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No casualties reported as 5.5-magntiude earthquake jolts southwest Tibet

(TibetanReview.net, May12’25) – An earthquake of what China said was of 5.5-magnitutde has struck early this morning an area in Tibet that was previously hit also by the devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake of Jan 7 this year, according to Chinese...

Sikyong Penpa Tsering engages with Tibetan youth, urges unity against Chinese oppression

During his visit to Amherst and Ithaca, Tsering emphasised the importance of Tibetan youth engagement, unity among Tibetans in exile, and international recognition of Tibet's historical independence, while warning of ecological damage in the Tibetan Plateau due to Chinese...

5.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet’s Shigaste

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, May 12: A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Shigatse, in Southern Tibet early Monday morning, according to the China Earthquake Administration (CEA). The tremor occurred at 5:11 a.m. local time at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers...

Mother of late Tulku Hungkar Dorje dies consumed with grief

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, May 12: Dugkar Dolma, the mother of the late Tulku Hungkar Dorje, passed away on May 6 at around 5 p.m. local time at her residence near Lungngon Monastery in Golog, Amdo, in eastern Tibet. She...

HRW urges Pope Leo XIV to rethink China-Vatican deal amid ongoing religious repression

By Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, May 12: International rights Watch dog Human Rights Watch has called on newly elected Pope Leo XIV to urgently review the Vatican’s 2018 agreement with China that allows the Chinese government to nominate bishops for...

Earthquake hits Lhaze in Tibet, no casualties reported 

By Tenzin Chokyi DHARAMSALA, 12 May: An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck Lhaze County in Shigatse City in the traditional Tibetan province of U-Tsang at 2:41 AM on Monday, according to the China Earthquake Administration (CEA).

OPINION | Tibet’s Future on the World Stage Hangs in the Balance as 2026 Elections Loom

London | 12 May 2025 | Tsering Passang As the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) – Tibet’s government-in-exile – prepares for its 2026 general elections, a renewed wave of political energy is rising across the Tibetan diaspora. Yet this momentum...

Sikyong Penpa Tsering Addresses Tibetan Communities in Amherst and Ithaca

Washington DC: After successfully concluding his engagements with Members of Congress in Washington, DC, Sikyong Penpa Tsering visited Amherst, Massachusetts and Ithaca, New York on 10 and 11 May 2025, respectively, to connect with members of the Tibetan community....

Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 strikes Tibet

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake hit Tibet on May 12, highlighting the region's seismic risks due to active tectonic movements.

US And China Announce Substantial Progress In Geneva Trade Talks, Full Deal Briefing Expected Soon

Geneva: US on Sunday announced a trade deal with China in Geneva, a statement by the White House said.Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent said that there was substantial progress between the parties."I'm happy to report that we made...

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Agrees To Meet Russian President Vladimir Putin In Turkey After US Pushes Ukraine To Accept Russia's Offer

Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin this week, shortly after US President Donald Trump urged him to "immediately" accept the Russian leader's offer to hold peace talks in Turkey, CNN...

Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Jolts Tibet; Shallow Depth Raises Risk Of Aftershocks And Surface Damage

Tibet: An earthquake of magnitude 5.7 on the Richter Scale jolted Tibet on Monday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said.As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible...

China jacks up military activity around Taiwan

The MND said that of the 36 sorties, 17 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central and southwestern ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zones).

Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes China's Tibet

Authorities have dispatched emergency response services and no casualties have been reported so far, CEA said.

Buddha Purnima 2025: Date, history, significance and wishes

In 2025, Buddha Purnima will be observed on Monday, May 12. The festival commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha.

Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 rocks Tibet

As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

Dalai Lama Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, Emphasizes Interfaith Harmony

Dalai Lama congratulates Pope Leo XIV, highlights interfaith ties and prays for peace, compassion, and harmony in today’s challenging world.

Dalai Lama Greets Shoton Festival Performers

Dalai Lama meets Shoton Festival artists, praises Tibetan spirit and culture, and expresses hope for a positive outcome in Tibet's struggle.

China tells India it condemns Pahalgam terror attack, then reassures Pakistan iron-clad-friend support

(TibetanReview.net, May11’25) – Following the May 10 understanding reached between India and Pakistan on cessation of all military actions that had continued for four days, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held phone conversations with India’s National Security Advisor...

Tibetan monks hold peace prayers for India-Pakistan, victims of conflict

The recent conflict between India and Pakistan began when terrorists killed at least 26 tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22.

Sikyong Penpa Tsering secures US backing against China’s crackdown on Tibet

In a direct counter to China's continued suppression of Tibetan rights and identity, Sikyong Penpa Tsering of the Central Tibetan Administration met with US Congressman Joe Wilson in Washington, DC.

China steps up military activity around Taiwan

The MND said that they monitored the situation and responded accordingly.

U.S. Congress passes ‘Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Bill HR 1503’

US Congress passes historic bill targeting forced organ harvesting, sanctions Chinese officials, and calls for global action against human rights abuses by Chinese Communist Party. Washington, D.C.: In a significant step forward for human rights, the United States Congress...

Stopping the terror machine

By the firm response to the Pahalgam terror attack masterminded by GHQ Rawalpindi, India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shown that the errors of the past repeatedly made with Pakistan are being avoided. The litany of errors began...

Dalai Lama says Tibetanness underlines our dedication to Tibetan cause in speech to Shoton festival participants

(TibetanReview.net, May10’25) – A strong bond has existed among the Tibetan people in all the historical provinces of Tibet since ancient times and it underlines our strong, unwavering dedication to our cause today, the Dalai Lama has said May...