Tibet: News
Can there be 2 Dalai Lamas? There's possibility some say
As the Dalai Lama approaches his 90th birthday on July 6, he has revealed plans for his succession.
Dalai Lama confirms succession, says institution will continue after death
The Dalai Lama has confirmed that the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue after his death.
Why China has built an AI computing center in Tibet
China has opened a state-of-the-art computing center, Yajiang-1, in Tibet's Shannan city.
Mysterious glowing 'red sprites' light up Himalayan sky; what're they
The peaceful night sky over Tibet was suddenly lit up by glowing red sprites in May 2022. Not ordinary lightning bolts, but the rare atmospheric phenomenon that left both astrophotographers and scientists in awe.
Dalai Lama tells followers to reject successor chosen by China
In his new book, Voice for the Voiceless, Tibetan Buddhism's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has said his successor would be born outside China.
Dalai Lama's security upgraded to Z-category after threat intel
The Indian government has upgraded the security of the Dalai Lama to Z-category, after intelligence reports indicated possible threats, India Today reported, citing sources.
Dalai Lama's elder brother, Gyalo Thondup, dies at 97
Gyalo Thondup, the elder brother of the Dalai Lama and a prominent figure in Tibetan politics and diplomacy, has passed away at the age of 97.
Tibet earthquake death toll rises to 126, nearly 200 injured
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale rocked Tibet's Tingri County on Tuesday morning, killing at least 126 people and injuring nearly 200 others.
China plans building world's largest dam on Brahmaputra; India reacts
China has revealed plans to build the world's largest dam in Tibet, exceeding the size of the Three Gorges Dam.
US delegation visits Dalai Lama in Himachal's McLeod Ganj
A bipartisan congressional delegation from the United States, led by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul, visited the Dalai Lama at his residence in McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh.
Embark on a spiritual quest to Mount Kailash, Tibet
Mount Kailash, located in the remote corners of Tibet, stands as a symbol of purity and spirituality.
'Senseless attempts': India rejects China renaming places in Arunachal Pradesh
The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday voiced its strong disapproval over China's recent attempt to rename various locations in Arunachal Pradesh.
US official meets Dalai Lama; China calls it 'pure offense'
China has vehemently opposed the recent meeting of the Joe Biden administration's top official on human rights issues, Uzra Zeya, and Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in New Delhi.
China's news rules for Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra, Indians to pay most
After three years, China has reopened several points on its border with Nepal, allowing pilgrims on the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. Although it has started issuing visas, a slew of restrictions, including fees hike will make traveling difficult, per reports.
Renowned Tibetan filmmaker Pema Tsedan dies at 53
Pema Tseden, a prominent Tibetan filmmaker of Chinese descent, reportedly passed away on Monday. He was 53.
Tibetan exile leader defends Dalai Lama's 'suck my tongue' video
Penpa Tsering, the Sikyong or political leader of the Central Tibetan Administration (government-in-exile), defended the Dalai Lama on Thursday after a video clip of him asking a boy to suck his tongue surfaced.
China renames 11 places in Arunachal calling it 'southern Tibet'
China on Sunday renamed 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh to assert its claim over the Indian state. The names have been standardized in Chinese, Tibetan, and Pinyin languages, as it calls Arunachal Pradesh 'Zangnan, the southern part of Tibet.'
Dalai Lama names new Buddhist spiritual leader, China's reaction awaited
The Dalai Lama, Tibet's spiritual leader, has named an eight-year-old United States (US)-born Mongolian boy as the 10th Khalkha Jetsun Dhampa Rinpoché—the third highest rank in Tibetan Buddhism—reports said.
Chinese woman detained in Gaya over threat to Dalai Lama
Bihar Police detained a Chinese woman in Gaya on Thursday for reportedly being a threat to Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama.
Cops hunt Chinese 'spy' amid Dalai Lama's Bodh Gaya visit
Amid Dalai Lama's visit to Bihar's Bodh Gaya, the police sounded a security alert on Thursday morning at the Buddhist pilgrimage site and released a sketch of a wanted Chinese woman.
The historic Trans Bhutan Trail reopens after 60 years
The iconic Trans Bhutan Trail that dates back to the 16th century is reopening after 60 years and is all set to welcome travelers from September 28, 2022.
China pushes adoption of language, cultural symbols in Tibet
A top Chinese official said on Thursday that all-around efforts are needed to ensure Tibetans speak standard spoken and written Chinese and share the cultural symbols and images of the Chinese nation.
Dalai Lama turns 86, commits to reviving ancient Indian knowledge
On his 86th birthday on Tuesday, the Dalai Lama said he's taken full advantage of India's freedom and religious harmony and is committed to reviving ancient Indian knowledge.
China launches first bullet train in Tibet
China on Friday operationalized its first fully electrified bullet train in the remote Himalayan region of Tibet, connecting the provincial capital Lhasa and Nyingchi, a strategically located Tibetan border town close to Arunachal Pradesh, India.
