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Barack Obama, Bill Clinton wish Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

The wishes included those from former US Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.

‘Continues to inspire people’: US Secy of State wishes Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

"The United States extends best wishes to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday. The Dalai Lama continues to inspire people by embodying a message of unity, peace, and compassion," the statement read.

US counters China on anointment of Dalai Lama, reaffirms support for Tibetans’ right to choose their leader

The US supports Tibetans freely choosing their religious leaders, opposing China's claim to select the next Dalai Lama. The current Dalai Lama has stated China should be excluded from the process. China insists on its approval based on religious...

“China cant comment on institution of Dalai Lama,” Arunachal CM

In a pointed remark aimed at China, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu emphasised the distinct identity of the Dalai Lama's institution, Gaden Phodrang Trust, saying that "China has nothing to do with the institution", it is rooted in...

Dalai Lama appreciates birthday celebrations, urges people to cultivate peace of mind, compassion

Ahead of his 90th birthday, the 14th Dalai Lama expressed his appreciation for the celebrations being held in his honor by urging people to focus on cultivating compassion and peace of mind.

Ahead of Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, Tibet Action Institute launches report on threat of China’s colonial boarding schools

The report was released on Saturday in Dharamshala, coinciding with the birthday celebrations of the leader. It is going to present new evidence exposing how Tibetan children are subjected to abuse, neglect, indoctrination, and identity erasure in a vast...

Will uphold religious freedom of Tibetans: India on Dalai Lama succession plan; China urges caution

The Dalai Lama asserted his Trust's authority over his reincarnation. China objects, claiming its approval is needed. India's government stated it doesn't comment on religious matters but upholds religious freedom. China urged India to be cautious on Tibet-related issues...

Government has always upheld freedom of religion for all in India: MEA on Dalai Lama’s stance on reincarnation

The Ministry of External Affairs said the Indian government does not comment on religious beliefs or practices, in response to the Dalai Lama's statement on his institution's continuation. It added that India has always upheld religious freedom and will...

“Dalai Lama has full right to declare his successor”: Ajmer Dargah head Hazrat Dewan Syed Zainul Abedin

Ajmer Dargah Spiritual Head Hazrat Dewan Syed Zainul Abedin said the Dalai Lama has the full right to choose his successor and urged political powers, including China, not to interfere. He praised the Dalai Lama's message of peace and...

China reiterates its claim to authority over Dalai Lama reincarnation process, cites centuries-old rituals

Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong said on X that the reincarnation of Tibetan spiritual leaders follows strict, centuries-old rituals and cannot be decided by one person, including the Dalai Lama. He listed traditional methods like divination and the Golden Urn,...