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Everything you need to know about Dharamshala: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Dalai Lama returns to Dharamsala, gets warm welcome

April 30, 2012 at 10:18 PM

Dharamsala, Apr 30(ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama returned to rousing welcome here today. He had gone on an 18-day official visit to the United States of America (USA) and Canada.

Tibetan exiles take part in rally in memory of self-immolating protestor

March 29, 2012 at 5:53 PM

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh), Mar.29 (ANI): Tibetan exiles on Thursday staged a rally in Dharamshala in memory of a Tibetan man who died after setting himself on fire in protest of Chinese Premier Hu Jintao's presence at the fourth BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Dalai Lama urges youth to take India forward

February 29, 2012 at 8:00 PM

Dharamshala, Feb 29 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has appealed to India's youth to make the country a model to be emulated by the world before the end of the 21st century.

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Dalai Lama urges youth to take India forward

February 29, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Dharamshala, Feb 29 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has appealed to India's youth to make the country a model to be emulated by the world before the end of the 21st century.

Tibetan PM in-exile demands UN intervention in Chinese hardliner policies

February 3, 2012 at 9:18 PM

Dharamshala, Feb 3 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister in-exile Lobsang Sangay has expressed concern over rising Chinese military repression against Tibetans and urged the United Nations to send a fact-finding delegation to China to investigate its hardliner policies.

Tibetan PM in-exile demands UN intervention in Chinese hardliner policies

February 3, 2012 at 11:40 AM

Dharamshala, Feb 3 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister in-exile Lobsang Sangay has expressed concern over rising Chinese military repression against Tibetans and urged the United Nations to send a fact-finding delegation to China to investigate its hardliner policies.

Dalai Lama holds special Buddhist teachings in Dharamshala

December 19, 2011 at 4:38 PM

Dharamshala, Dec 19 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama today held the first of his three-day session of Buddhist spiritual teachings to a large gathering of followers from around the world in Dharamsala.

Himachal Pong Dam to be a tourist centre

December 18, 2011 at 7:29 PM

Dharamshala, Dec 18 (ANI): In a bid to attract tourists, the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal laid down the foundation stone for a tourist reception centre at Pong Dam lake.

Dalai Lama prays for Thailand flood victims

November 22, 2011 at 1:09 PM

Dharamshala, Nov 22 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has expressed sorrow over the loss of life and property caused by the recent floods in Thailand.

EU urges China to respect Tibetan sentiments

October 29, 2011 at 12:15 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 29 (ANI): Thubten Samphel, a spokesperson of the Tibetan government-in-exile in Dharamsala, has said the European Union has appealed the Chinese government to respect Tibetan sentiments.

Tibetan PM-in-exile wishes Indians progress, prosperity on Diwali

October 26, 2011 at 11:12 AM

Dharamshala, Oct 26 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-Exile Lobsang Sangay has conveyed his greetings and best wishes to the people of India on the occasion of Diwali.

RSS expresses support for Tibetan cause

October 22, 2011 at 11:35 AM

Dharamshala, Oct 22 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar has said that Tibet was never a part of China and the Indian government should reconsider its decision and review its policies concerning Tibet.

China`s repression in Tibet getting worse by the day, says Lobsang Sangay

October 13, 2011 at 11:26 AM

Dharamshala, Oct 13 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay has said that China's repression in Tibet is getting worse by each passing day.

Dalai Lama says will take decision on reincarnation when he is 90

September 26, 2011 at 1:28 PM

Dharamsala, Sep.26 (ANI): Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has said that he will decide when he is "about 90" whether or not he should be reincarnated, and added that China should have no say in the matter.

Dalai Lama offers prayers in McLeod Ganj for Tibet martyrs

September 23, 2011 at 10:08 PM

Dharamshala, Sep 23(ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, Dalai Lama, on Friday presided over prayers in Himachal Pradesh for the martyrs of the Tibet's freedom struggle.

