Archive for February, 2009
International Sources
Bhutan Day held in St. Paul - Minneapolis Star Tribune
ST. PAUL, Minn. - A celebration is planned for Saturday in St. Paul for Minnesota’s newest refugees, according to a report on Minnesota Public Radio. The first ever Bhutan Day will celebrate Bhutanese culture and give Bhutanese a chance to learn more … [read more]
Bhutan trek: Close to heaven - Daily Telegraph
A Buddhist monk is dancing in the snow in front of me. At his feet, a fluffy, caramel-coloured puppy watches him as he leans down, laughing. He throws a handful of snow at the dog, which sneezes and runs between his legs. My head throbs because we’re … [read more]
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
2008 Human Rights Report: Bhutan - U.S. Department of State
Bhutan is a democratic, constitutional monarchy with a population of approximately 700,000. During the year the country completed its transition from a hereditary monarchy. On July 18, the parliament formally adopted the constitution, originally … [read more]
Paro Intâl Airport rates second to one - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - The national airline, Druk Air, is seeing a drop in passenger traffic since the beginning of the year. According to passenger statistics, Druk Air carried 8.4 percent fewer passengers in January than the same month last year. The … [read more]
Art review: Bhutan exhibition holds mysteries - San Francisco Gate
Friday, February 27, 2009 Vast in scope and dense with detail, it demands a sustained attention and curiosity the opposite of what American life cultivates today. Organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts and the government of Bhutan, “The Dragon’s … [read more]
Send-off for troops in Arcadia - WXOW TV-19
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - A celebration is planned for Saturday in St. Paul for Minnesota’s newest refugees. The first ever Bhutan Day will celebrate Bhutanese culture and give Bhutanese a chance to learn more about Minnesota’s refugee services as well … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
Late 2009 launch for Uma Punakha in Bhutan - Leisure Opportunities
Jump to other Leisure Media publications attractionsmanagement.com fitness-kit.net fun-kit.net gaming-kit.net health-club.co.uk hospitality-kit.net leisure-kit.net leisurearchitecture.com leisurediary.com leisurejobs.net leisuremanagement.co.uk … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift to America and the Other Side of Exhibition - Newsblaze.com
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan is in exhibition at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. The exhibition is organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts. On display are selected antiques from Bhutan, known in the west as a mysterious … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
 |
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
 |
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
Bhutan trek: Close to heaven - Daily Telegraph
A Buddhist monk is dancing in the snow in front of me. At his feet, a fluffy, caramel-coloured puppy watches him as he leans down, laughing. He throws a handful of snow at the dog, which sneezes and runs between his legs. My head throbs because we’re … [read more]
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
Global Voices Online - Global Voices Online.org
Regions and Countries » Americas » Central Asia & Caucasus » East Asia » Eastern & Central Europe » Middle East & North Africa » Oceania » South Asia » Sub-Saharan Africa » Western Europe Countries » Afghanistan » Albania » Algeria … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
Late 2009 launch for Uma Punakha in Bhutan - Leisure Opportunities
Jump to other Leisure Media publications attractionsmanagement.com fitness-kit.net fun-kit.net gaming-kit.net health-club.co.uk hospitality-kit.net leisure-kit.net leisurearchitecture.com leisurediary.com leisurejobs.net leisuremanagement.co.uk … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift to America and the Other Side of Exhibition - Newsblaze.com
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan is in exhibition at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. The exhibition is organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts. On display are selected antiques from Bhutan, known in the west as a mysterious … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Getting over going Down Under - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Much has been heard of its beauty and uniqueness but viewing Sydneyâs iconic Opera House emerge against a scenic water background and its petal-like white design unfurl up close can be a bit overwhelming. No wonder people from … [read more]
Step 2 - Zd Net Asia.com
Profession: Select Job Function —– Technology-Related: [select below] —– Computer Product Reseller Database Administration Development Project Management … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
|
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
2008 Human Rights Report: Bhutan - U.S. Department of State
Bhutan is a democratic, constitutional monarchy with a population of approximately 700,000. During the year the country completed its transition from a hereditary monarchy. On July 18, the parliament formally adopted the constitution, originally … [read more]
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
Three SAARC agricultural pilot projects for Bhutan - Kuensel Online
19 February, 2009 - If successful, it could revolutionise Bhutanâs agriculture sector. Â In India, the Green Revolution gave a boost to the agriculture sector, when high-yielding varieties of seeds and increased use of fertilizers and irrigation … [read more]
Late 2009 launch for Uma Punakha in Bhutan - Leisure Opportunities
Jump to other Leisure Media publications attractionsmanagement.com fitness-kit.net fun-kit.net gaming-kit.net health-club.co.uk hospitality-kit.net leisure-kit.net leisurearchitecture.com leisurediary.com leisurejobs.net leisuremanagement.co.uk … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift to America and the Other Side of Exhibition - Newsblaze.com
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan is in exhibition at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. The exhibition is organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts. On display are selected antiques from Bhutan, known in the west as a mysterious … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - New Kerala
Kathmandu, Feb 19 : The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier … [read more]
