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Guru Padmasambhava: The Lotus-Born Master and His Sacred Bond with Tibet
Guru Padmasambhava, revered as Guru Rinpoche, meaning "Precious Master," stands as one of the most towering spiritual figures in the history of Tibetan Buddhism. Regarded…
Read more →The Unbreakable Spirit of Tibet: A Story of Resilience, Identity, and Hope
For more than seven decades, the Tibetan people have endured displacement, repression, cultural erasure, and exile. Yet despite immense challenges, Tibetans continue to preserve th…
Read more →Education Kalon inaugurates language and math labs at Petoen School
Dharamshala 1 April 2026 Education Kalon Tharlam Dolma Changra of the Department of Education Central Tibetan Administration inaugurated the Tibetan Language Laboratory and Math La…
Read more →Baren Uprising 1990 : Remembering the hundreds of Lives Lost
The Baren Uprising of 1990 remains one of the most significant yet underreported moments in the modern history of East Turkistan. Often overshadowed by global events and restricted…
Read more →Contextualizing the Epstein Files: Why Mentions of the Dalai Lama Do Not Imply Wrongdoing
Recent media coverage surrounding newly released Jeffrey Epstein-related documents has generated widespread speculation, particularly regarding public figures whose names appear in…
Read more →US tech enabled China’s surveillance empire. Now Tibetan refugees in Nepal are paying the price
By Tibet Rights Collective Introduction The white dome of Boudhanath rises above the crowded streets of Kathmandu as it has for generations. Crowned by a golden spire and marked wi…
Read more →Richard Gere Breaks Silence on His 20 Year Oscars Absence and Reaffirms Commitment to Tibet and Human Rights
Hollywood actor and long time Tibet supporter Richard Gere has spoken about his nearly two decade absence from the Academy Awards. His recent interview with Variety confirms that h…
Read more →Ten Years on Speaking for Tibetan Refugees in Nepal at the United Nations in Geneva
By Tibet Rights Collective Introduction On 4 November 2015, during Nepal’s Universal Periodic Review at the United Nations in Geneva, a significant side event was held at the…
Read more →75 Years of Unwavering Leadership: Tibet Celebrates His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Assumption of Spiritual and Temporal Authority
More than six thousand Tibetans and supporters gathered at the Main Tibetan Temple courtyard today to mark the seventy fifth anniversary of the day the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, then …
Read more →Destroying Heaven: The Tragedy of Larung Gar
High in the rolling hills of Serta County in eastern Tibet once thrived a sea of crimson, tens of thousands of red-robed monks and nuns devoted to study, meditation, and the pursui…
Read more →Education Kalon Tharlam Dolma Changra Strengthens Global Support for Tibetan Education During Germany Visit
By Tibet Rights Collective | October 9, 2025 Bavaria, Germany | October 7, 2025 — Education Kalon (Minister) Tharlam Dolma Changra of the Department of Education, Central Tib…
Read more →October 7, 1950: The Day Tibet Lost Its Freedom — But Never Its Soul
By Tibet Rights Collective | October 7, 2025 “They crossed our borders with guns. But they could never conquer our spirit.” On October 7, 1950 , the stillness of Tibet&…
Read more →Candle March in Bodh Gaya as Tibetan Monks Raise Voice Against Chinese Atrocities
Bodh Gaya, Bihar – The sacred land of Bodh Gaya, revered as the seat of Buddha’s enlightenment, witnessed a powerful display of peace and resistance on Sunday. Hundreds…
Read more →China Must Not Interfere in the Reincarnation of the Dalai Lama
As the 14th Dalai Lama turned 90 on 7 July 2025 , a group of 34 members of the European Parliament—including representatives from S&D, EPP, Greens, The Left, and Renew Eu…
Read more →China Devastated as Indian Prime Minister Modi and Union Minister Rijiju Wish Dalai Lama
Beijing, July 7, 2025 — China is reeling with dismay after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju publicly honored the 14th Dalai Lama on his 90t…
Read more →His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama reinstates hope and freedom on his 90th birthday
His Holiness Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshe Tenzin Gyatso, the Great 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet is one of the most beloved and revered spiritual Gurus of the modern world. An ardent m…
Read more →The Legacy of the Dalai Lamas: A Journey from the 1st to the 14th
The institution of the Dalai Lama, a cornerstone of Tibetan Buddhism, spans over six centuries and encompasses 14 recognized reincarnations, each believed to embody the Bodhisattva…
Read more →Dalai Lama’s Succession to Be Addressed at 15th Tibetan Religious Conference?
