Archive for February, 2008
U.S. Resettlement Offer For Bhutanese Refugees (Scoop.co.nz)
According to Bhutan’s State media on 21 February 2008, the Bhutanese security forces arrested eight people from the Nepali speaking minority in Bhutan. They were detained in connection with a series of bombings apparently aimed at disrupting the forthcoming elections.
Je Khenpo on first tour of the year (Kuensel)
1 March, 2008 - In the first major religious tour of the male earth rat year, His Holiness the 70th Je Khenpo, Trulku Jigme Chhoeda, left Punakha Dzong yesterday to visit eastern and central Bhutan on a 40-day programme.
Feb 29, 2008 (Current (Public Broadcasting))
Excuse me, what is that music you play when you read the stock figures? While WNYC’s Andrea Bernstein is tutoring journalists in Bhutan (earlier item), Marketplace reporter Lisa Napoli has a Bhutanese radio producer shadowing her while she subs as morning host for the APM business newscast.
Bhutan haven for Maoists, N-E ultras (Hindustan Times)
Democracy has its downside. That’s what monarchial Bhutan is finding out along the porous 605 km border it shares with India. So are the Indian states bordering the Himalayan country, specially militancy-scarred Assam.
Royal Bhutan Army Goes On Arrest Spree In Bhutan (Scoop.co.nz)
As reported the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) in Sarbhang like in ninety’s started crackdown in the villages and arresting people on suspicion of allegedly helping the so called militants and also keeping or meeting relatives from the refugee camps in Nepal.
Bhutanese monks to perform ritual dance in Honolulu (Honolulu Advertiser)
As part of the opening of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan,” every day this week at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., monks will perform Cham, the Buddhist ritual dances of Bhutan, in Central Court at the Honolulu Academy of Arts.
Kasautii stars are Bhutanese heart-throbs (Hindustan Times)
Kasauti Zindagi Kay , a popular TV serial from soap queen Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms, is being replaced by another serial Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil in March.
Broadbandâs narrow appeal (Kuensel)
28 February, 2008 - A total of 180 people have subscribed to Bhutan Telecom Limitedâs dial-up broadband services launched earlier this month, far less than what Telecom officials expected.
Fire season sparks off (Kuensel)
1 March, 2008 - A 300-year-old lhakhang was razed to the ground by a forest, fire that started 11:30 on Thursday, above Satsam Chorten in Paro, and has still not been brought under control.
Vigilant guard foils inside job (Kuensel)
27 February, 2008 - The Bhutan Power Corporation limited (BPCL) has suspended 15 employees for attempting to lift steel material from their storehouse in Jungshina, Thimphu on January 31. Of the 15, four were working on a daily wage system, while the rest were technicians.
We want more
1 March, 2008 - With the general election drawing closer, the stress level among politicians appears to be rising, and the exchange of allegations is flowing faster. But, at this stage, we would like to think that it is more of a bark than a bite.
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| ParoÂs burnt out skeleton of once proud Dogsum lhakhang |
1 March, 2008 - A 300-year-old lhakhang was razed to the ground by a forest, fire that started 11:30 on Thursday, above Satsam Chorten in Paro, and has still not been brought under control.
Sangay Ngedup: PDP giving confidence to the people
1 March, 2008 - The president of the PeopleÂs Democratic Party, Sangay Ngedup, made his first visit to the south-eastern dzongkhag of Samdrup Jongkhar this week, generating much excitement among voters. Ardent PDP supporters feel that the visit would help the party maintain its support in the 11 gewogs of the dzongkhag.
Jigmi Thinley: DPT not promoting fear
1 March, 2008 - The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) president, Jigmi Y Thinley, in response to the allegation that he was using fear tactics to win votes, said that it was untrue and he was merely making voters aware of the pitfalls that may lay on the path to democracy in Bhutan. He said he has never attacked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
A furore over ÂfearÂ
1 March, 2008 - The Druk Phuensum TshogpaÂs dzongkhag coordinators in Trongsa say that they are ready to bear the consequences if it can be proven that their party has been promoting fear among voters, as alleged by PDP supporters in Trongsa.
Je Khenpo on first tour of the year
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1 March, 2008 - In the first major religious tour of the male earth rat year, His Holiness the 70th Je Khenpo, Trulku Jigme Chhoeda, left Punakha Dzong yesterday to visit eastern and central Bhutan on a 40-day programme.
SC complex - Back to square one?
Government takes over; private sector cries foul
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| The location of the contentious Supreme Court complex construction |
29 February, 2008 - The construction of the Supreme Court complex in Thimphu, which has been embroiled in delays and controversy over the bidding process for the past year, will now be undertaken by the government, say judiciary officials.
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28 February, 2008 - Gone are the days when we used to ask our carpenters to make furniture for us. With the increase in the number of people in the city, furniture showrooms have sprouted, supplying one with an array of furniture in all kinds of designs.
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28 February, 2008 - Kalpana Rai, 24, from Sibsoo, Samtse, has been working with Shang-ri-la Bhutan furniture house for two years now. This is what she has to say about working in the furnishing business.
1. When was the furniture house opened?
It has been about two years now.
Neutral observers begin to arrive
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| Bhutanese hired by the EU mission monitor TV for information on time and tone of coverage given to political candidates |
ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS 28 February, 2008 - Members of an Euro-pean Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) team have arrived in Thimphu to observe and assess the run up to the National Assembly election and the March 24 poll day.
U.S. Resettlement Offer For Bhutanese Refugees (Scoop.co.nz)
According to Bhutan’s State media on 21 February 2008, the Bhutanese security forces arrested eight people from the Nepali speaking minority in Bhutan. They were detained in connection with a series of bombings apparently aimed at disrupting the forthcoming elections.