India helps Nepal, Bhutan to set up medical colleges - New Kerala
New Delhi, Feb 25 : India has helped Nepal and Bhutan to set up medical colleges, the Lok Sabha was informed Wednesday. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare P. Lakshmi said the B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences in Dharan, with a … [read more]
Step 2 - Zd Net Asia.com
Profession: Select Job Function —– Technology-Related: [select below] —– Computer Product Reseller Database Administration Development Project Management … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
|
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
Late 2009 launch for Uma Punakha in Bhutan - Leisure Opportunities
Jump to other Leisure Media publications attractionsmanagement.com fitness-kit.net fun-kit.net gaming-kit.net health-club.co.uk hospitality-kit.net leisure-kit.net leisurearchitecture.com leisurediary.com leisurejobs.net leisuremanagement.co.uk … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
Three SAARC agricultural pilot projects for Bhutan - Kuensel Online
19 February, 2009 - If successful, it could revolutionise Bhutanâs agriculture sector. Â In India, the Green Revolution gave a boost to the agriculture sector, when high-yielding varieties of seeds and increased use of fertilizers and irrigation … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift to America and the Other Side of Exhibition - Newsblaze.com
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan is in exhibition at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. The exhibition is organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts. On display are selected antiques from Bhutan, known in the west as a mysterious … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
President Patil to inaugurate conference on higher education today - Newstrack India
New Delhi, Feb 25 (ANI): President Pratibha Patil will inaugurate a sub-regional conference of South, South-West and Central Asia on Higher Education here today. The two-day conference is being organised by the Union Ministry of Human Resource … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Global Voices Online - Global Voices Online.org
Regions and Countries » Americas » Central Asia & Caucasus » East Asia » Eastern & Central Europe » Middle East & North Africa » Oceania » South Asia » Sub-Saharan Africa » Western Europe Countries » Afghanistan » Albania » Algeria … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
|
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
Bhutan trek: Close to heaven - Daily Telegraph
A Buddhist monk is dancing in the snow in front of me. At his feet, a fluffy, caramel-coloured puppy watches him as he leans down, laughing. He throws a handful of snow at the dog, which sneezes and runs between his legs. My head throbs because we’re … [read more]
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift to America and the Other Side of Exhibition - Newsblaze.com
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan is in exhibition at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. The exhibition is organized by the Honolulu Academy of Arts. On display are selected antiques from Bhutan, known in the west as a mysterious … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
Getting over going Down Under - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Much has been heard of its beauty and uniqueness but viewing Sydneyâs iconic Opera House emerge against a scenic water background and its petal-like white design unfurl up close can be a bit overwhelming. No wonder people from … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Register » - yorkshirepost
Comment on stories on this website and on all other Johnston Press newspaper websites. See a list of our websites here. Set up a personalised homepage featuring content from any Johnston Press newspaper website or from any site with a RSS feed … [read more]
Doubling stock in SAARC food bank recommended - Xinhua News Agency
KATHMANDU, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) — Bearing in mind the huge demand for food in the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) region in times of emergency, senior government officials of member countries have recommended the existing volume … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
|
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
Bhutan trek: Close to heaven - Daily Telegraph
A Buddhist monk is dancing in the snow in front of me. At his feet, a fluffy, caramel-coloured puppy watches him as he leans down, laughing. He throws a handful of snow at the dog, which sneezes and runs between his legs. My head throbs because we’re … [read more]
Surprising echoes of Bhutan in Texas - Christian Science Monitor
El Paso, Texas - They’re a curiosity on an American campus â the Asian-style buildings with sloping walls, wide red friezes, and overhanging roofs at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). They seem almost to lean against the Franklin Mountain … [read more]
Druk Air flight from Bangkok makes emergency landing at Kolkata - Thaindian.com
Mumbai, Feb 23 (ANI): Residents of Dharavi in Mumbai, the setting for Oscar nominated âSlumdog Millionaireâ, rejoiced as they watch the award ceremony on their⦠Los Angeles, Feb 23 (IANS) Indian music maestro A.R. Rahman made history as he … [read more]
Paro Intâl Airport rates second to one - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - The national airline, Druk Air, is seeing a drop in passenger traffic since the beginning of the year. According to passenger statistics, Druk Air carried 8.4 percent fewer passengers in January than the same month last year. The … [read more]
Bhutan crowns young king to guide young democracy - Reuters India
THIMPHU (Reuters) - With mediaeval tradition and Buddhist spirituality, a 28-year-old with an Oxford education assumed the Raven Crown of Bhutan on Thursday, to guide the world’s newest democracy as it emerges into the modern world. As the chief … [read more]
Human Rights â Embedded in Bhutanese society - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayâs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Register » - yorkshirepost
Comment on stories on this website and on all other Johnston Press newspaper websites. See a list of our websites here. Set up a personalised homepage featuring content from any Johnston Press newspaper website or from any site with a RSS feed … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
|
22 February, 2009 - Sangay, 67, from Sephu, Wangduephodrang, was one of the first to start his business near the ÂHong Kong market area.
