Dalai Lama
Head of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism
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The Dalai Lama is the head of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. The term is part of the full title "Holiness Knowing Everything Vajradhara Dalai Lama" given by Altan Khan, the first Shunyi King of Ming China. He offered it in appreciation to the Gelug school's then-leader, Sonam Gyatso, who received it in 1578 at Yanghua Monastery. At that time, Sonam Gyatso had just given teachings to the Khan, and so the title of Dalai Lama was also given to the entire tulku lineage. Sonam Gyatso became the 3rd Dalai Lama, while the first two tulkus in the lineage, the 1st Dalai Lama and the 2nd Dalai Lama, were posthumously awarded the title.
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In zest or jest? Will live for 130 years, perhaps more, Dalai Lama tells followersA day before his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama expressed his hope to live beyond 130 years. Addressing devotees in McLeodganj, he stated his belief in having served Buddha Dharma and the Tibetan people..IndiaTimes - Published | |
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Dalai Lama hopes to live beyond 130, days after declaring plans to reincarnateIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Hope to live 30-40 more years': On 90th birthday, Dalai Lama vows to serve for decades more; succession row rages onIndiaTimes - Published | |
Kiren Rijiju attends Dalai Lama birthday celebrations; visit amid India-China war of words over spiritual leader's 'successor' - watch videoUnion Minister Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu attended the Dalai Lama's birthday celebrations in Dharamshala, following a dispute between China and India over his succession. China..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Govt doesn't take stand on matters of faith, says MEA on Dalai succession issueIndia has clarified its stance on the Dalai Lama's succession, stating it doesn't take a position on religious matters, despite a minister's personal support for the Dalai Lama's wishes. This comes as..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘India takes no position on matters of faith’: MEA on Dalai Lama succession row; walks tightrope on Sino-India tiesIndia has refrained from commenting on the selection process for the next Dalai Lama, emphasising its commitment to religious freedom. This stance follows the current Dalai Lama's declaration that his..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Dalai Lama successor: After India snubs China, Tibet's president-in-exile picks apart 'Golden Urn' traditionThe Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) president, Penpa Tsering, challenged China's claim over the Dalai Lama's succession, questioning Beijing's interference in Tibetan religious freedom. This..IndiaTimes - Published | |
In snub to China, India says only Dalai can pick successorIndia has firmly rejected China's claim regarding the selection of the next Dalai Lama, asserting that the decision rests solely with the current Dalai Lama and Tibetan Buddhist traditions...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Ladakh gears up for Dalai Lama’s month-long visitLadakh is making final arrangements for the Dalai Lama's month-long visit, starting July 12. He will begin with rest and acclimatization before engaging in public events, including a trip to Zanskar...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju snubs China in India's first statement on Dalai Lama's successor: 'Nobody except...'Earlier on July 2, Tibetan Spiritual Leader, the Dalai Lama, stated that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a foundation established by him, can only recognise future reincarnations. This statement rules out..DNA - Published | |
'No one can decide except Dalai Lama, set convention': India's first reaction over next successor; Kiren Rijiju snubs ChinaUnion Minister Kiren Rijiju asserted that only the Dalai Lama has the authority to decide his successor, directly addressing China's claims. This statement follows the Dalai Lama's declaration that the..IndiaTimes - Published | Trust will pick successor, says Dalai Lama; China says its approval mustAhead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama would persist, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust holding sole authority to recognize his future reincarnation,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Early days, but Dalai Lama succession potential friction point in Sino-Indian tiesThe Dalai Lama's succession plan, excluding China, has sparked controversy, with Beijing insisting on adherence to Chinese laws and historical conventions. This contentious issue could strain improving..IndiaTimes - Published | Spiritual Games: Are we staring at a possibility of two rival Dalai Lamas? — Succession war heats upAs the Dalai Lama approaches his 90th birthday, he asserts the authority of his India-based trust to name his reincarnation, sparking a succession battle with China. Beijing insists on its right to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Dalai Lama defies China: Reincarnation will be Tibetan-led; what it means for Xi JinpingThe Dalai Lama has affirmed his reincarnation will continue, challenging China's claim to approve his successor. This declaration, made before his 90th birthday, intensifies the geopolitical struggle..IndiaTimes - Published | Dalai Lama successor: Next pick may be born outside China - but can it be a woman?The Dalai Lama has asserted that the Tibetan Buddhist institution will endure beyond his lifetime, emphasizing that China should not interfere in choosing his successor. He stated the next Dalai Lama..IndiaTimes - Published |
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Dalai Lama reveals succession plan: How will the next Buddhist spiritual leader be selected? - All you need to knowAs the Dalai Lama turned 90, he clarified that his reincarnation will occur, with his institution leading the selection, guided by Tibetan Buddhist traditions. He suggested his successor could be from..IndiaTimes - Published | China vs Dalai Lama: Beijing says govt to approve successor; claims name to come from golden urnIndiaTimes - Published |
