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What's behind India's hardening posture against China?
India appears to be adopting a tougher stance towards China, with Prime Minister Modi set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Kazakhstan in July. Recent developments suggest a hardening of India's posture against China, including refusing to resume direct passenger flights and engaging with Taiwan, signaling a shift in India's approach.
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China says Dalai Lama must correct his political propositions for talks, asks US to respect stance on Tibet
China has asked the Dalai Lama to correct his political propositions for talks to proceed. It urged the US to respect its stance on Tibet. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian emphasised the need for the Dalai Lama to reflect and correct his political views. The US Congressional delegation's visit to Dharamsala and meeting with the Dalai Lama prompted strong remarks questioning China's Tibet policy. China criticised the US for engaging with the Dalai Lama and urged other countries to refrain from supporting the Tibet government-in-exile.
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Why has US delegation's visit to Dalai Lama in India sparked China's ire
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers visited the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, causing tensions with China. Beijing criticized the visit, urging the US to recognize the "separatist nature" of the Dalai Lama. The visit underscores Washington's support for Tibetan rights amid strained US-China relations. The Dalai Lama, in exile since 1959, seeks genuine autonomy for Tibet. The visit is part of ongoing efforts to address Tibetan aspirations through dialogue.
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Beijing cannot influence Dalai Lama successor: US Congressmen to China
US Congressmen assert support for Dalai Lama's traditions, oppose Chinese influence. Pelosi praises Dalai Lama's message of compassion and criticizes Chinese President's negative attitude.
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Dalai Lama's legacy will live forever, you'll be gone: Nancy Pelosi takes jab at China President Xi Jinping
Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, part of a bipartisan US delegation meeting the Dalai Lama, criticised Chinese President Xi Jinping. She stated the Tibetan spiritual leader's legacy will endure while Xi's time in power will be short-lived. Pelosi's remarks come after the US Congress passed a bill supporting the Dalai Lama and Tibet's freedom. China expressed concern over the US delegation's visit, urging the US to recognize the Dalai Group's separatist nature.
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'Xi Jinping will be gone…': Nancy Pelosi as she meets Dalai Lama in India amid US-China tensions
A high-level U.S. congressional delegation, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., met with the Dalai Lama at his Indian home in Dharamsala today, a visit that was condemned in advance by China's government, which considers the exiled Tib...
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China hits out at US, calls Dalai Lama 'political exile' over Tibet independence
The Chinese Foreign Ministry responded assertively on Tuesday to the visit of US lawmakers to Dharamshala to meet with Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama, stating that "China will take decisive actions to vigorously defend its sovereignty, security, and developmental interests." Today, a US delegation led by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived at Kangra airport to hold discussions with the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala.
After Taiwan and trade war, US turns spotlight on China's control of Tibet
Tibet-China Bill: US-China relations are set to face heightened complexity as Tibet becomes a new focal point of contention. Recently, US lawmakers passed a bill challenging Beijing's historical claims over Tibet and advocating for peaceful dialogue between the Chinese Communist Party and the Dalai Lama to resolve the longstanding dispute.
Anti-Sikh fake accounts backed by China: Meta
Facebook and Instagram-owner Meta in its 'Adversarial Threat Report' said that they removed 37 Facebook accounts, 13 pages, five groups and nine Instagram accounts for violating its policy against "coordinated inauthentic behaviour".
Satellite images show China's J-20 stealth fighters near Indian border in Sikkim
Satellite images reveal China's deployment of J-20 stealth fighters near the Indian border in Tibet. This strategic move places the advanced aircraft within proximity to India, raising regional tensions. India counters with its Rafale fighters and upgraded air defenses, including the S-400 system. Both nations are enhancing their military capabilities along the border, emphasizing the need for vigilance in the region.
How did a poor sherpa climb Mt Everest 29 times? Know his struggles, and achievements in detail
Sherpa Kami Rita has scaled Mt Everest for the 29th time since 1994. He has broken his record. The government of Nepal facilitated the required permits to foreign climbers who often attempt to scale the peak, considered to be the toughest.
So, what's in China's renames?
China's cartographic activities, from renaming areas in other countries to asserting historical rights in the South China Sea, are part of a larger geopolitical strategy. This approach aims to strengthen China's narrative domestically and internationally, impacting sovereignty disputes.
China trying to undermine Tibet's identity, want to make world aware about it: Tibetan girl who was jailed for protesting
In June last year, the girl, Namkyi, arrived in India weeks after entering Nepal following a 10-day arduous journey on foot with a "firm" resolve to make people across the world aware about 'Chinese repression' in Tibet, according to her account. Namkyi, now 24, says she is currently studying at 'Sherab Gatsel Ling', an educational institution run by the Tibetan government-in-exile in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala.