Dharamsala, India – The 15th Tibetan Religious Conference, scheduled for 2–4 July 2025 in Dharamsala, northern India, is set to be a pivotal moment for Tibetan Buddhism…
Read more →Losar in Occupied Tibet: A Staged Spectacle Under Chinese Rule
The recent equestrian show in Lhasa, heavily publicized by Chinese state media, is yet another example of Beijing’s relentless attempt to mask its oppressive rule over Tibet …
Read more →China’s Fake Relics and the Exploitation of Buddhism
China’s use of fabricated Buddhist relics as tools of soft power and geopolitical influence has once again come into the spotlight. The recent controversy surrounding the so-…
Read more →A conversation with Amy Yee: The author of Far from the Rooftop of the World
Amy Yee is author of Far from the Rooftop of the World : Travels among Tibetan Refugees on Four Continents with a Foreword by the Dalai Lama (University of North Carolina Press 202…
Read more →17th Anniversary of the Dalai Lama’s U.S. Congressional Gold Medal: Celebrating a Legacy of Peace and Compassion
On October 17, 2024, the world marks the 17th anniversary of a momentous occasion: the awarding of the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. In 2007, H…
Read more →Historic Presentation of Buddha Relics to His Holiness the Dalai Lama
In a momentous event that resonates deeply with Buddhist devotees worldwide, a delegation of Buddhist monks from Sri Lanka made a pilgrimage to Dharamshala on April 4th to present …
Read more →The Significance of 31st March for His Holiness the Dalai Lama
March 31st holds profound significance in the life of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, marking a pivotal moment in his journey that has shaped the course of Tibetan history and gl…
Read more →Dharamshala: Deputy Speaker Delivers Insightful Briefing to German Parliament Member on Tibet
Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile recently hosted Anna-Elisabeth von Treuenfels-Frowein, a Member of the Hamburg Parliament in Germany, along…
Read more →His Holiness the Dalai Lama Receives Long Life Blessings in Bodhgaya
Source: Tibet.net His Holiness the Dalai Lama was honored in a solemn ceremony at the Kalachakra Teaching Ground in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India, where prayers and offerings were made fo…
Read more →17 October 2007: 16th Anniversary of US Congressional Gold Medal Conferment to His Holiness the Dalai Lama
On October 17, 2007, the Tibetan freedom struggle achieved a significant milestone as His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, the United States&#…
Read more →Switzerland Stands in Solidarity with Tibetans Inside Tibet, Demands Action for Tibet`s Plight
In a resounding display of unity and compassion, a collective of exiled Tibetan families from Switzerland has embarked on a tireless campaign to support the Tibetan people inside T…
Read more →Sikyong Penpa Tsering visits Mexican Congress Parliament, meets Deputies
Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the political leader of the Tibetan government-in-exile, embarked on a momentous official visit to Mexico City on Saturday, October 7, 2023, marking a signif…
Read more →Tibetan Community Mourns the Passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein
On the morning of September 30, 2023, the Tibetan community and the international community at large mourned the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein, a dedicated advocate for Tibet…
Read more →We need to nurture a generation of informed & passionate advocates for Tibet: A Conversation with Tenzin Passang
In this interview, we explore the journey of Tenzin Passang La, a passionate Tibetan activist who serves as the National Director of Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) in India. She d…
Read more →Indian interests are intertwined with the resolution of the Tibetan issue: RK Khrimey on role of CGTC I and importance of Tibet
Excerpts from our conversation with Shri R. K. Khrimey , National Convener of Core Group for Tibetan Cause and former Parliament member. 1. What are your thoughts on the CCP’…
Read more →Significance of Sikkim for Buddhism and His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Introduction Tibetan Spiritual Leader, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama to visit Sikkim from October 10 to 14 this year. Sikkim's Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang, has officia…
Read more →Shatsa and Readers in Making: On Spreading Kindness and Compassion Through Reading
Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be and so is Shatsa, a nonprofit organization based in Sonamling settlement Ladakh that started with the sole purpose of contributi…
Read more →Never lose hope and support one another: Sakina Batt on her journey so far
Sakina Batt is an experienced news anchor, Interview host, news writer, video producer, editor, scriptwriter and content creator. She leads the video series namely, "In Conver…
Read more →The Dalai Lamas Journey to Ladakh: Tracing His Visits and Teachings in the Region
“Down on the plains there’s so much cloud and rain, I missed the blue sky. So, I flew up to Ladakh and the clear blue sky became visible again”. Thousands of peop…
Read more →HH the 14th Dalai Lama - A Bodhisattva of Compassion
By Novanita Sharma “May I become at all times, both now and forever, A protector for those without protection, A guide for those who have lost their way, A ship for those wit…
Read more →Long live the Dalai Lama, personality omnipresent in the hearts of Tibetans!
By Senator Jacqueline Eustache-Brinio Longue vie au Dalaï Lama, personnalité omniprésente dans le cœur des Tibétains ! Sénatrice du Val d&rsq…
Read more →World Tibet Day is a good example of the solidarity of international community: Sethu Das on Friends of Tibet and his journey
After graduating from the Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara, Sethu Das went to Srinagar for an assignment and accidentally reached Dharamshala, the seat of the Tibetan Govern…
Read more →The Dalai Lama: Simple Monk or Incarnation of a Higher Being?
