Tibet
Ethno-cultural region in Asia
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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 470,000 sq mi (1,200,000 km2). 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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Tibet Support Group from Germany reaffirms solidarity with Tibet during meeting in DharamshalaOn January 10, the Tibet Support Group from Germany's Westerwald met in Dharamshala to discuss Tibetan struggles under Chinese repression with Kalon Dolma Gyari. They addressed the increasing..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Tibetans in exile offer special prayers for victims of Tibet earthquakeHundreds 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 | |
India condoles 'tragic loss of life and property' in Tibet earthquake that killed at least 126India 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 | |
'Dam over Brahmaputra won't impact water flows to India': China after New Delhi registers protestChina 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 | |
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 | |
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'No negative affect on lower reaches': China defends plan to build world's largest dam over Brahmaputra River in TibetChina 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 | |
China to build world's biggest dam near border; India waits & watchesChina 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 | China plans world's largest dam on Brahmaputra: How will it impact IndiaChina 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 |
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'Stop sending wrong signals to the world': China warns US against signing Tibet policy bill ahead amid Dalai Lama meetIndiaTimes - Published | Nomenclature war: India planning to rename over two dozen sites in Tibet, says reportIndiaTimes - Published |
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