Archive for December, 2007
Bhutan is best for biking (Kuensel)
22 December, 2007 - Mountain biking can be a natural wonder with unlimited adventure. And Bhutan had an environment suited for it.
U.S. visas for Bhutanese upgraded (Kuensel)
22 December, 2007 - Bhutanese students, exchange visitors, and their spouses and children travelling to the U.S. will now get a two-year visa from U.S. embassies and consulates anywhere in the world, says a press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In Bhutan, Sacred Sights Amid the Clouds (New York Times)
The black-and-white portraits and landscapes by Kenro Izu, taken over the past five years, fall somewhere between photojournalism and pictorialism.
Bhutan celebrates the past, anticipates the future (Kuensel)
NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 19 December, 2007 - It was with deep appreciation that the people of Bhutan looked back at the past 100 years as the kingdom celebrated the 100th National Day on December 17, 2007. People around the country were moved when His Majesty King Jigme Khesar offered a traditional bow to His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, symbolising the peopleâs appreciation for the past and …
Life in Bhutan (New York Times)
âTraveling many years, I have not yet seen a place as peaceful as Bhutan, or a place affecting such peacefulness within myself,â the photographer Kenro Izu has written. âIf there is a place indeed named Utopia, this place may come the closest to it.â
All geared up and ready to go (Kuensel)
22 December, 2007 - Next Sunday, on the eve of the New Year, thousands of Bhutanese will press a button on the electronic voting machine (EVM) at 864 polling stations around the country to vote in the candidates they want for the National Council, ushering in the start of the kingdomâs historic parliamentary elections.
The first collection of stamps from Bhutan’s Wangchuk royal family (The Nation)
For the first time Bhutan’s Wangchuk family will produce a collection of postage stamps to mark the 100th….
Party membership lists on ECB website (Kuensel)
22 December, 2007 - The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) has published the list of registered members of the two political parties on their website and said that those, whose names are not on the list, are not âregisteredâ members of the political parties.
Death toll rises to three (Kuensel)
BCCL ACCIDENT UPDATE 22 December, 2007 - Another victim of the molten gypsum accident at the Bhutan Carbide and Chemicals Limited (BCCL) factory died on December 16, bringing the death toll to three in the past week.
Electricity from Bhutan to cost more (Calcutta News)
Indian state electricity boards (SEBs) getting power from Bhutan at subsidised rates might have to pay market rates from Jan 1 if the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has its way on phasing out the subsidy.
All geared up and ready to go
22 December, 2007 - Next Sunday, on the eve of the New Year, thousands of Bhutanese will press a button on the electronic voting machine (EVM) at 864 polling stations around the country to vote in the candidates they want for the National Council, ushering in the start of the kingdomÂs historic parliamentary elections.
U.S. visas for Bhutanese upgraded
22 December, 2007 - Bhutanese students, exchange visitors, and their spouses and children travelling to the U.S. will now get a two-year visa from U.S. embassies and consulates anywhere in the world, says a press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Party membership lists on ECB website
22 December, 2007 - The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) has published the list of registered members of the two political parties on their website and said that those, whose names are not on the list, are not Âregistered members of the political parties.
Death toll rises to three
BCCL ACCIDENT UPDATE 22 December, 2007 - Another victim of the molten gypsum accident at the Bhutan Carbide and Chemicals Limited (BCCL) factory died on December 16, bringing the death toll to three in the past week.
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| Have wheels, will travel: Off the beaten track in Kurtoe |
22 December, 2007 - Mountain biking can be a natural wonder with unlimited adventure. And Bhutan had an environment suited for it.
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22 December, 2007 - Effigies of His Majesty the King, the fourth Druk Gyalpo, and His Holiness the Je Khenpo being escorted after the jana chidoe kurim in Mongar. His Holiness the Je Khenpo instructed all the rabdey dratshang in the 20 dzongkhags to perform the jana chidoe kurim for the successful enthronement of the Fifth King, the centenary celebrations, and the beginning of parliamentary democracy in 2008. The three-day Kurim in Mongar concluded on Thursday and Trashigang rabdeyÂs will begin on December 25.
Mongar: Lots of legwork, little time
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| Buttonhole where and when available |
21 December, 2007 - Jigme travels frequently to Mongar town to supply shops with tengma (roasted flattened maize), a popular traditional snack.
Sarpang: A three-horse race is on!
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| A close contest lies on the cards |
20 December, 2007 - With 12 days to the National Council election, the race among the three candidates of Sarpang is reaching an intensity that can be felt right across this southern dzongkhag.
Kuensel (East) goes colour
20 December, 2007 - Kuensel’s regional office in Kanglung, Trashigang, has started printing in colour, exactly a year after the office was set up.
From vision to reality
19 December, 2007 - It was a moment that carried the weight of Bhutanese history.
On the morning of December 17, 2007, exactly 100 years after Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck began the reign of the Wangchuck dynasty, the fourth Druk Gyalpo, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and His Majesty the King, Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, bowed to each other, their Royal Scarves lowered in the traditional gesture of respect.
Bhutan celebrates the past, anticipates the future (Kuensel)
NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 19 December, 2007 - It was with deep appreciation that the people of Bhutan looked back at the past 100 years as the kingdom celebrated the 100th National Day on December 17, 2007. People around the country were moved when His Majesty King Jigme Khesar offered a traditional bow to His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, symbolising the peopleâs appreciation for the past and …
The first collection of stamps from Bhutan’s Wangchuk royal family (The Nation)
For the first time Bhutan’s Wangchuk family will produce a collection of postage stamps to mark the 100th….
Electricity from Bhutan to cost more (Calcutta News)
Indian state electricity boards (SEBs) getting power from Bhutan at subsidised rates might have to pay market rates from Jan 1 if the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has its way on phasing out the subsidy.
