Beijing-appointed Panchen Lama intensifies campaign against the Dalai Lama, promotes Xi’s “rule of law”
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Aug 31: The Beijing-appointed 11th Panchen Lama, Gyaltsen Norbu (Ch. Gyaincain Norbu), widely criticised as the “fake Panchen,” “Chinese puppet,” and “Chinese Panchen,” recently led a “Three Consciousness Symposium” in Nagchu (Ch. Naqu) Prefecture within the so called Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR). This event, as reported by Bitter Winter, a magazine dedicated […]
Tibetan National Team to compete in 2nd edition of Climate Cup in Ladakh
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Aug. 31: The Tibetan National Men’s Football Team is set to participate in the second edition of the Climate Cup in UT of Ladakh, a pioneering tournament dedicated to raising awareness about climate change through the sport of football. Six teams will compete in this year’s tournament: the Tibetan National Team, J&K […]
Documentary on Dalai Lama to premiere at the Zurich Film Festival
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Aug 31: Renowned Hollywood actor and long-time Tibet supporter Richard Gere, along with Ama Jetsun Pema, sister of the Dalai Lama, and Sikyong Penpa Tsering, Prime Minister of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile, will attend the world premiere of the Swiss documentary on Tibetan leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama “WISDOM OF HAPPINESS” at […]
Karmapa urges Tibetans unity following emotional reunion with the Dalai Lama
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Aug 29: The foremost leader of the Karma Kagyu lineage, Gyalwang Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje, issued a heartfelt appeal on Wednesday, urging all Tibetans to work in unity for the greater cause of Tibet. His message emphasised the importance of fulfilling the aspirations of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, following […]
Opinion: Dr. Doom’s origin in Tibet- Disney should not whitewash and kowtow to Communist China
Tenzin Younten and Tenzing Dhamdul The Marvel Cinematic Universe and its parent company Disney have the stage set and have the opportunity to bring a big change in the film industry and that is by tackling the issue of ‘whitewashing’ in its upcoming Dr. Doom movies and cast Tibetans to play the roles of Monks […]
Dharamshala rejoices as Dalai Lama returns to Dharamshala after medical treatment
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, August 28: Tibetan leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama returned to his residence in Dharamshala on Wednesday, concluding a two-month journey for his medical treatment in the United States and engagements with Tibetan communities abroad. The 89-year-old Tibetan spiritual leader arrived at Gaggal airport this morning, where he was warmly received by […]
China violates Japanese airspace, Tokyo call it “absolutely unacceptable”
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Aug 27: Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary, Yoshimasa Hayashi, on Tuesday, issued a stern rebuke of China’s recent airspace violation, labelling it an “absolutely unacceptable” breach of national sovereignty. In a press briefing, Hayashi emphasised the gravity of the situation, noting that this is the first confirmed and publicly disclosed violation by […]
Taiwan sentences 8 military officers on charges of spying for China
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Aug 27: The Taiwan High Court sentenced eight Taiwanese military officers to prison on charges of spying for China in exchange for financial gain on Thursday. The sentences range from 18 months to 13 years, marking one of Taiwan’s largest espionage cases in recent years. The Taiwan high court stated that the […]
New Chairman of the Public Service Commission and Auditor General of CTA elected
By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, August 26: New heads for two of Central Tibetan Administration’s autonomous bodies have been elected during a meeting of the 17th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile’s Standing Committee on Monday in Dharamshala. Former Finance Minister Karma Yeshi was appointed as the Chairman of the Public Service Commission and Lhakpa Gyaltsen, the Director of the Tibetan […]
Tibetans in Switzerland, Liechtenstein offers long-life prayer to Dalai Lama
By Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Aug 26: The Tibetan community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein gathered on Sunday at the Hallenstadion in Zurich to offer a Long Life Prayer (Tenshug) to the foremost Tibetan exiled spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The ceremony drew approximately 15,000 devotees from across Europe, reflecting the deep spiritual connection and […]