The battle over the next Dalai Lama has already begun. As the 14th Dalai Lama grows older, Beijing insists it has the authority to approve his successor, while the Tibetan exile community says only the Dalai Lama and his trust can decide the reincarnation. This isn't just a religious dispute, it's a geopolitical contest over Tibet's identity, culture, and future.


China vs Tibet: The battle for Tibet's future begins with the next Dalai Lama

Indian Ambassador to China Vikram Doraiswami visited Tibet to review Kailash Manasarovar Yatra preparations. The trip marks his first visit to the region since taking charge in May.

Indian ambassador to China visits Tibet to review Kailash Manasarovar Yatra preparations

India’s new ambassador to China has paid his first visit to Tibet in the latest sign of thawing relations between the two Asian neighbours.
Vikram Doraiswami – who speaks Chinese and took up the post in Beijing last month – arrived in Lhasa, capital of the Tibet autonomous region, on Thursday, according to a statement posted on social media by the Indian embassy.

India-China Ties Thaw As Envoy Visits Tibet

Chinese researchers discovered a massive, high-purity quartz deposit in the Dinggye area of the Tibet autonomous region. By analyzing local leucogranites, scientists successfully extracted impurities to achieve a silicon dioxide purity of 99.995%.


China Finds Critical Quartz In Tibet

Penpa Tsering’s leadership has focused on strengthening Tibetan institutions, engaging younger generations, and preserving culture, language and religion among the estimated 150,000 Tibetans living in exile across India, Nepal, Europe and North America.

Indian MPs and US Embassy officials to attend Tibetan exiled leader’s oath-taking in Dharamsala

On Friday (Feb 13),Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, while speaking at the Bharat Himalayan Strategy Forum (BHISM) in Dehradun, spoke of India’s borders and distinguished between a border and a frontier. In his address, he laid emphasis on India-China relations post-independence from colonial rule. CDS Chauhan noted that the Panchsheel Agreement of 1954 included the country’s recognition of Tibet as part of China. It was a move initiated by Nehru to maintain a stable and cooperative relationship with the neighbouring nation.


CDS General Anil Chauhan Explains India's Border Issue With China

Tibetans have begun voting in the first phase of the Sikyong elections, the political leadership role established in 2012. The elections are being held in two phases, with the second phase scheduled for April 26, as citizens participate in shaping the region’s governance and future leadership.


Tibetans Vote in First Phase of Sikyong, Parliament-in-Exile Elections

Following the Dalai Lama’s Grammy nomination, Tibetans in exile are celebrating the global recognition of their spiritual leader. The nomination highlights his efforts in promoting peace, compassion, and cultural heritage worldwide. Exiled communities see this acknowledgment as a boost to their identity and visibility, strengthening solidarity and pride in their traditions while drawing international attention to Tibet’s cultural and political struggles.

Tibetans in-Exile After Dalai Lama's Grammy Nomination

The Central Tibetan Administration commemorated the 75th anniversary of the 14th Dalai Lama’s assumption of spiritual leadership. As Tibetans honour his legacy, the long-running tension over his succession deepens. With China insisting it will control the next Dalai Lama’s reincarnation and Tibetans rejecting the claim, the question of the 15th Dalai Lama grows increasingly urgent. In this report, we look at the history, the politics, and the future of Tibetan leadership.


Tibet Remembers Glorious Past on  75th Anniversary of Dalai Lama Accession

On the occasion of Diwali, Tenzin Lekshay, spokesperson of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile, extended heartfelt wishes to the people of India on behalf of Tibetans around the world.
Speaking from Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, Lekshay shared a message of truth, nonviolence, and hope, calling for the peaceful resolution of the Sino-Tibet conflict and the spread of light and freedom into Tibet.

Tibetan Govt-in-Exile Extends Diwali Wishes, Calls for Peace and Freedom in Tibet | WION 

Rescue efforts are under way in the remote Tibetan slopes of Mount Everest where a snowstorm has trapped nearly 1,000 people in campsites on the eastern side of the mountain, according to Chinese state media.

