'Now China is also changing,' says spiritual leader Dalai Lama
1 year, 5 months ago

'Now China is also changing,' says spiritual leader Dalai Lama

India TV News  

Spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Saturday asserted that he can be a mediator to solve the long-ongoing China-Tibet issue. As the community marked the 64th Tibetan Uprising Day on March 10, Dalai Lama called for ending violence on the basis of religion in the world. Spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Saturday said, "I am always open to talk. I am The Tibetan spiritual leader stated, "We are not seeking independence; we have decided for many years that we remain part of the People's Republic of China.Now China is changing," he said in response to a question regarding whether he wishes to resume negotiations with China.

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China opposes any country allowing Dalai Lama to visit: Foreign Ministry
4 months ago

China opposes any country allowing Dalai Lama to visit: Foreign Ministry

The Hindu  

“China firmly opposes any country allowing the Dalai Lama to make visits under any pretext,” a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Thursday Senior officials from the U.S. State Department and the White House met with the Dalai Lama in New York on Wednesday and "reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to advancing the human rights of Tibetans," the State …

Hundreds of mostly exiled Tibetans celebrate the Dalai Lama’s 89th birthday in India’s Dharamshala
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Hundreds of mostly exiled Tibetans celebrate the Dalai Lama’s 89th birthday in India’s Dharamshala

Associated Press  

DHARAMSHALA, India — Hundreds of mostly exiled Tibetans gathered in India’s hillside town of Dharamshala to celebrate the birthday of the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama, who turned 89 on Saturday. A volunteer distributes Indian sweets to exile Tibetan Buddhist nuns at an event to celebrate the 89th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama at …

Dalai Lama turns 89, says he is physically fit
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Dalai Lama turns 89, says he is physically fit

Hindustan Times  

Dharamsala, Tibetan spiritual leader The Dalai Lama turned 89 on Saturday and in his birthday message said he is physically fit and is determined to continue his service to Lord Buddha's teachings. "Despite the surgery, I feel physically fit and wish to ask you to be happy and relaxed," he said, adding "I am determined to continue my service to …

Modi Meets US Delegation Who Called on Dalai Lama
6 months ago

Modi Meets US Delegation Who Called on Dalai Lama

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: In a clear snub to China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a seven-member US Congressional delegation on Thursday. The delegation, which included former US House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi and other prominent members, described India-US relations as crucial and expressed strong support for deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Global Partnership in areas like trade, technology, and defense. Pelosi, …

US lawmakers meet with Dalai Lama in India’s Dharamshala, sparking anger from China
6 months ago

US lawmakers meet with Dalai Lama in India’s Dharamshala, sparking anger from China

Associated Press  

DHARAMSHALA, India — A bipartisan United States congressional delegation met with the Dalai Lama Wednesday at his residence in India’s Dharamshala, sparking anger from China which views the exiled spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism as a dangerous separatist. After meeting the spiritual leader on Wednesday, the seven U.S. lawmakers addressed hundreds who had gathered at a monastery just outside the …

Tibetans in exile urge US to call for China to release 11th Panchen Lama
8 months ago

Tibetans in exile urge US to call for China to release 11th Panchen Lama

New Indian Express  

DHARAMSALA: With US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken currently visiting China, Tibetans in exile in India are optimistic that he would raise the issue of the disappearance of the 11th Panchen Lama with the Chinese authorities, even as his 35th birthday was celebrated here on Thursday. "You are aware that the 11th Panchen Lama a few days after his name …

Tibetans fear for future as they recall failed uprising against China
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Tibetans fear for future as they recall failed uprising against China

The Hindu  

March 07, 2024 12:07 pm | Updated 12:07 pm IST - Dharamsala, India The Dalai Lama, wrapped in red and yellow robes, urged chanting monks and nuns in his latest public prayers to help heal the world with their "compassionate heart". "Being a good human being is everybody's responsibility," he said, weeks ahead of Sunday's commemorations of the failed Tibetan …

The dilemma over the next Dalai Lama and the tenuous lives of Tibetans in Dharamshala
1 year, 2 months ago

The dilemma over the next Dalai Lama and the tenuous lives of Tibetans in Dharamshala

The Hindu  

The line begins at the base of the hill every morning, as tourists, devotees and disciples wait to see the Dalai Lama, after crossing rigorous security checks and leaving bags, belongings and everything except a silk scarf or khata as an offering to him. The ‘splittists’ The Dalai Lama exudes optimism of achieving this demand, despite the fact that China …

