Recent Tibet News:
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Many Tibetans Face Violent Crackdown for Urging to Stop a Chinese Dam Project
Chinese police have been interrogating around 1000 Tibetan detainees in various locations throughout Dege county in Kardze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. The detainees, over a thousand Tibetans arrested during a protest, have been asked to bring their own bedding and Tsampa, a Tibetan staple food, indicating a potentially prolonged detention.
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US Sends Strong Message of Support to Tibet By Passing Bipartisan Bill
In a significant development, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan Resolve Tibet Bill, officially titled Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act (HR 533), on February 15, 2024. This move reaffirms the U.S. policy of supporting direct dialogue between the People’s Republic of China and representatives of His Holiness the Dalai Lama…
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20 UN Member States Criticize China’s Treatment of Tibet in Human Rights Review
During China’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, twenty UN member states raised significant concerns regarding China’s human rights abuses in Tibet, doubling the number from the 2018 review. Issues highlighted included coercive boarding schools, arbitrary detentions, and restricted access to Tibet.
Other Recent News:
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Dalai Lama Congratulates Bhutan’s PM-Elect Tshering Tobgay
In a letter of profound significance, His Holiness acknowledged the deep-rooted spiritual connection shared between the Tibetan people and the Bhutanese populace. As the venerable Supreme Religious Leader, His Holiness expressed not only admiration but also spiritual warmth for Bhutan’s remarkable journey in democratic governance, guided by the insightful leadership of the Druk Gyalpo.
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His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Upcoming Visits Cancelled Due to Health Concerns
In a recent announcement, the office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has declared the cancellation of two scheduled visits, citing health concerns and the need for a full recovery from a recent bout of the flu. His personal physicians have strongly advised against any travel that could strain his health at this time.
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Dalai Lama Expresses Condolences and Support for Sikkim Amidst Flash Flood Tragedy, Reschedules Upcoming Visit
His Holiness the Dalai Lama has expressed his deep sadness and condolences to Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and the people of Sikkim following the tragic flash flood that struck the Teesta River Valley on the night of October 4, 2023. The flood resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to property in the…
Recent People News:
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Tibetan Wins the Best Young Scientist Award for 2022
A Tibetan student has recently been awarded the Best Young Scientist Award for 2022. According to the report by the official news outlet of the Tibetan government in exile, the Tibetan student has been awarded the recognition at the Asian Medical Institute in the city of Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, former Soviet Union Republic.
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Earned Every Right to Be Awarded Bharat Ratna: Shashi Tharoor on Dalai Lama
One of the most flamboyant Indian political figures, Shashi Tharoor has joined the list of public figures demanding Bharat Ratna for Dalai Lama. Former Indian international diplomat Shashi Tharoor has come in support of the campaign calling for India’s highest civilian honor to be awarded to Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Recent Opinion Pieces:
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Revive & Restore: The Cause of Tibet & The Faith in Middle-Way Approach
In times of being invaded and exiled, reclaiming one’s land and defending one’s independence is a common response that is just, meanwhile defaming the oppressor and resisting the oppression too is a normal reaction that is natural.
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Master of Ancient Tibetan Knowledge in the United States
During a trip to the city of San Francisco, California, it was a rare opportunity for me to experience close and personal interaction with a well-known master of ancient Tibetan knowledge. Despite a busy schedule of online teaching sessions and traditional Tibetan religious practices, Chapur Rinpoche shared profound words of wisdom and a glimpse into…
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Three steps to counter Xi’s evil plans
Tucked away in the laps of the Dauladhar range is the political seat of the Tibetan government in exile and home away from the stolen home of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and thousands of other Tibetans in the area. It’s been more than sixty-three monsoons since His Holiness started living in Dharamsala and his…
Recent Review Pieces:
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Self-Death is clouded with Victim Blaming!
The concept of birth, life and death are universal across all living beings regardless of species type, gender, religion, race, ethnicity, class and geography. Every living organism whether humans, animals, even plants goes through these natural phenomena in relation to either one self or others. Even though these concepts are natural, they are viewed very…
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Coronavirus Alert! Mask Pose Dangers for Babies, Toddlers
In this time of global health outbreak, masks have become the new normal in our daily lives. However, mask also pose dangers for babies and toddlers. According to various bodies of health experts, the use of masks on babies and toddler pose serious dangers and many of them recommend not to use face masks on…
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Story of Indian Officer Who Escorted the Dalai Lama to Safety
The brave story of an Indian frontier forces soldier escorting His Holiness the Dalai Lama is published. Rani Singh’s book on Har Mander Singh, now in his nineties is an expectional reading filled with inspiration and heroism. ‘An Officer and His Holiness’ explores the how the Indian force escorted the Dalai Lama across the border…
Recent Tech Reviews:
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Intel believes that new Chinese CPU producers could pose challenge to its position in the next 3 to 5 years.
Intel is a well-known manufacturer of desktop and laptop processors. You may recognize them from your school’s computers, where their logo is prominently displayed on each machine. It’s possible that when you turn on your laptop, you’ll see this logo with an “Intel Inside” video. They had long dominated the CPU market, and none of…
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All About The Spyware Pegasus
Pegasus is military-grade spyware developed by the NSO group with the stated goal of supporting national governments and law enforcement in the prevention and investigation of terrorism, criminality, and public safety threats. The NSO Group, based in Herzliya, near Tel Aviv, Israel, was created in 2010 by Niv Carmi, Omri Lavie, and Shalev Hulio as…