By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 26 Sept: In a diplomatic victory for Tibetans and Tibet supporters, the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris has formally apologised for sparking mass outrage and controversy by replacing the term ‘Tibet’ with ‘Xizang Autonomous Region’ in exhibit descriptions after campaigns and protests by Tibetans and Tibet supporters.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 25 Sept: The Nepal Government has announced plans to establish an immigration office at the Korala border point, a strategic border point in Lomanthang, Upper Mustang, connecting Nepal and Chinese-occupied Tibet.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 25 Sept: In clear violation of religious freedom and freedom of expression, Chinese authorities have sentenced a Tibetan monk named Jampa Choephel of Penkar Thang Monastery in Rebkong county, in the traditional Tibetan Province of Amdo, to over 18 months in prison after a “secret” trial in August.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 24 Sept: The Department of Information and International Relations, Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), held a press conference today at Lhakpa Tsering Hall at the Central Tibetan Secretariat to address the alarming defamation and death threats made against the Dalai Lama.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, Sept 24: Tibetan leaders have swiftly responded to remarks made by US President Joe Biden and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding China at the recent Quad Summit, underscoring the evolving dynamics within the alliance, reports Business Standard.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 23 Sept: A group of eight prominent Tibetan non-governmental organisations (NGOs) convened a press conference today at the Tibetan Settlement Office Hall in McLeod Ganj to condemn a recent video and an audio clip that have sparked widespread outrage and concern within the Tibetan community.
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DHARAMSALA, 23 Sept: A court has cleared Rigdzin Namkha Gyatso Rinpoche’s (Namkha Rinpoche) name and revoked all accusations after he was accused of sexual abuse.
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DHARAMSALA, 20 Sept: China’s “Common Prosperity” initiative, launched by President Xi Jinping in 2021, which sought to address deep-seated inequalities aiming to create a more equitable society and reduce economic inequality, has sent shockwaves through China’s professional class. Thousands of educated workers once driving the country’s rapid growth now face decreasing salaries, job insecurity, reduced access to international education, and government scrutiny of luxury lifestyles, reports WION.
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DHARAMSALA, 20 Sept: The 8th session of the 17th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile concluded yesterday with amendments to the Charter of Tibetans in Exile concerning the appointment of the Chief Justice Commissioner and the two other Justice Commissioners, as well as the tenure of the Justice Commissioners, which has divided the house.
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By Yangchen Lhamu
DHARAMSALA, 18 Sept: The Centre for Middle Way Initiative (Umay Lam), a Tibetan non-profit organization, celebrated a major milestone today: its 16th anniversary. The occasion was marked with a special celebration held at the Dharamshala Tibetan Settlement Office Hall in McLeod Ganj.
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