1. How long have you been living in Thimphu?
ItÂs been about 35 years now. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Although the exact cause of OCD is not fully understood, studies have shown that a combination of biological and environmental factors may be involved. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
Paro Intâl Airport rates second to one - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - The national airline, Druk Air, is seeing a drop in passenger traffic since the beginning of the year. According to passenger statistics, Druk Air carried 8.4 percent fewer passengers in January than the same month last year. The … [read more]
Getting over going Down Under - Kuensel Online
22 February, 2009 - Much has been heard of its beauty and uniqueness but viewing Sydneyâs iconic Opera House emerge against a scenic water background and its petal-like white design unfurl up close can be a bit overwhelming. No wonder people from … [read more]
US to continue resettling Bhutanese refugees: Boucher - Times of India
THIMPHU: The US has said it will continue to resettle Bhutanese refugees from their camps in Nepal. During his recent visit to the Himalayan country, United States Assistant Secretary for Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher said … [read more]
Bhutan crowns young king to guide young democracy - Reuters India
THIMPHU (Reuters) - With mediaeval tradition and Buddhist spirituality, a 28-year-old with an Oxford education assumed the Raven Crown of Bhutan on Thursday, to guide the world’s newest democracy as it emerges into the modern world. As the chief … [read more]
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
MY OTHER LIFE By Betsy Feldstein - Times Union
Real job: Director of outpatient operations, St. Peter’s Healthcare Services, part of St. Peter’s Hospital, based in the Guilderland office Passion outside work: An avid outdoor enthusiast, backpacker and trekker, Prichett became a 46er, one who … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Register » - yorkshirepost
Comment on stories on this website and on all other Johnston Press newspaper websites. See a list of our websites here. Set up a personalised homepage featuring content from any Johnston Press newspaper website or from any site with a RSS feed … [read more]
Sri Lanka on run-spree against Pak in Karachi - Pakistan News Service
Karachi(cricketnext): Sri Lanka reached 505-3 at lunch on the second day of the opening Test match against Pakistan here on Sunday. Overnight batsmen duo of Mahela Jayawardene and Thilan Samaraweera who hit punishing hundreds on the opening day … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
22 February, 2009 - Wow! Gorgeous hair - want to know the secret? They were grown overnight. Yes, the latest in fashion accessories: ÂHair Extensions, is a quicker way to obtain long hair, by merging original hair to the synthetic version. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Ever stopped in the middle of the street to preen at your reflection?
Women do it openly, but how about men?
The owner of Hair Line salon feels that Âwomen top 70 percent on narcissism and men 30 percent.Â
What was once a womenÂs secret world of curative beauty treatments has now become a much sought after haven by men folk too. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - Human rights is deeply ingrained in the Bhutanese system. Its concept in Buddhism is even more comprehensive than todayÂs modern thinking and the Constitution grants more fundamental rights than the constitutions of most countries. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - It looks like chicken will remain off the menu with no sign of the ban on import of poultry products being lifted any time soon. [read more]
|
| The rickety bridge over the Mangdechu |
22 February, 2009 - Five years after the initial project began, Trongsa dzongkhag recently contracted out the construction of a 9.3-km stretch of the 29-km Nabji-Korphu farm road. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - If all goes as planned, the international finance corporation (IFC) could play a vital role in beefing up Druk AirÂs services and bringing down its air ticket cost, says Druk holding and investments (DHI). [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The five soldiers, convicted by the High Court in 2008, for the gang rape of a minor in July 2007, have appealed to the full bench of the High Court on February 20. [read more]
22 February, 2009 - The National AssemblyÂs 14 committees, established in May 2008, for members of parliament (MP) to make policy contributions on various issues facing the country, have failed to make an impact so far.
[read more]
Becoming a Sydneysider involves coming to terms with time zone, weather, cost of living, culture and technology
 |
22 February, 2009 - Much has been heard of its beauty and uniqueness but viewing SydneyÂs iconic Opera House emerge against a scenic water background and its petal-like white design unfurl up close can be a bit overwhelming. No wonder people from all over the world travel to admire this architectural masterpiece.
[read more]
Druk Air tightens its own belt to counter global recession
 |
22 February, 2009 - The national airline, Druk Air, is seeing a drop in passenger traffic since the beginning of the year.