His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama, Buddhist spiritual master and symbolic leader of the people of Tibet, who currently lives in exile in Dharamsala, India, regularly says that he…
Read more →His Holiness Dalai Lama: A Symbol of Happiness and Peace
“The heart of the Buddha’s teaching is a combination of compassion and wisdom and as Buddhists our task is cultivate these two qualities” -His Holiness Dalai Lama…
Read more →Running for Unity and Transformation: Embracing Love, Peace, and Forgiveness
On 13th May 2023, 150 runners from Darjeeling and Sikkim ran from Darjeeling to Kurseong in West Bengal to show their solidarity with the His Holiness the Dalai Lama. In a remarkab…
Read more →An Anguish, an Everlasting Trauma: The Dalai Lama is a leader of the world
By Tenzing Dhamdul, FNVA “Someone who has little knowledge, Will find fault with those who understand. All look with awe on expensive belongings, But who would notice a piece…
Read more →The Dalai Lama, Environmentalist
This excerpt has been taken from 'This Fragile Planet: His Holiness the Dalai Lama on Environment' which features 80 inspiring quotations from His Holiness the Dalai Lama o…
Read more →I’ve learned to embrace my sensitivity as my strength: Tenzin Chodon on Waking up Closer to Tibet and interviewing HH the Dalai Lama
Our next guest in Conversations on Tibet with TRC is Ms. Tenzin Chodon . She is a two times TED speaker, talk show host, United Nations SDG ambassador, media trainer, and global so…
Read more →We want to help the Tibetan youth achieve their dreams: Kunsang Tsephel on Empowering the Vision Project and youth empowerment
Empowering the Vision Project (ENVISION) was set up in December 2007 as a Trust to strengthen the Tibetan community through youth empowerment. Its vision is to see genuinely self-r…
Read more →My journey is my greatest achievement: Cinematographer Tenzin Kelsang on his journey and favourite projects
In our next edition of Conversations with TRC, we interviewed the popular cinematographer, DI colorist, and photographer Tenzin Kelsang la, who spoke to us about his favorite proje…
Read more →Tibet & Losar 2023 : Looking Back and Ahead
The events of 2022 tested Tibet and Tibetans more than any other sovereign nations. China’s continued aggressive policy, coupled with Xi Jinping assertive control over the po…
Read more →Every Tibetan born after 1959 is born as an activist: Chemi Lhamo on her love for the Land of Snow, No Beijing 2022 protests and Tibetan Resilience
A human rights activist and community organiser, Chemi Lhamo is recognized in Canada’s national current affairs and news magazine Maclean’s Top 50 Power List of 2022. L…
Read more →A Day with Tibetan Sweater Sellers in Gurgaon
Delhi winter is almost over, and the Tibetan winter handloom markets are gearing up to wind up their businesses. The winter business is a four-month hustle that starts in October a…
Read more →Incorporating Karuna in education: Dalai Lama’s Vision for Educating the Heart
“At the center of non-violence stands the principle of love.” – Martin Luther King Jr. The 14th Dalai Lama says that compassion "belongs to that category of …
Read more →Why does China want to block the Dalai Lama’s visit to Sri Lanka?
Chargé d'affaires Hu Wei of the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka has stated that “the government and people of China including in the Tibet Autonomous Region strongly …
Read more →Humanity should not be a dead species! Panchen Lama: A Life in Prison
By Tenzin Jampa A Life In Prison 17 May 1995. It was like any other day for him. He was happy. He was content. After all, for the whole afternoon, he had been running around the gr…
Read more →Of Buddha and the practice of Bodhichitta: Relevance of Dalai Lama’s teachings at Bodh Gaya
“Listen to and study the Buddha’s teachings. Reflect on them over and over again, then meditate on what you’ve understood. Be determined to work for the welfare o…
Read more →Pah-Lak, a play we Tibetans must entertain to remember who we are
Tenzing Dhamdul, Research Associate FNVA, New Delhi The set-up: It was pouring cats and dogs in New Delhi but people came in scores including our Indian sisters and brothers who ma…
Read more →The Book Xi Jinping doesn’t want you to read: Benedict Rogers on his new book, Tibet issue and how Dalai Lama has influenced him
Benedict Rogers is a human rights activist and writer. He is the co-founder and Chief Executive of Hong Kong Watch, Senior Analyst for East Asia at the international human rights o…
Read more →Richard Gere and his Message of Universal Responsibility
(By Tenzin Tsetan & Lakshmi P) “None of his parents are Tibetans; yet he agitates all of China” - Richard Gere is my Hero (2010) Tibet’s exiled leader and the…
Read more →Ancient Wisdom In A Modern World: HH The Dalai Lama And His Teachings
By Shri Sujeet Kumar, Honourable Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha This 6th of July marked the 87th birthday of His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso. Birth anniversarie…
Read more →Dalai Lama : An Embodiment Of Compassion And Clear Thought
By Vivek Wadhwa I lost my wife, Tavinder, to cancer in June 2019. It was completely devastating, because she was everything to me, someone I considered my soulmate. What kept me go…
Read more →Statement of TRC on the 83rd birthday of His Holiness the Great Fourteenth Dalai Lama
Today, on this auspicious and joyous occasion of the eighty-seventh birthday of His Holiness the Great Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet, Tibet Rights Collective joins millions of his…
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