Bhutan haven for Maoists, N-E ultras (Hindustan Times)
Democracy has its downside. That’s what monarchial Bhutan is finding out along the porous 605 km border it shares with India. So are the Indian states bordering the Himalayan country, specially militancy-scarred Assam.
Royal Bhutan Army Goes On Arrest Spree In Bhutan (Scoop.co.nz)
As reported the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) in Sarbhang like in ninety’s started crackdown in the villages and arresting people on suspicion of allegedly helping the so called militants and also keeping or meeting relatives from the refugee camps in Nepal.
Bhutanese monks to perform ritual dance in Honolulu (Honolulu Advertiser)
As part of the opening of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan,” every day this week at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., monks will perform Cham, the Buddhist ritual dances of Bhutan, in Central Court at the Honolulu Academy of Arts.
Kasautii stars are Bhutanese heart-throbs (Hindustan Times)
Kasauti Zindagi Kay , a popular TV serial from soap queen Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms, is being replaced by another serial Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil in March.
Broadbandâs narrow appeal (Kuensel)
28 February, 2008 - A total of 180 people have subscribed to Bhutan Telecom Limitedâs dial-up broadband services launched earlier this month, far less than what Telecom officials expected.
Vigilant guard foils inside job (Kuensel)
27 February, 2008 - The Bhutan Power Corporation limited (BPCL) has suspended 15 employees for attempting to lift steel material from their storehouse in Jungshina, Thimphu on January 31. Of the 15, four were working on a daily wage system, while the rest were technicians.
The guide to luxury Bhutan (Times Online)
It was a disturbing scene. Three half-naked men, all wearing hideous carved masks, were running towards me, brandishing wooden phalluses the size of monkey wrenches. On my right, a shaven-headed monk mumbled a monotone mantra while striking a pair of discordant cymbals.
Folklife Festival to Feature Texas, NASA and Bhutan (WTOP Radio Network)
This year’s festival will feature the food music and wine of the Lone Star state. It also celebrate NASA’s 50th anniversary and will explore the arts and crafts of the Himalayan country Bhutan.
Top Scoops (Scoop.co.nz)
Nai Xin Xue Arrested In Atlanta / Winston Peters Vs. Media / Telecom Vs. Separation/ Kyoto Vs. Foresters & Farmers / Cuba & Tourism / Housing Rights & Katrina Victims / Bhutan Refugees / Kenya Breakthrough / Hallmark/Westland / Exxon & McCain.
SC complex - Back to square one?
Government takes over; private sector cries foul
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| The location of the contentious Supreme Court complex construction |
29 February, 2008 - The construction of the Supreme Court complex in Thimphu, which has been embroiled in delays and controversy over the bidding process for the past year, will now be undertaken by the government, say judiciary officials.
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28 February, 2008 - Gone are the days when we used to ask our carpenters to make furniture for us. With the increase in the number of people in the city, furniture showrooms have sprouted, supplying one with an array of furniture in all kinds of designs.
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28 February, 2008 - Kalpana Rai, 24, from Sibsoo, Samtse, has been working with Shang-ri-la Bhutan furniture house for two years now. This is what she has to say about working in the furnishing business.
1. When was the furniture house opened?
It has been about two years now.
Neutral observers begin to arrive
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| Bhutanese hired by the EU mission monitor TV for information on time and tone of coverage given to political candidates |
ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS 28 February, 2008 - Members of an Euro-pean Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) team have arrived in Thimphu to observe and assess the run up to the National Assembly election and the March 24 poll day.
From P/ling to Paro, by prostration
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| The Niceman Cometh: Shedding bad karma along his arduous way |
28 February, 2008 - It’s got be pure devotion and determination that has driven a 38-year-old tour guide to do what he doing; prostrating a distance of 200 km plus to wash away bad karma and attain enlightenment in the next life.
Tseri curtailed by red tape
28 February, 2008 - Zhemgang farmers are worried their paddy yield may be affected this year because they are not being allowed to create nurseries for paddy seedlings like they have always done.
STCBÂs record Toyota sales
28 February, 2008 - Bhutan imported 265 Toyota vehicles in 2007 alone and in the process helped generate sales revenue of Nu 840 million, the highest in years, for the state trading corporation of Bhutan (STCB).
BroadbandÂs narrow appeal
28 February, 2008 - A total of 180 people have subscribed to Bhutan Telecom LimitedÂs dial-up broadband services launched earlier this month, far less than what Telecom officials expected.
Allegations fly thick and fast …
27 February, 2008 - The PeopleÂs Democratic Party has alleged that the Druk Phuensum Tshogpa president, Jigmi Y Thinley, had made defamatory statements against PDP during his recent campaign meetings in Trongsa and Zhemgang.
… Investigations follow slowly
27 February, 2008 - The Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) are contemplating an allegation against a PeopleÂs Democratic Party candidate for distributing a document to make the Druk Phuensum Tshogpa president unpopular among voters.
Bhutan haven for Maoists, N-E ultras (Hindustan Times)
Democracy has its downside. That’s what monarchial Bhutan is finding out along the porous 605 km border it shares with India. So are the Indian states bordering the Himalayan country, specially militancy-scarred Assam.
The guide to luxury Bhutan (Times Online)
It was a disturbing scene. Three half-naked men, all wearing hideous carved masks, were running towards me, brandishing wooden phalluses the size of monkey wrenches. On my right, a shaven-headed monk mumbled a monotone mantra while striking a pair of discordant cymbals.
