Dharamsala Diary

Maura Moynihan travelled to Dharamsala, India, where Tibetan exiles gather to hammer out a new strategy for their fight against Chinese rule. More than 500 prominent Tibetans have travelled to the government in exile's base in northern India to debate whether to ditch the Dalai Lama's push for "meaningful autonomy" in favor of a demand for full independence.

Tibetan Rock, Politics Mix

2009-11-03

"We’re working for Tibet through our music," says Jigme, lead guitarist for the Exile Brothers band in Dharamsala, India.

Tibet's Uncertain Future

2009-03-23

In this personal essay, writer Maura Moynihan finds some hope for the future among Tibetans.

Chinese Democrats Stand Up for Tibet

2009-03-15

Chinese and Tibetan discuss how the international financial crisis could impact events inside Tibet and the way the Chinese leadership deals with Tibetan protests.

Chinese Democrats Honor Tibet

2009-03-11

Wearing traditional Tibetan khatas, the ceremonial white scarves that symbolize goodwill, Chinese democrats join the Dalai Lama and exiled Tibetans in Dharamsala to commemorate 50 years of painful history.

New Year but No Losar

2009-03-09

A year after brutally suppressed protests in Tibet, quiet descends on Dharamsala, India, where exiled Tibetans unite in somber prayer.

Tibet Supporters Share Hopes, Concerns

2008-12-10

At an international meeting, supporters of Tibet see shrinking space for talks with China.

Prison, Torture for No Crime

2008-11-26

Dharamsala has a "magical" feel, but Tibetan residents hold painful memories of prison in their former homeland.

Tibetan videos on YouTube

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