Electricity from Bhutan to cost more (New Kerala)
New Delhi, Dec 18: Indian state electricity boards (SEBs) getting power from Bhutan at subsidised rates might have to pay market rates from Jan 1 if the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has its way on phasing out the subsidy.
Caos en Buenos Aires por paro de subterráneos (El Paso Times)
BUENOS AIRESâLa capital argentina estaba sumida el martes en un gran congestionamiento de tránsito debido a un paro por 24 horas dispuesto por los delegados sindicales de las cinco lÃneas de subterráneos, que obligó al millón de usuarios del sistema a volcarse a otros medios de transporte.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (Deepika)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as ”an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to ”downplay the matter”.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
(AFX UK Focus) 2007-12-17 11:22 GMT: ADB grants 21.2 mln usd to Bangladesh, Bhutan, India & Nepal (Interactive Investor)
MUMBAI (Thomson Financial) - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is providing 21.2 mln usd for the development of information and communication technology in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal to enhance the availability of affordable broadband Internet connections, skilled manpower, local content and internet applications.
China flexes its new muscle (International Herald Tribune)
Deng Xiaoping’s axiom for China - “keep a low profile and never take the lead” - is passé.
Bhutan, Nepal as sources of power for India (Hindustan Times)
The sub-Himalayan water bodies in Nepal and Bhutan could hold the key to Indiaâs power shortage. The government is examining the possibility of tapping the resources available in the storage dams of these countries to enhance energy supply.
Sarpang: A three-horse race is on!
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| A close contest lies on the cards |
20 December, 2007 - With 12 days to the National Council election, the race among the three candidates of Sarpang is reaching an intensity that can be felt right across this southern dzongkhag.
Kuensel (East) goes colour
20 December, 2007 - Kuensel’s regional office in Kanglung, Trashigang, has started printing in colour, exactly a year after the office was set up.
From vision to reality
19 December, 2007 - It was a moment that carried the weight of Bhutanese history.
On the morning of December 17, 2007, exactly 100 years after Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck began the reign of the Wangchuck dynasty, the fourth Druk Gyalpo, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and His Majesty the King, Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, bowed to each other, their Royal Scarves lowered in the traditional gesture of respect.
Bhutan celebrates the past, anticipates the future
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NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 19 December, 2007 - It was with deep appreciation that the people of Bhutan looked back at the past 100 years as the kingdom celebrated the 100th National Day on December 17, 2007. People around the country were moved when His Majesty King Jigme Khesar offered a traditional bow to His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, symbolising the peopleÂs appreciation for the past and their solemn pledge for the future.
His MajestyÂs National Day address
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19 December, 2007 - On this historic day, when the nation is gathered as one, I offer, on behalf of the People and King, our love and gratitude to His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, whose 34 years of service have brought about a strong, prosperous nation on the cusp of an even brighter future as a democracy.
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19 December, 2007 - On December 17, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck awarded the winner, Kesang D Wangmo, of the Tarayana Poetry Competition in tribute to the Golden Reign of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo.
Disqualified candidate seeks judicial intervention
19 December, 2007 - An aspiring political candidate from the Dewathang-Gomdar constituency of Samdrup Jongkhar dzongkhag has petitioned the high court for the interpretation of the qualification requirement prescribed in the draft Election Bill after he was disqualified from contesting the National Assembly election.
NC candidate accused of taking sides
19 December, 2007 - Druk Phuensum Tshogpa workers in Mongar dzongkhag have lodged a written complaint with the dzongda and the dzongkhag chief election coordinator against a National Council candidate in Mongar for promoting the PeopleÂs Democratic Party and its candidate during his familiarisation tour in one of the villages.
Justice comes nearer to people
19 December, 2007 - On the command of His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo, dungkhag courts have been established in the dungkhags of Samdrupcholing, Jomotshangkha, Ngalam, Lhamoizingkha, Thrimshing, Sakteng, Lingzhi, Weringla, Panbang, Dorokha, Sipsoo and Sambeykha, coinciding with the National Day celebrations on December 17.
Things to do this Winter holidays
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18 December, 2007 - It’s mid-December, schools are closed and students break up for a two-month long vacation. Now, on any given day, if a relative or an acquaintance calls up, or appears at your doorstep, asking if you could find a part-time job for their son or daughter, donÂt be surprised.
Bhutan celebrates the past, anticipates the future (Kuensel)
NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 19 December, 2007 - It was with deep appreciation that the people of Bhutan looked back at the past 100 years as the kingdom celebrated the 100th National Day on December 17, 2007. People around the country were moved when His Majesty King Jigme Khesar offered a traditional bow to His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, symbolising the peopleâs appreciation for the past and …
The first collection of stamps from Bhutan’s Wangchuk royal family (The Nation)
For the first time Bhutan’s Wangchuk family will produce a collection of postage stamps to mark the 100th….
Electricity from Bhutan to cost more (Calcutta News)
Indian state electricity boards (SEBs) getting power from Bhutan at subsidised rates might have to pay market rates from Jan 1 if the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has its way on phasing out the subsidy.
Electricity from Bhutan to cost more (New Kerala)
New Delhi, Dec 18: Indian state electricity boards (SEBs) getting power from Bhutan at subsidised rates might have to pay market rates from Jan 1 if the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has its way on phasing out the subsidy.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (Deepika)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as ”an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to ”downplay the matter”.
Caos en Buenos Aires por paro de subterráneos (El Paso Times)
BUENOS AIRESâLa capital argentina estaba sumida el martes en un gran congestionamiento de tránsito debido a un paro por 24 horas dispuesto por los delegados sindicales de las cinco lÃneas de subterráneos, que obligó al millón de usuarios del sistema a volcarse a otros medios de transporte.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
(AFX UK Focus) 2007-12-17 11:22 GMT: ADB grants 21.2 mln usd to Bangladesh, Bhutan, India & Nepal (Interactive Investor)
MUMBAI (Thomson Financial) - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is providing 21.2 mln usd for the development of information and communication technology in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal to enhance the availability of affordable broadband Internet connections, skilled manpower, local content and internet applications.
