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Tibetans condemn China's use of "Xizang" instead of Tibet to distort Tibetan history

Dharamshala — Tibetans in Dharamshala commemorated the 112th anniversary of Tibetan Independence Day on Thursday. They declared: “We reject the use of the term ‘Xizang’ instead of Tibet in all international discourse. This is part of China's large Sinicization campaign, which aims to distort Tibet's historical and political reality. “Xizang” is not the legitimate name for Tibet; Tibet must be recognised by its legitimate name.

V-TAG invites all to write heartfelt wishes for His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday

Dharamashala — The Voluntary Tibet Advocacy Group (V-TAG) invites Tibetans to write heartfelt wishes to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 90th birthday. These wishes can take many forms, including written birthday greetings, poems and songs. V-TAG will present these wishes to His Holiness on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

Tibetans mourn the demise of Kalon Trisur Gyalo Thondup, brother of the 14th Dalai Lama

Dharamshala — Former Minister Gyalo Thondup, the main figure of Sino-Tibetan dialogue and the second eldest brother of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, passed away on February 8, 2025 at the age of 97. Tibetans in Tibet and in exile expressed their deep grief over the passing away of Gyalo Thondup and organised prayers for him.

Sera Monastery offers a long life prayer to His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Bylakuppe — Monks of Sera Monastery offerred a long life prayer to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on Wednesday. His Holiness said,"I have a special connection with the Tibetan people. And when I think of serving them, tears come to my eyes—because of the close feelings I have for them. From the depths of my heart, I will always be dedicated to the cause of Tibet and the thriving of the Dharma there, and in this connection, there are indications that I may live to be 110 years old."

Tibetan leaders express condolences on demise of Shri Kishan Kapoor, longtime Tibet supporter

Dharamshala — Sikyong Penpa Tsering and Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang expressed condolences on the demise of Shri Kishan Kapoor, former Indian MP and a long-time supporter of Tibet, who passed away on 1 February 2025. Sikyong wrote," we mourn the loss of a genuine friend and ally whose unwavering support for Tibet will always be cherished with deep gratitude."

TYC President to China: We will fight for the Tibetan cause until Tibet is free

New Delhi — Tibetan Youth Congress (TYC) concluded its two-month bike rally entitled "TYC All India Bike Rally" on January 22, 2025. They traveled over Indian 150 cities and raised awareness on China's ongoing actions to eradicate Tibetan culture and exploit Tibet's natural resources. TYC President said, “We want to send a clear message to the Chinese government that, we as TYC activists, Tibetans and Tibet supporters will continue to fight for our Tibetan cause until Tibet is free.

Tibetans condemn the unjust sanctions imposed by China on Tibetan activists

Toronto — Members of the Canadian Tibetan Association of Ontario, the Dhokham Chushi Gangdruk Canada, Tibetan Women’s Association of Ontario, Regional Tibetan Your Congress Toronto and Students for Free Tibet Toronto, organised a peace march to protest against the unjust sanctions imposed by China on Tibetan activists and organisations in Canada. They call on China to stop transnational repression in Canada.