Tibetan PM-in-exile announces portfolios of new ministers

September 20, 2011 at 4:55 PM

Dharamshala, Sep 20 (ANI): The Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile, Lobsang Sangay, has announced the portfolios of new members who have been inducted in the cabinet during the monsoon session of the 15th Tibetan Parliament in Dharamshala.

Tibetan monk calling for return of Dalai Lama burns himself to death in China

August 16, 2011 at 10:58 AM

Dharamshala, Aug 16 (ANI): A 29-year-old Tibetan monk died after setting himself on fire in south-west China, in a call for return of spiritual leader Dalai Lama.

Tibetan exiles expect new PM to bring change

August 9, 2011 at 12:42 PM

Dharamshala, Aug 9 (ANI): Tibetan exiles have expressed the hope that the new leadership under Prime Minister Lobsang Sangay will help realise their goal of a free Tibet sooner than later.

Lobsang Sangay promises to boost dialogue with China to resolve row 'peacefully'

August 7, 2011 at 4:10 PM

Dharamshala, Aug 7 (ANI): The newly elected Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile, Lobsang Sangay, said on Sunday that he would continue to reach out to Chinese people and government and facilitate the bilateral dialogue process in order to resolve the long-standing row based on 'mutual interests.'

Dalai Lama offers special prayers at Dharamshala's Tsuglag Khang Temple

August 4, 2011 at 11:51 AM

Dharamshala, Aug 4 (ANI): Commemorating the auspicious day when Lord Buddha gave his first teachings to five disciples, Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama offered special prayers at the Tsuglag Khang Temple in his abode in Dharamsala.

17th Karmapa to attend Kalachakra ceremony in Washington

July 8, 2011 at 12:28 PM

Dharamshala, July 8 (ANI): The 17th Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley Dorje, will travel to Washington DC today to attend Kalachakra ceremonies.

Tibetans-in-exile cast vote in preliminary elections held in Dharamshala

June 19, 2011 at 9:09 PM

Dharamshala, June 19(ANI): The people from Tibetan community in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, on Sunday looked forward to development, growth and peace while casting ballots in the preliminary round of elections for two vacant seats of Member of Parliament of U-Tsang province.

Dalai Lama's power to be given to elected leadership: Samdhong Rinpoche

May 29, 2011 at 12:12 PM

Dharamshala, May 29 (ANI): The outgoing Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Samdhong Rinpoche has said the powers of the Dalai Lama would be given to the new leadership and its Parliament members.

Retirement of Dalai Lama poses a big challenge, says delegate from U.S.

May 24, 2011 at 12:05 PM

Dharamshala, May 24 (ANI): Pema C. Khangtetsang, a delegate from United States said the retirement of the Dalai Lama is a huge challenge, as he has been the leader of six million Tibetans for years.

Month long exhibition showcasing Tibet's history to keep its culture alive

May 8, 2011 at 11:56 AM

Dharamshala, May 8 (ANI): A month-long exhibition has been organised in Dharamsala town of Himachal Pradesh to showcase the glimpses of the history of Tibet.

Committee to decide on Dalai Lama's political retirement

March 23, 2011 at 11:34 AM

Dharamshala, (Himachal Pradesh) Mar. 23 (ANI): A committee is to decide whether the, Dalai Lama will retire politically or not.

Dalai Lama to step down as Tibetan political leader

March 10, 2011 at 11:45 AM

Dharamasala, Mar 10(ANI): The Dalai Lama has announced his plan to retire as political head of the exiled Tibetan movement, saying that the time had come for his replacement by a "freely elected" leader.

Peace activist organises 'Global Peace March' for free Tibet

December 26, 2010 at 9:48 PM

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Dec.26 (ANI): Mahesh Yadav, a peace activist, organised a 'Global Peace March' campaign here on Sunday to support exiled Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama's movement for world peace and Free Tibet movement.

Tibetan PM-in-exile wishes Indians on occasion of Diwali

November 5, 2010 at 3:29 PM

Dharamshala, Nov 5 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Samdhong Rinpoche wished Indians on the occasion of Diwali on Friday.

International Campaign for Tibet members to meet Dalai Lama

November 4, 2010 at 12:14 PM

Dharamshala, Nov 4 (ANI): Members of the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) will meet the Dalai Lama here today.