Bhutan, Nepal as sources of power for India (Hindustan Times)
The sub-Himalayan water bodies in Nepal and Bhutan could hold the key to Indiaâs power shortage. The government is examining the possibility of tapping the resources available in the storage dams of these countries to enhance energy supply.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (New Kerala)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 : The BJP today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as “an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to “down play the matter”.
From vision to reality
19 December, 2007 - It was a moment that carried the weight of Bhutanese history.
On the morning of December 17, 2007, exactly 100 years after Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck began the reign of the Wangchuck dynasty, the fourth Druk Gyalpo, His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and His Majesty the King, Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, bowed to each other, their Royal Scarves lowered in the traditional gesture of respect.
Bhutan celebrates the past, anticipates the future
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NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 19 December, 2007 - It was with deep appreciation that the people of Bhutan looked back at the past 100 years as the kingdom celebrated the 100th National Day on December 17, 2007. People around the country were moved when His Majesty King Jigme Khesar offered a traditional bow to His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo, symbolising the peopleÂs appreciation for the past and their solemn pledge for the future.
His MajestyÂs National Day address
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19 December, 2007 - On this historic day, when the nation is gathered as one, I offer, on behalf of the People and King, our love and gratitude to His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, whose 34 years of service have brought about a strong, prosperous nation on the cusp of an even brighter future as a democracy.
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19 December, 2007 - On December 17, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck awarded the winner, Kesang D Wangmo, of the Tarayana Poetry Competition in tribute to the Golden Reign of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo.
Disqualified candidate seeks judicial intervention
19 December, 2007 - An aspiring political candidate from the Dewathang-Gomdar constituency of Samdrup Jongkhar dzongkhag has petitioned the high court for the interpretation of the qualification requirement prescribed in the draft Election Bill after he was disqualified from contesting the National Assembly election.
NC candidate accused of taking sides
19 December, 2007 - Druk Phuensum Tshogpa workers in Mongar dzongkhag have lodged a written complaint with the dzongda and the dzongkhag chief election coordinator against a National Council candidate in Mongar for promoting the PeopleÂs Democratic Party and its candidate during his familiarisation tour in one of the villages.
Justice comes nearer to people
19 December, 2007 - On the command of His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo, dungkhag courts have been established in the dungkhags of Samdrupcholing, Jomotshangkha, Ngalam, Lhamoizingkha, Thrimshing, Sakteng, Lingzhi, Weringla, Panbang, Dorokha, Sipsoo and Sambeykha, coinciding with the National Day celebrations on December 17.
Things to do this Winter holidays
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18 December, 2007 - It’s mid-December, schools are closed and students break up for a two-month long vacation. Now, on any given day, if a relative or an acquaintance calls up, or appears at your doorstep, asking if you could find a part-time job for their son or daughter, donÂt be surprised.
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18 December, 2007 - You are at it while watching TV, while walking, while talking. Everytime your hands are free, youÂre at it. Call it time-pass or a hobby, it usually picks up pace during winter and goes on throughout the year! Guess what?
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18 December, 2007 - Yangchen, 36, from Samdrupjongkhar, is a housewife living in Samazingkha, Thimphu, for the past six years. She loves knitting and says that itÂs much cheaper to knit than buy woolen clothes.
1. What all do you love knitting?
I love knitting caps, socks, mufflers and shawls.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (Deepika)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as ”an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to ”downplay the matter”.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
(AFX UK Focus) 2007-12-17 11:22 GMT: ADB grants 21.2 mln usd to Bangladesh, Bhutan, India & Nepal (Interactive Investor)
MUMBAI (Thomson Financial) - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is providing 21.2 mln usd for the development of information and communication technology in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal to enhance the availability of affordable broadband Internet connections, skilled manpower, local content and internet applications.
Bhutan, Nepal as sources of power for India (Hindustan Times)
The sub-Himalayan water bodies in Nepal and Bhutan could hold the key to Indiaâs power shortage. The government is examining the possibility of tapping the resources available in the storage dams of these countries to enhance energy supply.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (New Kerala)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 : The BJP today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as “an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to “down play the matter”.
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Indian Express via Yahoo! India News)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan border has finally been revived. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked the Ministry of Shipping Road transport & Highways to push up road connectivity towards the plant. India is already assisting with the construction of the ‘Indo-Bhutan Friendship Project, the Nu 5,170-million Dungsam cement …
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Express India)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan…
Woman pusher apprehended (Kuensel)
17 December, 2007 - Following a tip-off, Thimphu police arrested a 40-year-old homemaker, carrying an assortment of illegal prescription drugs, on December 11.
Dragon breath (Phayul)
Although Chief of Army Staff General Deepak Kapoor makes light of his decision to shift nearly 6,000 troops to the trijunction of the India-Bhutan-China border, the disconcerting truth has been known for some time â that there is a new military restiveness on the Sino-Indian border.
Medicinal plants spell millions (Kuensel)
17 December, 2007 - Medicinal plants like chirata, pipla (Piper longum) and tsoe (Rubia cordifolia) found in Bhutanâs forests could soon find their way to markets in India, according to officials of the agriculture marketing services.
Things to do this Winter holidays
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18 December, 2007 - It’s mid-December, schools are closed and students break up for a two-month long vacation. Now, on any given day, if a relative or an acquaintance calls up, or appears at your doorstep, asking if you could find a part-time job for their son or daughter, donÂt be surprised.
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18 December, 2007 - You are at it while watching TV, while walking, while talking. Everytime your hands are free, youÂre at it. Call it time-pass or a hobby, it usually picks up pace during winter and goes on throughout the year! Guess what?
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18 December, 2007 - Yangchen, 36, from Samdrupjongkhar, is a housewife living in Samazingkha, Thimphu, for the past six years. She loves knitting and says that itÂs much cheaper to knit than buy woolen clothes.