Dalai Lama, Tibetan spiritual leader, to visit Sikkim in October for five days
1 year, 3 months ago

Dalai Lama, Tibetan spiritual leader, to visit Sikkim in October for five days

India TV News  

Dalai Lama Sikkim visit: Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama will pay a five-day visit to Sikkim from October 10-14, according to Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang. "His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, will be coming to Sikkim on October 10 and return on October 14, " he said at a meeting with senior officials in the state capital on Wednesday …

China ‘changing’, wanted to contact me ‘officially or unofficially’: Dalai Lama
1 year, 5 months ago

China ‘changing’, wanted to contact me ‘officially or unofficially’: Dalai Lama

Hindustan Times  

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama said that he is open for talks with China over the problems of Tibetans. I am Asked whether he wishes to resume talks with China, Dalai Lama said, "We are not seeking independence, we have decided since many years that we remain the part of People's Republic of China.Now China is changing. I've done whatever …

Dalai Lama says he is open to talks with China over problems of Tibetans
1 year, 5 months ago

Dalai Lama says he is open to talks with China over problems of Tibetans

Op India  

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama said that he is open for talks with China over the problems of Tibetans and the Chinese, “officially or unofficially” wanted to contact him. While addressing the gathering during the celebrations the Dalai Lama said that he has not been angry with anyone, not even those Chinese leaders who have adopted a harsh attitude towards …

Tibet’s Dalai Lama marks 88th birthday, prays for world peace
1 year, 5 months ago

Tibet’s Dalai Lama marks 88th birthday, prays for world peace

Al Jazeera  

Birthday celebration held in India’s Dharamsala where the Dalai Lama has lived in exile for decades after fleeing Chinese-controlled Tibet. Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has celebrated his 88th birthday with a wish for peace in the world and for the recognition of a common humanity among people. Hundreds of supporters and exiled Tibetans gathered at the Dalai Lama’s …

Modi conveys wishes to Dalai Lama on his 88th birthday
1 year, 5 months ago

Modi conveys wishes to Dalai Lama on his 88th birthday

Deccan Chronicle  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his wishes to Buddhist monk Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 88th birthday on Thursday. Born as Lhamo Dhondup, he was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama Thubten Gyatso after identifying some objects that belonged to the latter. Dalai Lama was honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989, in honour …

The Dalai Lama, Tibetan spiritual leader, celebrates 88th birthday
1 year, 5 months ago

The Dalai Lama, Tibetan spiritual leader, celebrates 88th birthday

Associated Press  

DHARMSALA, India — The Dalai Lama celebrated his 88th birthday on Thursday, as hundreds of his supporters and exiled Tibetans thronged his hillside Indian headquarters in Dharamsala. “We are celebrating my 88th birthday but look at me, I look barely 50,” the Dalai Lama said, smiling. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken offered warm birthday wishes and expressed admiration for …

Dalai Lama names Mongolian boy as new Buddhist spiritual leader
1 year, 8 months ago

Dalai Lama names Mongolian boy as new Buddhist spiritual leader

Firstpost  

The eight-year-old Mongolian boy born in US is one of a pair of twin boys named Aguidai and Achiltai Altannar. The news of the boy being named as the reincarnation brought contempt among secular nationalists and alarm among those who felt that it will provoke the rage of the country’s neighbour Dharamshala: The Dalai Lama has proclaimed a Mongolian boy …

‘If I die surrounded by Chinese officials…’: Dalai Lama slams Beijing
2 years, 3 months ago

‘If I die surrounded by Chinese officials…’: Dalai Lama slams Beijing

Hindustan Times  

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama slammed China on Thursday stating that he would “prefer to die in a free democracy of India rather than amid artificial Chinese officials”. The Dalai Lama Holding an interaction organised by the United States Institute of Peace, the Dalai Lama said, “At the time when I die, I prefer dying in India. I prefer …

On PM Modi's birthday, Dalai Lama hails India's Covid fight, economic strides
2 years, 3 months ago

On PM Modi's birthday, Dalai Lama hails India's Covid fight, economic strides

Hindustan Times  

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Saturday wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 72nd birthday, extending prayers for his continued good health. The Dalai Lama shared an old picture of him with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Dalai Lama and his followers are living in Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh since 1959, when he left Tibet after it was attacked …

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama set to visit Delhi today after a gap of 3-years
2 years, 3 months ago

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama set to visit Delhi today after a gap of 3-years