According to passenger statistics, Druk Air carried 8.4 percent fewer passengers in January than the same month last year. The airline carried 9,333 passengers in January 2009 as compared to 10,189 in January 2008. [read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan - San Francisco Examiner
Bhutan, to my foreign eyes, is an immaculate country of remarkable harmony, pacifism, beauty and happiness, that has somehow managed to preserve their unique cultural heritage. Not only is Bhutan one of the youngest democratic nations in the world … [read more]
US to continue resettling Bhutanese refugees: Boucher - Times of India
THIMPHU: The US has said it will continue to resettle Bhutanese refugees from their camps in Nepal. During his recent visit to the Himalayan country, United States Assistant Secretary for Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher said … [read more]
Promises, promises ⦠constituencies canât wait! - Kuensel Online
21 February, 2009 - With no signs of the bridge or the road, that Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) pledged in their campaign, even a year after elections, the usually stoic farmers of the many poor regions of the country say that their patience is about … [read more]
Christians in Bhutan - Kuensel Online
14 February, 2009 - A Christian Rights group, Open Doors, ranked Bhutan 11 on a list of top 50 persecuting countries of Christians released on February 5, 2009. On February 6, unaware of such a ranking, Bhutanese Christians, mostly adolescents and … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - New Kerala
Kathmandu, Feb 19 : The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutanâs Drukair - Freshnews
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutanâs national carrier Drukair. The … [read more]
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IN BRIEF - Deccan Herald
In a dramatic strike, two light aircraft of the beleaguered LTTE on Friday night attacked Colombo, bombing the army headquarters and Sri Lankaâs main tax office, leaving at least 38 persons injured, reports PTI. One plane was shot down and the … [read more]
Azerbaijan: News site closed down? - Global Voices Online.org
Regions and Countries » Americas » Central Asia & Caucasus » East Asia » Eastern & Central Europe » Middle East & North Africa » Oceania » South Asia » Sub-Saharan Africa » Western Europe Countries » Afghanistan » Albania » Algeria … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
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21 February, 2009 - No one knows how it got its name. But with its throbbing downtown ambience, narrow alleys, high decibel levels and daily fights, the Âhappening area got itself a name about a decade ago  ÂHong Kong market.
[read more]
21 February, 2009 - Bhutanese women may not enjoy as much opportunities as their men folk today, but a study aims to influence future policies and programmes of the government and NGOs alike to change the status quo for the better.
[read more]
21 February, 2009 - A misprint in the letter from the finance ministry excited members of parliament with some members even calculating their arrears to be received. [read more]
21 February, 2009 - With no signs of the bridge or the road, that Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) pledged in their campaign, even a year after elections, the usually stoic farmers of the many poor regions of the country say that their patience is about to run out. [read more]
Indiscriminate disposition of dead dogs around Ngameychhu poses health hazard to
local residents
21 February, 2009 - Caretakers at the Serbithang dog shelter denied disposing of dead dogs in and around the Ngameychhu, after residents complained that the area was getting polluted. [read more]
21 February, 2009 - Thimphu district court sentenced the Karma tshongkhang proprietor and a former procurement officer of the education ministry to prison terms, ranging from one to two years, for deceptive practice in the supply of school science and lab equipment worth Nu 13 million. [read more]
21 February, 2009 - It was quite a year. Even as we reflected deeply on 100 years of Monarchy, a fascinating era of Bhutanese history, we saw a prime minister elected and a King crowned. The world watched the transformation of Bhutan as we took another giant step into the future. [read more]
A blight once decimated their only cash crop, now hope springs anew
 |
| The cardamom disease left Nabji-Korphu high and dry |
20 February, 2009 - A sweet fragrance of cardamom fills the air in Nabji Korphu as the evening breeze blows over the quiet village. But the cardamom story is not as sweet as its fragrance when villagers recall how their main cash crop was wiped out a decade ago. [read more]
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20 February, 2009 - Lam Shenphen Zangpo answers basic questions that every Bhutanese man, woman, and child on the street wants to know.
The recent lifting of the ban of meat sales during auspicious months raises questions about vegetarianism. Some people claim that Buddhists should not eat meat. Yet, even our lams take meat. What actually is BuddhismÂs position on meat eating?
When discussing meat consumption, it is important to consider the debate in context. Buddhism is not a moral, but wisdom based path. When the Buddha rose from his seat of kusha grass under the bodhi tree, he did not intend to establish a religion called Buddhism, but instead point the way for all beings to awake to their rich, innate heritage of basic goodness. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - To address the increasing dog population in the capital, Thimphu city corporation (TCC) built a Nu 5 million dog pound in Memelakha in 2007. Today, mired in disease and death and a lack of food and planning, the pound is being closed down.
[read more]
Bhutan Observer
No place for old man
Memay Nim Dorji, in his 70s, was moving around the Paro valley trying to find his house, which is in Lhuentse, on February 14.
Karma Choki, a spa therapist from Aman Kora, saw him coming to her house at around 5 pm. Thinking that he was a beggar, she invited him inside but he declined. After […] [read more]
Extended classrooms return to villages
One of the main campaign promises of Druk Phuensum Tshokpa was to ensure that no child walks more than half an hour to school. A beginning seems to have been made towards fulfilling this pledge with the re-introduction of extended classrooms (ECR) into the heart of villages with enough enrolments from this academic session.
Following a […] [read more]
When gambling habit takes root
A family life was built strong and firm. But gambling ruins it. KINZANG CHODEN reports.