Vigilant guard foils inside job (Kuensel)
27 February, 2008 - The Bhutan Power Corporation limited (BPCL) has suspended 15 employees for attempting to lift steel material from their storehouse in Jungshina, Thimphu on January 31. Of the 15, four were working on a daily wage system, while the rest were technicians.
Folklife Festival to Feature Texas, NASA and Bhutan (WTOP Radio Network)
This year’s festival will feature the food music and wine of the Lone Star state. It also celebrate NASA’s 50th anniversary and will explore the arts and crafts of the Himalayan country Bhutan.
A rights groups criticises Bhutan govt for action against minorities (Nepalnews. com)
A report by a rights group has criticised the Druk regime in Bhutan for a spate of crackdown and arrest of minorities.
Bhutan: Start Of Government Crackdown (Scoop.co.nz)
Like in early ninetyâs, the Royal Government of Bhutan (RGOB) started crackdown in Bhutan.
Landlines go under - cellulars soar (Kuensel)
26 February, 2008 - Before Ugyen left for Lobesa, Punakha, on an official assignment, he checked to see if the email connection on his computer was working. His plan was to email his document rather than fax it.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
A Kingdom in the Mountains Shares Its Secrets (New York Times)
Rounding up artifacts and traditions from the remote country of Bhutan for an exhibition took a years-long effort from a team of experts.
Scholarship criterion constant
27 February, 2008 - Education officials have said that students, applying for government undergraduate scholarships in professional studies outside the country, will need a minimum score of 55 percent in English, refuting rumours that the qualifying mark had been reduced.
ItÂs back to (school for) the future
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27 February, 2008 - 160,000 children returned to schools on Monday for the start of another academic session
Vigilant guard foils inside job
27 February, 2008 - The Bhutan Power Corporation limited (BPCL) has suspended 15 employees for attempting to lift steel material from their storehouse in Jungshina, Thimphu on January 31. Of the 15, four were working on a daily wage system, while the rest were technicians.
ÂDragonÂs gift opens in Honolulu
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| The 7th to 8th century seated goddess, Kongtsedemo |
27 February, 2008 - About 5,000 islanders of Honolulu got an insight into Bhutan when the ÂDragonÂs Gift: the Sacred Arts of BhutanÂ, one of the most highly anticipated exhibition on Buddhist arts formally opened to the public yesterday at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, USA.
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27 February, 2008 - Yonphula airstrip, also a favourite Sherubtsean picnic spot, gets spruced up. (For future domestic flights?)
Sharing treasures
27 February, 2008 - Bhutan, in all its beauty and sacred grandeur, is being introduced to the world, beginning in the United States this week. ÂThe DragonÂs GiftÂ, the largest exhibition of rare Bhutanese artifacts put together so far, is expected to give viewers an insight into Bhutanese culture and spiritual heritage, as well as an idea of the history that the kingdom has preserved.
Landlines go under - cellulars soar
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26 February, 2008 - Before Ugyen left for Lobesa, Punakha, on an official assignment, he checked to see if the email connection on his computer was working. His plan was to email his document rather than fax it.
Necessity, the mother of invention
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| Devi Charan with his brainwave |
26 February, 2008 - Unlike in the past, Devi Charan Baraily does not have to strain his eyes studying for his exams under a dimly lit kerosene lamp or find his nostrils soot-stained in the morning from the smoke arising from the lamp.
Thimphu's changing cityspace
Redefining traditional architecture with modern expression
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25 February, 2008 - ThimphuÂs face is changing.
Yes, there are still long rows of matchbox-like houses, that seem to be built purely for rental income at minimum cost, but there are also many new structures where some thought seems to have gone into aesthetics. You can see this as you stroll along Norzin Lam, ThimphuÂs main thoroughfare.
Then I Saw Her Face
The wide sun twinkles
behind willow branches,
which sway gently in the late afternoon breeze. A group of sparrows twitters from out of sight. In the distance, a horse neighs twice and another reciprocates faintly as if in a dream. Then dogs start to howl. I pull the blanket over my head, trying to shut them out; sleep is an expensive affair.
The guide to luxury Bhutan (Times Online)
It was a disturbing scene. Three half-naked men, all wearing hideous carved masks, were running towards me, brandishing wooden phalluses the size of monkey wrenches. On my right, a shaven-headed monk mumbled a monotone mantra while striking a pair of discordant cymbals.
A rights groups criticises Bhutan govt for action against minorities (Nepalnews. com)
A report by a rights group has criticised the Druk regime in Bhutan for a spate of crackdown and arrest of minorities.
Bhutan: Start Of Government Crackdown (Scoop.co.nz)
Like in early ninetyâs, the Royal Government of Bhutan (RGOB) started crackdown in Bhutan.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Landlines go under - cellulars soar (Kuensel)
26 February, 2008 - Before Ugyen left for Lobesa, Punakha, on an official assignment, he checked to see if the email connection on his computer was working. His plan was to email his document rather than fax it.
A Kingdom in the Mountains Shares Its Secrets (New York Times)
Rounding up artifacts and traditions from the remote country of Bhutan for an exhibition took a years-long effort from a team of experts.
23,000 Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal seek re-settlement (People’s Daily)
Country Representative of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Nepal Daisy Dell has said that over 23,000 Bhutanese refugees have applied for third country resettlement till now, local media reported on Sunday. S …
The dragon’s gift (Honolulu Advertiser)
Flying into Bhutan is an exhilarating, and at the same time frightening, experience, thanks to the gusting winds. Surrounded by high mountains on either side, the Druk Air plane descends from the clouds through a narrow passage onto the tarmac, 7,300 feet above sea level. Landing alive feels like an accomplishment â as does the experience of touring this cheerful, colorful country.
