cancel CTA President’s talk in Australia
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA June 6: The Chinese government is facing allegations of undermining free speech in Australia after its attempt to block the head of Tibet’s government-in-exile from speaking at the National Press Club. The scheduled appearance of President Penpa Tsering has sparked heated debate, with officials from the Chinese embassy expressing their displeasure […]
Tibetan filmmaker to collaborate with ace Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui for upcoming project
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, June 2: Tibetan filmmaker Shenpenn Khymsar is set to work with ace Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui of the hit Bollywood hit film series Gangs of Wasseypur fame, in his upcoming international project titled ‘KARMA: Running to Stand Still’ and is inspired by Khymsar’s venture into Buddhism, samsara and karma. Writer-director Khymsar took […]