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New Delhi hosts mega meet to celebrate Dalai Lama’s birthdayThe International Buddhist Confederation commemorated the 90th birth anniversary of the 14th Dalai Lama in New Delhi, celebrating his contr...
A tiny town in India's Himalayas buzzes with activity to celebrate Dalai Lama's 90th birthdayThousands of Tibetan Buddhists gathered in Dharamshala, India, to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday. The Dalai Lama, who has lived i...
Dalai Lama, god-king for Tibetan Buddhists, will have a successor. That decision is consequentialThe Dalai Lama, revered as a god-king by Tibetan Buddhists, has declared that his office will oversee the selection of his successor, adher...
Tibetans in exile wonder: Will the next Dalai Lama be as charismatic as this one?As the Dalai Lama approaches 90, concerns rise within the Tibetan community about the future after his passing. His successor's selection f...
China maneuvering marriages to dilute identity of Buddhists in Himalayan region: Senior RSS leaderIndresh Kumar, a senior RSS leader, claims China is trying to weaken the identity of Buddhists in the Himalayan region. He alleges China is...
India changes teaching in Himalayan Buddhist monasteries to counter ChinaIndia is set to introduce a unified curriculum in Buddhist monasteries near the Chinese border, aiming to strengthen national identity and ...
Tibetans fear for future as they recall failed uprisingThe Dalai Lama, wrapped in red and yellow robes, urged chanting monks and nuns in his latest public prayers to help heal the world with the...
'Asia on the Move: Histories of mobility and the making of Asia'On 22–24 February, 18 scholars from Hungary, Russia, the USA, UK and Uzbekistan, presented papers ranging from maritime and overland trade,...
Delhi to host meet on India’s pioneering role in shaping Asian identity through mobilityThe International Research Division of the India International Centre (IIC) is convening an international conference, ‘Asia on the Move: Hi...
A money manager like no other, Kubera, the lord of wealthcareIt’s Dhanteras today. It won’t be just Lakshmi who gets special treatment – master epicurean and king of good times Dhanapati shall get our...
From Great Reno Balloon race in Nevada to Ladakh's Naropa festival, events you'll want to bookmarkNaropa Festival, among the biggest and most prominent Buddhist festivals in the world will be held between 16-20th September.
Keep national security in mind while taking a call on Rohingyas: RSS chief"We have been facing the problem of illegal Bangladeshi migrants and now Rohingyas have infiltrated into our country," Bhagwat said while a...
Chandigarh's Capitol Complex makes it to UNESCO's World Heritage ListSikkim's national park and Nalanda University in Bihar are the other two sites included in the list.
Bhutan deals with inner conflict as it hurtles down the road of modernity, reveals a travelogueThe narrative is interesting because Bhutan is dealing with every kind of conflict that is faced by humanity at large due to rapid urbanisa...
Xi Jinping vows to step up fight against separatism in TibetChinese President Xi Jinping today vowed to step up the battle against separatism in Tibet to ensure national and ethnic unity in the strat...
Test your fitness level: Trek up the steep cliffs of Tiger’s Nest in BhutanThe Taktsang Monastery Trek or Tigers Nest trek is gaining global popularity. The view is spectacular and the trek can effectively show ho...
Environment major poll issue in SikkimPradesh Congress president A D Subba alleges that Teesta and Rangeet rivers have been badly hurt due to dams and powerhouses.
- Smoke from religious sites 'melting Himalayan glaciers'
Researchers have long suspected that the rituals of religious devotion in India, Nepal and South Asia, may be a factor in the level of brow...
- China-ruled Tibet 'hell on earth', says Dalai Lama
Dalai Lama accused China of having brought "hell on earth" to Tibet.
- Destination Bhutan-Rome-Tokyo: Across shores & seas
ET Travel brings you the serene beauty of Bhutan, the stylish and glamorous Japan and the rich history of Roman civilisation. All you need ...