Month: January 2024

Explore the critical UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review session focusing on China's human rights record, including issues in Xinjiang and Tibet, as the international community seeks accountability for reported abuses.

China Under Global Microscope at UN Human Rights Review

January 23, 2024

China‘s human rights practices are currently under intense international scrutiny at the fourth Universal...

Learn about the International Campaign for Tibet's urgent call to the UN to address China's repressive policies in Tibet during the Universal Periodic Review. Explore key issues like cultural suppression, forced boarding schools, and the plight of Tibetan Buddhists.

Tibet Advocacy Group ICT Urges UN to Address China’s Policies during 2024 Review

January 23, 2024

Ahead of the United Nations Human Rights Council’s review of China, the International Campaign...

Read about the European Parliament's strong condemnation of China for persecuting Falun Gong practitioners, including cases of organ harvesting, and the call for immediate action to protect religious freedom and human rights.

Dalai Lama Warmly Welcomed Back to Dharamshala After Spiritual Tour

January 23, 2024

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama returned to Dharamshala on Monday, greeted by enthusiastic...

Explore Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's concerns about China potentially weaponizing weather in India's border states like Uttarakhand, linking climate change to national security, and the Ministry of Defence's response to these emerging threats.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Suggests China’s Role in Weather Manipulation

January 22, 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at an event in Uttarakhand, hinted at the possibility...

Read about the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP) in New Delhi, where leaders confirm that the decision on the next Dalai Lama rests with the current Dalai Lama, emphasizing the spiritual nature of Tibetan Buddhism and global peace efforts.

Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace Affirms Dalai Lama’s Role in Successor Decision

January 22, 2024

During the recent meeting of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP) in New...

Discover the story of Lobsang Tashi, a former chant master at Ngaba Kirti Monastery in Tibet, who was sentenced to three years in prison following a secret trial. Delve into the details of his arrest and the ongoing issues of religious freedom and human rights in Tibet.

Former Chant Master of Ngaba Kirti Monastery Imprisoned for Three Years in Tibet

January 21, 2024

Lobsang Tashi, a former chant master at Ngaba Kirti Monastery, has been sentenced to...

Explore the details of China's latest crackdown on 'online rumors', as police across the nation target social media posts and public discussions, intensifying the control over internet freedom and public discourse

China’s Nationwide Campaign to Curb ‘Online Rumors’ Raises Concerns

January 21, 2024

Police departments across China have launched a crackdown on what they call ‘online rumors’,...

Discover China's significant lithium discovery in the former eastern Tibet region, a crucial development for its new-energy sector and electric vehicle industry. Explore the geopolitical and economic implications of this major find in Yajiang, Sichuan.

China Discovers Large Lithium Deposit in Eastern Tibet Region

January 21, 2024

China has announced a significant lithium discovery in the eastern Tibet region of Kham,...

Explore the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile's advocacy campaign in Maharashtra, as MPs engage with officials and institutions to raise awareness about Tibet's culture, human rights, and the importance of India-Tibet relations. Learn about their meetings, talks, and collaborations.

Tibetan Parliament Delegation Advocates for Tibet in Maharashtra, Engages with Top Officials

January 21, 2024

A delegation from the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile embarked on an advocacy tour in Maharashtra as...

Explore the alarming situation reported by VOA News where nearly half of the journalists imprisoned in China in 2023 are Uyghurs, highlighting serious issues of press freedom and human rights abuses in Xinjiang and other regions under Chinese control

Nearly Half of Journalists Jailed in China are Uyghurs, Highlighting Press and Human Rights Issues

January 21, 2024

According to a report by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), as reported by...