Tag: Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama
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China’s Border Claims
Until 1951, China had no ongoing suzerainty over Tibet. During the rule of the Manchus over China, Sino-Tibetans relations were cordial. So much so that in 1728, Chinese imperial troops helped to quell a civil war in Tibet. When Tibet had to face wars with Ladakh in 1842 and with the Gurkhas in 1858 however, the Manchus could not help
January 4, 2021 -
Dalai Lama to discuss climate change with Thunberg, scientists on 10 Jan
Dalai Lama was one of the earliest advocates for environmental protection and sustainability and in recognition of his contribution, he was awarded the United Nation Earth Prize in 1991
December 23, 2020 -
Central Tibetan Administration launches ‘Selfie with Dalai Lama’ global campaign
A Central Tibetan Administration official said Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama is a global icon and there are millions of his images in our homes, place of work, shrines, shops, wallets and on smartphones.
November 6, 2020 -
Dalai Lama hails treaty on nuke weapons prohibition
Dalai Lama said as an avowed campaigner for the elimination of all nuclear weapons, he welcome the fact that the treaty will come into force from January next year in 50 countries.
October 27, 2020 -
Dalai Lama hails WFP for winning Nobel Peace Prize
In a letter to David Beasley, Executive Director of WFP, Dalai Lama said this is recognition of the organisations vital role in reducing hunger in the world.
October 11, 2020 -
Dalai Lama extends birthday greetings to PM Modi
In a letter to PM Modi, Dalai Lama said this has been an exceptionally tough year for people and nations across the world due to the ongoing threat of the coronavirus.
September 18, 2020 -
Robust economy, industry needed but not at environment’s expense: Dalai Lama
He was replying to a query of Asian Buddhist students at White Tara Buddhist Centre in Jakarta through video conferencing from his residence in Dharamshala in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.
September 8, 2020 -
Dalai Lama visits Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya
On December 21, he met the members of an Inter-Faith Forum from Gaya, comprising Buddhists, Hindus, Christians, Muslims, Jains, Sikhs, and Brahmakumaris at his local residence Gaden Phelgyeling.
January 2, 2019