Dehradun: As World Environment Day is observed annually on 5 June, and as part of the celebrations marking the 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, the Dehradun Ghoton Committee conducted a large-scale environmental clean-up drive earlier this morning, beginning at 7:00 AM.

Residents of the Dekyiling and Gepheling Tibetan communities cleaned the roadsides from Pacific Golf Estate to IT Park. Staff of the Rajpur Tibetan Women’s Cooperative Factory, together with members of the Rajpur scattered Tibetan community, cleaned the entire stretch of road from Rajpur to Mussoorie.

– Report filed by Dehradun Tibetan Settlement Office

Dharamshala: The newly elected Kalons (Ministers) of the Central Tibetan Administration commenced their first working day after formally assuming their respective responsibilities yesterday, on 4 June 2026. Upon their arrival at their offices, they were warmly received by the staff members of their respective departments.

In keeping with Tibetan tradition, departmental staff accorded the Kalons a traditional welcome reception, offering ceremonial scarves and extending their best wishes for a successful tenure.

Following the welcome reception, the Kalons met with senior officials and staff members of their departments, where they were briefed on ongoing programmes, key priorities, and administrative matters. The meetings provided an opportunity for the new Kalons to familiarise themselves with departmental functions and engage with staff responsible for implementing various initiatives.

The Kalons expressed gratitude for the warm reception and acknowledged the dedication of departmental staff in serving the Tibetan community. They reiterated their commitment to carrying out their responsibilities with diligence, transparency, and a spirit of service, while working collaboratively to advance the policies and objectives of the Central Tibetan Administration.

Dharamshala: Earlier this morning, His Holiness the Dalai Lama departed Dharamshala for Delhi to undergo medical treatment on his left knee. Following his recovery, His Holiness is expected to travel to Ladakh toward the end of June for an extended stay.

En route from His Holiness’s residence to Kangra Airport, hundreds of devotees—including Tibetan monks, nuns, laypeople, and schoolchildren—lined the roadside at various points. Holding ceremonial scarves and burning incense, they gathered to greet His Holiness and seek his blessings as he embarked on his journey.

Tokyo: Chinese democrats along with their Japanese supporters organised two major talk events observing the 37th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre in Tokyo on 3rd June to remember the brave young Chinese students who revolted for freedom and democracy. The event further aimed to study and debate the significance of the day and the promotion of democracy in China.

Representative Dr. Tsewang Gyalpo Arya of the Liaison Office of H.H. the Dalai Lama for Japan and East Asia was invited to speak at both events. Representative Arya expressed solidarity with the Chinese, Taiwanese, and Hongkongers fighting for freedom and democracy. He clarified that the Tibetans are neither anti-China nor anti-Chinese, as fabricated by the CCP regime; Tibetans are only against the CCP’s dangerous policy to eliminate Tibetan identity, language, culture, and religion. He called for the immediate release of Panchen Lama, Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai, Chinese student Zhang Yadi, and other political prisoners.

The first event, organised by the Federation for Democratic China and their Japanese supporters, was held at the Japanese Parliament’s Upper House building in Nagatacho, where Parliament member Seki Hei spoke, expressing support for Chinese democratic movements and condemning the CCP’s oppression in China and other occupied regions. He urged the CCP regime to observe international norms and stop intimidation and territorial aggressions in the neighboring countries.

Other speakers include Wang Dai of the Federation for a Democratic China; Chinese dissident leader Enko Hyo; Turgunjan Alawdun of the World Uyghur Congress; Shobchuud Temtselt of the Southern Mongolia Congress; Representatives of Taiwan and Hong Kong and others.

The Tokyo Voice for Freedom and Democracy and Amnesty International Japan organised the second event at Waseda Hoshien Scott Hall in Waseda. Ide Ketaro of Amnesty International Japan moderated the talk event. A former lawmaker and Deputy Economic Minister, Makino Seishu, delivered the opening speech and expressed his solidarity with the Chinese democrats struggling for freedom and democracy in China.