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Landlines go under - cellulars soar
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26 February, 2008 - Before Ugyen left for Lobesa, Punakha, on an official assignment, he checked to see if the email connection on his computer was working. His plan was to email his document rather than fax it.
Necessity, the mother of invention
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| Devi Charan with his brainwave |
26 February, 2008 - Unlike in the past, Devi Charan Baraily does not have to strain his eyes studying for his exams under a dimly lit kerosene lamp or find his nostrils soot-stained in the morning from the smoke arising from the lamp.
Thimphu's changing cityspace
Redefining traditional architecture with modern expression
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25 February, 2008 - ThimphuÂs face is changing.
Yes, there are still long rows of matchbox-like houses, that seem to be built purely for rental income at minimum cost, but there are also many new structures where some thought seems to have gone into aesthetics. You can see this as you stroll along Norzin Lam, ThimphuÂs main thoroughfare.
Then I Saw Her Face
The wide sun twinkles
behind willow branches,
which sway gently in the late afternoon breeze. A group of sparrows twitters from out of sight. In the distance, a horse neighs twice and another reciprocates faintly as if in a dream. Then dogs start to howl. I pull the blanket over my head, trying to shut them out; sleep is an expensive affair.
The Future Concern
Once on my way back to
college, I came across an unearthly scene, which cannot be imagined. There was no movement of vehicles and every road was filled with the cries of a mob. Yes, it was a wildcat strike!
Hydropower - 6,000 MW by 2020
10TH PLAN DRAFT 25 February, 2008 - If Bhutan were to generate 6,000 MW by 2020 it would require adding, every year, a Chukha project to generate 346 MW of power, for the next 12 years, according to the draft 10th Plan document.
Mandarin production and prices hit new high
25 February, 2008 - With the orange season nearing its end, a total of 17,208.084 metric tonnes of Mandarin were exported to Bangladesh and 1,395.207 metric tonnes to India as of February 19, according to records maintained by the Bhutan Agricultural Food Regulatory Authority (BAFRA).
New resource allocation mechanism
25 February, 2008 - Resource allocations to local governments will take into account population, food security, environment and gewog size, according to the Draft 10th Plan document, to ensure that allocations are more objective, unbiased and systematic.
Centennial - the latest FM
25 February, 2008 - FM listeners in Thimphu valley should have one more channel, the fourth, to tune into with Centennial RadioÂs 101 FM to go on air in the first week of March.
Pregnancy complications top indoor morbidity
HEALTH BULLETIN 2007 25 February, 2008 - More than 43,000 patients were admitted for over 280,000 man -days in 29 hospitals, 176 basic health units (BHU) and 514 outreach clinics (ORC) spread across the country, show records compiled by the health ministry from each of the health institutions in 20 dzongkhags.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
A Kingdom in the Mountains Shares Its Secrets (New York Times)
Rounding up artifacts and traditions from the remote country of Bhutan for an exhibition took a years-long effort from a team of experts.
23,000 Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal seek re-settlement (People’s Daily)
Country Representative of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Nepal Daisy Dell has said that over 23,000 Bhutanese refugees have applied for third country resettlement till now, local media reported on Sunday. S …
The dragon’s gift (Honolulu Advertiser)
Flying into Bhutan is an exhilarating, and at the same time frightening, experience, thanks to the gusting winds. Surrounded by high mountains on either side, the Druk Air plane descends from the clouds through a narrow passage onto the tarmac, 7,300 feet above sea level. Landing alive feels like an accomplishment â as does the experience of touring this cheerful, colorful country.
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Bhutan’s sacred treasures (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Time might not be a luxury we all can afford, but in the case of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Art of Bhutan,” time — and lots of it — was integral to the caliber of the groundbreaking exhibition.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (Central Chronicle)
London, Feb 22: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears (AP via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
Troops in the isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan captured at least eight communist rebels over a series of bombings that were apparently intended to disrupt coming elections, an official said Thursday.
Centennial - the latest FM (Kuensel)
25 February, 2008 - FM listeners in Thimphu valley should have one more channel, the fourth, to tune into with Centennial Radioâs 101 FM to go on air in the first week of March.
Thimphu's changing cityspace
Redefining traditional architecture with modern expression
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25 February, 2008 - ThimphuÂs face is changing.
Yes, there are still long rows of matchbox-like houses, that seem to be built purely for rental income at minimum cost, but there are also many new structures where some thought seems to have gone into aesthetics. You can see this as you stroll along Norzin Lam, ThimphuÂs main thoroughfare.
Then I Saw Her Face
The wide sun twinkles
behind willow branches,
which sway gently in the late afternoon breeze. A group of sparrows twitters from out of sight. In the distance, a horse neighs twice and another reciprocates faintly as if in a dream. Then dogs start to howl. I pull the blanket over my head, trying to shut them out; sleep is an expensive affair.
The Future Concern
Once on my way back to
college, I came across an unearthly scene, which cannot be imagined. There was no movement of vehicles and every road was filled with the cries of a mob. Yes, it was a wildcat strike!
Hydropower - 6,000 MW by 2020
10TH PLAN DRAFT 25 February, 2008 - If Bhutan were to generate 6,000 MW by 2020 it would require adding, every year, a Chukha project to generate 346 MW of power, for the next 12 years, according to the draft 10th Plan document.
Mandarin production and prices hit new high
25 February, 2008 - With the orange season nearing its end, a total of 17,208.084 metric tonnes of Mandarin were exported to Bangladesh and 1,395.207 metric tonnes to India as of February 19, according to records maintained by the Bhutan Agricultural Food Regulatory Authority (BAFRA).