1. What all do you love knitting?
I love knitting caps, socks, mufflers and shawls.
The Man of the House
18 December, 2007 - The atmosphere in
Kalimpong was frenetic as
usual - drivers hooting, cars tooting, lame beggars struggling to cross the road, students waiting impatiently for their bus to arrive and hawkers shouting at the tops of their voices.
Dagana to decide on one out of four
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| The quartet of candidates - Take your pick |
18 December, 2007 - Choice is not the problem for voters in Dagana dzongkhag. With four candidates contesting the National Council election in December, Dagana is experiencing an upbeat tempo like never before.
The Knock-On Effect of Alcoholism
18 December, 2007 - “IÂm tired of life, shrieked Sonam
to me one day. Sonam came from a well-to-do family and her mother had passed away a year before. She stayed with her father, sister and younger brother.
Trongsaps keep candidates happy
18 December, 2007 - With the National Council campaign in full swing, aspiring National Council (Tshogdey) candidates are combing the villages and asking for votes and some are even making promises.
But if candidates are smart, villagers are even smarter.
Truck veers off highway - six injured
17 December, 2007 - Six people were injured when the truck they were travelling in veered off the road while trying to avoid a motorcycle on the Indian highway, about 50 kilometres from Phuentsoling on December 10.
Industrial accident claims two lives
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| The scene of the lethal mishap |
17 December, 2007 - Two of the six labourers, who suffered burns when hot molten gypsum splashed out of the furnace at the Bhutan Carbide and Chemicals Limited (BCCL) in Phuentsholing on December 11, have died, according to a source at the factory site in Pasakha.
Woman pusher apprehended
17 December, 2007 - Following a tip-off, Thimphu police arrested a 40-year-old homemaker, carrying an assortment of illegal prescription drugs, on December 11.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
Bhutan, Nepal as sources of power for India (Hindustan Times)
The sub-Himalayan water bodies in Nepal and Bhutan could hold the key to Indiaâs power shortage. The government is examining the possibility of tapping the resources available in the storage dams of these countries to enhance energy supply.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (New Kerala)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 : The BJP today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as “an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to “down play the matter”.
BJP asks govt not to ‘downplay’ Chinese intrusion in Bhutan (Deepika)
Chandigarh, Dec 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) today described China’s reported intrusion into Bhutan as ”an unfriendly act” and asked the government not to ”downplay the matter”.
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Indian Express via Yahoo! India News)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan border has finally been revived. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked the Ministry of Shipping Road transport & Highways to push up road connectivity towards the plant. India is already assisting with the construction of the ‘Indo-Bhutan Friendship Project, the Nu 5,170-million Dungsam cement …
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Express India)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan…
Woman pusher apprehended (Kuensel)
17 December, 2007 - Following a tip-off, Thimphu police arrested a 40-year-old homemaker, carrying an assortment of illegal prescription drugs, on December 11.
Medicinal plants spell millions (Kuensel)
17 December, 2007 - Medicinal plants like chirata, pipla (Piper longum) and tsoe (Rubia cordifolia) found in Bhutanâs forests could soon find their way to markets in India, according to officials of the agriculture marketing services.
Médicos terminan 39 dÃas de paro en Panamá (El Paso Times)
PANAMAâLos médicos públicos acordaron con el gobierno un incremento salarial de 23% que empezaran a cobrar desde mediados del 2008 con lo que terminaron con un paro que se prolongó 39 dÃas, informaron el sábado las partes.
Selling out - rather than in sheds (Kuensel)
17 December, 2007 - Carrying her seven-month old baby, she calls out to everyone passing the Thruelpang zam, on the Thimphu-Trongsa highway, to buy her oranges. Three oranges cost Nu 5.
Truck veers off highway - six injured
17 December, 2007 - Six people were injured when the truck they were travelling in veered off the road while trying to avoid a motorcycle on the Indian highway, about 50 kilometres from Phuentsoling on December 10.
Industrial accident claims two lives
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| The scene of the lethal mishap |
17 December, 2007 - Two of the six labourers, who suffered burns when hot molten gypsum splashed out of the furnace at the Bhutan Carbide and Chemicals Limited (BCCL) in Phuentsholing on December 11, have died, according to a source at the factory site in Pasakha.
Woman pusher apprehended
17 December, 2007 - Following a tip-off, Thimphu police arrested a 40-year-old homemaker, carrying an assortment of illegal prescription drugs, on December 11.
Medicinal plants spell millions
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| Menjong - Herb blessed homeland |
17 December, 2007 - Medicinal plants like chirata, pipla (Piper longum) and tsoe (Rubia cordifolia) found in BhutanÂs forests could soon find their way to markets in India, according to officials of the agriculture marketing services.
ILCS: Stagnating instead of shifting
17 December, 2007 - It still looks the way it used to in the l990s, with only one academic block, surrounded by small hamlets housing teachers quarters, a girlÂs hostel with double decked beds, all squeezed into two narrow buildings, and two weathered water-taps, clustered on a hill slope above Semtokha Dzong.
Selling out - rather than in sheds
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| The windswept vendors of Thruelpang zam |
17 December, 2007 - Carrying her seven-month old baby, she calls out to everyone passing the Thruelpang zam, on the Thimphu-Trongsa highway, to buy her oranges. Three oranges cost Nu 5.
Women of Gangtoe: A lesson for the nation?
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| The best of opponents : Pema Choden (left) and Dawa Zam |
15 December, 2007 - If ever there could be an ideal election story, this is it.
Daw Zam and Pema Choden are two farmers in the idyllic valley of Phobjikha, where more than 200 blacknecked cranes swirl gracefully over the gentle slopes, that are thickly covered with cane brush among which herds of black and white yaks graze. Monks chant the scriptures at Gangtey Goemba and hermits ignore the chill of the 9,000-feet air up on the cliffs.