Dalai Lama's BIG update on who will be his successor, says China can't...The Dalai Lama recalled making a statement on whether the institution of the Dalai Lama should continue during a meeting of the heads of Tibetan spiritual traditions on September 24, 2011.DNA - Published | 'Will be reborn,' declares Dalai Lama; Gaden Phodrang Trust in India to pick next spiritual leaderThe Dalai Lama has declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama will persist after his death, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust in India holding the authority to recognise his future reincarnation. He..IndiaTimes - Published |
China can't choose: Dalai Lama plans to reincarnate - will be reborn abroadThe Dalai Lama, ahead of his 90th birthday, has declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama will persist after his death, a statement with significant implications for his global Buddhist..IndiaTimes - Published | Dalai Lama says his successor to be born from outside China The Dalai Lama has said his successor as spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism will be born outside China, risking the anger of Beijing.Sky News - Published |
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Will Dalai Lama name successor on birthday?As the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday approaches on July 6, speculation rises about whether he will announce his successor, a move likely to heighten tensions with China. With the Panchen Lama in Chinese..IndiaTimes - Published | 'I may live 110 years': Dalai Lama amid health concernsThe Dalai Lama, 89, reassures followers about his health, predicting a lifespan of 110 years. Despite recent knee surgery, his recovery is progressing. Living in exile since 1959, he advocates for..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Was being playful': Delhi HC quashes plea against Dalai Lama over kissing video rowThe Delhi High Court has dismissed a PIL concerning the alleged molestation of a boy by the Dalai Lama, based on a viral video from last year. The court declared that the religious leader was "being..IndiaTimes - Published | Arunachal CM Khandu joins Dalai Lama's birthday celebrations in TawangArunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu participated in the 89th birthday celebration of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Saturday. The event was held at the Galden Namgey Lhatse..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Pray for long life': PM Modi extends greetings to spiritual leader Dalai Lama on 89th birthdayIndiaTimes - Published | As the Dalai Lama turns 89, exiled Tibetans fear a future without himIndiaTimes - Published |
India's position on Dalai Lama consistent and clear, says MEAIndiaTimes - Published | 'Freedom to conduct ... ': India on Dalai Lama as US lawmakers defy China warningIndia on Friday reiterated its position on Tibetian spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Friday as a "revered religious leader" amid China's protests against US lawmakers' recent meeting with him in Himachal..IndiaTimes - Published |
Ignoring China's ire, PM Modi meets US team that called on Dalai LamaIndiaTimes - Published | Explained: Why US lawmakers meeting with Dalai Lama in India has miffed ChinaA bipartisan group of seven American lawmakers visited Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, India, on Wednesday, meeting with the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. This visit has caused..IndiaTimes - Published |
US delegation meets Dalai Lama in Himachal Pradesh, invites China's ire: What Nancy Pelosi saidUS delegation, led by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Michael McCaul, the Republican chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala...IndiaTimes - Published | Nancy Pelosi, other US delegation members arrive at Dalai Lama temple to meet Tibetan spiritual leaderFormer US house speaker Nancy Pelosi and a bipartisan congressional delegation visited the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India, expressing support for Tibet amidst tensions with China. They met with..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Stop sending wrong signals to the world': China warns US against signing Tibet policy bill ahead amid Dalai Lama meetIndiaTimes - Published | US lawmakers to meet Dalai Lama on India trip next weekRepublican Michael McCaul and a bipartisan US delegation, including Nancy Pelosi, will visit the Dalai Lama in India. The visit to Dharamsala precedes the Dalai Lama's US trip for medical treatment...IndiaTimes - Published |
Poll promises unfulfilled, iron factory linked to Dalai Lama waits for revivalIn Koderma, the abandoned iron factory owned by the Dalai Lama in Hirodih impacts residents' hopes. The site's history includes Tibetan ownership, employment opportunities, and ongoing revival demands...IndiaTimes - Published | Dalai Lama admitted to AIIMS-DelhiHe is admitted in a private ward of the Cardio-Neuro Centre under Dr Rajiv Narang, Professor of Cardiology, they said.DNA - Published |
Tibetan activist calls on world leaders to take action against China's repressionNotably, "Tibet Matters March" comes in the wake up of the recent disinformation campaign against Dalai Lama. It started on April 29th from the state of Sikkim and will cross West Bengal and conclude..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Unfair' to criticise Dalai Lama for asking boy to 'suck' his tongue, Tibetan leader argues The head of Tibet's government-in-exile has defended the Dalai Lama over footage of him asking a boy to suck his tongue.Sky News - Published |
When Dalai Lama called Jawaharlal Nehru 'self-centered', sparked controversy in IndiaYears before the 'suck my tongue' viral video of Tibetan preacher Dalai Lama, he had stoked a controversy in India by calling former PM Jawaharlal Nehru "self-centered".DNA - Published | Cardi B Calls for Child Predators' End After Seeing Dalai Lama Tongue VideoCardi B couldn't contain her disgust after seeing the clip of the Dalai Lama asking a young boy, "suck my tongue" -- and even though her criticism made some people go after Cardi, she's not backing..TMZ.com - Published |
Dalai Lama Apologizes After Asking Child to 'Suck My Tongue' On CameraThe Dalai Lama, in all his wisdom, is rolling out a much-needed apology ... after getting dragged online for bizarrely asking a child to suck his tongue at a recent event. That's right, the religious..TMZ.com - Published Also reported by •Sky News | Dalai Lama apologises to boy, his familyIndiaTimes - Published |