New resource allocation mechanism
25 February, 2008 - Resource allocations to local governments will take into account population, food security, environment and gewog size, according to the Draft 10th Plan document, to ensure that allocations are more objective, unbiased and systematic.
Centennial - the latest FM
25 February, 2008 - FM listeners in Thimphu valley should have one more channel, the fourth, to tune into with Centennial RadioÂs 101 FM to go on air in the first week of March.
Pregnancy complications top indoor morbidity
HEALTH BULLETIN 2007 25 February, 2008 - More than 43,000 patients were admitted for over 280,000 man -days in 29 hospitals, 176 basic health units (BHU) and 514 outreach clinics (ORC) spread across the country, show records compiled by the health ministry from each of the health institutions in 20 dzongkhags.
Slugfest in Zhemgang
25 February, 2008 - PeopleÂs Democratic Party (PDP) workers in Zhemgang have accused the Upper Kheng Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) candidate of bribing voters after he distributed shirts and caps with the DPT logo to some villagers.
Big cat beaten back
25 February, 2008 - Mongar town is abuzz with news of how a 39-year-old man of Nyamla village in Drepong fended off an attack by a tigress on the morning of February 19.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
A Kingdom in the Mountains Shares Its Secrets (New York Times)
Rounding up artifacts and traditions from the remote country of Bhutan for an exhibition took a years-long effort from a team of experts.
23,000 Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal seek re-settlement (People’s Daily)
Country Representative of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Nepal Daisy Dell has said that over 23,000 Bhutanese refugees have applied for third country resettlement till now, local media reported on Sunday. S …
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Bhutan’s sacred treasures (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Time might not be a luxury we all can afford, but in the case of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Art of Bhutan,” time — and lots of it — was integral to the caliber of the groundbreaking exhibition.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (Central Chronicle)
London, Feb 22: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears (AP via Yahoo! Singapore News)
Troops in the isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan captured at least eight communist rebels over a series of bombings that were apparently intended to disrupt coming elections, an official said Thursday.
Maoist threat: security tightened along Assam-Bhutan border (Calcutta News)
The Assam government has tightened security along its border with Bhutan and expressed serious concern over reports that Maoist rebels from Nepal were going through the state to enter Bhutan and set up bases in the Himalayan kingdom.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (The Times of India)
LONDON: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
ECB must take action: DPT president
23 February, 2008 - The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) president, Jigmi Y Thinley, said that his party was Âfrustrated with the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) for not taking just action on the several objections they have raised against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He said ECB was not proactive.
28th birth anniversary of His Majesty The King Jigme Khesar
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Thimphu students celebrate the 28th birth anniversary of His Majesty King Jigme Khesar at the Royal Bhutan Police sports ground on February 21. His MajestyÂs birthday was celebrated in all the 20 dzongkhags. Schools and institutions were closed on 21, 22 and 23 February to mark the occasion.
Campaign off to a lively start
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| PDP President Sangay Ngedup addresses the gathering |
23 February, 2008 - The PeopleÂs Democratic Party rallied at the clock tower square in Thimphu on the afternoon of February 21 to launch its election campaign and drew the attention of hundreds of Thimphu city residents as party messages were interspersed with entertainment programmes by local singers and performers.
PDP promises economic progress
23 February, 2008 - Economic progress that enables every Bhutanese to pursue happiness and enjoy well being is what the PeopleÂs Democratic PartyÂs manifesto promises if it is elected to power.
Reverence lies inside
23 February, 2008 - In 1986, when we first started publishing Kuensel as a newspaper, several people suggested that we do not print photographs of Lams and the King. The reason was that people throw away newspapers after they read them and there was the risk that these sacred images could be thrown into drains, on the streets, and other unholy places.
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22 February, 2008 - Fingers tapping to ÂHighway Star on full volume you are cruising at 70 kilometres an hour zooming past other slow coaches when suddenly a truck appears to be heading your way on a one to one collision course.
The power-tiller: An agent of change in agriculture
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| ÂWe are happy to see that our assistance is helping the development of agriculture …Â |
22 February, 2008 - Spring is not far away and the villagers of Gatana, Paro know it well. But the farmers are not in a hurry - they know they will finish their work well in time.
ADB lends business
21 February, 2008 - The Asian Development Bank has extended a grant of US$ 15 million to create an enabling environment for the vibrant development of micro, small and medium size enterprises in the country.
EU to commit 14m euros
21 February, 2008 - The European CommissionÂs (EC) has indicated that it was likely to commit 14 million euros as assistance to Bhutan for the renewable natural resources sector, good governance and trade facilitation projects from 2007 to 2013, under a multi-annual indicative programme (MIP).
Sherubtse to ensure accommodation for all
21 February, 2008 - It could be good news for parents but bad news for house-owners in Kanglung, Trashigang.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Bhutan’s sacred treasures (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Time might not be a luxury we all can afford, but in the case of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Art of Bhutan,” time — and lots of it — was integral to the caliber of the groundbreaking exhibition.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (Central Chronicle)
London, Feb 22: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears (AP via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
Troops in the isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan captured at least eight communist rebels over a series of bombings that were apparently intended to disrupt coming elections, an official said Thursday.
Maoist threat: security tightened along Assam-Bhutan border (Calcutta News)
The Assam government has tightened security along its border with Bhutan and expressed serious concern over reports that Maoist rebels from Nepal were going through the state to enter Bhutan and set up bases in the Himalayan kingdom.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (The Times of India)
LONDON: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
28th birth anniversary of His Majesty The King Jigme Khesar (Kuensel)
Thimphu students celebrate the 28th birth anniversary of His Majesty King Jigme Khesar at the Royal Bhutan Police sports ground on February 21. His Majestyâs birthday was celebrated in all the 20 dzongkhags. Schools and institutions were closed on 21, 22 and 23 February to mark the occasion.
