On the 66th anniversary of Tibetan democracy in exile, we offer our deepest gratitude to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. His Holiness’ visionary leadership established a democratic system and inspired Tibetans to embrace democracy. We also express our heartfelt appreciation to the older generation of Tibetans. Their dedication and support …

A Rimé Vision for Our Times I was with him then—decades ago—on a journey that was far more than a quiet interlude. It was a pilgrimage across the fault lines of history, where ancient faiths had collided, both in beauty and bloodshed. He moved gently between traditions that had so …

Dharamshala: On 31 August 2026, the three-day international conference titled “Democratic China and Future of Tibet Forum” commenced at Dhauladhar Heights Resort in Dharamshala. Organised by the Tibetan Community Development Fund (TCDF) in collaboration with the Tibet Policy Institute (TPI), the Forum brought together 28 participants—including journalists, translators, scholars, civil …

Shewatsel, Leh, Ladakh: On 30 August 2026, morning prayers were offered for the victims of the recent devastating floods in the Rasuwa region of Nepal and Kyirong in Tibet that have resulted in great loss of life, immense suffering, destruction of homes and infrastructure. His Holiness added to this. “Friends, …

Leh, Ladakh: On learning of the passing of His Majesty King Harald V of Norway, His Holiness wrote to his son, King Haakon VIII, offering “my heartfelt condolences to Your Majesty, the Royal Family, and the people of Norway. I had the opportunity to meet His Majesty in Oslo in …

I am saddened to learn of the devastating floods in the Rasuwa region of Nepal and Kyirong in Tibet, resulting in loss of life and heavy structural damage. I pray for all those who have lost their lives, and offer my sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved and to …