Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama launches VisitDharamshala.com, a new digital tourism portal for Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, offering verified stays and travel info — read to know more.

Soni Razdan meets Dalai Lama, writes “Some experiences don’t need words”

Actress Soni Razdan shared her profound and "beyond words" experience of meeting His Holiness the Dalai Lama on social media, expressing deep gratitude for the unique and emotional encounter.

US restores $6.8 million aid for Tibetans, State Department says

The US has called on China to cease what it describes as interference in the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama, who fled from Tibet in 1959 in the wake of a failed uprising against Chinese rule and took shelter in India

India’s Tibet stand signals diplomatic maturity

New Delhi’s response to the Dalai Lama’s reincarnation announcement should help India gain an edge over China in soft power as the two compete for supremacy in the Global South

Senior US official meets Dalai Lama in Dharamshala: Embassy

Thousands gathered in the main courtyard of Tsuglagkhang, the Dalai Lama temple in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala on Sunday to celebrate the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama turns 90: PM Modi’s greeting sends diplomatic signal to China

PM Modi’s birthday greeting to the Dalai Lama comes amid a broader regional power competition between India and China, and as both sides cautiously work to repair ties frayed by the 2020 Galwan Valley border clash.

NIA probes Khalistani terror finance links in McLeodganj amid Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday celebrations

The raid was prompted by concerns over suspicious financial transactions and foreign exchange dealings, potentially tied to Khalistani sympathisers operating both in India and abroad.



Amid Dalai Lama’s succession buzz, China unveils plans to install world’s largest impulse turbine in Tibet

The domestically developed turbine boasts a maximum output of 500 megawatts, making it the largest of its kind globally in terms of single-unit capacity.

‘No one has right to interfere’: Kiren Rijiju on China’s objections to Dalai Lama succession plans

The Union minister’s statement came amid the heightened attention on the sensitive issue of the Tibetan spiritual leader’s succession.

Two Dalai Lamas? Why Tibet and China are headed for a spiritual showdown | Explained

In recent years, Beijing has tried to exert greater authority over Tibetan Buddhism, including the right to approve or appoint the next Dalai Lama.

Dalai Lama succession: What is Gaden Phodrang Trust and why it has drawn China's scrutiny

Dalai Lama succession: Founded by the Tibetan spiritual leader himself, the Gaden Phodrang Foundation or Trust is tasked with the preservation of Tibetan culture, supporting the Tibetan community, and popularising Buddhist science and religion.

All eyes on July 6 as Dalai Lama turns 90: How his successor will be chosen and why it matters to China

For Tibetans in exile, the Dalai Lama is a symbol of their identity, culture, and religious continuity. For Beijing, he represents a separatist figurehead whose influence undermines Chinese control over Tibet.

Tibetans face up to uncertain future as Dalai Lama turns 90

The charismatic Nobel Peace Prize-winning Buddhist -- who Tibetans say is the 14th reincarnation of the 600-year-old post -- will reveal if there will be another Dalai Lama after him.

China rejects Dalai Lama’s succession Claim, asserts authority over selection

China rejected the Dalai Lama’s claim that his successor would be born outside China, insisting he must “abide by the laws.” Beijing asserts its authority over the selection, escalating tensions over Tibet.

Dalai Lama says his successor to be born outside China

Beijing insists it will choose his successor, but the Dalai Lama has said any successor named by China would not be respected.

China threat? MHA upgrades Dalai Lama's security to Z-category after IB report

He had a small protection cover of the Himachal Pradesh Police and was extended security when he travelled to Delhi or any other place by the local police.

Elon Musk reacts to old interview of Dalai Lama with Indian-origin journalist amid immigration debate

The resurfaced clip has sparked fresh discussions, particularly amidst debates over immigration policies in the United States, including the speculation around Indian-origin Sriram Krishnan’s potential influence on H1B visa regulations as a White House AI advisor.

‘When I am about ninety I will re-evaluate whether the institution of the Dalai Lama should continue or not’

The Dalai Lama will turn 90 in July. Dalai Lamas, who functioned as the political and spiritual heads of Tibet for over three centuries, have been chosen as reincarnations. Given the threat of the Chinese Communist Party interjecting itself in the selection process, the current Dalai Lama in 2011 wrote an article explaining the background of the belief in reincarnation and cautioning people about the danger of others being propped up to serve political ends. Moneycontrol reproduces edited extracts of the Dalai Lama’s article, where he concludes by saying that the continuity of the institution will be re-evaluated when he reaches the age of 90

China condemns US meeting with Dalai Lama, reiterates opposition to any hosting

China condemned a recent meeting with the Dalai Lama, accusing him of "anti-China separatist activities" and rejecting any country hosting him. US officials met him in New York.

Delhi HC junks plea against Dalai Lama over kissing video row

In the clip, the Dalai Lama was seen kissing the boy on the lips and asking him to "suck his tongue", which sparked a row on social media

Nancy Pelosi Backs Dalai Lama As US Congressional Delegation Visits Dharamshala

A US congressional delegation led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul received warm felicitation early Wednesday after meeting Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama in Dharamshala to discuss the 'Resolve Tibet Act'. The delegation comprised former US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congress members Mariannette Miller, Gregory Meeks, Nicole Malliotakis, Jim McGovern, and Ami Bera.

US lawmakers meet Dalai Lama, vow to not let China decide next leader of Tibet

They also signalled that Washington would pressure Beijing to hold talks with Tibetan leaders, stalled since 2010, to resolve the Tibet issue with a bill President Joe Biden is expected to sign soon.

Nancy Pelosi's stern message to Xi: 'Dalai Lama will live forever but President of China, you'll be gone'

The Tibet policy bill is a message to the Chinese government that we have clarity in our thinking and our understanding of this issue of the freedom of Tibet, says Pelosi.

US lawmakers in India to meet Dalai Lama, discuss Tibet-China dispute bill

The bill seeks to push Beijing to hold talks with Tibetan leaders, stalled since 2010, to secure a negotiated agreement on Tibet and spur China to address Tibetan people's aspirations on their historical, cultural, religious and linguistic identity

US lawmakers to meet Dalai Lama on India trip next week

The meeting comes days ahead of a planned trip by the Dalai Lama to the U.S. to undergo medical treatment for his knees, but it is unclear whether he will have any engagements during that time