Maoist threat: security tightened along Assam-Bhutan border (New Kerala)
Guwahati, Feb 22 : The Assam government has tightened security along its border with Bhutan and expressed serious concern over reports that Maoist rebels from Nepal were going through the state to enter Bhutan and set up bases in the Himalayan kingdom.
ECB must take action: DPT president
23 February, 2008 - The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) president, Jigmi Y Thinley, said that his party was Âfrustrated with the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) for not taking just action on the several objections they have raised against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He said ECB was not proactive.
28th birth anniversary of His Majesty The King Jigme Khesar
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Thimphu students celebrate the 28th birth anniversary of His Majesty King Jigme Khesar at the Royal Bhutan Police sports ground on February 21. His MajestyÂs birthday was celebrated in all the 20 dzongkhags. Schools and institutions were closed on 21, 22 and 23 February to mark the occasion.
Campaign off to a lively start
|
| PDP President Sangay Ngedup addresses the gathering |
23 February, 2008 - The PeopleÂs Democratic Party rallied at the clock tower square in Thimphu on the afternoon of February 21 to launch its election campaign and drew the attention of hundreds of Thimphu city residents as party messages were interspersed with entertainment programmes by local singers and performers.
PDP promises economic progress
23 February, 2008 - Economic progress that enables every Bhutanese to pursue happiness and enjoy well being is what the PeopleÂs Democratic PartyÂs manifesto promises if it is elected to power.
Reverence lies inside
23 February, 2008 - In 1986, when we first started publishing Kuensel as a newspaper, several people suggested that we do not print photographs of Lams and the King. The reason was that people throw away newspapers after they read them and there was the risk that these sacred images could be thrown into drains, on the streets, and other unholy places.
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22 February, 2008 - Fingers tapping to ÂHighway Star on full volume you are cruising at 70 kilometres an hour zooming past other slow coaches when suddenly a truck appears to be heading your way on a one to one collision course.
The power-tiller: An agent of change in agriculture
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| ÂWe are happy to see that our assistance is helping the development of agriculture …Â |
22 February, 2008 - Spring is not far away and the villagers of Gatana, Paro know it well. But the farmers are not in a hurry - they know they will finish their work well in time.
ADB lends business
21 February, 2008 - The Asian Development Bank has extended a grant of US$ 15 million to create an enabling environment for the vibrant development of micro, small and medium size enterprises in the country.
EU to commit 14m euros
21 February, 2008 - The European CommissionÂs (EC) has indicated that it was likely to commit 14 million euros as assistance to Bhutan for the renewable natural resources sector, good governance and trade facilitation projects from 2007 to 2013, under a multi-annual indicative programme (MIP).
Sherubtse to ensure accommodation for all
21 February, 2008 - It could be good news for parents but bad news for house-owners in Kanglung, Trashigang.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Maoist camps busted in Bhutan, eight rebels captured (New Kerala)
By Syed Zarir Hussain, Guwahati, Feb 21 : Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears (AP via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
Troops in the isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan captured at least eight communist rebels over a series of bombings that were apparently intended to disrupt coming elections, an official said Thursday.
Maoist threat: security tightened along Assam-Bhutan border (Calcutta News)
The Assam government has tightened security along its border with Bhutan and expressed serious concern over reports that Maoist rebels from Nepal were going through the state to enter Bhutan and set up bases in the Himalayan kingdom.
EU observation mission to monitor Bhutan polls (The Times of India)
LONDON: A 15-member European Union Election Observation Mission will visit Bhutan to monitor the first general elections to the National Assembly in this Himalayan Kingdom which is scheduled for March 24.
Maoist threat: security tightened along Assam-Bhutan border (New Kerala)
Guwahati, Feb 22 : The Assam government has tightened security along its border with Bhutan and expressed serious concern over reports that Maoist rebels from Nepal were going through the state to enter Bhutan and set up bases in the Himalayan kingdom.
Thursday, February 21, 2008 (Deccan Herald)
Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said on Thursday.
Bhutan purge worries Assam (The Telegraph)
Guwahati/New Delhi, Feb. 21: The advent of democracy in Bhutan has triggered security concerns in Assam.
The power-tiller: An agent of change in agriculture (Kuensel)
22 February, 2008 - Spring is not far away and the villagers of Gatana, Paro know it well. But the farmers are not in a hurry - they know they will finish their work well in time.
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22 February, 2008 - Fingers tapping to ÂHighway Star on full volume you are cruising at 70 kilometres an hour zooming past other slow coaches when suddenly a truck appears to be heading your way on a one to one collision course.
The power-tiller: An agent of change in agriculture
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| ÂWe are happy to see that our assistance is helping the development of agriculture …Â |
22 February, 2008 - Spring is not far away and the villagers of Gatana, Paro know it well. But the farmers are not in a hurry - they know they will finish their work well in time.
ADB lends business
21 February, 2008 - The Asian Development Bank has extended a grant of US$ 15 million to create an enabling environment for the vibrant development of micro, small and medium size enterprises in the country.
EU to commit 14m euros
21 February, 2008 - The European CommissionÂs (EC) has indicated that it was likely to commit 14 million euros as assistance to Bhutan for the renewable natural resources sector, good governance and trade facilitation projects from 2007 to 2013, under a multi-annual indicative programme (MIP).
