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It is important to reflect on bodhicitta while chanting Om Mani Padme Hum

Dharamshala — His Holiness the Dalai Lama took part in the Mani Dhungdrub, the recitation of Om mani padmé hum, in the main Tibetan temple on Saturday and said: "Reciting the six-syllable mantra (Om Mani Padmé Hum) is very useful, but the most important thing is to reflect on the altruistic awakening mind of bodhichitta and try to gain an understanding of emptiness. This is what will really please Avalokiteshvara."

Buddhist Leaders appeal UN to ascertain 11th Panchen Lama's whereabouts

Dharamshala — On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the birth of the 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet on April 25, 2024, Buddhist leaders from the Himalaya appealed to foreign governments, the United Nations and the international community to adopt a motion requesting them to instruct their ambassadors to meet with the 11th Panchen Lama and to ascertain his whereabouts and well-being.

CTA celebrates the 35th birthday of the 11th Panchen Lama in Dharamshala

Dharamshala — Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) organised a ceremony to celebrate the 35th birthday of the 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet, and Chinese Communist Party government forcibly abducted six-year-old Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, his parents and his teacher Chadrel Rinpoche in 1995, and they have been missing ever since.

Tibetan Martyrs Memorial Basketball Tournament aims to raise awareness about Tibetan martyrs

Dharamshala — Tibetan Youth Congress (TYC) organised an all-India 'Tibetan Martyrs Memorial Basketball Tournament' on Thursday with an aim to raise awareness about the contributions made by the Tibetan martyrs, instil a sense of patriotism and nationalism in the young participants, promote strong bonding between the Tibetan youths and TYC, and engage them in Tibetan cause related activities.

China's bid to eradicate Buddhism meets resilient interest among Chinese population: Dalai Lama

Dharamshala — His Holiness the Dalai Lama gives a teaching to Mongolians, Tibetans and people from all over the world in Dharamshala on Friday. His Holiness said: "The Chinese Communists have tried to destroy Buddhism, but many other people in China are showing an interest in Buddhism. Bodhichitta is very precious. It brings peace of mind. It is a powerful way of serving others."

Inner peace is key to making a more peaceful world: His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Dharamshala — His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama said, 'Whether they are religious or not, there are growing numbers of people who appreciate that we can bring peace to the world by first achieving peace within.' The remark was made when attended a Long-Life Prayer offered to him by the Toepa Association and Purang people at the Main Tibetan Temple in Dharamshala, HP, India, on April 3, 2024.

Tibet’s longest friend and ally is Mongolia: Telo Rinpoche

Dharamshala — A two-day conference on Tibetan-Mongolian Relations kicked off in Dharamshala on Monday. Telo Rinpoche, Representative from the Office of Tibet, Moscow, said: "Tibet's oldest friend and ally is Mongolia, but sometimes we forget our friends. There are bound to be many challenges, but we must face them and renew our relationship."