The Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama turns 87: Lesser known facts about his Holiness; who was the first Dalai Lama?

Known as Gyalwa Rinpoche to the Tibetan people, the 14th Dalai Lama was born on July 6, 1935, in a small village in the remote Amdo region of Tibet. The spiritual leader is the global face of the Tibetan exile movement.

Jul 06, 2022, 11:18 AM IST

China doesn't understand variety of different cultures... I prefer to remain in India: Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama, however, reiterated that he had nothing against "Chinese brothers and sisters" as fellow humans and that he broadly supported the ideas behind Communism and Marxism. The 86-year-old was taking part in an online news conference anchored in Tokyo.

Nov 10, 2021, 12:28 PM IST

I really appreciate the Indian concept of secular values: Dalai Lama on his 86th birthday

The Tibetan spiritual leader thanked people from across the globe who greeted him on his birthday and said he would continue to serve humanity and combat climate change

Jul 06, 2021, 13:13 PM IST

The Dalai Lama cuts a cake in Ladakh, celebrates 83rd birthday with followers

Large crowds donning traditional dresses gathered at the Shewatsel Phodrang complex on the outskirts of Leh for the celebrations. 

Jul 06, 2018, 10:29 AM IST

Dalai Lama suffering from prostate cancer? Spokesperson quashes rumours, says 'Tibetan leader is fine'

 Sonam Dagpo, the spokesperson of the Central Tibetan Administration, has said that The Dalai Lama is in best of health.

Jun 13, 2018, 07:38 AM IST

In rare disclosure, China's Communist Party admits its officials funding Dalai Lama

In a rare disclosure, China's ruling Communist Party has claimed that some of its officials were funding the Dalai Lama by donating money to him, undermining the fight against "separatist" forces.

May 02, 2017, 10:17 AM IST

India should not use Dalai Lama to undermine China, warns Beijing

China said today that the Dalai Lama's Arunachal Pradesh visit had a "negative impact" on Sino-India ties and the vexed boundary issue, as it asserted that New Delhi should not use the Tibetan spiritual leader to "undermine" Beijing's interests.

Apr 17, 2017, 15:06 PM IST

Dalai Lama's Tawang visit: India says it respects 'one-China' policy, but expects reciprocal attitude

China considers Arunachal Pradesh to be a part of southernmost Tibet.

Apr 04, 2017, 12:04 PM IST

Dalai Lama to mark 81st birthday at Dharamsala

The Tibetans in-exile will celebrate the 81st birthday of their spiritual head the 14th Dalai Lama Wednesday.

Jul 06, 2016, 11:09 AM IST

Still young at 81, it's to do with peace of mind, says Dalai Lama

Eighty-one and still young. The Dalai Lama believes it`s to do with peace of mind.

Jul 05, 2016, 13:31 PM IST