Sherubtse to ensure accommodation for all
21 February, 2008 - It could be good news for parents but bad news for house-owners in Kanglung, Trashigang.
Only 1 out of 3 makes govt. grade
ClASS XII RESULTS UPDATE 21 February, 2008 - Of the 5,027 students, who appeared in the class XII examinations in 2007, only about 29 percent will get admission into institutes of higher learning, including those who avail government scholarships for professional studies outside the country.
Bull Âhitter busted
21 February, 2008 - Zhemgang police have apprehended a 19-year-old man, Ugyen, from Trong Pam, in connection with the stealing and slaughtering of a bull on February 14.
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20 February, 2008 - His Majesty the King with the Indian Foreign Secretary Mr Shivshankar Menon and the Joint Secretary (north) Mrs Preeti Saran at the Trashichhodzong yesterday. His Majesty granted an audience to Mr Menon, who is on a three-day visit to the kingdom. The Foreign Secretary, accompanied by his wife, left the country today.
Partners express strong support
10TH ROUND TABLE MEETING 20 February, 2008 - Development partners made strong commitments to help Bhutan achieve the goals and objectives of the 10th Five Year Plan during the Tenth Round Table Meeting, which concluded in Thimphu on February 18.
Deadline extended
Postal ballot 20 February, 2008 - The election commission has extended the deadline to receive postal ballot applications to March 1 and the last date to register for a postal ballot to February 25.
Bhutan security forces bust two Maoist militant camps (Islamic Republic News Agency)
India - Bhutan - Crackdown Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and captured at least eight Communist rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said Thursday.
Repression continues in Bhutan (Nepalnews. com)
At least four Nepali-speaking Bhutanese were reportedly killed and eight more have been arrested so far this month by the Bhutanese security forces in operations unleashed against the Bhutan Communist Party Marxist Leninist and Maoist (BCP-MLM) since the latter launched its armed struggle against the Druk regime in Bhutan, say reports.
Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears (AP via Yahoo! Malaysia News)
Troops in the isolated Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan captured at least eight communist rebels over a series of bombings that were apparently intended to disrupt coming elections, an official said Thursday.
Thursday, February 21, 2008 (Deccan Herald)
Bhutan’s security forces have busted two Maoist militant camps and have captured at least eight rebels with weapons in a crackdown that began last week, Bhutanese authorities said on Thursday.
Partners express strong support (Kuensel)
10TH ROUND TABLE MEETING 20 February, 2008 - Development partners made strong commitments to help Bhutan achieve the goals and objectives of the 10th Five Year Plan during the Tenth Round Table Meeting, which concluded in Thimphu on February 18.
Buddhism, Bhutan’s Buddhist art focus of Feb. 24 gathering (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bhutanese Buddhism scholars, representatives from Bhutan and organizers of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan” exhibition at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, will present a symposium at Doris Duke Theatre on Feb. 24.
Sunday, February 17, 2008 (Chennai Online)
Thimphu, Feb 18 The prices of petrol and diesel have shot up in Bhutan, with the country’s trade officials attributing the hike to an increase in dealers’ commission in India.
EU to commit 14m euros (Kuensel)
21 February, 2008 - The European Commissionâs (EC) has indicated that it was likely to commit 14 million euros as assistance to Bhutan for the renewable natural resources sector, good governance and trade facilitation projects from 2007 to 2013, under a multi-annual indicative programme (MIP).
Bhutanese to pay more for petrol, diesel (Hindustan Times)
The prices of petrol and diesel have shot up in Bhutan, with the country’s trade officials attributing the hike to an increase in dealers’ commission in India.
10th RTM in Thimphu (Kuensel)
16 February, 2008 - A wide range of issues, including the 10th Five Year Plan (2008-2013) and its strategies and priorities, will be discussed in the Tenth Round Table Meeting (RTM) to be held in Thimphu from 17-18 February.
ADB lends business
21 February, 2008 - The Asian Development Bank has extended a grant of US$ 15 million to create an enabling environment for the vibrant development of micro, small and medium size enterprises in the country.
EU to commit 14m euros
21 February, 2008 - The European CommissionÂs (EC) has indicated that it was likely to commit 14 million euros as assistance to Bhutan for the renewable natural resources sector, good governance and trade facilitation projects from 2007 to 2013, under a multi-annual indicative programme (MIP).
Sherubtse to ensure accommodation for all
21 February, 2008 - It could be good news for parents but bad news for house-owners in Kanglung, Trashigang.
Only 1 out of 3 makes govt. grade
ClASS XII RESULTS UPDATE 21 February, 2008 - Of the 5,027 students, who appeared in the class XII examinations in 2007, only about 29 percent will get admission into institutes of higher learning, including those who avail government scholarships for professional studies outside the country.
Bull Âhitter busted
21 February, 2008 - Zhemgang police have apprehended a 19-year-old man, Ugyen, from Trong Pam, in connection with the stealing and slaughtering of a bull on February 14.
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20 February, 2008 - His Majesty the King with the Indian Foreign Secretary Mr Shivshankar Menon and the Joint Secretary (north) Mrs Preeti Saran at the Trashichhodzong yesterday. His Majesty granted an audience to Mr Menon, who is on a three-day visit to the kingdom. The Foreign Secretary, accompanied by his wife, left the country today.
Partners express strong support
10TH ROUND TABLE MEETING 20 February, 2008 - Development partners made strong commitments to help Bhutan achieve the goals and objectives of the 10th Five Year Plan during the Tenth Round Table Meeting, which concluded in Thimphu on February 18.
Deadline extended
Postal ballot 20 February, 2008 - The election commission has extended the deadline to receive postal ballot applications to March 1 and the last date to register for a postal ballot to February 25.
