Buddhism

Which Gandhi Should we save?

Gandhi, the great transformer of human behavior, knew India as himself. Beyond politics, his timeless lessons still repair fractured minds and society with enduring relevance
Sep 30

Uncertain years ahead for Tibet

The Dalai Lama has reaffirmed the continuity of his institution, but the geopolitical contest between Beijing and Delhi to shape his succession may drag on for decades
Jul 11

Why is China so desperate to control the choice of successor of Dalai Lama? Will it succeed?

Chinese government in an attempt to de-legitimise the Tibetan spiritual leader, Dalai Lama, has even gone to the extent of changing the region’s name to Xizang
Jul 08

“India needs to state clearly that the reincarnation of His Holiness Dalai Lama is his prerogative alone and would be decided according to his wishes”

Amitabh Mathur is one of India’s foremost experts on Tibetan affairs. He explains in this exclusive interview what he expects from the new elected leadership of the exile community and also on how should India deal with China that wants to intervene on the issue of reincarnation of Dalai Lama
May 26

Tibetan Buddhists: Will Karmapa Lama return to India?

If young Karmapa Lama fails to attend Dalai Lama’s November conference to decide on his successor then it could wreck the exile Tibetan Buddhist community
Oct 08

As India enters a period when a great economic expansion […]
May 21

Usurping Tibetan Buddhism

The Chinese are working relentlessly to undermine the authority of […]
May 19
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