Rigidity okay with compassionate motive: Dalai Lama to Indian Police
The Dalai Lama on Wednesday said it is okay for police to be rigid on their job as long as the motivation of their action is larger good. He was giving a talk on Empathy and Compassion in Policing at the request of the Indian Police Foundation.
BJP's Ram Madhav attends Tibetan soldier's funeral, later deletes tweet
In an unparalleled incident, the Indian Army on Monday accorded an honorable goodbye to a Tibetan soldier who died in Ladakh last month, reportedly after stepping on a landmine.
How to cook delicious Tibetan-style thukpa noodle soup
Thukpa is a popular noodle soup dish cooked with lots of boiled vegetables or chicken.
Tibetan protesters detained from hotel where Xi Jinping will stay
Tamil Nadu police have detained five Tibetan students from the hotel where Chinese President Xi Jinping will be staying during his two-day visit to India.
Is Dalai Lama's 'attractive female successor' remark really sexist?
The 14th Dalai Lama is one of the most revered spiritual leaders in the world, perceived as a figure of humanity and compassion.
Strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake rocks Arunachal, no casualties or damage reported
A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck India's northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh early hours today, the US Geological Survey said.
Trump signs bill on Tibet into law despite China protest
US President Donald Trump has signed a bipartisan bill on Tibet into law that could enrage China, paving the way to impose a visa ban on Chinese officials who deny American citizens, government officials and journalists access to the sensitive Himalayan region, the homeland of the exiled Dalai Lama.
China to ban 'eco-unfriendly' tourist vehicles near Mt. Everest base-camp
China is planning to ban polluting tourist vehicles at the Mount Everest base camp in Tibet from next year as part of its efforts to reduce pollution in the area that has a fragile environment.
China: Tibetan students banned from taking part in religious activities
Children in traditionally Buddhist Tibet have been banned from taking part in religious activities over the summer holidays in China.
Kailash-Mansarovar: Last-batch of stranded Indian-pilgrims airlifted to safety from Nepal
All the 1,430 stranded Indian pilgrims who were stranded while returning from the Kailash Mansarovar in Tibet have been airlifted to safety with the evacuation of the last batch of 160 people from Nepal's mountainous regions today.
China's PLA conducts military-drills, the first in Tibet since Doklam
Two days ago, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) carried out drills to test their logistics, armament support capabilities and military-civilian integration, the first such exercise in Tibet since the Doklam standoff.
Commercial mountaineering turns Mount Everest into world's highest rubbish dump
Decades of commercial mountaineering has turned Mount Everest into the world's highest rubbish dump.
China needs to engage in direct-dialogue with Dalai Lama: Pompeo
Ahead of his Beijing visit, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the US should express publicly that China needs to engage in meaningful and direct dialogue with Dalai Lama or his representatives, without preconditions, to lower tensions.
After India snub, Tibetans shift Dalai Lama event from Delhi
New Delhi's zeal to rebuild relations with Beijing has taken a toll on the anniversary celebrations of Dalai Lama's arrival in India.
No change in stance on Dalai Lama, says Indian government
After media reports of Center asking its senior leaders to stay away from events marking 60 years in exile of the Dalai Lama, Ministry of External Affairs clarified that India's position on the Dalai Lama has not changed.
Dalai Lama: Tibet doesn't seek independence from China
Speaking in Kolkata, Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama stated that his people do not seek independence from China, but prefer "greater development."
Magnitude-6.9 earthquake hits Tibet, tremors felt in Arunachal Pradesh
A powerful earthquake struck Tibet's Nyingchi prefecture, located close to the border with Arunachal Pradesh, at 4:04 am IST.
No country can meet Dalai Lama without offending China
It's been 58 years since the Dalai Lama fled to India seeking refuge after an unsuccessful revolt against China, but the country is still bitter about the Tibetan spiritual leader, whom it considers a "separatist."
Report: Indian Air Force warplanes have major advantage over China's
Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter jets will have significant advantages if they are required to operate against Chinese aircraft over Tibet in the event of hostilities.
PLA exercises in Tibet: Is China preparing for war?
China's state-run China Central Television (CCTV) reported that the People's Liberation Army conducted a military drill near the Arunachal border, focusing on quick troop movement and targeting enemy aircraft.
Tibetans unhappy over conditions for passports set by government
The 14th Dalai Lama fled to India in 1959 and since then, about 1.5-2 lakh Tibetans have followed his footsteps.
China plans scientific expedition to Tibet after nearly 40 years
China has included the Qinghai-Tibetan plateau, an area earmarked under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as part of a scientific expedition to study climatic, environmental and biodiversity changes in the region over the past few decades.
China objects to US delegation's visit to China
Beijing has condemned the recent meeting of a US Congress delegation with the Dalai Lama saying the move "sent a very wrong signal to the world about Tibet independence."
Tibet Issue: CPC finds officials guilty of funding Dalai Lama
In an untoward development, the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) revealed that some of its officials had been funding the Dalai Lama, "undermining the fight against separatists".