India TV News  

Highlights After a month-long sojourn in Ladakh, Dalai Lama is set to visit Delhi on Friday Dalai Lama will be in Delhi after a gap of over 3 year It is not confirmed whether Dalai Lama will hold any meeting with the political leadership Dalai Lama Delhi visit: After a month-long sojourn in Ladakh, the top Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai …

How Dalai Lama’s presence in Ladakh just can’t be a coincidence
2 years, 5 months ago

How Dalai Lama’s presence in Ladakh just can’t be a coincidence

Firstpost  

The fact that the Dalai Lama will stay for a month in Ladakh is definitively a re-assertion of India’s policy vis-à-vis the Tibetan leader. On 24 April 1954, the Indian Ambassador to China, N Raghavan, who was himself conducting the talks, informed his Foreign Secretary in Delhi that at the suggestion of Zhang Hanfu, the Chinese deputy foreign minister, the …

Not seeking independence but autonomy for Tibet: Dalai Lama
2 years, 5 months ago

Not seeking independence but autonomy for Tibet: Dalai Lama

Hindustan Times  

Spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Thursday said more and more people in China are beginning to realise that he is not seeking “independence” but meaningful autonomy and preservation of the Tibetan Buddhist culture. Jammu, Jul 14 : Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama speaks to the media upon arrival in Jammu on Thursday. But now, more Chinese are realising that …

Book Box: Dear Dalai Lama, what do I read?
2 years, 5 months ago

Book Box: Dear Dalai Lama, what do I read?

Hindustan Times  

There was a phone call earlier this week, that got the worlds attention. If you want to know more about Tibetan Buddhism, the best place to start, is through books written by the Dalai Lama. What I love about this book is how the Dalai Lama mixes history and philosophy with rich descriptions of his life. These are just a …

China criticises PM Modi, Antony Blinken for greeting Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday
2 years, 5 months ago

China criticises PM Modi, Antony Blinken for greeting Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday

The Hindu  

China on July 7 criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for greeting the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday, saying India should stop using Tibet-related issues to interfere in China's internal affairs. Reacting to a question on Mr. Modi's greetings, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a media briefing that "the Indian side should fully recognise the …

In Message to China, PM Modi Extends B'day Wishes to Dalai Lama, BJP Brass Takes Part in Celebrations
2 years, 5 months ago

In Message to China, PM Modi Extends B'day Wishes to Dalai Lama, BJP Brass Takes Part in Celebrations

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called Tibetan spiritual leader The Dalai Lama and wished him on the occasion of his 87th birthday. We pray for his long life and good health.” In Himachal Pradesh’s Dharamshala, where The Dalai Lama resides permanently, his birthday was celebrated at the main Buddhist temple Tsuglagkhang. PM Modi had called Dalai Lama last year …

China criticises PM Modi, Blinken for greeting Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday
2 years, 5 months ago

China criticises PM Modi, Blinken for greeting Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday

India TV News  

Highlights China criticised PM Modi for greeting the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday Beijing said India should stop using Tibet-related issues to interfere in China's internal affairs Modi greeted the Dalai Lama over the phone as he turned 87 on Wednesday China on Thursday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for greeting the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai …

Richard Gere attends Dalai Lama’s 87th birthday celebration in Himachal. Watch
2 years, 5 months ago

Richard Gere attends Dalai Lama’s 87th birthday celebration in Himachal. Watch

Live Mint  

Tibetan spiritual leader The 14th Dalai Lama on Wednesday 6 July marked his 87th birthday. Hollywood star Richard Gere attended the spiritual leader Dalai Lama's birthday in Himachal Pradesh int he presence of Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur. Himachal Pradesh chief minister wished Dalai lama on his birthday via a video call. The Dalai Lama has also successfully exposed the …

Dalai Lama marks 87th birthday by opening library and museum
2 years, 5 months ago

Dalai Lama marks 87th birthday by opening library and museum

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai …

PM Modi greets Dalai Lama on Tibetan spiritual leader’s 87th birthday
2 years, 5 months ago

PM Modi greets Dalai Lama on Tibetan spiritual leader’s 87th birthday

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted the Dalai Lama on his 87th birthday and said people are praying for the long life and good health of the Tibetan spiritual leader. Himachal Pradesh chief minister Jairam Thakur, who was the chief guest at the celebrations marking the Dalai Lama’s birthday in Dharamshala, said in an address via video conference that …

Dalai Lama marks his 87th birthday by opening a library and museum
2 years, 5 months ago

