Dharamshala: In a condolence letter dated 22 May 2026, Sikyong Penpa Tsering conveyed his heartfelt condolences on the passing of former U.S. Congressman Barney Frank, a steadfast ally and true champion of the Tibetan people. He passed away at the age of 86 in Maine, United States. In a condolence …
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Thekchen Chöling, Dharamshala: This morning, when His Holiness the Dalai Lama reached the gate to his residence, on his way to the Tsuglagkhang, the Main Tibetan Temple, he was greeted by the President of the Himalayan Buddhist Cultural Association, Geshé Lobsang Nyendak and former Abbots of Gomang and Gyutö Monasteries, …
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Press Statement Tommy Pigott, Spokesperson, The U.S. Department of State (.gov), 18 May 2026 Yesterday was the 31st anniversary of the disappearance of the Tibetan religious leader known as the Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima. Days after the Dalai Lama recognised this child as an important future Tibetan Buddhist leader, …
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Washington DC: On Tuesday, 12 May 2026, Chinese Liaison Officer Tsultrim Gyatso attended 11th founding anniversary of Youth for Umaylam (Y4U), an initiative and organisation started by local Tibetan youth to promote Middle Way Policy in Minnesota. Tenzin Pasang, former staffer assistant to Representative Betty McCollum was also invited to speak on …
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Washington DC: On May 10, 2026, Tibet Fest 2026 was successfully hosted with the sponsorship of the City of New Brighton and in partnership with the City of Columbia Heights, City of Saint Anthony, and City of Richfield in Minnesota. The event served as a vibrant celebration of Tibetan culture, heritage, and …
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Dharamshala: The Election Commission of the Central Tibetan Administration announced the elected members of the 18th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile on 13 May 2026 during a press conference held at the Lhakpa Tsering Hall following the successful completion of the two rounds of the Tibetan general election 2025–26. Of the 45 members …
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