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Tibetan leader highlights Tibet’s global relevance in London, urges youth to defend identity and history

Tibetan leader Penpa Tsering, during a UK visit, urged Tibetan youth to understand their history, stressed Tibet's global importance, and called for dialogue with China. He also warned against blind cooperation with China, highlighting the need to protect Tibetan...

ETGE slams US envoy’s meeting with Chinese Minister linked to Uyghur genocide

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) firmly denounced the recent meeting between US Ambassador to China David Perdue and Wang Xiaohong, China's Minister of Public Security and a key figure in the ongoing genocide against Uyghurs and other...

Dalai Lama to make announcement about his reincarnation during upcoming Tibetan Religious Conference

The Tibetan Buddhist leaders will attend the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference from July 2-4 in the North Indian hill town of Dharamshala.

Hundreds celebrate International Yoga Day in Beijing

The event began with a soulful kirtan and continued with an energizing session of the Common Yoga Protocol, officially marking the start of the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations at the Old Chancery complex.

Kailash Manasarovar Yatris celebrate International Day of Yoga in Tibet

Pilgrims on the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, a sacred journey to Mount Kailash in Tibet, marked the International Day of Yoga 2025 by performing yoga sessions in Bainang County, Tibet Autonomous Region.

Dalai Lama congratulates Mongolia’s new PM Zandanshatar Gombojav

The 14th Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader, extended his warm congratulations to Zandanshatar Gombojav on his election as Prime Minister of Mongolia.

Tibetans, Chinese activists hold peaceful protest in Geneva amid UNHRC session, highlight China’s repression

On June 16, as the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC 59th Session) began, the Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein (TCSL) organized a peaceful protest in Geneva to draw attention to ongoing state repressions within...

Bilingual website dedicated to 14th Dalai Lama’s 90th b’day celebration innagurated

President of Central Tibetan Administration, Sikyong ( political leader) Penpa Tsering inaugurates the bilingual websites dedicated to the year-long celebration of the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday.

Two dists of Nepal on alert as China warns of inundation post rain in Tibet

Both the District Administration Office issued the alert following the warning from the Chinese side, statement released from both the local bodies reads.

UN Rights Chief flags China over Tibet, Xinjiang abuses; calls for release of detainees and legal reform

On June 17, Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed worries about "continued violations of cultural and other rights" in Tibet and demanded the "release of all individuals detained for exercising their rights and alignment of...

US lawmakers propose to mark July 6 as “Day of Compassion” to honour Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, reaffirm support for Tibetan rights...

Representatives Joe Wilson, Mike Lawler, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Jamie Raskin, Jan Schakowsky, and Young Kim have also supported the resolution.

China’s national security white paper sparks concerns over authoritarian control, CCP supremacy

The White Paper stresses the importance of maintaining the CCP's continuity and supremacy over the nation as the cornerstone of China's national security, as highlighted by the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT).

Dolma Gyari wins 2025 ‘Spirit of Freedom Award’ for promoting Tibetan democracy, resisting Chinese oppression

The Independent Federation of Chinese Students and Scholars (IFCSS) named Dolma Gyari the 2025 "Spirit of Freedom Award" recipient in honour of her services to democratic development and Tibetan struggle in exile.

China’s transnational crackdown targets activists abroad: Article 19 Report

A new report by Article 19 reveals how China targets exiled activists worldwide through digital surveillance, threats, and intimidation, including harassment of their families back home. The report documents cases in 12 countries and urges governments and tech firms...

Tibetans in Tibet face persecution ahead of Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday

Tibetans face serious risks celebrating the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday due to China's crackdown. The International Campaign for Tibet urges the global community to protect Tibetans' rights, stop persecution, and allow peaceful celebrations without fear of detention or...

Indian parliamentary committee for SC-ST welfare convenes two-days meeting in Dharamshala, meets Dalai Lama

18 members of the Indian parliament (including 12 from Lok Sabha and 6 from Rajya Sabha) of the parliamentary committee on the welfare of scheduled caste and scheduled tribes along with their family members and officers of the parliamentary...

EAM Jaishankar meets Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan in Delhi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan on Thursday, ahead of the fourth edition of the India- Central Asia Dialogue.

Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov arrives in India for 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue

Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov arrived in Delhi to participate in the fourth edition of the India- Central Asia Doialogue, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affaira (MEA), Randhir Jaiswal shared on Thursday.

Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov arrives in Delhi to participate in India- Central Asia Dialogue

The Deputy Chairman of Cabinet of Ministers and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, arrived in Delhi on Thursday to take part in Central Asia Dialogue and the meeting of India -Central Asia Business Council.

India’s historical linkages with Central Asian Countries being fostered through cooperation in defence, several other areas

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will host the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan for the fourth meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue on June 6. India's historical and cultural linkages with the Central Asian...

China uses colonial boarding schools for political assimilation: New report reveals exile community condemns unjust system

US-based Tibet Action Group has come up with a new report that reveals that China is using colonial boarding schools for political assimilation and not for education access. The report says that China has designed this system to assimilate...

US State Department issues annual report on access to Tibetan areas

The report highlights ongoing restrictions imposed by Chinese authorities on US diplomats, journalists, and citizens seeking to enter Tibet.

Tibetan delegation in Frankfurt seeks German backing against China’s repression

During their stay, the delegation conferred with Frank Auth, the President of Friends for Friends in Frankfurt, and Dieter Beine, Chief Protocol Officer of Hessen.

Scottish Parliament opposes Chinese interference in Dalai Lama’s reincarnation

The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting religious freedom and human rights for the Tibetan people, especially concerning the reincarnation of the 14th Dalai Lama.

China’s new national security, White paper reveals paranoia

However, the State Council's assertion that the paper "represents a major theoretical contribution from contemporary China to the global community" is best seen as a hubristic exaggeration.

Sikyong Penpa Tsering urges global Tibetan unity in Toronto, highlights rising global focus on China-Tibet conflict

The event commenced with a welcoming speech and a short presentation by the President of the Tibetan Association, Sonam Lankar, followed by comments from Representative Namgyal Choedup.

World Uyghur Congress joins Berlin protest marking 30 years since Panchen Lama’s disappearance

The demonstration, organised by the Berlin-based non-profit Tibet Initiative Deutschland, marked the 30th anniversary of the enforced disappearance of the 11th Panchen Lama -- one of the most significant spiritual figures in Tibetan Buddhism

MEPs demand answers from EU on 30th anniversary of Panchen Lama’s disappearance

"The 11th Panchen Lama turns 36 on 25 April 2025. But where is he? China is answerable to the world."

World Uyghur Congress highlights global advocacy efforts in weekly report

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) recently released its weekly briefing, spotlighting recent significant international engagements and ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the human rights crisis faced by the Uyghur people.

Zurich gathering marks 30 years since disappearance of 11th Panchen Lama

Over 200 Tibetans and rights advocates gathered in Zurich to mark 30 years since the disappearance of the 11th Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima. The event, part of a global movement, called on China to reveal his whereabouts and...