Dalai Lama marks his 87th birthday by opening a library and museum

LA Times  

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama arrives to inaugurate a museum in Dharmsala, India, on Wednesday, his 87th birthday. Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama marked his 87th birthday on Wednesday by inaugurating a library and museum in his hillside Indian headquarters. The Dalai Lama Library and Museum contains artifacts, his teachings and books on his life and struggle for …

China marks Tibet anniversary with call to accept Communist rule
3 years, 4 months ago

China marks Tibet anniversary with call to accept Communist rule

Al Jazeera  

Beijing marks 70th anniversary of founding of Tibet Autonomous Region, with a call to accept the Communist Party’s rule. China has marked the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Tibet Autonomous Region on the roof of the world, with a call to accept the rule of the Communist Party. The party’s atheist Han leaders in Beijing have also made …

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama celebrates 86th birthday
3 years, 5 months ago

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama celebrates 86th birthday

The Hindu  

The Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama celebrated turning 86 on Tuesday, thanking his supporters and expressing his appreciation for India, where he has lived since he fled his homeland in 1959. “I want to express my deep appreciation of all my friends who have really shown me love, respect and trust,” the Dalai Lama said in a video message. …

PM Modi greets Dalai Lama on his 86th birthday
3 years, 5 months ago

PM Modi greets Dalai Lama on his 86th birthday

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday morning greeted the Dalai Lama in a phone call on the occasion of the Tibetan spiritual leader’s 86th birthday. Mr. Modi said on Twitter, “Spoke on phone to His Holiness the Dalai Lama to convey greetings on his 86th birthday. We wish him a long and healthy life.” This is the first time Mr. …

Dalai Lama Turns 86, Says Committed to Reviving Ancient Indian Knowledge
3 years, 5 months ago

Dalai Lama Turns 86, Says Committed to Reviving Ancient Indian Knowledge

News 18  

On his 86th birthday on Tuesday, the Dalai Lama said he has taken full advantage of India’s freedom and religious harmony and is committed to reviving ancient Indian knowledge. In a virtual address from his residence here, the Tibetan spiritual leader thanked people from across the globe who greeted him on his birthday and said he would continue to serve …

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama celebrates 86th birthday
3 years, 5 months ago

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama celebrates 86th birthday

The Independent  

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India’s Modi greets Dalai Lama on birthday in rare phone call
3 years, 5 months ago

India’s Modi greets Dalai Lama on birthday in rare phone call

Al Jazeera  

Indian leaders have generally been circumspect about public contact with Tibet’s spiritual leader to avoid upsetting China. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has let the world know that he had rung Tibet’s spiritual leader the Dalai Lama to wish him a happy 86th birthday, disregarding any potential disapproval from China. — Narendra Modi July 6, 2021 Several Indian state leaders …

China offers glimpse of Tibetan life without the Dalai Lama
3 years, 6 months ago

China offers glimpse of Tibetan life without the Dalai Lama

Associated Press  

LHASA, China — A brisk wind ruffles yellow prayer flags as dozens of Tibetans, some on crutches, circle a shrine in a time-honored Buddhist ritual. China has increasingly vilified the Dalai Lama, who fled Tibet amid a failed uprising against Chinese rule in 1959, and has in recent years relinquished his political role as head of the self-proclaimed Tibetan government-in-exile. …

China offers glimpse of Tibetan life without the Dalai Lama
3 years, 6 months ago

China offers glimpse of Tibetan life without the Dalai Lama

The Independent  

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Tibet elections: The global election votes for a new government with an eye on the Dalai Lama’s health.
54 years, 11 months ago

Tibet elections: The global election votes for a new government with an eye on the Dalai Lama’s health.

Slate  

On a rainy afternoon on Sunday, April 11, Rinzin Lhundup was a quiet presence, listening to his friends intently as they chatted about the day’s proceedings over cups of steaming hot butter tea. This hasn’t stopped China from maintaining that the Dalai Lama is a “separatist” working to split Tibet, which it considers its inalienable territory, from China. A few, …

His Holiness the Dalai Lama XIV 85th birthday: Teachings to find inner strength and happiness
4 years, 5 months ago

His Holiness the Dalai Lama XIV 85th birthday: Teachings to find inner strength and happiness

Hindustan Times  

Revered and idolised around the world, spiritual leader HH the Dalai Lama transcends all barriers of religion, language. His Holiness Dalai Lama XIV, Tenzin Gyatso, describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. On finding inner strength, the Dalai Lama says, “When we meet real tragedy in life, we can react in two ways--either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive …

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