Tibetan medicine being upgraded in Dharamshala

October 22, 2010 at 12:56 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 22 (ANI): The Central Council of Tibetan Medicine (CCTM) organised a three-day workshop on continuing medical education in Dharamshala.

Taiwanese attend teaching session by Dalai Lama in Dharamsala

October 4, 2010 at 4:57 PM

Dharamshala, Oct. 4 (ANI): Hundreds of Taiwanese gathered to hear the sermon of Dalai Lama at a four-day teaching session here.

Tibetans in exile in Dharamsala gear up for polls

October 2, 2010 at 1:25 PM

Dharamsala, Oct 2 (ANI): Tibetans in-exile in Dharamshala are all geared up for the first round of general elections of Tibetan Parliament and Cabinet to be held on Sunday.

Miss Tibet launches signature campaign for Tibetan cause

August 14, 2010 at 12:53 PM

Dharamshala, Aug 14 (ANI): Tenzin Norzom, Miss Tibet 2010, joined a signature campaign with activists in Dharamshala on Friday, protesting China's oppression in Tibet.

Dalai Lama's 75th b'day celebrated in Dharamshala

July 6, 2010 at 7:48 PM

Dharamshala, July 6 (ANI): Tibetans living in exile and Buddhist followers celebrated their spiritual leader Dalai Lama's 75th birthday on Tuesday here amid growing concerns over his health and future of the Tibetan movement.

Dalai Lama to get portrait done in blood as birthday gift

July 6, 2010 at 11:44 AM

Dharamshala, July 6 (ANI): Mahesh Yadav, a medical practitioner and a unique crusader of Tibetan freedom movement from Bhopal, has been sketching portraits of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with his own blood.

Tibetans to hold mass mock election in Dharamshala

June 21, 2010 at 5:00 PM

Dharamshala, June 21 (ANI): The Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) organised a two-day workshop to educate public about the 'Kalon Tripa Mass Mock Election' to ensure a higher voter turnout during the actual election due in 2011.

Tibetan association seeks to empower women with leadership training

June 8, 2010 at 1:13 PM

Dharamshala, June 8 (ANI): The Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) organised an eleven-day advanced leadership-training programme for young Tibetan women, starting from Monday.

Tibetan leaders urge China to allow international group to meet detained Panchen Lama

April 25, 2010 at 8:36 PM

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) April 25 (ANI): On the occasion of 21st birthday of the Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, the 11th Panchen Lama, the Tibetan leaders-living-in exile here on Sunday urged the Chinese Government to show him to the international community and let it meet him.

Tibetan leaders urge China to allow international group to meet detained Panchen Lama

April 25, 2010 at 8:36 PM

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) April 25 (ANI): On the occasion of 21st birthday of the Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, the 11th Panchen Lama, the Tibetan leaders-living-in exile here on Sunday urged the Chinese Government to show him to the international community and let it meet him.

15th Tibetan Opera Festival concludes in Dharamshala

April 7, 2010 at 7:22 PM

Dharamshala, April 7 (ANI): Scores of foreign tourists and opera enthusiasts converged for the closing ceremony of the 10-day annual Tibetan Opera Festival on Tuesday here. he 15th annual Shoton (Yoghurt banquet) Opera festival was a big draw among the tourists. Today, is the final day for Opera Festival and we have been celebrating it for last 10 or 11 days. People from different Tibetan settlements have come here; we have almost 200 members performing here. I think, it is a very good platform for youngsters," said Tsering Pamo, a Tibetan Opera artiste on Tuesday.

Himachal introduces reservation for single girl child at university level

April 5, 2010 at 5:43 PM

Shimla, April 5 (ANI): In a bid to discourage malpractices of gender discrimination in the State, the Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) in Shimla town has reserved additional seats for single girl child in graduate and postgraduate professional courses at the university.

Tibetan opera festival begins in Dharamshala

March 28, 2010 at 7:59 PM

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Mar 28 (ANI): Thousands of foreign tourists and opera enthusiasts have converged in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala town for the ongoing annual Shoton (Yoghurt banquet) Opera Festival.