China says talks on Tibet only with Dalai Lama's representatives; rules out dialogue on autonomy
China on Friday said it will talk only with the representatives of the Dalai Lama and not the officials of the Tibetan government in exile based in India but ruled out dialogue on the highest Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader's long-pending demand for autonomy for his remote Himalayan homeland.
Naam ke vaaste, let's call Tibet dalailabad
Rajnath Singh suggested renaming Chinese provinces with Indian names like Dalailabad, Guangram, Bheemtalaiya, and Jijingapatnam, drawing parallels to linguistic variations seen in other country names without challenging Chinese territorial claims.
What if we rename parts of China: Rajnath on Beijing changing names of Arunachal areas
India had earlier this month outrightly rejected as "senseless" China renaming some places in Arunachal Pradesh, and asserted that assigning "invented" names does not alter the reality that the state "is, has been, and will always be" an integral part of India. Beijing had recently announced Chinese names for 30 more places in Arunachal Pradesh, which the neighbouring country claims as southern part of Tibet.
Assam Rifles on 65 years of 14th Dalai Lama's escape to India from Tibet
5th Bn Assam Rifles in Kameng since 1958 with posts in Chuthangmu, Bumla, Chuna, Longju & Taksing. 14th Dalai Lama escaped to Lhuntse Dzong near McMahon Line from Lhasa. Dalai Lama resides in Dharamshala. Assam Rifles played key role in ensuring his safety.
China holds 65th-anniversary celebrations of its Tibet takeover in new villages along India and Bhutan borders
China has been building villages in Tibet near its borders with India and Bhutan, and has recently held celebratory events in these new border villages to mark the takeover of Tibet. The state media reported that these events included a mix of border troops and local populations. China celebrates March 28 as "democratic reform day" in Tibet, marking the end of the rule of the Dalai Lama and the establishment of Chinese control over Tibet in 1951.
"Baseless claims": India reiterates Arunachal Pradesh's integral status despite Chinese claims
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India, dismissing China's claims over the region. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized India's consistent stance on Arunachal Pradesh, stating that China's assertions will not change the fact that Arunachal Pradesh belongs to India. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called China's claims "ludicrous" and reaffirmed that Arunachal Pradesh is part of India because it is a part of the country, not due to any foreign country's assertion.
Now China donates 1,500 tonnes of Tibet glacial water to Maldives amidst water crisis
In response to the Maldives' severe water shortage, China has donated 1,500 tonnes of drinking water sourced from glaciers in Tibet. This donation is part of China's ongoing support to the Maldives since President Dr Mohamed Muizzu took office. The water, known for its cleanliness and mineral richness, was shipped following discussions between Chinese officials and President Muizzu. This aid complements China's previous assistance, including free military equipment and training. The Maldives, facing extreme water scarcity, will distribute the donated water to islands in need.
China continues to harp on its claim over Arunachal Pradesh
Soomilduth Bholah, Mauritius' Minister of Financial Services and Good Governance, recently visited India to encourage Indian investors to utilize Mauritius as a gateway to access emerging African markets. During his 'India Business Mission' covering major cities, Bholah emphasized Mauritius' expertise in African markets and urged Indian companies to set up offices there for operations in Africa.
US recognises Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory, says Biden administration
Earlier this week, Chinese Defence Ministry spokesman Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang said that the southern part of Xizang (the Chinese name for Tibet) is an inherent part of China's territory, and Beijing "never acknowledges and firmly opposes" the "so-called Arunachal Pradesh illegally established by India". China, which claims Arunachal Pradesh as South Tibet, routinely objects to Indian leaders' visits to the state to highlight its claims. Beijing has also named the area Zangnan.
Arunachal Pradesh 'inherent part of China's territory', claims Chinese military
The Chinese Defence Ministry spokesman Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang said that the southern part of Xizang (the Chinese name for Tibet) is an inherent part of China's territory, and Beijing "never acknowledges and firmly opposes" the "so-called Arunachal Pradesh illegally established by India", official media here reported.
The Dalai Lama: Tibet's spiritual leader, bane of Beijing
Tenzin Gyatso, who describes himself as a "simple Buddhist monk", became the face of the Tibetan cause as he crisscrossed the globe, mixing with royalty, politicians and celebrities.
Report claims Chinese authorities spying on exiled Tibetans
While speaking to ANI, TCHRD's spokesperson, Tenzin Dawa, remarked that the whole process of the report took about two years, and they have tried to get in touch with around one hundred Tibetan people.
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