The house is made from scraps. Sources said the family used to live in a big house. At the doorstep, a warm welcome from Pema (name changed) and his wife. Their children had left for school.
Pema was never a serious gambler […] [read more]
Traditional Bhutanese sports out the window?
The onslaught of modern sports has pushed traditional Bhutanese sports into the background. Sonam
Rinchen reports.
Tomorrow, if you find sheray paray as strange a term as kangril is today, donât be surprised. Names of some traditional Bhutanese sports are already out of the vocabulary of younger generation. It is happening especially among urbanites.
According to Pema, an […] [read more]
Immigration office temporary job blues
Some temporary staff in immigration department of the Home Ministry have been serving for more than a decade.
They are paid a salary equivalent to the national minimum wage and they are not entitled to any retirement benefits.
There are nine male temporary staff in the regional immigration office of Gelephu and 12 female and six male […] [read more]
Judrel Lyonpo dicusses 10th Plan in Pemagatshel
Communications Minister Lyonpo Nandalal Rai met with dzongkhag officials, students and some 200 farmers from Pemagatshel on February 17. The minister and his team explained to the people the plans and the programmes of the ministry in the 10th Plan.
The minister informed the people that a Community Information Centre will be established in every gewog […] [read more]
Ap Tsara speaksâ¦
Oh, now hereâs a story that will mirror our supreme indifference to life.
On a cold January morning, a man sat at a metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin. He played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes.
During the rush hour, thousands of people hurried through the station to work.
In the […] [read more]
Bhutanese bodybuilders train for championship
Bhutanese bodybuilders will be participating in the 6th South Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Varanasi, India, from April 9 to 12.
The Body Building and Weightlifting Federation has selected 4 members to participate in the championship funded by the Bhutan Olympics Committee.
There are 20 members in the club, each paying Nu 300 a month as a membership […] [read more]
Bhutan cricket star
Sonam Letso, popularly known as Dampo, never thought he would ever play against international teams. He hopes that Bhutan would excel in cricket like India after winning the âman of the matchâ title twice in the Asian Cricket Council Trophy Challenge.
âI was very happy when I got the man of the match title but it […] [read more]
Shooting begins in earnest
If you walk inside Changlingmithang Stadium and hear shooting sounds, do not mistrust your ears. They are. Changlingmithang is home to a new shooting range of Bhutan Shooting Federation.
The new shooting range is on the ground floor. The regular training at the range started on February 16, which instantly became a welcome sight to shooters. […] [read more]
International Sources
US to continue resettling Bhutanese refugees: Boucher - Times of India
THIMPHU: The US has said it will continue to resettle Bhutanese refugees from their camps in Nepal. During his recent visit to the Himalayan country, United States Assistant Secretary for Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher said … [read more]
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - Silicon India
Kathmandu: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier Drukair … [read more]
Bhutan crowns young king to guide young democracy - Reuters India
THIMPHU (Reuters) - With mediaeval tradition and Buddhist spirituality, a 28-year-old with an Oxford education assumed the Raven Crown of Bhutan on Thursday, to guide the world’s newest democracy as it emerges into the modern world. As the chief … [read more]
Ladies’ room tales - Mid Day.com
Delhi: Â Anita Nair the best-selling author of The Better Man and Ladies Coupe takes a walk down the ladies’ hostel and dispels age-old myths For most people, a stint in a hostel is a part of the growing-up process. It is that halfway home between … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
Global Voices Online - Global Voices Online.org
Regions and Countries » Americas » Central Asia & Caucasus » East Asia » Eastern & Central Europe » Middle East & North Africa » Oceania » South Asia » Sub-Saharan Africa » Western Europe Countries » Afghanistan » Albania » Algeria … [read more]
Step 2 - Zd Net Asia.com
Profession: Select Job Function —– Technology-Related: [select below] —– Computer Product Reseller Database Administration Development Project Management … [read more]
Register » - yorkshirepost
Comment on stories on this website and on all other Johnston Press newspaper websites. See a list of our websites here. Set up a personalised homepage featuring content from any Johnston Press newspaper website or from any site with a RSS feed … [read more]
Eco-trail windfall for local economy - Kuensel Online
16 February, 2009 - Itâs now winter but farmer Thinley of Trongsa is looking forward to next autumn. Not that heâs particularly crazy about the season, though things may seem nicer then. What heâs excited about is the stream of tourists that … [read more]
Indian archers impress at Asian Grand Prix - New Kerala
Bagkok, Feb 20 : Indian archers came up with a fine performance, winning one Gold, one silver and three bronze medals on the first day of the Asian Grand Prix Championship here. The Indian women’s team comprising V Pranitha, Rimil Biruly and Deepika … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
A blight once decimated their only cash crop, now hope springs anew
|
| The cardamom disease left Nabji-Korphu high and dry |
20 February, 2009 - A sweet fragrance of cardamom fills the air in Nabji Korphu as the evening breeze blows over the quiet village. But the cardamom story is not as sweet as its fragrance when villagers recall how their main cash crop was wiped out a decade ago. [read more]
|
20 February, 2009 - Lam Shenphen Zangpo answers basic questions that every Bhutanese man, woman, and child on the street wants to know.
