From the Incas to the kewa datshi (Kuensel)
15 February, 2008 - In concluding the series on potato in Bhutan, we look at how potato is seen in the Bhutanese print media. The discussion is largely based on what was printed in the three Bhutanese newspapers during the year 2007.

India to propose amendments in Asian Highway routes (New Kerala)
New Delhi, Feb 14 : The Union Cabinet today gave its approval for proposing to the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific of the United Nations (UNESCAP) to link Bhutan by extending the Asian Highway-48.

India to seek changes in two Asian Highways (New Kerala)
New Delhi, Feb 14 : India Thursday decided to propose to a UN agency to extend two Asian Highways (AH) for better connectivity with Bhutan, Bangladesh and Nepal.

Wild ginseng grows endangered (Kuensel)
14 February, 2008 - It has been used in traditional Bhutanese medicine and in many Asian cultures as a nourishing stimulant to increase mental and physical efficiency, lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels and also to address sexual dysfunction in men.

Museum and Gallery Listings (New York Times)
Selective listings from art critics of The New York Times.

5,000 mile long ‘genetic corridor’ to help in conservation of tigers (New Kerala)
Washington, Feb 14 : The Wildlife Conservation Society and the Panthera Foundation have announced plans to establish a 5,000 mile-long “genetic corridor” from Bhutan to Burma, which would be the next step in saving the rapidly declining tiger populations.

mechanical marvel: paro is the perfect pal (The News-Press)
The words “cuddly” and “robot” may be an awkward match, but no one tells that to Paro the robotic seal as they scratch his furry white head.

DPT lays its cards on the table (Kuensel)
13 February, 2008 - The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa promises ‘growth with equity and justice’ if elected on March 24 to form the first government in a democratic Bhutan.

Kurichhu shutdown to catch up on maintenance (Kuensel)
14 February, 2008 - The 60 MW Kurichhu hydropower station in Gyalpoizhing, Mongar, has shut down for eight days starting February 11, to allow Bhutan Power Corporation Limited (BPCL) to do maintenance work on substations and transmission lines in the eastern region.

Cabinet okays AH-2, AH-48 amendments (Express India)
The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved proposed amendments…

From the Incas to the kewa datshi
PART VI: The Potato and the Press

15 February, 2008 - In concluding the series on potato in Bhutan, we look at how potato is seen in the Bhutanese print media. The discussion is largely based on what was printed in the three Bhutanese newspapers during the year 2007.

What the rat has in store…

14 February, 2008 -The lunar calendar is said to be the longest chronological record in history. According to a Buddhist legend, Lord Buddha summoned all the animals to come to him before he departed from Earth. Only 12 animals came to bid him farewell and as a reward he named a year for each one in the order they arrived. The animal ruling the year in which you were born exercises a profound influence on your life. As the Chinese say, “ this is the animal that hides in your heart.”

Ten questions

14 February, 2008 -Kinzang, 52, from Thimphu, has been living near the vegetable market in the city since she was born. This is what she has in store for Losar.

1. What do you do for living?
I have a house, which I rent out. I use the earnings from the rent on my expenses.

Looking for a team
14 February, 2008 -As our election process moves into the next phase - the official campaign period - many of us are asking how it will differ from the past months. And, if we have not already decided, we will be asking ourselves whom we will vote for.

Be IT savvy - Secure your Password
14 February, 2008 -Our grandparents didn’t need it, our parents were thrilled seeing it used in espionage- and technology-related movies, we now use it often, and our kids most probably won’t be able to start their day without it. What is it?

Ten questions

14 February, 2008 -Rekash Pradhan, 12, from Chargaray Samtse is a class VI student of Jigmi Losel primary school. A regular table tennis player and member of BTTF, this is what he has to say about the game he is most passionate about.

1. How long have you been playing table tennis for?
I have been playing it for three years now

Ping Pong- the growing game!!!

14 February, 2008 -Loud cheering from the jumpy crowd, sweat dripping down the napes of the two contenders lobbying the ball till one stomps his foot to smash the ball in the opponent’s face and the energy oozing from them until the last minute were some of the highlights of the Bhutan Olympic Committee Funakoshi Table Tennis finals played on January 27.

A place for youth

14 February, 2008 -The spring of 2008 will offer Thimphu’s youth a permanent opportunity to spend their free time away from the numerous video-gaming parlours and hanging around the clock tower-square.

Kurichhu shutdown to catch up on maintenance

Day-off, night-on power for 8 dzongkhags for 8 days

14 February, 2008 - The 60 MW Kurichhu hydropower station in Gyalpoizhing, Mongar, has shut down for eight days starting February 11, to allow Bhutan Power Corporation Limited (BPCL) to do maintenance work on substations and transmission lines in the eastern region.

Wild ginseng grows endangered

Giving home-grown ginseng a shot (in the dark!)

14 February, 2008 - It has been used in traditional Bhutanese medicine and in many Asian cultures as a nourishing stimulant to increase mental and physical efficiency, lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels and also to address sexual dysfunction in men.

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