New land act w.e.f. Jan. 1, 2008
15 December, 2007 - All land transactions, done in accordance with the Land Act of 1979 and cleared by the courts but pending field survey, will be completed by December 31 so that thrams (registration of ownership) can be issued.
ACC takes stock
15 December, 2007 - With investigations into 20 corruption cases, of which 13 have gone to court, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) says that, in the past two years of its existence, it has been able to sensitize people on the prevalence of corruption and the need to tackle it urgently.
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15 December, 2007 - Breaking past trends Dzongkha language graduates grabbed top positions in the 2007 civil service common examinations, the results of which were declared on December 12.
Yeshey Pelzang, a Dzongkha honours graduate from Sherubtse College, stood first. Thinley Wangdi, a Sherubtse geography honours graduate, came second and Tshering Lham, a B.Sc. general graduate from Bangalore, came third.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Indian Express via Yahoo! India News)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan border has finally been revived. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked the Ministry of Shipping Road transport & Highways to push up road connectivity towards the plant. India is already assisting with the construction of the ‘Indo-Bhutan Friendship Project, the Nu 5,170-million Dungsam cement …
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Express India)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan…
Médicos terminan 39 dÃas de paro en Panamá (El Paso Times)
PANAMAâLos médicos públicos acordaron con el gobierno un incremento salarial de 23% que empezaran a cobrar desde mediados del 2008 con lo que terminaron con un paro que se prolongó 39 dÃas, informaron el sábado las partes.
Bhutan breezes unbeaten into semis (Kuensel)
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 15 December, 2007 - Bhutan beat Myanmar by 148 runs to finish unbeaten in Group B of the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. Bhutan will now face Maldives in the semi-final at Bangkok.
Bhutanese refugee shot at (Nepalnews. com)
Amidst rising differences among the Bhutanese refugees over the issue of third country resettlement, a refuge youth has been shot by unidentified persons on Thursday.
Army moves troops to Sino-Indian border (NDTV)
Amid reports of intrusion by Chinese forces in Bhutan, the Army has moved more than 6,000 troops to the Sino-Indian border, close to tri-junction of India, Bhutan and China.
China Bhutan effect on India (The Telegraph)
Dec. 12: The noticeable change in Chinese presence in Bhutanâs Dolam Valley may have prompted the Indian Army to set up an observation post that has subsequently been destroyed.
Everything to play for (Bangkok Post)
After eight days of cricket Qatar and Bhutan have booked their places in today’s Asian Cricket Council Under-15 tournament final. The 40-over encounter will begin at 9.30pm at the RBSC Polo Club ground.
The right place at the right time (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
Women of Gangtoe: A lesson for the nation?
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| The best of opponents : Pema Choden (left) and Dawa Zam |
15 December, 2007 - If ever there could be an ideal election story, this is it.
Daw Zam and Pema Choden are two farmers in the idyllic valley of Phobjikha, where more than 200 blacknecked cranes swirl gracefully over the gentle slopes, that are thickly covered with cane brush among which herds of black and white yaks graze. Monks chant the scriptures at Gangtey Goemba and hermits ignore the chill of the 9,000-feet air up on the cliffs.
New land act w.e.f. Jan. 1, 2008
15 December, 2007 - All land transactions, done in accordance with the Land Act of 1979 and cleared by the courts but pending field survey, will be completed by December 31 so that thrams (registration of ownership) can be issued.
ACC takes stock
15 December, 2007 - With investigations into 20 corruption cases, of which 13 have gone to court, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) says that, in the past two years of its existence, it has been able to sensitize people on the prevalence of corruption and the need to tackle it urgently.
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15 December, 2007 - Breaking past trends Dzongkha language graduates grabbed top positions in the 2007 civil service common examinations, the results of which were declared on December 12.
Yeshey Pelzang, a Dzongkha honours graduate from Sherubtse College, stood first. Thinley Wangdi, a Sherubtse geography honours graduate, came second and Tshering Lham, a B.Sc. general graduate from Bangalore, came third.
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15 December, 2007 - PICTURE STORY:
Her Majesty Ashi Tshering Pem Wangchuck, President of YDF, launches ÂZey Pi Karsel Dawa a special music album to pay tribute to 100 years of monarchy at the RAPA hall in Thimphu last evening
Bhutan breezes unbeaten into semis
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| Sushil SharmaÂs fatal square cut |
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 15 December, 2007 - Bhutan beat Myanmar by 148 runs to finish unbeaten in Group B of the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. Bhutan will now face Maldives in the semi-final at Bangkok.
The ACC struggles on
15 December, 2007 - In celebrating a Ânational corruption-free weekÂ, the honest, if not widely acknowledged, message portrayed by the Office of the Anti-Corruption Commission was as clear as it can get.
Project + plans blueprint for GNH
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| Mr Jean Timsit: ÂGrowing in luxury and comfort doesnÂt produce happiness. |
14 December, 2007 - An ecologist says the earth is going to explode with all the uncontrolled development activities taking place and calls for a stop. An economist, on the other hand, says that economy needs to grow without which the system would explode. Quite different from the two thoughts, a philosopher says that it is the training of individual minds, which is important and what happens outside does not really matter.
Farmers seminar on farm road maintenance
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| Capacity building and mobilisation of community |
14 December, 2007 - Most rural villages across the country have numerous tshokpas or committees like kewa tshogpa (potato committee), chuyei tshogpa (water committee), tselu tshogpa (orange committee) and shamu tshogpa (mushroom committee). But, for the first time and with good reason, a road maintenance committee will be instated in every village.