The recent lifting of the ban of meat sales during auspicious months raises questions about vegetarianism. Some people claim that Buddhists should not eat meat. Yet, even our lams take meat. What actually is BuddhismÂs position on meat eating?
When discussing meat consumption, it is important to consider the debate in context. Buddhism is not a moral, but wisdom based path. When the Buddha rose from his seat of kusha grass under the bodhi tree, he did not intend to establish a religion called Buddhism, but instead point the way for all beings to awake to their rich, innate heritage of basic goodness. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - To address the increasing dog population in the capital, Thimphu city corporation (TCC) built a Nu 5 million dog pound in Memelakha in 2007. Today, mired in disease and death and a lack of food and planning, the pound is being closed down.
[read more]
 |
19 February, 2009 - Students in the east, who could not make it to government schools after class X, can continue their higher studies closer to home with the opening of the first private higher secondary school in Mongar. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - Safety will always be the priority, said the Chief Executive Officer of Druk Air while allaying fears about the recent crack in the *****pit windshield that forced a flight from Bangkok to Gaya to make an emergency landing at Kolkata. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - Through Struggle or amicable consensus, democracy has come to all the countries in south Asia today. But whatÂs still in debate is whether democracy has really replaced authoritarianism in South Asia? [read more]
 |
| GREEN EXCHANGE Â Indian ambassador to Bhutan Sudhir Vyas and acting Bhutanese foreign secretary Daw Penjo at the signing of the MoU |
19 February, 2009 - If successful, it could revolutionise BhutanÂs agriculture sector. In India, the Green Revolution gave a boost to the agriculture sector, when high-yielding varieties of seeds and increased use of fertilizers and irrigation was introduced. [read more]
 |
| PLANESPOTTERS Â Lyonpos Nandalal Rai and Minjur Dorji on tour to gauge the practicality of Yonphula as an airport |
19 February, 2009 - More than a week after the information and communication minister, Lyonpo Nandalal Rai, reveaked that the domestic air service would operate from Yonphula, Trashigang, people of Bartsham are expressing unease at the decision.
 |
| WHEELLESS VICTIM  The latest in a string of vehicles to get the Âvandal treatment |
19 February, 2009 - A Maruti car and a van were stripped off both their front tyres while parked outside their houses in Semtokha this week. Police officials describe the incidents as an indication of the rampant motor vehicle crime in Thimphu.
[read more]
19 February, 2009 - A 15-year-old boy was admitted to the Phuentsholing general hospital after he was stabbed twice in the stomach, following a gang fight in town on February 15.
Bhutan Observer
What do you think of public service delivery in Bhutan?
[read more]
Tenth Plan short by Nu 15 billion
The 10th Plan budget has a resource gap of Nu 15 billion, mainly for 100 percent rural electrification by 2013 and roads, said Lam Dorji, the Finance Secretary, at a meeting this week with the resident representatives of development partners based in Thimphu.
He asked if the donors could find other funding windows to bridge the […] [read more]
Bhutan taxis attacked in Hashimara
An Indian mob attacked two Bhutanese taxis at Hashimara, 18 kilometres from Phuentsholing in the Indian state of West Bengal, on February 11 at 1.30 pm.
Except for some bruises, all 15 passengers and drivers escaped unhurt. But the mob broke the rear windscreen of one of Mahindra Bolero taxis. Both the taxis were coming from […] [read more]
Briefly
Writer-diplomat, Pavan K Varma, was named Indiaâs next Ambassador to Bhutan on Wednesday. He is currently the Director General of Indian Council for Cultural Relations.
A women delegation led by Aum Rinsy Dem, the Lyonchhen’s wife, completed a nine day visit to India on February 1. It was the first women delegation to visit India on […] [read more]
MP-nurse allegations and apologies
The case of Bumthangâs National Council member accused of harassing and assaulting a nurse at the national referral hospital in Thimphu has been amicably resolved after an investigation by the Health Ministry.
Health Ministryâs spokesperson said that they carried out an investigation to see what the lapses were. âIt was more of a snapshot, which found […] [read more]
Relief fund brushed off?
In spite of the constitutional requirement for the parliament to establish a relief fund, there was no mention of relief funds in the budget outlay, according to the Opposition Leader Tshering Tobgay.
Article 14 Section 12 of the constitution states, âParliament shall establish a relief fund and the Druk Gyalpo shall have the prerogative to use […] [read more]
Lozey: a dying oral tradition
The command of the superior / To dismiss it is dearer than gold/ To carry it out is heavier than the mountains.
Sonam Rinchen finds out whether we can say these lines in Dzongkha. SONAM RINCHEN reports.
