Dalai Lama Apologizes for Controversial Video with Child

The Dalai Lama has apologized for kissing a child on the lips and asking him to "suck my tongue" during an event in northern India. The incident, which took place in February, went viral on social media, with many users criticizing the spiritual leader's actions. The Dalai Lama's office said he often teases people in an innocent and playful way, but he regrets the incident and apologizes to the boy and his family. A Delhi-based child rights group condemned all forms of child abuse and said such cultural expressions are not acceptable. This is not the first time the Dalai Lama has sparked controversy in recent years.