For the want of a plot of land, villagers wait for electricity
13 December, 2007 - For the people of Nangla in Pangbang, Zhemgang, the overhead power transmission lines passing through their village is a bit of an eyesore.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Express India)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan…
Cementing ties: road to Bhutan plant by April 2008 (Indian Express via Yahoo! India News)
The two-decade-old project to construct Bhutan’s biggest cement plant on the Indo-Bhutan border has finally been revived. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has asked the Ministry of Shipping Road transport & Highways to push up road connectivity towards the plant. India is already assisting with the construction of the ‘Indo-Bhutan Friendship Project, the Nu 5,170-million Dungsam cement …
Bhutan breezes unbeaten into semis (Kuensel)
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 15 December, 2007 - Bhutan beat Myanmar by 148 runs to finish unbeaten in Group B of the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. Bhutan will now face Maldives in the semi-final at Bangkok.
Bhutanese refugee shot at (Nepalnews. com)
Amidst rising differences among the Bhutanese refugees over the issue of third country resettlement, a refuge youth has been shot by unidentified persons on Thursday.
China Bhutan effect on India (The Telegraph)
Dec. 12: The noticeable change in Chinese presence in Bhutanâs Dolam Valley may have prompted the Indian Army to set up an observation post that has subsequently been destroyed.
The right place at the right time (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
PDP’s candidates meeting in Thimphu (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - The Peopleâs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
India moves troops to China border (UPI)
The Indian army has moved more than 6,000 troops to the Sino-India border following reports of Chinese intrusions in Bhutan.
More India (The Times of India)
NEW DELHI: The Army on Friday denied any movement of troops to Nathu La in Sikkim, the tri-junction of India, Bhutan and China, and reiterated that there had been no Chinese incursions into Indian territory.
Women of Gangtoe: A lesson for the nation?
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| The best of opponents : Pema Choden (left) and Dawa Zam |
15 December, 2007 - If ever there could be an ideal election story, this is it.
Daw Zam and Pema Choden are two farmers in the idyllic valley of Phobjikha, where more than 200 blacknecked cranes swirl gracefully over the gentle slopes, that are thickly covered with cane brush among which herds of black and white yaks graze. Monks chant the scriptures at Gangtey Goemba and hermits ignore the chill of the 9,000-feet air up on the cliffs.
New land act w.e.f. Jan. 1, 2008
15 December, 2007 - All land transactions, done in accordance with the Land Act of 1979 and cleared by the courts but pending field survey, will be completed by December 31 so that thrams (registration of ownership) can be issued.
ACC takes stock
15 December, 2007 - With investigations into 20 corruption cases, of which 13 have gone to court, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) says that, in the past two years of its existence, it has been able to sensitize people on the prevalence of corruption and the need to tackle it urgently.
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15 December, 2007 - Breaking past trends Dzongkha language graduates grabbed top positions in the 2007 civil service common examinations, the results of which were declared on December 12.
Yeshey Pelzang, a Dzongkha honours graduate from Sherubtse College, stood first. Thinley Wangdi, a Sherubtse geography honours graduate, came second and Tshering Lham, a B.Sc. general graduate from Bangalore, came third.
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15 December, 2007 - PICTURE STORY:
Her Majesty Ashi Tshering Pem Wangchuck, President of YDF, launches ÂZey Pi Karsel Dawa a special music album to pay tribute to 100 years of monarchy at the RAPA hall in Thimphu last evening
Bhutan breezes unbeaten into semis
|
| Sushil SharmaÂs fatal square cut |
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 15 December, 2007 - Bhutan beat Myanmar by 148 runs to finish unbeaten in Group B of the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. Bhutan will now face Maldives in the semi-final at Bangkok.
The ACC struggles on
15 December, 2007 - In celebrating a Ânational corruption-free weekÂ, the honest, if not widely acknowledged, message portrayed by the Office of the Anti-Corruption Commission was as clear as it can get.
Project + plans blueprint for GNH
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| Mr Jean Timsit: ÂGrowing in luxury and comfort doesnÂt produce happiness. |
14 December, 2007 - An ecologist says the earth is going to explode with all the uncontrolled development activities taking place and calls for a stop. An economist, on the other hand, says that economy needs to grow without which the system would explode. Quite different from the two thoughts, a philosopher says that it is the training of individual minds, which is important and what happens outside does not really matter.
Farmers seminar on farm road maintenance
|
| Capacity building and mobilisation of community |
14 December, 2007 - Most rural villages across the country have numerous tshokpas or committees like kewa tshogpa (potato committee), chuyei tshogpa (water committee), tselu tshogpa (orange committee) and shamu tshogpa (mushroom committee). But, for the first time and with good reason, a road maintenance committee will be instated in every village.
For the want of a plot of land, villagers wait for electricity
13 December, 2007 - For the people of Nangla in Pangbang, Zhemgang, the overhead power transmission lines passing through their village is a bit of an eyesore.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
Bhutanese refugee shot at (Nepalnews. com)
Amidst rising differences among the Bhutanese refugees over the issue of third country resettlement, a refuge youth has been shot by unidentified persons on Thursday.
China Bhutan effect on India (The Telegraph)
Dec. 12: The noticeable change in Chinese presence in Bhutanâs Dolam Valley may have prompted the Indian Army to set up an observation post that has subsequently been destroyed.
The right place at the right time (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
PDP’s candidates meeting in Thimphu (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - The Peopleâs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
Paro UMA gets top billing (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - Condé Nast Traveller has branded UMA Resort in Paro as Asiaâs top hotel for 2008, according to an American magazine published by Condé Nast Publications.
Bhutan make it (and some!) to semi-finals (Kuensel)
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 12 December, 2007 - The idyllic Prem Oval in Chiang Mai canât have seen many better innings in its two and a half-year existence than Bhutanâs Jigme Singyeâs against China in the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. He was the difference between the two sides as China fought hard in their defense of 113.
Luggage rates weigh heavy on travellers (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - Bhutanese are not light travelers and travelling with lots of luggage is becoming a load of an issue between passengers and public transport operators.
