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Why Nehru recognised Tibet as a part of China — CDS Anil Chauhan explains
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan stated that Jawaharlal Nehru recognized Tibet as part of China to foster a strong relationship, recalling the Panchsheel agreement. He emphasized that India must reconsider its perspective on Himalayan boundaries, particularly in...
All safeguards followed in Wangchuk case: Govt
Referring to the activist’s speech, the solicitor general said he had stated that Ladakhis could not choose their own representatives while China and Tibet etc have autonomous rights which is highly objectionable. “This is a preventive action so that...
After 10-yr chase, wildlife sleuths nab the ‘ghost’
Interpol-wanted wildlife trafficker Yangchen Lachungpa, a decade-long fugitive, was apprehended in a remote Sikkim village. Her arrest, following a complex operation, marks a significant breakthrough in combating international wildlife smuggling. Authorities believe her network linked Indian tiger reserves to...
ITBP officer kills himself, suicide note blames Bihar policeman
An Indo-Tibetan Border Police deputy commandant was found dead by suicide in Patiala, with a note accusing a Bihar Police officer. The suicide note blamed the Bihar Police SHO for molesting the deceased's sister, holding him responsible for the...
Myanmar earthquake: North-East region hit with 4.7 magnitude quake; tremors felt across Assam, Manipur
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Myanmar near the India border early Tuesday, causing tremors across Manipur, Nagaland, and Assam. This seismic event, centered southeast of Ukhrul, followed a 3.4 magnitude quake in Maharashtra and a 3.3 magnitude tremor in...
Ex-Tibetan PM in exile says Chinese embassies meddling in Nepal; warns India
Lobsang Sangay, the former Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile, alleged Chinese interference in South Asian nations. He specifically pointed to Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Sangay warned India to remain vigilant regarding China's expansionist policies. He highlighted China's efforts to...
Evening news wrap: Centre grants relief to minority migrants; Trump says India ‘kills with tariffs’, & more
India has exempted specific migrants from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet from penal action under the new immigration law. Simultaneously, US President Donald Trump has labeled India as the "most tariffed nation," asserting that New Delhi proposed...
'Power of yoga': Sadhguru completes Kailash Yatra on motorcycle; makes journey just 18 months after 2 critical surgeries
Sadhguru triumphantly completed the Kailash Yatra on his motorcycle, returning to a grand welcome at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore. This feat comes just 18 months after undergoing emergency brain surgeries. He attributed his successful journey to the...
Sadhguru embarks on motorbike Kailash Yatra after brain surgeries, marks India-China spiritual ties
NEW DELHI: The reopening of the Kailash Yatra route through Tibet has allowed Indian pilgrims to undertake the spiritual journey to Mount Kailash after a five-year hiatus, reflecting improving India-China relations.
Dalai Lama concludes 6-week Ladakh visit, in Delhi tomorrow
SRINAGAR: The Dalai Lama Monday praised Ladakh for its development and the warm hospitality extended to him during his six-week visit to the region.
Arunachal's Begging village signs MoU for pre-feasibility report of Siang project
The latest to join were the residents of Begging village in Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, where over 85% of households pledged their support for the preparation of the project's PFR. This comes close on the heels of similar...
Uttarakhand: 43 people still missing in Dharali flash floods, says govt in first official note
Following the devastating flash flood in Dharali on August 5th, officials report 43 people still missing amidst warnings of more heavy rainfall in Uttarkashi until August 15th, potentially hindering search and relief efforts. A joint task force is navigating...
Uttarakhand: CM Dhami visits disaster-affected areas
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami surveyed disaster-hit areas, assuring residents of support. Approximately 274 stranded individuals, including tourists from various states, were evacuated from Gangotri. Rescue operations are ongoing with collaborative efforts from multiple agencies like police, SDRF,...
Entire village washed away: Cloudburst triggers flash floods in Uttarakhand - what we know so far
A devastating cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district triggered severe flash floods, washing away homes and hotels in Dharali village. Approximately 10-12 people are feared trapped, with rescue operations underway by the Army, SDRF, and NDRF. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh...
'Not immediately worried': Himanta Biswa Sarma plays down fears over China's Brahmaputra dam; cites river's multiple sources
Assam's chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, addressed concerns regarding China's Brahmaputra dam project, stating there's no immediate cause for alarm as the river's flow relies on multiple sources, including Bhutan, Arunachal Pradesh, and local rainfall. He acknowledged conflicting views...
