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Dalai Lama Calls for Peace and Stability in Message to President-Elect Donald Trump
In his congratulatory letter to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, His Holiness the Dalai Lama made a heartfelt call for leadership that prioritizes peace, stability, and global cooperation during these challenging times. His Holiness expressed his admiration for the United States as a long-standing beacon of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law, and emphasized the…
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China Sentenced a Tibetan Monk to 18 Months for Sharing Dalai Lama Teachings Online
Last week, relatives of Tibetan monk Jampa Choephel from Rebkong received confirmation that he had been sentenced to 18 months in jail last August. The family had not been previously informed of the trial or the decision. Rebgong, part of historical Tibet, is now the capital of the Huangnan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai province.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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.
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Dalai Lama Expresses Condolences and Support for Sikkim Amidst Flash Flood Tragedy, Reschedules Upcoming Visit
His Holiness the Dalai Lama has expressed his deep sadness and condolences to Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and the people of Sikkim following the tragic flash flood that struck the Teesta River Valley on the night of October 4, 2023. The flood resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to property in the…
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Chinese Authorities Arrest Tibetan Man for the Second Time for Having Dalai Lama’s Photo in His Mobile
In a renewed crackdown on Tibetan cultural and religious expressions, Chinese authorities have arrested a Tibetan man, identified as Tsultrim, for the second time in less than a year, this time for possessing a photo of the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, according to a report by Radio Free Asia.