Prospects Of Refugee Resettlement (Nepalnews. com)
At a time when Bhutanese refugees are busy expressing their interest and giving interviews to government representatives from the US and the Australia in Damak for resettlement to third countries, the country representative of the UNHCR for Nepal Abraham Abraham is wrapping up his five years of tenure in Kathmandu.
Part 1: Kauaians embark on Bhutan healing adventure (The Garden Island)
My nose is pressed up against the plane window as it cruises between towering forested mountains on its final descent. We are eight women (including four Kauaians), plus our leader, Francesco Garripoli, also from Kauaâi, who has organized this two-week healing adventure tour to the Kingdom of Bhutan located high in the Himalayas.
Project + plans blueprint for GNH
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| Mr Jean Timsit: ÂGrowing in luxury and comfort doesnÂt produce happiness. |
14 December, 2007 - An ecologist says the earth is going to explode with all the uncontrolled development activities taking place and calls for a stop. An economist, on the other hand, says that economy needs to grow without which the system would explode. Quite different from the two thoughts, a philosopher says that it is the training of individual minds, which is important and what happens outside does not really matter.
Farmers seminar on farm road maintenance
|
| Capacity building and mobilisation of community |
14 December, 2007 - Most rural villages across the country have numerous tshokpas or committees like kewa tshogpa (potato committee), chuyei tshogpa (water committee), tselu tshogpa (orange committee) and shamu tshogpa (mushroom committee). But, for the first time and with good reason, a road maintenance committee will be instated in every village.
For the want of a plot of land, villagers wait for electricity
13 December, 2007 - For the people of Nangla in Pangbang, Zhemgang, the overhead power transmission lines passing through their village is a bit of an eyesore.
Farm road for Nimzhong village
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| The Zhemgang dzongda inaugurates the construction of the farm road |
13 December, 2007 - For Tendil Wangdi, going back to his village in Shingkhar gewog from the district headquarters means walking for an entire day over rugged terrain and halting overnight in the village of Nimzhong.
Paro UMA gets top billing
13 December, 2007 - Cond Nast Traveller has branded UMA Resort in Paro as AsiaÂs top hotel for 2008, according to an American magazine published by Cond Nast Publications.
The right place at the right time
Oberoi Group to invest in Bhutan
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| Chairman Mr Prithvi R S Oberoi |
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
Luggage rates weigh heavy on travellers
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| Bus passengers complain of arbitrary baggage charges |
13 December, 2007 - Bhutanese are not light travelers and travelling with lots of luggage is becoming a load of an issue between passengers and public transport operators.
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| Tshering Nidup - Alone against AIDS |
13 December, 2007 - Tshering Nidup is a busy man these days.
While many office-goers retire to the comfort of their bukharies (wood-fed -stoves) and heaters after office, the 40-year-old administrative officer of the Royal Institute of Health Science in Thimphu, downs his grey suit and drives out to do, what observers call, the noblest job.
Diesel-users icy blues
13 December, 2007 - Of late, the dropping temperature has begun taking its toll on many diesel-run vehicles in the capital.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
China Bhutan effect on India (The Telegraph)
Dec. 12: The noticeable change in Chinese presence in Bhutanâs Dolam Valley may have prompted the Indian Army to set up an observation post that has subsequently been destroyed.
Bhutanese refugee shot at (Nepalnews. com)
Amidst rising differences among the Bhutanese refugees over the issue of third country resettlement, a refuge youth has been shot by unidentified persons on Thursday.
The right place at the right time (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
PDP’s candidates meeting in Thimphu (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - The Peopleâs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
Paro UMA gets top billing (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - Condé Nast Traveller has branded UMA Resort in Paro as Asiaâs top hotel for 2008, according to an American magazine published by Condé Nast Publications.
Bhutan make it (and some!) to semi-finals (Kuensel)
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 12 December, 2007 - The idyllic Prem Oval in Chiang Mai canât have seen many better innings in its two and a half-year existence than Bhutanâs Jigme Singyeâs against China in the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. He was the difference between the two sides as China fought hard in their defense of 113.
Prospects Of Refugee Resettlement (Nepalnews. com)
At a time when Bhutanese refugees are busy expressing their interest and giving interviews to government representatives from the US and the Australia in Damak for resettlement to third countries, the country representative of the UNHCR for Nepal Abraham Abraham is wrapping up his five years of tenure in Kathmandu.
Luggage rates weigh heavy on travellers (Kuensel)
13 December, 2007 - Bhutanese are not light travelers and travelling with lots of luggage is becoming a load of an issue between passengers and public transport operators.
Part 1: Kauaians embark on Bhutan healing adventure (The Garden Island)
My nose is pressed up against the plane window as it cruises between towering forested mountains on its final descent. We are eight women (including four Kauaians), plus our leader, Francesco Garripoli, also from Kauaâi, who has organized this two-week healing adventure tour to the Kingdom of Bhutan located high in the Himalayas.
For the want of a plot of land, villagers wait for electricity
13 December, 2007 - For the people of Nangla in Pangbang, Zhemgang, the overhead power transmission lines passing through their village is a bit of an eyesore.
Farm road for Nimzhong village
|
| The Zhemgang dzongda inaugurates the construction of the farm road |
13 December, 2007 - For Tendil Wangdi, going back to his village in Shingkhar gewog from the district headquarters means walking for an entire day over rugged terrain and halting overnight in the village of Nimzhong.
Paro UMA gets top billing
13 December, 2007 - Cond Nast Traveller has branded UMA Resort in Paro as AsiaÂs top hotel for 2008, according to an American magazine published by Cond Nast Publications.
The right place at the right time
Oberoi Group to invest in Bhutan
|
| Chairman Mr Prithvi R S Oberoi |
13 December, 2007 - After a six-year delay, the Oberoi Group of hotels, a luxury hotel chain, has finally decided to come to Bhutan.
