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China: 90 NGOs, led by RSF, demand the release of Gui Minhai on the 10th anniversary of his kidnapping
15 October 2025 | RSF A coalition of 90 press freedom and human rights NGOs, led by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), has called for the release of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai, founder of the Hong Kong-based publishing house Mighty...
Sikyong Penpa Tsering Holds a High Level Discussion on the Tibet Cause With Global Leaders in Prague
Prague, Czech Republic: On 14 October 2025 (CEST), Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the democratically elected leader of the Central Tibetan Administration, held a series of high-level meetings in Prague with senior European parliamentarians, former government leaders, and representatives of civil...
Amid environmental concerns, China looks to mine lithium near Mt Everest from its third largest reserve
(TibetanReview.net, Oct14’25) – China is actively exploring the potential for large-scale mining operations at a globally ranking lithium reserve it discovered recently in Tibet in the ecologically fragile Mt Everest region, raising serious concern among scientists, reported energy-reporters.com Oct...
Social media misinformation sparks xenophobic abuse against Tibetans in Nepal amid ‘TOB’ controversy
Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Oct. 14: A social media firestorm in Nepal has spiralled into a wave of misinformation and xenophobic hate targeting members of the Tibetan community after a viral controversy surrounding a group called “TOB”, was falsely linked to...
Tibetans coerced to attend the Kalachakra empowerment led by ‘fake Panchen’
Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Oct. 14: Chinese authorities have reportedly forced thousands of Tibetans, including monks, nuns, and high-ranking lamas such as the 7th Gunthang Rinpoche, the Sakya abbot, and the Sera abbot, to attend a Kalachakra empowerment conducted by...
[Book Review] Illuminating Injustice: A Powerful Call to Action Through “The Message”
Tsering Passang The Message, a profoundly moving and visually arresting cartoon-story book crafted by Voice of the Disappeared, stands as a powerful testament to the unyielding spirit of Tibetans living under the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) oppressive occupation since...
Sikyong Penpa Tsering Participates as Keynote Speaker in Panel Discussion titled “China: Where Will It Stop?” on the Second Day of 29th Forum 2000
Prague, Czech Republic: On 13 October 2025 (CEST), Sikyong Penpa Tsering attended the second day of the 29th Forum 2000 Conference, which commenced with a plenary session at the Václav Havel Hall, presided over by H.E. Petr Pavel, President...
Education Kalon Tharlam Dolma Successfully Completes Official Visit to Germany
Berlin: The Kalon (Minister) of the Department of Education, Tharlam Dolma Changra, visited various locations in Germany, where she met with members of the Tibetan community, local supporters, and educational institutions to raise awareness about Tibet issues and to...
NIA chief among 7 shortlisted for next Maha DGP
The list will now be forwarded to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), which will select three names for final consideration.
Uttarakhand allows marriage registration with Nepali, Bhutanese, Tibetan documents under UCC
Following a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, State Home Secretary Shailesh Bagoli said that while Aadhaar cards are required for online marriage registration under the UCC, an amendment has been approved to accommodate those of Nepali, Bhutanese, and Tibetan origin who reside in Uttarakhand.
Tulku Hungkar Dorjee awarded Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage posthumously
Tenzin Nyidon DHARAMSHALA, Oct. 13: The late Tulku Hungkar Dorjee, revered abbot of Lung Ngon Thubten Choekor Ling Monastery in Golog, Amdo, eastern Tibet, was posthumously honoured with the 2025 ‘Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage’ on Monday. The...
‘Free Tibet’ bogeyman raised against naming Humla youth as Minister in Nepal’s interim government
(TibetanReview.net, Oct13’25) – As Nepal’s interim Prime Minister considers appointing a woman, apparently of Tibetan Buddhist heritage, from the country’s border with Tibet as a minister, the Gen Z leaders from her province have demanded that her citizenship be...
Tulku Hungkar Dorjee Receives Posthumous Award After Transnational Execution
By Tenzin Chokyi DHARAMSALA, 13 Oct: The late Tulku Hungkar Dorjee of Lung Ngon Monastery in Golog, occupied Tibet, has been posthumously awarded the 2025 Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage. This honor recognises his unwavering commitment to preserving...
Kalon Dolma Gyari Attends Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage Ceremony as Chief Guest
Dharamshala: Kalon (Minister) Dolma Gyari, Department of Security, attended the Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage: A Symbol of Enduring Resistance, held in McLeod Ganj, Dharamshala as a chief guest. The event was jointly organised by the Tibetan Youth...
Kalon Dolma Gyari Attends Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage Ceremony
Dharamshala: Kalon (Minister) Dolma Gyari, Department of Security, attended the Tenzin Delek Rinpoche Medal of Courage: A Symbol of Enduring Resistance, held in McLeod Ganj, Dharamshala as a chief guest. The event was jointly organised by the Tibetan Youth...
‘TOB’ Controversy in Nepal Triggers Online Hate Against Tibetans
Nepal’s “TOB” controversy sparked online hate after false claims linked a youth motorcycle group to the Free Tibet movement.
Mewoen Tsuglag Petoen School Celebrates 20th Founding Anniversary
Dharamshala, 10 October 2025: Mewoen Tsuglag Petoen School commemorated its founding anniversary, marking 20 years of successful implementation of the Tibetan education policy with a celebration of gratitude and reflection. Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang graced the event as...
Sikyong Penpa Tsering Arrives in Prague to Participate in 29th Forum 2000, Attends Opening Award Ceremony of the Conference
Prague, Czech Republic: On the evening of 12 October 2025 (CEST), Sikyong Penpa Tsering arrived in Prague to participate in the 29th Forum 2000 Conference. Upon his arrival, Sikyong gave an interview to Czech Public Radio during which he...
Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel to Visit Bylakuppe
Dharamshala: Khenpo Sonam Tenphel, Speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, is scheduled to attend the convocation ceremony of Sera Jey Monastic Institute on 17 October 2025 as part of the Year of Compassion celebrations, held in honour of His Holiness...
Kalon Dolma Gyari Graces RSS Centenary Vijayadashami Festival as Chief Guest in Dharamshala
Dharamshala: On 12 October 2025, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) marked a historic milestone this Vijayadashami with the grand celebration of its Centenary Year, commemorating 100 years of selfless service, cultural awakening, and national unity. The highlight of the...
China to begin building highly costly, strategically vital Hotan-Lhasa railway line next month
(TibetanReview.net, Oct12’25) – China is to begin building next month a highly costly but strategically vital railway line linking Hotan in East Turkestan (Xinjiang) with Tibet’s capital Lhasa, reported scmp.com Oct 12. The report described it as one of...
China bristles at UN criticisms of its human rights record
(TibetanReview.net, Oct12’25) – China has strongly criticized a number of democratic countries for their criticism of it for its deplorable human rights record in Tibet etc at the United Nations General Assembly, which opened on Sep 9, but has...
China’s upcoming strategic rail link from Tibet to Lhasa near LAC, big security concern for India, warn Tibetan experts
According to reports, the new rail line aims to strengthen China's connectivity with central Tibet and improve its capacity to mobilise troops and resources along the border areas. The development comes at a time when India is also planning...
Dalai Lama Congratulates Machado on 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
His Holiness the Dalai Lama congratulated Venezuela’s María Corina Machado on her Nobel Peace Prize, praising her courage and commitment to democracy and nonviolence.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama Congratulates 2025 Nobel Peace Prize Winner Maria Corina Machado
–dalailama.com Dharamshala: His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written today to Maria Corina Machado to congratulate her on being awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize for her resolute efforts to promote democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and...