Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and others during the celebration of the former’s 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Dalai Lama At 90: A Life Of Peace, Politics, And Persistent Controversy
As the 14th Dalai Lama turns 90, the Tibetan spiritual leader remains a global symbol of compassion and nonviolence. Yet, his journey has not been without controversy, from China’s opposition to his political role to recent public missteps. His legacy is one of spiritual depth, political exile, and global influence.
Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso
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The 15 year old boy ruler of Tibet, Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso. Original Artwork: Painting by Kanwal Krishna. Original Publication: People Disc - HF0528
The 14th Dalai Lama, is exiled to India
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The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso is exiled to India, just after the failed Tibetan uprising and the rebellion of the anti-Chinese and anti-Communist against the invasion of Tibet.
14th Dalai Lama at Birla House in Mussoorie
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Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, arrives at Birla House in Mussoorie, India, after fleeing from Tibet, April 1959.
Dalai Lama in Assam's Tezpur in 30 March 1959
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At the outset of the 1959 Tibetan uprising, fearing for his life, the Dalai Lama and his retinue fled Tibet with the help of the CIA's Special Activities Division, crossing into India on 30 March 1959, reaching Tezpur in Assam on 18 April.
Dalai Lama during 90th birthday celebration
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Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with others during the celebration of his 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama
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Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju and Rajiv Ranjan alias Lalan Singh, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Hollywood actor Richard Gere and others during the celebration of the former’s 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Dalai Lama with Actor Richard Gere
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Actor Richard Gere, center right, wishes Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama at an event celebrating the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala.
Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration at Tsuglagkhang
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Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with others during the celebration of his 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Dalai Lama during 90th birthday celebration
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Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama with others during the celebration of his 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Dalai Lama's 90th birthday
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A devotee looks at a tall layered cake at an event to celebrate Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala.
Dalai Lama's 90th birthday
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A member of Tibetan cultural groups performs during the celebration of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday
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Members of Tibetan cultural groups distribute cakes during the celebration of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, at Tsuglagkhang, the main Dalai Lama temple, McLeodganj, in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
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