Tibet

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Tibet, or Greater Tibet, is a region in the western part of East Asia, covering much of the Tibetan Plateau and spanning about 2,500,000 km² (970,000 sq mi). It is the homeland of the Tibetan people. Also resident on the plateau are other ethnic groups such as Mongols, Monpa, Tamang, Qiang, Sherpa, Lhoba, and since the 20th century Han Chinese and Hui. Tibet is the highest region on Earth, with an average elevation of 4,380 m (14,000 ft). Located in the Himalayas, the highest elevation in Tibet is Mount Everest, Earth's highest mountain, rising 8,848 m (29,000 ft) above sea level.

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Prayers for earthquake victims in Tibet In Kathmandu, India, and Dharamshala, Nepal, Tibetan exiles prayed for the victims of the earthquake that struck Tibet. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Deadly earthquake hits Tibet as rescuers continue to search On Tuesday 7 January, an earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck an outlying district of the city of Shigatse in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

More than 500 aftershocks following Tibet earthquake as rescue efforts get underway Hundreds of people were rescued from rubble after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook Tibet on Tuesday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 2 weeks ago

Putin offers condolences to Xi after Tibet earthquake, expressing sympathy & readiness to assist Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to Chinese President Xi Jinping following a devastating earthquake in Tibet. The tragic event caused significant loss of life and damage,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published 2 weeks ago

Tibet Earthquake Unseen Video: Heart-Stopping CCTV Footage Shows Moment 7.1-Magnitude Quake Hit Unprecedented CCTV footage has emerged capturing the terrifying moments when a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Tibet, shaking buildings and sending shockwaves through the region. The video.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:23Published 2 weeks ago

Tibet Earthquake Kills 95: Dalai Lama Expresses Deep Sadness Over Deadly Tremors, Offers Prayers A powerful earthquake in Tibet has claimed the lives of at least 95 people, with many others injured and homes destroyed. The tremors hit the region near the Nepal border, causing widespread.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published 2 weeks ago

Magnitude 7.1 earthquake kills at least 95 people in Tibet At least 95 confirmed dead, more than three dozen others injured as a powerful earthquake hits Tibet. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:52Published 2 weeks ago

A second 4.5 magnitude quake hits Tibet, following earlier 7.1 tremor that killed 53 & injured 62 On January 7, 2025, the Xizang region in Tibet was hit by a second earthquake, measuring 4.5 magnitude, within five hours. Earlier in the day, a 7.1 magnitude quake had struck Dingri County in Xigaze.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:23Published 2 weeks ago

Earthquake Videos: Early Morning 7.1 Magnitude Tremors Creates Panic Across Nepal, Tibet & India A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet near the Nepal border, sending tremors through Nepal, India, and surrounding regions. This video shows stunning visuals of the earthquake's impact,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published 2 weeks ago

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Tibetans in exile offer special prayers for victims of Tibet earthquake Hundreds of Tibetan exiles in Dharamshala gathered for an overnight prayer at Tsuglagkhang Temple to mourn the victims of the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Tibet's Dingri county, led by key Tibetan NGOs... IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
India condoles 'tragic loss of life and property' in Tibet earthquake that killed at least 126 India extended condolences to Tibet over a 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the region, resulting in the death of over 126 people. The earthquake caused significant damage to homes and.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago

'Dam over Brahmaputra won't impact water flows to India': China after New Delhi registers protest China has assured India and Bangladesh that its proposed dam on the Brahmaputra River will have no negative impacts on downstream countries. India has already expressed concerns and sought transparency.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Williams requires oxygen during match Three-time World Snooker champion Mark Williams requires oxygen during the interval of a match at an exhibition event in Tibet. BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
Govt protests new China 'counties', says they are in Ladakh India has lodged a strong protest with China over the creation of two counties in Hotan prefecture, which include areas in Ladakh. India has also raised concerns about China's hydropower project on the.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago

'No negative affect on lower reaches': China defends plan to build world's largest dam over Brahmaputra River in Tibet China has approved the construction of the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, aiming to develop clean energy and address climate change. Despite assurances from China about the.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 27, 2024
China to build world's biggest dam near border; India waits & watches China has approved the construction of the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra in Tibet, close to the Indian border. This significant project, expected to cost over one trillion yuan, raises.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 27, 2024
China plans world's largest dam on Brahmaputra: How will it impact India China has approved the construction of the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, near the Indian border. Estimated to cost $137 billion, this project raises concerns in India and.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 26, 2024
Tibetan leader calls for independent Tibet as key to Sino-Indian border resolution Tibetan acting president Dolma Gyari asserts that resolving the 'Akhand Tibet' issue is crucial for peaceful Sino-Indian border resolution. She advocates for recognizing a unified, independent Tibet,.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 11, 2024

Tibetan dilemma: Uncertain future without the Dalai Lama The Dalai Lama's advanced age and health issues have raised concerns among Tibetan exiles about the future of their movement and leadership. China's intention to control the selection of his successor.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 10, 2024
Arunachal CM Khandu joins Dalai Lama's birthday celebrations in Tawang Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu participated in the 89th birthday celebration of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Saturday. The event was held at the Galden Namgey Lhatse.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 6, 2024
How India's growing ties with Tibet and Taiwan are rattling China India is enhancing its economic and technological collaboration with Taiwan, with a particular focus on the semiconductor industry. Taiwanese companies, including Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 24, 2024	US delegation meets Dalai Lama in Himachal Pradesh, invites China's ire: What Nancy Pelosi said US delegation, led by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Michael McCaul, the Republican chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala... IndiaTimes - Published on June 19, 2024
Nancy Pelosi, other US delegation members arrive at Dalai Lama temple to meet Tibetan spiritual leader Former US house speaker Nancy Pelosi and a bipartisan congressional delegation visited the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India, expressing support for Tibet amidst tensions with China. They met with.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 19, 2024	'Stop sending wrong signals to the world': China warns US against signing Tibet policy bill ahead amid Dalai Lama meet IndiaTimes - Published on June 18, 2024
Nomenclature war: India planning to rename over two dozen sites in Tibet, says report IndiaTimes - Published on June 11, 2024	Tibetans protest at Delhi's Majnu ka Tilla against Chinese participation in G20 Summit The Tibetan Youth Congress held a protest in Delhi against the participation of Chinese delegates in the G20 Summit. Protesters carried out a peaceful demonstration, raising anti-China slogans and.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 8, 2023
How Tibetans face human rights challenge in China Divergent historical viewpoints complicate this issue, as scholars debate whether Tibet was historically sovereign or not. DNA - Published on September 1, 2023	Dalai Lama turns 88: 15 impactful quotes by spiritual leader from Tibet Tenzin Gyatso, also known as His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, is a prominent spiritual leader and the exiled political leader of Tibet. He was born on July 6, 1935, in Taktser, northeastern Tibet. At.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 6, 2023
'Unfair' to criticise Dalai Lama for asking boy to 'suck' his tongue, Tibetan leader argues The head of Tibet's government-in-exile has defended the Dalai Lama over footage of him asking a boy to suck his tongue. Sky News - Published on April 14, 2023	China at it again, renames several places in Arunachal Pradesh In a move seen as a reiteration of its claim over Arunachal Pradesh, China has standardised the names of 11 places in the state, which it calls "Zangnan, the southern part of Tibet". The development.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 3, 2023
Earthquake: How will Delhi, Noida fare if a magnitude 7 quake strikes Afghanistan's Hindu Kush? Delhi-NCR earthquake: According to scientists, the Indian tectonic plate is sliding at the rate of 20 mm per year towards Tibet. DNA - Published on March 23, 2023	The Dalai Lama 'apostle of peace'; there's need to contribute more for Tibetan people: Kiren Rijiju IndiaTimes - Published on February 23, 2023
Dalai Lama appeals for collective stand against weapons of mass destruction Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Friday appealed to people across the globe to “collectively” take a stand against weapons of mass destruction. Recalling the massive destruction wrought by.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 30, 2022	Why is China so worried about Pelosi's Taiwan visit? Tibetan govt-in-exile IndiaTimes - Published on August 3, 2022
US special coordinator for Tibet set to visit India in mid-May to meet Dalai Lama IndiaTimes - Published on April 29, 2022

Tibet

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