Times of India
Dalai Lama's reincarnation our internal affair, says China
Tensions escalate as China's ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, dismisses the Dalai Lama's declaration regarding his reincarnation and criticizes Union minister Kiren Rijiju's support. Xu asserts that China opposes external interference in the reincarnation process, deeming it an internal...
Dalai Lama's b'day under tree that grew from his walking stick
In Zemithang, Arunachal Pradesh, prayers marked the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday near the Gurusheng tree, grown from his staff left in 1959 during his escape from Tibet. Locals believe the staff took root, creating a holy tree that now...
‘An honour to meet His Holiness’: Top US official visits Dalai Lama in Dharamshala; joins 90th birthday celebrations
A US State Department official, Bethany Poulos Morrison, met the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala during his 90th birthday celebration, reaffirming US support for Tibetan freedom. Thousands gathered at the Tsuglagkhang temple as global leaders conveyed their well wishes to...
Dalai Lama cannot decide on reincarnation, says China; India maintains neutrality
China's ambassador asserts that the Dalai Lama lacks authority over the reincarnation system, a practice spanning 700 years. This statement contrasts with India's stance of non-interference in religious matters, as Kiren Rijiju emphasizes the Dalai Lama's sole right to...
Dalai Lama turns 90: PM Modi extends wishes; calls him 'a symbol of love, compassion and patience'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday wishes to the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday, lauding him as a symbol of love, compassion, patience, and moral discipline. Special prayers were held by Tibetan Buddhist monks in exile at the...
In zest or jest? Will live for 130 years, perhaps more, Dalai Lama tells followers
A day before his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama expressed his hope to live beyond 130 years. Addressing devotees in McLeodganj, he stated his belief in having served Buddha Dharma and the Tibetan people well. While previously suggesting he...
Dalai Lama issue: India can’t be compliant to China or seen as insensitive to Tibetans, says Robert Barnett
STRAP: Just days before his 90th birthday on July 6, the Dalai Lama — the revered spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism — declared that he would have a successor. The announcement is more than a theolo...
Kiren Rijiju attends Dalai Lama birthday celebrations; visit amid India-China war of words over spiritual leader's 'successor' - watch video
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu attended the Dalai Lama's birthday celebrations in Dharamshala, following a dispute between China and India over his succession. China urged India to handle Tibet-related issues cautiously after Rijiju stated...
Govt doesn't take stand on matters of faith, says MEA on Dalai succession issue
India has clarified its stance on the Dalai Lama's succession, stating it doesn't take a position on religious matters, despite a minister's personal support for the Dalai Lama's wishes. This comes as China cautioned India against interfering in Tibetan...
Dalai Lama successor: After India snubs China, Tibet's president-in-exile picks apart 'Golden Urn' tradition
The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) president, Penpa Tsering, challenged China's claim over the Dalai Lama's succession, questioning Beijing's interference in Tibetan religious freedom. This response follows China's insistence on the 'Golden Urn' process, which Tsering argues is a relatively...





