<h1>Dalai Lama announces successor will be recognized by Gaden Phodrang Trust before 90th birthday</h1> The Tibetan spiritual leader announced his institution will continue with a successor to be recognized by the Gaden Phodrang Trust, ahead of his 90th birthday. The Union Health Ministry denied links between COVID vaccines and heart-related deaths following claims by a state chief minister. A deputy chief minister stated no internal party discord exists. Three people died in a landslide during illegal mining activities. A court granted bail to two accused in a parliament security breach case. Another court adjourned a defamation case hearing against a political leader. Stock markets rallied on trade deal optimism while the rupee weakened against the dollar.