Berlin — The Association of Tibetans in Germany and the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA), as part of a joint initiative with the Tibet Office in Geneva, took part for the first time in the famous Berlin Carnival Festival. The Tibetan culture has achieved a remarkable success by winning the overall winner award for their outstanding cultural performances.

Dharamshala — His Holiness the Dalai Lama granted an audience to the Sikyong and Ministers of the Central Tibetan Administration. Sikyong Penpal Tsering, Kalon (Minister) Tharlam Dolma of the Department of Education, Kalon Gyari Dolma of the Department of Security, and Kalon Norzin Dolma of the Department of Information and International Relations of the Central Tibetan Administration paid tribute to His Holiness at the end of his term of office.

Dharamshala — Sikyong Penpa Tsering of Central Tibetan Administration and Tibetans conveyed their heartfelt condolences on the passing of former U.S. Congressman Barney Frank, a steadfast ally and true champion of the Tibetan people. He passed away at the age of 86 in Maine, United States.

Dharamshala — A conference entitled "Women’s Empowerment in Tibetan Buddhism: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s Aspirations and Efforts," was held in Dharamshala, bringing together 86 nuns from 13 nunneries in India and Nepal. The conference focused on the institutionalisation of the geshema degree and the role of Tibetan nuns in serving society. The Geshemas also discussed how nuns and Geshemas can make a positive contribution to Tibetan societies and the wider world.

Dharamshala — His Holiness the Dalai Lama attended a Long-life Prayer offered to him by Central Dokham Chushi Gangdruk and Himalayan Buddhist Cultural Association on Wednesday, at the Main Tibetan Temple. The organisations also presented two “Gratitude Awards” to their spiritual leader, to express their gratitude for his guidance and teachings on compassion, peace, and harmony, as well as for his commitment to a peaceful and compassionate world.

Leh, Ladakh — On the occasion of his birthday celebration, Thiksay Rinpoche presented the Thiksey Medal to Tenzin Taklha, Secretary of the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, in recognition of his wisdom and compassion, as well as his lifelong contribution to the Tibetan community in exile and to the noble vision of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.