China appointed Panchen Lama to confer Kalachakra empowerment in Shigatse
Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Oct. 7: Gyaltsen (Ch. Gyaincain) Norbu, the Beijing-appointed Panchen Lama widely regarded by Tibetans as a “political puppet” or “fake Panchen,” is set to confer the Kalachakra empowerment and teachings at Tashi Lhunpo Monastery—the traditional seat of the Panchen Lamas in Shigatse, Tibet—from October 9 to 12, according to a report by Tibet […]
Central Election Commission announces schedule for 2025–26 presidential and parliamentary elections
Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Oct 7: The Central Election Commission of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) has officially announced the schedule for the 2025–26 elections of the Sikyong (president) and the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile during a press conference held at Lhakpa Tsering Hall, Gangchen Kyishong, Dharamshala, on Tuesday. The Commission stated that the preliminary election will be held […]