Buddhism and BJP, a succession story
Buddhism and the BJP are preparing for leadership transitions as they seek successors to the Dalai Lama and Jagat Prakash Nadda, respectively. The Dalai Lama has affirmed his reincarnation, entrusting the Gaden Phodrang Trust with recognizing his future form.
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Hindustan Times
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- Hindustan Times
‘Positive environment created by UP govt beneficial for Japanese companies'
LUCKNOW Ambassador of Japan to India, Ono Keiichi, paid a courtesy visit to UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday and the two discussed strengthening collaboration between Japan and Uttar Pradesh in four key areas - technical cooperation, investment, youth skill development and tourism, said a statement from the CM's office. Ambassador of Japan to India, Ono Keiichi, with UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow on Friday. (Sourced) Commending the positive transformation and developmental progress in UP over the past eight years, Keiichi congratulated Adityanath, saying that Japanese companies view UP as a reliable and investment-friendly destination, said the statement. It was decided that a high-level delegation from the UP government will soon visit Japan. The visit will focus on exploring opportunities for collaboration in green hydrogen, electronics and particularly the semiconductor sector. The delegation will also participate in the World Expo to be held in Osaka in the last week of July. Adityanath said: 'UP welcomes Japanese investment and technological collaboration in sectors like electronics, green energy and semiconductors.' He also mentioned that the state government is ready to adopt modern models of urban mobility along with metro projects. The meeting also included discussions on developing skills of UP's youth and providing them with international employment opportunities. With a focus on job opportunities in Japan, the CM said the state government is working with Japan to train youth so they become eligible for employment there. Both sides also agreed to strengthen ties in the tourism sector. Adityanath remarked that UP is India's spiritual centre, home to numerous significant sites related to Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. These are of great interest to Japanese citizens as well. Ambassador Keiichi appreciated the improvements in UP's law and order, infrastructure, road and rail networks and air connectivity. He noted that the state is fast becoming a top choice for global investors. He said the positive environment created by the UP government is highly beneficial for Japanese companies. The meeting concluded with both sides agreeing to formalise this cooperation and prepare a concrete action plan soon.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Model community: Why Tibetans in India deserve more help
A long time ago, in the 1950s, China took control of Tibet. The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibet, and thousands of Tibetans had to leave their homeland. They chose India as their new home, and since then, they've lived peacefully among us. India recently showed strong support for the Dalai Lama by saying that he alone should decide who the next Tibetan leader will be, not China. This is important because China wants to control even this decision. Tibetans in India: Peaceful and Proud Today, Tibetans live in 39 official settlements and many other places across India. They've shared their delicious food, traditional medicine, beautiful culture, and peaceful spirituality with us. Many of us know about prayer flags, momos, and the calming teachings of the Dalai Lama – all thanks to them! They have stayed peaceful, thankful, and respectful – all values that the Dalai Lama himself promotes. Meanwhile, in China, Tibetan culture is being changed, and Tibetan religion is tightly controlled by the government. But They Still Struggle Even though Tibetans have lived in India for over 70 years, they still face problems: They can't easily travel abroad . They can't own land or houses . Most of them can't get loans from banks . College and healthcare access is limited for many Tibetan youth. What Should Be Done? India has always welcomed refugees, like during the 1971 Bangladesh war, when we gave shelter to millions. So, helping Tibetans more shouldn't be hard. They've been model citizens – calm, helpful, and respectful. It's time to give them better support, like easing rules and helping them live more fully as part of Indian society. After all, they've added so much to our country — and they deserve our care and kindness in return. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed above are the author's own.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Model community
Times of India's Edit Page team comprises senior journalists with wide-ranging interests who debate and opine on the news and issues of the day. Tibetans in India need better state support By backing Dalai Lama's position on succession, Union minister Kiren Rijiju has rightly countered China's position that only Beijing can approve the choice of the next Tibetan spiritual leader. Dalai Lama, and thousands of Tibetans, chose India as their refuge when China captured Tibet in 1950s. Since then, Tibetans in India have lived as a model community. Spread across 39 formal settlements and dozens of informal colonies throughout India, Tibetans have added richness to our social milieu with their cuisine, medicine, culture and spirituality. A lot of this is because of Dalai Lama himself. He has repeatedly expressed his gratitude to India for providing shelter to Tibetans. Contrast this with China where Tibetan culture is being slowly Sinicised, and Tibetan Buddhism is practised under strict supervision of Chinese Communist Party minders. It is in India that Tibetans have been able to freely practise their religion. India has a great track record in sheltering refugees – taking in millions during Bangladesh's 1971 Liberation War – and successive Indian govts have done a lot for Tibetan refugees. But several everyday issues remain. Tibetans face restrictions in terms of travel, can't buy property in India, most can't access bank credit, and have very limited access to higher education and healthcare. Their stateless status can be ameliorated through practical provisions on the ground. Seventy years of their peaceful existence in India shows migrants can add value to society. Tibetans deserve our continued support. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email This piece appeared as an editorial opinion in the print edition of The Times of India.