Lozey, a rich oral poetic composition prevalent in the Dzongkha speaking communities of Bhutan, constitutes part of Dzongkha literature. With […] [read more]
Thirty-six visits to Dorji Dhen in 40 years
Sixty-eight-year-old Sonam Wangdi from Bumthang, popularly known as Tsongtu, a businessman in Gelephu, made his 36th visit to Bodh Gaya this year. His 70-year-old wife, Rinzin Wangmo, accompanied him all the years. Every year, they visit Bodh Gaya and offer 11,000 butter lamps.
The couple visited the place where Buddha got enlightened for the first time […] [read more]
Pilgrims return influx
Thousands of Bhutanese are returning home from the 10-day Moenlam Chhenmo in Bodh Gaya, which concluded on February 5. It was estimated that more than 15,000 Bhutanese visited the Buddhist pilgrimage site in the Indian state of Bihar.
Hotels in Phuentsholing and neighbouring town of Jaigoan are all packed with pilgrims. Many, who could not find […] [read more]
When it rains, it pours
Namgay from Gasa has been staying in Punakha hospital for almost eight years now. He survives on what the hospital provides him and his 13- year-old son for picking up waste around the hospital compound and chasing away animals.
He came to Punakha hospital eight years ago after he had been mauled by a bear making […] [read more]
International Sources
World Bank to build up Bhutan’s Drukair - New Kerala
Kathmandu, Feb 19 : The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank arm that provides investment and advisory services to the private sector in developing countries, will now build up reclusive Himalayan kingdom Bhutan’s national carrier … [read more]
Three SAARC agricultural pilot projects for Bhutan - Kuensel Online
19 February, 2009 - If successful, it could revolutionise Bhutanâs agriculture sector. Â In India, the Green Revolution gave a boost to the agriculture sector, when high-yielding varieties of seeds and increased use of fertilizers and irrigation … [read more]
US to continue resettling Bhutanese refugees: Boucher - Times of India
THIMPHU: The US has said it will continue to resettle Bhutanese refugees from their camps in Nepal. During his recent visit to the Himalayan country, United States Assistant Secretary for Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Richard Boucher said … [read more]
Christians in Bhutan - Kuensel Online
14 February, 2009 - A Christian Rights group, Open Doors, ranked Bhutan 11 on a list of top 50 persecuting countries of Christians released on February 5, 2009. On February 6, unaware of such a ranking, Bhutanese Christians, mostly adolescents and … [read more]
Bhutan crowns young king to guide young democracy - Reuters India
THIMPHU (Reuters) - With mediaeval tradition and Buddhist spirituality, a 28-year-old with an Oxford education assumed the Raven Crown of Bhutan on Thursday, to guide the world’s newest democracy as it emerges into the modern world. As the chief … [read more]
India: On Post Feminism - Global Voices Online.org
The objective of Feminism to achieve equal rights along with that of Men. But at the same time they should conserve the traditions. They should not feel that traditions are obstacles for a womanâs freedom. The moment women ignores traditions, the … [read more]
Bhutan, India sign MoUs for three pilot projects - Hindustan Times
Three pilot projects on scientific research will be set up in Bhutan under the auspices of SAARC with financial assistance from India. A MoU to this effect was signed on Tuesday between Bhutan’s acting Foreign Secretary Daw Penjo and Indian … [read more]
Uma Punakha on schedule for late 2009 launch - Leisure Opportunities
Opening in late 2009, COMO Hotels and Resortsâ Uma Punakha boutique property will be located on a hilltop site in Bhutan, on the upper reaches of the Mo Chhu (Mother River). The new resort will offer 11 bedrooms and an intimate COMO Shambhala spa … [read more]
Afghan Bangladeshi bands to rock Delhi - Times of India
NEW DELHI: Fourteen popular rock bands from seven countries including India will perform at a three-day musical extravaganza beginning here tomorrow. The bands will play various genres of music ranging from ethnic to fusion. While the bands from … [read more]
Step 2 - Zd Net Asia.com
Profession: Select Job Function —– Technology-Related: [select below] —– Computer Product Reseller Database Administration Development Project Management … [read more]
Kuensel - Bhutan’s National Newspaper
19 February, 2009 - To address the increasing dog population in the capital, Thimphu city corporation (TCC) built a Nu 5 million dog pound in Memelakha in 2007. Today, mired in disease and death and a lack of food and planning, the pound is being closed down.