Prof. Ako Tomoko of Tokyo University spoke on people’s struggle for democracy in China and Hong Kong. A prominent Chinese dissident, Wu’er Kaixi, talked about the Tiananmen incidents and how the young students bravely revolted and stood for democracy peacefully before the might of the Chinese army tanks. Oushin Chu of the Tokyo Voice for Freedom and Democracy thanked the audience for their support and interest in the Chinese democratic movements.

Representatives of Tibet, Uyghur, Hong Kong, and other Chinese NPOs spoke on how freedom and democracy are repressed in China and how the CCP regime has become an obstacle to peace in China, Asia, and in the world. Both events saw full occupancy of the hall with Chinese, Hongkongers, Japanese, Taiwanese, Uyghur, and South Mongolians.

– Report filed by the Office of Tibet, Japan

Odisha: As part of the initiatives under the Year of Compassion, commemorating the 90th birth year of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Local Ghoton Organising Committee of Odisha Phuntsokling Tibetan Settlement organised a community feeding programme on 4 June 2026, coinciding with the weekly market day, known locally as Hato, the largest weekly market in the Chelligada village area.

From 12:00 noon to 3:30 p.m., more than 1,350 local residents from surrounding villages were served a complimentary lunch consisting of Bhato-Dalma, a popular local dish made of rice and mixed lentil and vegetable curry.

This marked the second occasion on which the Local Ghoton Organising Committee of Odisha Phuntsokling Tibetan Settlement hosted such a community lunch programme. Before the meal preparation began, the chef offered prayers. Several local residents also offered heartfelt prayers for the long life of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.

Dharamshala, 4 May 2026: A three-day workshop on the Rules, Regulations, and Policies of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) for the newly elected Members of the 18th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile commenced today at Gangchen Kyishong in Dharamshala, the headquarters of the Central Tibetan Administration.

A brief welcome ceremony was held during which Secretary-General Sonam Dorjee of the Tibetan Parliamentary Secretariat extended his greetings and best wishes to the new members of the 18th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile.

The new members include Parliamentarians Lhamo Tsering Kongtsa, Lhakpa Tsering, Gonpo Dhundup, Gyaltsen Choekye Gagya, Dawa Tsering Bari, Ngawang Lodoe, Kunchok Rinchen, Sangye Dorjee, Tenzin Pelmo, Lharong, Lhamo Kyab, Ogyen Kyab, Kalsang Phuntsok Godruk, Tseten Phuntsok, Tenzin Yangkar, and Kalsang Tsering. Members of the Standing Committee, Parliamentarians Tenpa Yarphel and Lopon Thubten Gyaltsen, attended the morning session as observers.

The morning session was led by Deputy Secretary Kelsang Sichoe and Office Superintendent Soepa Gyatso of the Budget Section under the Department of Finance (DoF). They provided an overview of the CTA’s budget-related rules and regulations, as well as the procedures for preparing and submitting budget proposals.

The workshop continued in the afternoon with two sessions on the Charter of Tibetans in exile delivered by Deputy Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel. The session aimed to strengthen the new parliamentarians’ understanding of the legal and administrative framework governing the Central Tibetan Administration.

All the sessions on the first day witnessed active participation from the Members of Parliament (MPs), who raised several queries and sought clarifications on various provisions of the Rules and Regulations. The resource persons responded to these queries and doubts in detail, providing the necessary clarifications.

Over the next two days, the parliamentarians will undertake briefing visits to the offices of the CTA’s seven departments and its autonomous bodies to gain a deeper understanding of their functions and operations. They will also receive briefings on the Rules and Regulations of Parliamentary Procedure and the Conduct of Business of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile from Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang, as well as on the Middle Way Policy and Sino-Tibetan dialogue from Sikyong Penpa Tsering.

The workshop is designed to help the newly elected parliamentarians develop a comprehensive understanding of the structure, functions, and governing rules of the Central Tibetan Administration, enabling them to contribute more effectively to its democratic governance and administration.

– Report filed by Tibetan Parliamentary Secretariat

Dharamshala: His Holiness the Dalai Lama has written to D.K. Shivakumar to congratulate him on his election as Chief Minister of Karnataka.

“Karnataka is home to more than 30,000 Tibetans in exile,” His Holiness wrote, “the largest concentration of the Tibetan diaspora in India. We are deeply grateful to the State and its people for their enduring friendship and generous support. It is a source of great pride that our principal centres of learning, rooted in the Nalanda tradition of ancient Indian wisdom, have found their home in Karnataka.

