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India is land of Buddha, PM Modi preserving Buddhist legacy and values: BJ
Updated : 8 months ago IST
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh met Dalai Lama on Tuesday in Ladakh. The meeting reflected a deep spiritual connection and mutual reverence for India's civilisational responsibility in promoting peace, compassion, and religious freedom.
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Dalai Lama calls India ideal place for Buddhist study amidst growing restr
Updated : 8 months ago IST
"Unlike China, where religious freedom is severely restricted and political control undermines genuine spiritual teaching, India offers a free and flourishing environment for the study of Buddhism's deepest philosophical texts, including the Middle Way (Madhyamaka) and logic (Pramana) from t
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Government has always upheld freedom of religion for all in India: MEA on
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
The Ministry of External Affairs said the Indian government does not comment on religious beliefs or practices, in response to the Dalai Lama's statement on his institution's continuation. It added that India has always upheld religious freedom and will continue to do so.
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Sikyong Penpa Tsering questions China's motives in interfering with religi
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
He expressed concern over China's attempts to dictate the spiritual leadership of Tibet, questioning the government's motives and disregard for religious freedom amid preparations for the upcoming birthday celebrations of the Dalai Lama.
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AIMPLB urges political parties to address Justice Shekhar Yadav's controve
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Board underscored that religious freedom and cultural practices -- particularly within the domain of personal laws -- are safeguarded by the Constitution and must be protected in a nation as diverse as India. It cautioned that silence in the face of such incidents could set a dangerous p
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Pakistan: HRCP condemns hate speech targeting Senator for defending minori
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemned hate speech against Senator Pervaiz Rashid for defending religious freedom after he raised concerns over police targeting an elderly woman during Eid. The HRCP warned that such actions endanger minorities, especially the Ahmadiyya community,
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Bangladesh Students' League chief slams Yunus government over Pakistan til
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Bangladesh Students' League President Saddam Hussain accused the interim government of supporting extremists, erasing Liberation War history, and targeting minorities, warning that these actions threaten democracy and stability. He called for international support to restore inclusive govern
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Tibetans in Tibet face persecution ahead of Dalai Lama's 90th birthday
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Tibetans face serious risks celebrating the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday due to China's crackdown. The International Campaign for Tibet urges the global community to protect Tibetans' rights, stop persecution, and allow peaceful celebrations without fear of detention or violence.
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Scottish Parliament opposes Chinese interference in Dalai Lama's reincarna
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting religious freedom and human rights for the Tibetan people, especially concerning the reincarnation of the 14th Dalai Lama.
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Swiss lawmakers urge China to release Panchen Lama, condemn 30 years of en
Updated : 10 months ago IST
Swiss lawmakers from the Swiss Parliamentary Group for Tibet have urged China to immediately release the 11th Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, and condemned his 30-year enforced disappearance. In a strongly worded joint statement, they criticised China's interference in Tibetan religio
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Tibetan leader slams China's repression in Tibet at UK parliament, urges a
Updated : 10 months ago IST
The event took place in the UK Parliament and was co-hosted by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on North Korea and Fortify Rights.
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HRW urges Pope Leo XIV to review Vatican's 2018 agreement with China to pr
Updated : 10 months ago IST
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged newly appointed Pope Leo XIV to review the Vatican's 2018 agreement with the Chinese government, which gives Beijing significant control over the appointment of Catholic bishops.
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