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India-China conflict began in 1947, not 1962 war. Its lessons still haunt New Delhi

Indian political leaders will have to prepare their public for the prospect of concessions India never really held—just as Chinese leaders must admit Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh were never theirs.

India was king of religion, China king of divination—how ancient Tibetans saw their neighbours

In 'Old Lhasa', MA Aldrich combines historical research, travel writing, religion, and culture to offer a comprehensive account of the city.

A Bengali scholar took last major Indian Buddhist text to Tibet. It changed the religion

The text is more than just religious expositions. It is a historical piece of writing wherein a city like Baghdad, founded in 762 CE, has been mentioned twice.

Dalai Lama’s sister is the subject of new documentary. ‘She nurtured a generation in exile’

‘Amala: The Life and Struggle of Dalai Lama’s Sister' traced her life in all its colours—from a nine-year-old refugee in Darjeeling to the mother to thousands of Tibetan children.

ThePrint Quiz, 6 July, 2025: The Dalai Lama

As Tibetan Buddhists celebrate the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, take ThePrint Quiz to see how much you know about the spiritual leader.

Battle over Dalai Lama’s reincarnation is a geopolitical contest with global implications

China views control over the Dalai Lama as critical to cementing its authority over Tibet. While he has long advocated a ‘middle way’ seeking autonomy, Beijing still labels him a ‘separatist’.

Dalai Lama says his trust has sole authority to pick his successor, China asserts control over process

Dalai Lama says successor to be picked in consultation with senior Tibetan Buddhist leaders. China, which views him as separatist, insists reincarnation must be approved by Chinese govt.

As Rubio joins chorus for his release, who is 11th Panchen Lama in Chinese detention for 30 yrs now

Selected by the Dalai Lama, the 11th Panchen Lama has been under Chinese custody since 1995. China, meanwhile, announced its own Panchen Lama.

Tibet language politics aren’t just Tibetan vs Mandarin. Minority languages are being erased

If Tibetans stop speaking Manegacha and other minority languages, this will contribute to the Chinese government’s efforts to erase Tibetan identity and culture.

SubscriberWrites: Nehru & Mao on Tibet’s status

Tibet's sovereignty, India's policies, and the CIA's support for Tibetan autonomy played key roles in the India-China War of 1962, with lasting impacts on relations between the two nations.

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Top US military commander applauds ‘India’s tactical execution’ during Op Sindoor; adds ‘there’s lessons too’

On bilateral ties, Admiral Paparo said India-US ties have an exponential effect on deterrence, because it demonstrates a unity of purpose among us to maintain the peace.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.