Dharamshala, June 30 -- The main Tibetan temple, Tsuglagkhang, in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala, erupted in vibrant festivities on Monday, as devotees and crowds gathered there to celebrate the 90th birthday of the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the 14th Dalai Lama.

The celebration on June 30 is based on the dates as per the Tibetan calendar, whereas, according to the Gregorian calendar, the birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama falls on July 6.

During the event, the Dalai Lama addressed the gathering, reaffirming his commitment to peace and service to Tibet and humanity amidst a confluence of interfaith leaders and global well-wishers who were present there, as noted by the President of the Central Tibetan Administration, Sikyong Pen...