A series of aftershocks have hit Tibet 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: Deadly Quake Raises Alarm Over China's $137 Billion Mega Dam

China Earthquake:  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: 6.8 magnitude quake struck near Dingri county says Chinese media

World: The earthquake, as per the CENC, was the most powerful to have hit the region in the last five years. Areas around Lobuche in Nepal in the high mountains near Everest and Kathmandu were also rattled by the tremors.

Tibet earthquake: Death toll rises to 95 as several buildings collapse in region

China is constructing the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet, a project that has sparked global debate. The dam aims to generate vast amounts of energy, but concerns have arisen over environmental impacts and its potential influence on regional water resources.

Why is China Building World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet?

China has unwielded plans for history's most ambitious hydroelectric project in Tibet the controversial Dam threatens to reshape Regional power dynamics and rings and causes alarm bells to be ringing about environmental sustainability as well. Watch in for more details!

China To Build World's Largest Hydropower Dam In Tibet | India Is Worried

It is said to be the planet's biggest infra project, which will cost USD 137 billion and could produce three times more energy than the Three Gorges Dam

China approves world's largest dam on Brahmaputra river

Scientists note that the Indian landmass has been shrinking as it slips under the Tibetan tectonic plate at the rate of 5 to 6 centimetres per year. Indian landmass is subducting or slipping under the Tibetan of the Asian landmass mainly comprising the geographical area of China. Watch this video to find out more.

India's Land is Slowly Slipping Beneath Tibet | Scientists Warn of a Mega Earthquake

#Gravitas | China’s security chief recently visited Tibetan regions and said that security forces must “resolutely crack down on separatist and destructive activities”. His four-day tour came in the lead-up to National Day on October 1 and a month after senior American officials met exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in New York.

China Security Chief Calls for 'resolute Crackdown' in Tibet

China's security Chief has said that the maintaining stability and guarding against Independence activities are the top priorities for security personnel in Tibetan areas. Watch to know more.

Chinese security Chief's Tibet 'Ultimatum'

#Gravitas | An environmental crisis is unfolding in Tibet that could spark a wave of disaster across Asia. Two lakes, Siling and Bange, on the Tibetan Plateau, normally are four miles apart but are expected to merge for the first time in 4000 years by 2030, raising fears of ripple effects that could devastate ecosystems, water flows, and political relations in the region.

China Destroys Tibet Lakes in Water Wars

Tibet's two lakes have undergone a mega metamorphosis, spilling into each other after 4,000 years. Why? Due to climate change. The nation's largest inland lake Siling has spilled into another nearby water body, Bange, a salt lake.

After over 4,000 years apart, Tibet's largest lake spills into nearby water body. Here's why

Tibetans in Exile celebrated the 64th Tibetan Democracy Day, a day proudly regarded as a landmark occasion. The official commemoration was attended by Penpa Tsering, the President of the Tibetan Government in Exile.

Exiled Tibetans celebrate 64th Democracy Day

Dalai Lama on Wednesday (Aug 21) met a Biden administration official in New York City as the India-based Tibetan spiritual leader continues with his effort for Tibetan self-rule decades after China took territorial control over 1.

US official meets Dalai Lama to discuss Chinese 'human rights abuses inside Tibet'

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) rejected the Chinese embassy's labeling of the Tibetan government-in-exile as a "separatist" organization on Friday, stating that the US administration's enactment of a new law made it abundantly evident that Tibet is not a "internal affair" of China.

Chinese envoy calls Tibetan govt-in-exile a separatist political organisation

President of Tibetan government in exile Penpa Tsering has said that back channel talks have been happening & dismissed claims by Beijing that no such talks have happened. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, he said,'China doesn't acknowledge, they are always in denial mode. They want to have the upper hand, they can dictate'.

Penpa Tsering, Prez of Tibetan Govt in Exile confirms back channel talks with China

Tibetan President in Exile, Penpa Tsering, has confirmed back channel talks with the Chinese government that took place earlier this month. In an exclusive interview with WION, he stated, "Talks are happening. Nothing concrete. I admit back channel, nothing substantive happening." Direct talks between the two sides began in 2002, with a total of nine rounds conducted until 2010. In 2008, the Tibetan side in exile presented proposals for autonomy, which was rejected by the Chinese government.

President of Tibetan govt-in-exile on WION, on talks with China & resolve Tibet act | WION

Tibetan President-in-Exile Penpa Tsering Confirms Back Channel Talks with China

Tibetan President in Exile, Penpa Tsering, has confirmed back channel talks with the Chinese government that took place earlier this month. In an exclusive interview with WION, he stated, "Talks are happening.

Exclusive: Tibetan president in exile Penpa Tsering confirms back channel talks with China

China has expressed strong opposition to a US law signed by President Joe Biden that presses Beijing to resolve a dispute over Tibet's demands for greater autonomy. Watch in for more details!

China slams US law to enhancing support for Tibet, vows to defend interests

A bill that was signed into law by President Joe Biden strengthens US support for Tibet and encourages communication between China and the Dalai Lama in the hopes of reaching a peaceful agreement on the status and governance of the remote Himalayan province.

US President Joe Biden Signs historic law bill enhancing support for Tibet | China strongly condemns

President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill which enhances U.S. support for Tibet and promotes dialogue between China and the Dalai Lama towards a peaceful resolution of the dispute over the status and governance of the remote Himalayan region.

Biden signs ‘Resolve Tibet Act’ within a month of Pelosi’s Dharamsala visit

Nepal heavy rainfall continues to wreak havoc in the Himalayan Nation. The death toll in Nepal has risen to 62 since the onset of the monsoon. Watch in for more detail!

Nepal: Storms trap over 130 people in China's Tibet border with Nepal

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama turned 89 on Saturday and in his birthday message said he is physically fit and is determined to continue his service to Lord Buddha’s teachings. Watch to know more.

Buddhist monks & followers celebrate Dalai Lama's 89th birthday

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