Hundreds Stranded on Slopes as Blizzard Strikes Mount Everest in Tibet

The Tibetan government-in-exile has announced plans to standardise the design of the national flag. The move aims to preserve cultural identity and ensure consistency in representing Tibet globally.

Tibetan government-in-exile to standardise National Flag

Tibetan Govt In Exile Sets Up A Committee To Standardise National Flag

Tibetan artists and rappers are reviving and reinventing their heritage — blending centuries-old traditions with hip-hop, street art, and contemporary music. From the historic alleys of Old Lhasa to vibrant festivals and digital art, discover how young Tibetans are preserving culture while redefining identity in a changing world.

A new life for old Lhasa landmarks | Artists use rap to promote culture

As the debate over the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama has heated up, we look at the full list of Lamas and the legacy they have left behind.

From 1st to the 14th: The full list of Dalai Lamas and their remarkable legacy

Dalai Lama China: Why did the Dalai Lama flee to India from Tibet? The world knows that it was because of a Chinese incursion. However, it was a divine prophecy by an Oracle that finally led him to leave Tibet and seek refuge in India.  

Dalai Lama 90th birthday: A mystic told Dalai Lama to flee to India. The same night, China attacked his residence

Life Fun: Food Recipe: Discover how to make authentic Tibetan Special Thukpa at home with our easy-to-follow guide. This flavourful noodle soup, rich in spices and veggies, is a staple in Tibetan cuisine.

How to Make Tibetan Special Thukpa at Home

In India's Himachal Pradesh, Tibetan Buddhist monks performed the traditional cham dance at the Tsechu Fair to celebrate Guru Padmasambhava’s birth anniversary. Watch in for more details!

India: Vibrant Tsechu fair unfolds in Himachal Pradesh

World | The massive earthquake, pegged at a magnitude of 6.8 by the Chinese authorities, struck Dingri county in Xizang on Tuesday, leaving 126 dead and 188 others injured.

Tibet earthquake: Aftershocks continue to rattle region

China has stated that the construction of the dam will not have any negative environmental or geopolitical impacts, addressing concerns raised by neighboring countries and environmental groups regarding the dam's effects.

Tibet Earthquake: Tibetan Govt Blames China for Deadly Quake

A powerful earthquake struck Shigatse, Tibet, on Tuesday resulting in over 95 fatalities and around 50 aftershocks, causing significant destruction. While earthquakes are common in the region, large-scale infrastructure construction is not. Criticism has been directed at China's extensive mining and dam-building activities in Tibet, which are damaging the fragile ecosystem despite warnings about potential social and ecological impacts. This exploitation is contributing to the region's vulnerability to geological events.

Tibet Earthquake: How China has made the Himalayas vulnerable, stolen its wealth

Dams, especially large reservoirs, can trigger earthquakes due to the immense weight of water and pressure changes, leading to shifts in the Earth's crust. This phenomenon, known as reservoir-induced seismicity, has raised concerns about the safety of dam projects.

TIbet Earthquake: How Do Dams Trigger Earthquakes?

A series of aftershocks have hit China's Xizang Autonomous Region following  a deadly 6.8-magnitude earthquake Tuesday morning, and further tremors could be possible in the region. 95 people have been confirmed dead, and several injured as of 12:30 Tuesday.

Tibet Earthquake: Tremors Of 7.1 Magnitude Quake Felt In Delhi, Other Parts Of India | WION Dispatch

China announced on January 6 that it has identified over 20 million tons of new copper resources on the Tibetan Plateau since the start of its 14th Five-Year Plan in 2021. This discovery positions Tibet as a potential world-class copper resource hub. The cumulative copper stockpile in the region is now estimated to reach 150 million tons, according to a press release by the China Geological Survey. Watch to know more!

China Discovers Vast Copper Deposit on Tibetan Plateau

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