China trying to annihilate Buddhism in Tibet: Dalai Lama

March 11, 2010 at 3:19 PM

Lhasa/Dharamshala, Mar 11(ANI): Exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has accused China of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and claimed the Chinese authorities were conducting "patriotic re-education" campaigns in monasteries in Tibet.

Tibetans stage march on 51st anniversary of Tibetan uprising

March 10, 2010 at 9:16 PM

Dharamshala, March 10 (ANI): Hundreds of Tibetans-in-exile along with foreign tourists marched in Dharamshala to mark the 51st anniversary of the uprising against the Chinese rule on Wednesday (March 10).

First ever 'Tibetan Women Empowerment Symposium' held in Dharamshala

March 4, 2010 at 6:19 PM

Dharamshala, March 4 (ANI): Tibetan government-in-exile held its first ever 'Tibetan Women Empowerment Symposium' in Dharamsala town of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday (March 04).

Tibetans hold prayers to mark 1959 uprising against Chinese forces

March 2, 2010 at 4:24 PM

Dharamshala, Mar. 2 (ANI): The Tibetan government-in-exile in Dharamshala held special prayers to mark the anniversary of the Tibetan uprising against the Chinese occupation, and their subsequent exile to India in 1959.

Tibetans hail Obama-Dalai Lama meet

February 19, 2010 at 7:52 PM

Dharamshala, Feb 19 (ANI): The Tibetan Government-in-exile on Friday hailed US President Barack Obama for his support to preserve Tibetan identity and respect their human rights.

Tibetans keen on talks with China

January 30, 2010 at 1:23 PM

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 30 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Samdhong Rinpoche has said the resumption of talks with China is important for the solution of the Tibetan cause.

Tibetans pray for longevity of Dalai Lama at Tsuglagkhang temple in Dharamshala

January 23, 2010 at 8:12 PM

Dharamshala, Jan.23 (ANI): Several devotees and Tibetan monks offered prayers at Dharamsala town in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday (Jan.23) for the longevity of their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama.

Deforestation in the name of cricket in Himachal Pradesh

January 14, 2010 at 6:19 PM

Dharamshala, Jan.14 (ANI): The construction of a five-star cricketers' residential complex is spurring concerns of deforestation in Himachal Pradesh, as a large number of trees are being felled for this purpose.

Tibetans-in-exile hold candlelight vigil for nun who died after protests in China

December 8, 2009 at 1:42 PM

Dharamsala, Dec 8 (ANI): Tibetans living in exile on Monday held a candlelight vigil in Dharamshala to pay respect to a Tibetan nun who died in a hospital in China after protests.

TIPA celebrates golden jubilee at Dharamshala

December 6, 2009 at 9:55 PM

Dharamshala, Dec.6 (ANI): Tibet Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA), a staunch proponent of the preservation and promotion of traditional Tibetan performing arts, celebrated its golden jubilee here from this past week.

Tibetan PM in-exile Rinpoche alleges China of breeding militants

November 27, 2009 at 8:48 PM

Dharamshala, Nov.27 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Samdhong Rinpoche on Friday blamed China of emerging as a training ground for the militants.

Tibetan monks, nuns hold 12-hour hunger strike in Dharamshala

October 25, 2009 at 8:45 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 25(ANI): Tibetan monks and nuns residing at Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh are outraged over the alleged execution of four Tibetan activists by the Chinese administration over their role in last year's riots in Lhasa.

Tibetans-in-exile get lessons in Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy

October 22, 2009 at 12:26 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 22 (ANI): Tibetans-in-exile organised a five-day discourse here during which Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy is being preached.

Dalai Lama delivers sermons in Dharamshala

October 20, 2009 at 6:15 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 20 (ANI): Thousands of Buddhist monks, nuns and foreigners attended a three-day sermon by the Dalai Lama here on Tuesday.

Musicians among Tibetans living in-exile honoured with awards in Dharamsala

October 11, 2009 at 4:36 PM

Dharamshala, Oct 11 (ANI): Soulful and soothing Tibetan music reverberated here when a number of artistes showcased their singing talent and mastery in playing musical instruments.

