Jewels linked to Buddha’s relic to be auctioned in Hong Kong
Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, May, 5: A collection of ancient jewels associated with Buddha’s remains is set for auction at Sotheby’s Hong Kong on Wednesday, igniting controversy over the ethical implications of selling items considered sacred by many Buddhists worldwide. The collection, known as ‘The Piprahwa Gems of the Historical Buddha, Mauryan Empire, Ashokan era, circa 240-200 […]
Columbia Heights declares May 3 as ‘Four River Six Ranges Day’ honouring Tibetan resistance and heritage
Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, May 5: In a powerful show of solidarity with the Tibetan community, the city of Columbia Heights in Minnesota, has officially proclaimed May 3, 2025, as “Four Rivers Six Ranges Day: A Tribute to Tibetan Defiance and Dignity.” The proclamation was announced during the world premiere of Four Rivers Six Ranges, a Tibetan […]
Dalai Lama has not changed position on practice of Dolgyal spirit: Gaden Phodrang
Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, May 5: The Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, also known as Gaden Phodrang, has issued an announcement clarifying His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s unwavering position regarding the controversial propagation of the Dolgyal spirit, addressing misconceptions that have circulated since a 2021 statement. The Gaden Phodrang urged Tibetans to remain firm in […]
Buddhist leaders’ conference to be held in Dharamshala ahead of Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday: CTA President
Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, May 5: The President of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) Penpa Tsering has confirmed that senior Tibetan Buddhist leaders will convene for a conference in Dharamshala from July 2 to 4, just days ahead of the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Speaking to NDTV, President Tsering said, “We will be holding […]