[read more]
|
19 February, 2009 - Students in the east, who could not make it to government schools after class X, can continue their higher studies closer to home with the opening of the first private higher secondary school in Mongar. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - Safety will always be the priority, said the Chief Executive Officer of Druk Air while allaying fears about the recent crack in the *****pit windshield that forced a flight from Bangkok to Gaya to make an emergency landing at Kolkata. [read more]
19 February, 2009 - Through Struggle or amicable consensus, democracy has come to all the countries in south Asia today. But whatÂs still in debate is whether democracy has really replaced authoritarianism in South Asia? [read more]
|
| GREEN EXCHANGE Â Indian ambassador to Bhutan Sudhir Vyas and acting Bhutanese foreign secretary Daw Penjo at the signing of the MoU |
19 February, 2009 - If successful, it could revolutionise BhutanÂs agriculture sector. In India, the Green Revolution gave a boost to the agriculture sector, when high-yielding varieties of seeds and increased use of fertilizers and irrigation was introduced. [read more]
|
| PLANESPOTTERS Â Lyonpos Nandalal Rai and Minjur Dorji on tour to gauge the practicality of Yonphula as an airport |
19 February, 2009 - More than a week after the information and communication minister, Lyonpo Nandalal Rai, reveaked that the domestic air service would operate from Yonphula, Trashigang, people of Bartsham are expressing unease at the decision.
|
| WHEELLESS VICTIM  The latest in a string of vehicles to get the Âvandal treatment |
19 February, 2009 - A Maruti car and a van were stripped off both their front tyres while parked outside their houses in Semtokha this week. Police officials describe the incidents as an indication of the rampant motor vehicle crime in Thimphu.
[read more]
19 February, 2009 - A 15-year-old boy was admitted to the Phuentsholing general hospital after he was stabbed twice in the stomach, following a gang fight in town on February 15.
 |
18 February, 2009 - His Majesty urged parents, leaders and the government to start thinking urgently about the need for the education system to reinvent itself and evolve according to changing times and aspirations of the people and country. [read more]
18 February, 2009 - The royal civil service commissionÂs (RCSC) position classification system (PCS) did not fail because it was a bad system but because implementers failed to implement it and because the Bhutanese work culture rewarded seniority more than it did meritocracy, say observers. [read more]
Bhutan Observer
What do you think of public service delivery in Bhutan?
[read more]
Tenth Plan short by Nu 15 billion
The 10th Plan budget has a resource gap of Nu 15 billion, mainly for 100 percent rural electrification by 2013 and roads, said Lam Dorji, the Finance Secretary, at a meeting this week with the resident representatives of development partners based in Thimphu.
He asked if the donors could find other funding windows to bridge the […] [read more]
Bhutan taxis attacked in Hashimara
An Indian mob attacked two Bhutanese taxis at Hashimara, 18 kilometres from Phuentsholing in the Indian state of West Bengal, on February 11 at 1.30 pm.
Except for some bruises, all 15 passengers and drivers escaped unhurt. But the mob broke the rear windscreen of one of Mahindra Bolero taxis. Both the taxis were coming from […] [read more]
Briefly
Writer-diplomat, Pavan K Varma, was named Indiaâs next Ambassador to Bhutan on Wednesday. He is currently the Director General of Indian Council for Cultural Relations.
A women delegation led by Aum Rinsy Dem, the Lyonchhen’s wife, completed a nine day visit to India on February 1. It was the first women delegation to visit India on […] [read more]
MP-nurse allegations and apologies
The case of Bumthangâs National Council member accused of harassing and assaulting a nurse at the national referral hospital in Thimphu has been amicably resolved after an investigation by the Health Ministry.
Health Ministryâs spokesperson said that they carried out an investigation to see what the lapses were. âIt was more of a snapshot, which found […] [read more]
Relief fund brushed off?
In spite of the constitutional requirement for the parliament to establish a relief fund, there was no mention of relief funds in the budget outlay, according to the Opposition Leader Tshering Tobgay.
Article 14 Section 12 of the constitution states, âParliament shall establish a relief fund and the Druk Gyalpo shall have the prerogative to use […] [read more]
Lozey: a dying oral tradition
The command of the superior / To dismiss it is dearer than gold/ To carry it out is heavier than the mountains.
Sonam Rinchen finds out whether we can say these lines in Dzongkha. SONAM RINCHEN reports.
Lozey, a rich oral poetic composition prevalent in the Dzongkha speaking communities of Bhutan, constitutes part of Dzongkha literature. With […] [read more]
Thirty-six visits to Dorji Dhen in 40 years
Sixty-eight-year-old Sonam Wangdi from Bumthang, popularly known as Tsongtu, a businessman in Gelephu, made his 36th visit to Bodh Gaya this year. His 70-year-old wife, Rinzin Wangmo, accompanied him all the years. Every year, they visit Bodh Gaya and offer 11,000 butter lamps.
The couple visited the place where Buddha got enlightened for the first time […] [read more]
Pilgrims return influx
Thousands of Bhutanese are returning home from the 10-day Moenlam Chhenmo in Bodh Gaya, which concluded on February 5. It was estimated that more than 15,000 Bhutanese visited the Buddhist pilgrimage site in the Indian state of Bihar.
Hotels in Phuentsholing and neighbouring town of Jaigoan are all packed with pilgrims. Many, who could not find […] [read more]
When it rains, it pours
Namgay from Gasa has been staying in Punakha hospital for almost eight years now. He survives on what the hospital provides him and his 13- year-old son for picking up waste around the hospital compound and chasing away animals.
He came to Punakha hospital eight years ago after he had been mauled by a bear making […] [read more]
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