Tibetans pray for Dalai Lama's upcoming Arunachal visit

September 22, 2009 at 7:58 PM

Dharamsala, Sep. 22 (ANI): Tibetans living in exile in Dharamshala on Tuesday prayed for the success of Dalai Lama's impending visit to Arunachal Pradesh.

Mohammad Kaif hopes for a comeback

September 4, 2009 at 12:29 PM

Chandigarh, Sep 4 (ANI): Indian batsman Mohammad Kaif has said that he was hopeful of making a come back to the national squad.

Corporate trophy to boost employment opportunities for cricketers

September 2, 2009 at 2:23 PM

Dharamsala, Sep 2 (ANI): The eight day 'Inter-Corporate National Cricket Tournament' featuring 12 corporate teams to be held at four centres, is expected to generate employment opportunities for domestic cricket players in India's corporate houses.

Oz Foreign Minister defends Dalai Lama meeting in Dharamshala

July 5, 2009 at 12:38 PM

Melbourne, July 5 (ANI): Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith has maintained that the Australian parliamentary delegation's decision to meet the Dalai Lama in India was entirely appropriate despite Chinese condemnation.

Australian lawmakers visit Dharamsala to meet Dalai Lama

July 2, 2009 at 12:55 PM

Dharamsala, July 2 (ANI): A group of Australian lawmakers arrived here to meet the exiled Tibetan leader, the Dalai Lama and representatives of Tibet's government-in-exile.

Tibetans celebrate Karmapa Lama's 24th birthday in Dharamshala

June 26, 2009 at 9:55 PM

Dharamshala, June 26 (ANI): Tibetans living in exile in Dharamshala celebrated the 24th birthday of Ogyen Trinley Dorje, the 17th Karmapa on Friday.

Dalai Lama's special teaching session on Buddhism

June 24, 2009 at 6:37 PM

Dharamshala, June 24 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Wednesday started a two-day special teaching session for Buddhist students in Dharamsala.

Tibetan Women's Association organised Basketball tournament on Mother's Day

May 11, 2009 at 2:51 PM

Dharamshala, May 11 (ANI): The Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) on Sunday organised a basketball tourney on the occasion of Mother's Day in Dharamshala.

People in Dharamshala remember martyrs on Victory Day

December 16, 2008 at 9:45 PM

Dharamshala, Dec. 16 (ANI): Hundreds of people including, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal, government officials, ex-army persons and serving army personnel gathered at the martyrs' memorial here on Tuesday and paid tributes to the martyrs. The occasion was the 37th anniversary of India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war.

Dalai Lama returns to Dharamshala

December 13, 2008 at 10:10 PM

Dharamshala, Dec. 13 (ANI): Hundreds of Tibetan supporters gathered here today to welcome Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, after he returned from his European tour.

China steps up military ties with Nepal

December 6, 2008 at 2:45 PM

Kathmandu, Dec 6 (IANS) Even as India and China began historic joint military exercises in India's Karnataka state to battle insurgency and terrorism Saturday, Beijing also stepped up security manouvres in Nepal, sending the deputy chief of its army here to discuss security cooperation.

Tibetan exiles in Dharamsala pin their 'freedom hopes' on Obama

November 6, 2008 at 5:35 PM

Dharamshala, Nov 6 (ANI): The Tibetan exiles in Dharamsala, the seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile, are hoping that Barack Obama the US President-elect would help them restore human rights in Tibet.

Exiled Tibetan monks attend a human rights conference in Dharamshala

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Dharamshala, Sept 5 (ANI): Exiled Tibetan monks, living in India and neighbouring countries, have gathered here to take part in a human rights conference.

Tibetan Government-in-Exile to strive for progress during talks with China

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Dharamshala, July 1 (ANI): The Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has instructed the envoys to "make every effort to bring about tangible progress to alleviate the difficult situation for Tibetans" during talks with the Chinese representatives, says the Tibetan government-in-exile, based in Dharamsala.

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