Evening News wrap: China starts mega-dam project on Brahmaputra, US NTSB terms western media reports on AI crash ‘speculative’; and more
China has initiated a major dam project on the Brahmaputra River, raising concerns in India and Bangladesh about potential impacts on water flow.
BJP’s Tarun Chugh meets Dalai Lama in Leh, renews spiritual freedom vow
BJP leader Tarun Chugh met the Dalai Lama in Ladakh, emphasizing the region's spiritual and strategic importance. Chugh highlighted India's dedication to spiritual freedom as a civilizational duty. The Dalai Lama expressed gratitude for India's support in preserving Tibetan...
'Unlike China': Dalai Lama lauds India’s religious freedom; claims Tibetan traditions in decline under Beijing rule
NEW DELHI: During his recent visit to Ladakh, the Dalai Lama said that India provides a “free and flourishing environment” for the study of Buddhism’s most profound philosophical teachings, while also highlighting the lack of religious freedom in China, ANI reported, quoting a statement from the Dalai Lama Office.
Tibet issue a thorn in ties with India, says Chinese envoy
China's embassy in Delhi voiced strong objections to recent remarks from Indian figures regarding Tibet and the Dalai Lama's reincarnation. The spokesperson emphasized India's commitment to recognizing Tibet as part of China and preventing anti-China political activities by Tibetans...
We Tibetans deeply indebted to India for warm hospitality: Dalai Lama
Marking his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama expressed gratitude to India for its hospitality since 1959, indirectly addressing China's claim over Tibet. He highlighted India's role as the land of Buddha and its support in preserving Tibetan culture and...
'Shooting oneself in foot': Ahead of Jaishankar's visit, Beijing says Tibet issue 'thorn' in India-China ties; claims Dalai Lama issue 'internal matte...
Ahead of S Jaishankar's China visit and the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday, the Chinese embassy in New Delhi has asserted that the Dalai Lama's succession is an internal affair of China and a hindrance to China-India relations.
Dalai Lama arrives in Leh for month-long stay, asks people to preserve Buddhist legacy
The Dalai Lama arrived in Ladakh on Saturday for a month-long visit, greeted by enthusiastic crowds. He urged the Himalayan region's residents to preserve and promote Buddhist teachings. Senior officials and religious leaders welcomed him at Leh airport, with...
Must stop calling Tibet border India-China boundary: BJP MP
NEW DELHI: A day after Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu said India does not share any boundary with China,
China 'colonising' 1 million Tibet kids in boarding schools: Report
NEW DELHI: A million Tibetan children and adolescents have been forcibly lodged in Chinese administration-run boarding schools in occupied Tibet
'Next successor will be born in free world': Arunachal CM Prema Khandu on next Dalai Lama, says 'China has no role'
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu asserted that the next Dalai Lama would be born in a free world, dismissing China's involvement due to its lack of democratic values. Khandu expressed hope for the current Dalai Lama's long life, while...
Our border is with Tibet, not China: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu takes swipe at Beijing
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu asserted that the state shares a border with Tibet, not China, amidst Beijing's territorial claims. He highlighted China's dam project on the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), terming it an existential threat due to potential...
Evening news wrap: China calls Trump's tariff pointless; MNS leader's son abuses a Marathi woman in a viral video; and more
Amidst ongoing tensions, Pakistan honored Captain Karnal Sher Khan, a Kargil war hero, despite previously denying his body. China dismissed US tariffs on BRICS nations as pointless coercion. A video of an MNS leader's son abusing a Marathi-speaking woman...
'Should act and speak prudently': China protests PM Modi's birthday greeting for Dalai Lama; lodges formal protest
China has lodged a formal protest with India following Prime Minister Modi's birthday greetings to the Dalai Lama and the attendance of Indian officials at his 90th birthday celebrations. Beijing views the Dalai Lama as a separatist and accuses...
Bharat Ratna for Dalai Lama: All-party MPs write to Centre; pitch for monk's Parliament speech
Indian MPs from various parties are backing the Dalai Lama. They want him to receive the Bharat Ratna. The MPs also want him to address the Parliament. They oppose China's interference in Tibetan spiritual matters. The forum supports a...




