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China parsimonious in opening Tibet for Indian pilgrims?

(TibetanReview.net, May01’25) – China is to begin letting in Indian pilgrims to receive Mt Everest and lake Mansarovar blessings in eastern Tibet’s Ngari Prefecture from Jan 30 for those joining the government-organized trip after a gap of some five...

CTA President rallies support from US lawmakers, urges appointment of Special Coordinator

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, May 1: President Penpa Tsering of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) held a series of high-level meetings with senior United States lawmakers in Washington, D.C., this week to reinforce bipartisan support for the Tibetan cause and...

Former minister and representative Tashi Wangdi passes away at 78

Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, May 1: Tashi Wangdi, a Tibetan diplomat and former minister of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), passed away at the age of 78 in Canada.  Wangdi was born on April 15, 1947 in Tibet. He fled the...

EU Lawmakers demand investigation into suspicious death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje

Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, May 1: Two senior members of the European Parliament have written to the Chinese and Vietnamese ambassadors to the EU demanding a transparent and independent investigation into the suspicious death of revered Tibetan Buddhist leader Tulku Hungkar...

Tibetan leadership extends condolences to Congressman Jim McGovern for daughter’s passing

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, May 1: The Tibetan leadership has expressed profound condolences to U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern and his family following the untimely demise of his daughter, Molly McGovern, who passed away at the age of 23 after a...

Sikyong Discusses Tibet Funding and Policy with US Foreign Affairs Chairs in First Visit Under Trump Administration

By Tenzin Chokyi DHARAMSALA, 1 May: Sikyong Penpa Tsering, elected head of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) also known as the Tibetan government in exile, has met with both the former and current Chairs of the House Foreign Affairs...

Sikyong Penpa Tsering Extends Heartfelt Condolences on the Passing of U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern’s Daughter, Molly McGovern

Dharamshala: In a condolence letter dated 25 April 2025, Sikyong Penpa Tsering expressed his heartfelt condolences to U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern and his family over the tragic passing of his beloved daughter, Molly, who died unexpectedly at the age...

EU Parliamentarian Chairs Call on China and Vietnam for Investigation into Tulku Hungkar’s Mysterious Death 

By Tenzin Chokyi DHARAMSALA, 1 May: A month-long campaign of advocacy, protest, and appeals by the exiled Tibetan community and rights groups has now prompted formal attention from the European Parliament. In a significant development, key EU officials have...

Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel Condoles the Passing of US Congressman Jim McGovern’s Daughter, Molly McGovern

Dharamshala: Khenpo Sonam Tenphel, Speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, has extended his heartfelt condolences to US Congressman Jim McGovern on the tragic passing of his daughter, Molly McGovern. In a letter addressed to Congressman McGovern, Speaker Tenphel wrote, “We...

Sikyong Meets Current and Former Chairs of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee to Discuss Appointment of Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issue

Washington DC: On 29 April 2025 (EDT), Sikyong Penpa Tsering held two successive high-level meetings on Capitol Hill, beginning with Representative Michael McCaul, former Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, followed by a meeting with the current Chair,...

The Tribeca Festival hosts Martin Scorsese in Special 35mm Screening of “Kundun” in honor of Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday

April 30, 2025 The International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) is excited to share Tribeca Festival’s recent announcement of their screening of “Kundun”, Martin Scorsese’s Oscar-nominated biopic on the early life of the Dalai Lama, in honor of his 90th...

European parliament asks China, Vietnam to account for Tibetan lama’s custodial death

(TibetanReview.net, Apr30’25) – The European Parliament has on Apr 30 joined the growing international call on China and Vietnam to account for the arrest of a revered Buddhist leader from Tibet, his sudden death under suspicious circumstances in their...

High-level FNF delegation concludes three-day visit to Dharamshala

Tenzin Nyidon  DHARAMSHALA, April 30: A high-level German delegation facilitated by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) South Asia wrapped up a three-day visit to Dharamshala, the virtual capital of the exile Tibetan diaspora. The visit is aimed at providing...

‘Women of Tibet’ exhibition honours unsung characters of the Tibetan freedom struggle

Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, April 30: The Tibet Museum unveiled a special temporary exhibition titled ‘Women of Tibet’ at its facility in Gangchen Kyishong, Dharamshala, on Wednesday, honouring Tibetan women who have made significant contributions to the Tibetan cause. The exhibition,...

European Parliament Leaders Demand Independent Probe into Tulku Hungkar Dorje’s Death

EU lawmakers urge independent probe into Tulku Hungkar Dorje’s suspicious death and cremation in Vietnam, citing grave human rights concerns.

Tibet Museum Opens 'Women of Tibet' Exhibition

Tibet Museum unveils “Women of Tibet” exhibition, celebrating Tibetan women’s vital roles in resistance, education, culture, and community service.

URGENT CALL TO ACTION — JOIN US ON MAY 3rd – Say NO to the CCP’s Mega-Embassy in London!

We’re hitting the streets again — and this time, we’re marching with louder voices, stronger unity, and a clear message: The Chinese Communist Party’s mega-embassy is NOT welcome in our city!  Read a joint Op-Ed by Hongkonger and Tibetan...

European Parliament Chairs Call for Independent Probe into Suspicious Death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje 

Brussels, 30 April 2025: The Chair of the European Parliament’s Subcommittee on Human Rights, MEP Mounir Satouri, and the Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the People’s Republic of China, MEP Engin Eroglu, have jointly addressed a letter to...

China Confirms Resumption of Indian Pilgrimage to Tibet

China confirms Kailash-Mansarovar pilgrimage resumption in June 2025, marking 75 years of China-India ties after a five-year suspension.

Sikyong Urges U.S. Support as Radio Free Asia Faces Closure Threat

Sikyong Penpa Tsering urges U.S. action as Radio Free Asia faces closure, stressing its role in Tibetan media and China accountability.

‘Four River, Six Ranges’ Wins Best Soundtrack Award at 2025 JDIFF

Tibetan film *Four River Six Ranges* wins Best Soundtrack at 2025 JDIFF, blending tradition and modernity to highlight Tibet’s fight and exile story.

‘Compassion Rising World Tour 2025’ Launched to Celebrate Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday

ICT launches *Compassion Rising World Tour 2025* to honor Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and spotlight Tibet’s struggle through global acts of compassion.

‘Voice for the Voiceless’ Discussed by Tibetan Representative in Washington Book Talk

Tibetan Rep. Dr Namgyal Choedup discusses Dalai Lama’s *Voice for the Voiceless* in DC, highlighting Tibet’s struggle, hope, and His Holiness’s key values.

The Great Path of Truth and Non-violent Struggle

Published by Tibet Times Author: Dr. Kunchok, Assistant Professor, The Dalai Lama College His Holiness’s new book, “Voice for the voiceless,” chronicles over seventy years of struggle with the Chinese government, including his experiences, summaries, and guidance. After its...

Officiating Sikyong Dolma Gyari Meets with Delegation of Friedrich Naumann Foundation

Dharamshala: A delegation from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) South Asia met with officiating Sikyong Dolma Gyari, Kalon (Minister) of the Department of Security, at the Kashag Secretariat and engaged in a meaningful discussion on governance and the Tibetan...