Luggage rates weigh heavy on travellers
|
| Bus passengers complain of arbitrary baggage charges |
13 December, 2007 - Bhutanese are not light travelers and travelling with lots of luggage is becoming a load of an issue between passengers and public transport operators.
|
| Tshering Nidup - Alone against AIDS |
13 December, 2007 - Tshering Nidup is a busy man these days.
While many office-goers retire to the comfort of their bukharies (wood-fed -stoves) and heaters after office, the 40-year-old administrative officer of the Royal Institute of Health Science in Thimphu, downs his grey suit and drives out to do, what observers call, the noblest job.
Diesel-users icy blues
13 December, 2007 - Of late, the dropping temperature has begun taking its toll on many diesel-run vehicles in the capital.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
PDP's candidates meeting in Thimphu
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12 December, 2007 - The PeopleÂs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
All on the same side
12 December, 2007 - So what is happening in Bhutanese politics? Who is winning? This is not just what every Bhutanese is being asked by friends outside, it is what we are all asking each other. And, at this stage, it appears that not many observers are ready to place their bets, mostly because we do not quite understand our electoral politics as well as we should.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
PDP’s candidates meeting in Thimphu (Kuensel)
12 December, 2007 - The Peopleâs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
Bhutan make it (and some!) to semi-finals (Kuensel)
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup 12 December, 2007 - The idyllic Prem Oval in Chiang Mai canât have seen many better innings in its two and a half-year existence than Bhutanâs Jigme Singyeâs against China in the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. He was the difference between the two sides as China fought hard in their defense of 113.
Prospects Of Refugee Resettlement (Nepalnews. com)
At a time when Bhutanese refugees are busy expressing their interest and giving interviews to government representatives from the US and the Australia in Damak for resettlement to third countries, the country representative of the UNHCR for Nepal Abraham Abraham is wrapping up his five years of tenure in Kathmandu.
Part 1: Kauaians embark on Bhutan healing adventure (The Garden Island)
My nose is pressed up against the plane window as it cruises between towering forested mountains on its final descent. We are eight women (including four Kauaians), plus our leader, Francesco Garripoli, also from Kauaâi, who has organized this two-week healing adventure tour to the Kingdom of Bhutan located high in the Himalayas.
Refugees from Bhutan get first ID cards in Nepal’s camps (AlertNet)
Source: UNHCR The government of Nepal and UNHCR have started to distribute identity cards to the refugees from Bhutan living in seven camps in eastern Nepal in a move to improve protection and assistance for some 108,000 registered refugees.
Bhutan jails 30 ‘Maoists’ (IANS via Yahoo! India News)
Kathmandu, Dec 9 (IANS) Bhutan has sent over two dozen people of Nepali origin to prison on the allegation that they were Maoists planning to launch an armed insurgency movement like in Nepal, a report said.
Men propose, women disposed with (Kuensel)
11 December, 2007 - The draft rules and regulations under the Labour and Employment Act 2007, which grants a minimum of one and a half monthâs (paid) maternity leave, has come under heavy fire from working Bhutanese women.
PDP’s candidates meeting in Thimphu (Kuensel)
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Phugay La, the leopard killer (Kuensel)
11 December, 2007 - A Punakha farmer has become an instant legend in his village after he wrestled down a wild leopard and axed it to death.
Bhutan India development cooperation talks
12 December, 2007 - A high level Bhutanese delegation is in New Delhi, India, to attend the Bhutan-India development cooperation talks scheduled for December 13-14.
PDP's candidates meeting in Thimphu
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12 December, 2007 - The PeopleÂs Democratic Party met in Thimphu this week in full strength. The 46 candidates, out of 47 constituencies, exchanged views and experiences on the eve of the general elections.
All on the same side
12 December, 2007 - So what is happening in Bhutanese politics? Who is winning? This is not just what every Bhutanese is being asked by friends outside, it is what we are all asking each other. And, at this stage, it appears that not many observers are ready to place their bets, mostly because we do not quite understand our electoral politics as well as we should.
Procedural lapses disqualify postal ballot applicants
12 December, 2007 - Dzongkhag election officials have rejected hundreds of civil servant applications for postal ballots on the grounds that their names were not reflected on the eligible postal voter list and that their applications were not properly filled up.
PDP files counter complaint
12 December, 2007 - Members of the PeopleÂs Democratic Party (PDP) in Pemagatsel submitted a written complaint to dzongkhag authorities and election officials, accusing Druk Phuensum TshogpaÂs Pemagatsel candidate, Dasho Zangley Dukpa, of bribery.
I did not bribe anyone
12 December, 2007 - The PeopleÂs Democratic PartyÂs candidate from Nanong-Schumar-Zobel constituency, Jigme Drukpa, has refuted the bribery allegations made by members of the Druk Phuensum Tshogpa saying that it was all baseless and a blatant lie.
Bhutan make it (and some!) to semi-finals
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| Captain Jigme Singye puts up fine all-round performance |
ACC U-15 Challenge Cup12 December, 2007 - The idyllic Prem Oval in Chiang Mai canÂt have seen many better innings in its two and a half-year existence than BhutanÂs Jigme SingyeÂs against China in the ACC U-15 Challenge Cup. He was the difference between the two sides as China fought hard in their defense of 113.
In A State Of Denial
11 December, 2007 - February 19 - evening in
Mongar High School: I had reported to school early and was feeling the pangs of hunger. On my way towards the canteen for a cuppa tea, I saw a young girl coming my way.
Given a wish. what would it be?
contd.
11 December, 2007 - September 11, 2001 is an
important date in world history. The biggest buildings in America were razed to the ground in minutes.The news was sad to all but a few. This minority makes up a devilÂs workshop. Every step they take is to gain attention through massive, indiscriminate destruction.
Trashigang campaign only just warming up
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| A single poster says it all |
11 December, 2007 - After a week into the National Council campaign period, voters of Trashigang are yet to get a real feel of their candidates campaign.
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