Dalai Lama

  • China Reiterates Opposition to Dalai Lama’s International Travels

    China Reiterates Opposition to Dalai Lama’s International Travels

    China has reiterated strong opposition to any country allowing the Dalai Lama to visit under any pretext, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry stated in August this year. This comes after senior officials from the U.S. government met with the Dalai Lama in New York in August, reaffirming the U.S. commitment to advancing the…

  • Sri Lankan Buddhist Leader Reveals China Pressed its Government to Stop Dalai Lama’s Visit

    Sri Lankan Buddhist Leader Reveals China Pressed its Government to Stop Dalai Lama’s Visit

    In a deeply symbolic gesture, the Most Venerable Dr. Waskaduwe Mahindawansa, esteemed Sri Lankan Buddhist leader, embarked on a pilgrimage to Dharamshala to offer a sacred relic to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. However, amidst this spiritual exchange, Dr. Waskaduwe shed light on a somber reality—the diplomatic pressure used by China to oppose the Dalai…

  • Sri Lankan Buddhist Delegation Presents Buddha Relics to the Dalai Lama

    Sri Lankan Buddhist Delegation Presents Buddha Relics to the Dalai Lama

    A longstanding aspiration of Sri Lankan Buddhists, led by the Most Venerable Dr. Waskaduwe Mahindawansa Maha Nayaka Thero, head of the Amarapura Sambuddha Sasanodaya Maha Nikaya, culminated today in a significant event. Accompanied by a retinue of monks and supporters, the Most Venerable made a pilgrimage to Dharamsala to offer relics of the Buddha to…

  • Dalai Lama Congratulates Bhutan’s PM-Elect Tshering Tobgay

    Dalai Lama Congratulates Bhutan’s PM-Elect Tshering Tobgay

    In a letter of profound significance, His Holiness acknowledged the deep-rooted spiritual connection shared between the Tibetan people and the Bhutanese populace. As the venerable Supreme Religious Leader, His Holiness expressed not only admiration but also spiritual warmth for Bhutan’s remarkable journey in democratic governance, guided by the insightful leadership of the Druk Gyalpo.

  • China Pressures Tibetans to Denounce the Dalai Lama

    China Pressures Tibetans to Denounce the Dalai Lama

    China is reportedly intensifying its efforts to pressure teachers and students in western Tibet to pledge allegiance to the one-party state and denounce the Dalai Lama, labeling his beliefs as separatist. Sources inside Tibet have revealed that more than 400 teachers and students in Ngari prefecture alone of the western Tibet Autonomous Region were summoned…

  • His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Upcoming Visits Cancelled Due to Health Concerns

    His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Upcoming Visits Cancelled Due to Health Concerns

    In a recent announcement, the office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has declared the cancellation of two scheduled visits, citing health concerns and the need for a full recovery from a recent bout of the flu. His personal physicians have strongly advised against any travel that could strain his health at this time.

  • New Library and Learning Center Dedicated to the Dalai Lama Unveiled in New York

    New Library and Learning Center Dedicated to the Dalai Lama Unveiled in New York

    The Namgyal Monastery in Ithaca celebrated the grand opening of its new library and museum, honoring His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The event, held from September 8 to Sunday evening, marked a significant moment for the Namgyal Monastery Institute of Buddhist Studies, the only Namgyal monastery outside India.

  • Led by Example and Inspired by Selflessness: Gold Medal Awarded to His Holiness the Dalai Lama

    Led by Example and Inspired by Selflessness: Gold Medal Awarded to His Holiness the Dalai Lama

    The Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama has been awarded the Scheherazade Foundation Gold Medal in recognition of honoring those who have led by example and inspired by selflessness. Mr. Timur Shah, CEO of the foundation visited the Office of Tibet, London to hand over the medal to the Representative the spiritual leader.

  • Dalai Lama Congratulates New Italy PM Meloni, She Promise Renewed Friendship

    Dalai Lama Congratulates New Italy PM Meloni, She Promise Renewed Friendship

    As Giorgia Meloni took office as the first woman Prime Minister of Italy on October 23, the Spiritual leader Dalai Lama congratulated her. The PM in a response to the message took to Twitter to show how honored she was and said that she would take the opportunity to renew their sentiment of friendship.

  • Revive & Restore: The Cause of Tibet & The Faith in Middle-Way Approach

    Revive & Restore: The Cause of Tibet & The Faith in Middle-Way Approach

    In times of being invaded and exiled, reclaiming one’s land and defending one’s independence is a common response that is just, meanwhile defaming the oppressor and resisting the oppression too is a normal reaction that is natural.