About quality of life
20 February, 2008 - This year, as we spruce up the capital city, main highways, and human habitat, it is a good time to think about the overall quality of our urban centres. Basic infrastructure and services are critical for survival in a city but Gross National Happiness demands more.
RICBL in damage control mode
20 February, 2008 - The board of the Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Ltd. (RICBL) has said that it will deliberate and decide on appropriate action to be taken against employees involved in the misappropriation of more than Nu 15 million as revealed by the special supplementary audit report.
Partners express strong support (Kuensel)
10TH ROUND TABLE MEETING 20 February, 2008 - Development partners made strong commitments to help Bhutan achieve the goals and objectives of the 10th Five Year Plan during the Tenth Round Table Meeting, which concluded in Thimphu on February 18.
Buddhism, Bhutan’s Buddhist art focus of Feb. 24 gathering (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bhutanese Buddhism scholars, representatives from Bhutan and organizers of “The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan” exhibition at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, will present a symposium at Doris Duke Theatre on Feb. 24.
Sunday, February 17, 2008 (Chennai Online)
Thimphu, Feb 18 The prices of petrol and diesel have shot up in Bhutan, with the country’s trade officials attributing the hike to an increase in dealers’ commission in India.
Bhutanese to pay more for petrol, diesel (Hindustan Times)
The prices of petrol and diesel have shot up in Bhutan, with the country’s trade officials attributing the hike to an increase in dealers’ commission in India.
10th RTM in Thimphu (Kuensel)
16 February, 2008 - A wide range of issues, including the 10th Five Year Plan (2008-2013) and its strategies and priorities, will be discussed in the Tenth Round Table Meeting (RTM) to be held in Thimphu from 17-18 February.
The Year of the Female Hog (Kuensel)
Yearender : Part II Sports One of the most talked about sporting moments of the Hog year was Karma Wangchuk, a caddie and a class-V drop-out, winning the India House Maruti Golf Tournament.
The Year of the Female Hog (Kuensel)
18 February, 2008 - When we look back at the year just gone by, the most memorable image that stays on our minds is the moment when His Majesty the fourth Druk Gyalpo greeted His Majesty the King on National Day. Their Majesties bowed to each other, their Royal Scarves lowered in the traditional gesture of respect.
RICBL in damage control mode (Kuensel)
20 February, 2008 - The board of the Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Ltd. (RICBL) has said that it will deliberate and decide on appropriate action to be taken against employees involved in the misappropriation of more than Nu 15 million as revealed by the special supplementary audit report.
Anna Ford’s heaven on earth (Daily Telegraph)
Broadcaster Anna Ford loves the other-worldy feeling of Bhutan and the palpable sense of peace that hangs over the tiny kingdom.
Underdog or dark horse? (Kuensel)
20 February, 2008 - TV viewers across the country finally got a glimpse of Tshering Penjor, the DPT candidate contesting against PDP president, Sangay Ngedup, from Kabji-Talo constituency when their debate held on February 16 was broadcast yesterday.
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20 February, 2008 - His Majesty the King with the Indian Foreign Secretary Mr Shivshankar Menon and the Joint Secretary (north) Mrs Preeti Saran at the Trashichhodzong yesterday. His Majesty granted an audience to Mr Menon, who is on a three-day visit to the kingdom. The Foreign Secretary, accompanied by his wife, left the country today.
Partners express strong support
10TH ROUND TABLE MEETING 20 February, 2008 - Development partners made strong commitments to help Bhutan achieve the goals and objectives of the 10th Five Year Plan during the Tenth Round Table Meeting, which concluded in Thimphu on February 18.
Deadline extended
Postal ballot 20 February, 2008 - The election commission has extended the deadline to receive postal ballot applications to March 1 and the last date to register for a postal ballot to February 25.
About quality of life
20 February, 2008 - This year, as we spruce up the capital city, main highways, and human habitat, it is a good time to think about the overall quality of our urban centres. Basic infrastructure and services are critical for survival in a city but Gross National Happiness demands more.
RICBL in damage control mode
20 February, 2008 - The board of the Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Ltd. (RICBL) has said that it will deliberate and decide on appropriate action to be taken against employees involved in the misappropriation of more than Nu 15 million as revealed by the special supplementary audit report.
6 years for student rape
20 February, 2008 - A community school principal, who was found guilty of having an illicit relationship with one of his students and impregnating her, has been sentenced to six years in prison by the Gelephu dungkhag court.
The choice is yours
COMMENTARY 20 February, 2008 - After waiting for months we are now getting an insight  at least the official insight - into the thinking of our two political parties. SundayÂs debate between PDPÂs Dorji Choden and DPTÂs Yeshey Zimba brought out some of the priorities of the two parties as well as an idea of how they perceive each otherÂs strengths and weaknesses.
Underdog or dark horse?
20 February, 2008 - TV viewers across the country finally got a glimpse of Tshering Penjor, the DPT candidate contesting against PDP president, Sangay Ngedup, from Kabji-Talo constituency when their debate held on February 16 was broadcast yesterday.
4.5b to boost civil service
TENTH PLAN DRAFT 20 February, 2008 - With the theme Âenhancing good governance in pursuit of Gross National Happiness, the draft 10th plan has earmarked Nu 4.5 billion for strengthening the human resource capacity of the civil service.
Top priority to roads, transport, power
TENTH PLAN DRAFT 20 February, 2008 - Of the seven broad development themes in the draft 10th plan document, which will be discussed and approved by the new parliament, the highest budget allocation, Nu 20.465 billion, is for building and maintenance of national highways, roads to hydropower projects, new power transmission lines and development of air and surface transport.
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