“I take this opportunity to convey our heartfelt appreciation to the state government and people of Karnataka for the warmth and hospitality they have extended to the Tibetan community settled there.

“I wish you every success in meeting the challenges that may lie ahead, and in honouring the hopes and aspirations of the people of Karnataka, particularly in making a real difference to the lives of its most vulnerable citizens.”

His Holiness ended by offering his prayers and good wishes.

The letter outlines GSTF’s long-standing commitment to supporting the rights of the Tibetan people since its establishment in 1983 through advocacy for human rights, non-violent action, and the preservation of Tibetan culture.

It highlights GSTF’s political work in Switzerland, including its collaboration with the Parliamentary Group for Tibet (PGT), the preparation of parliamentary initiatives, and the organisation of petitions aimed at promoting Tibetan rights. The letter also emphasises the association’s cooperation with the Office of Tibet in Geneva, Tibetan communities, and non-governmental organisations to raise awareness about the situation in Tibet and Chinese government policies. Particular attention is drawn to a recent Swiss government report on the transnational repression of Tibetans and Uyghurs in Switzerland, which GSTF helped bring about.

Established in April 1983, GSTF has grown to become Switzerland’s largest non-governmental organisation dedicated to Tibet, with approximately 1,500 members. The society is organised into regional sections, each governed by a board elected by its members.

Brussels: A commemorative meeting was held in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, to mark the 37th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre (also called June 4th Incident), the day in 1989 when Chinese students who had taken to the streets demanding democratic reforms were met with a brutal crackdown by the Chinese government. The event was co-organised by Sino Euro Voices and the Chinese Liaison Officer Sangay Kyab.

The meeting, titled “Inheriting the Spirit of 1989, Promoting Democracy, Commemorating the 37th Anniversary of the June 4th Incident Globally,” brought together more than 30 activists, intellectuals, and democracy advocates from across the world, including participants from the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Belgium, the United States, Japan, and Australia.

Among the notable attendees were Taiwanese Ambassador to Belgium and the European Union Shieh Jhy-wey, along with Sangay Kyab, Chinese Liaison Officer for European countries; Jamyang Tsering, Editor in Chief of the Central Tibetan Administration’s (CTA) Chinese Desk; and Sakar Tashi, a social media activist for the Tibetan cause. Activists and intellectuals from Chinese, Uyghur, and Taiwanese communities were also in attendance. Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the elected leader of the Central Tibetan Administration, had been scheduled to join online but was unable to attend due to prior commitments.

The meeting was chaired by Sangay Kyab. In his remarks, he drew a direct historical parallel between the June 4th Incident and the Chinese government’s earlier massacre of Tibetan protesters in Lhasa, noting that Tibetan students had themselves taken part in the 1989 pro-democracy movement across China. He recalled that His Holiness the Dalai Lama had immediately and publicly condemned the crackdown and expressed solidarity with the students, and that the Central Tibetan Administration has stood in support of China’s pro-democracy movement ever since.

He also reflected on the lasting bond between Tibetan and Chinese communities forged in exile after 1989. “After the incident, many Chinese came into exile, and from then on there was an opportunity for exchange of ideas between the Tibetan and Chinese peoples, one that has been maintained until today,” he said. “Now we not only exchange ideas, but actively support one another.” He emphasised that this deepening solidarity made the 37th commemoration especially meaningful.

Later that evening, a dinner was hosted by the Taiwanese Embassy and was attended by Representative Rigzin Choedon Genkhang of the Office of Tibet in Brussels, Secretary Tashi Wangdue, Tibetan Liaison Officer Dhondup Gyalpo, Sangay Kyab, Sakar Tashi, and several Chinese pro-democracy activists.

As part of the broader commemorative activities, a protest was held in front of the Chinese Embassy in Basel on 4 June.

-Report filed by Office of Tibet, Brussels

Dharamshala: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama is scheduled to depart Dharamsala tomorrow for Delhi, where he will undergo medical treatment on his left knee. Following his recovery, he is to travel to Ladakh toward the end of June for an extended stay.