International Sources
A round table for women with disabilities in South Asia – New Kerala
Representatives from South Asian nations – Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Maldives – will participate in the round table discussion. They will share their experiences on the obstacles they face in their everyday lives in the form … [read more]
Bangladesh, India, other SAARC states to prune negative lists – Bangladesh News 24 hours
NEW DELHI, Nov 2 (bdnews24.com)–Bangladesh, India and five of the six other SAARC member-countries will prune their negative lists by 20 percent to boost regional trade under the South Asian Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA). The move is aimed at … [read more]
Northeast to continue prepaid mobile connections – IndiaTimes
AGARTALA/SHILLONG: Prepaid mobile telephone services will continue in northeast India though the union home ministry has banned it in Jammu and Kashmir over “serious security concerns”, officials said here Monday. Like Kashmir, many areas of the … [read more]
A platform for exploring options – Kuensel Online
2 November, 2009 – With more and more Bhutanese parents exploring options and willing to invest in education, the two-day “India and International premier schools exhibition†in Thimphu this week provided a glimpse into some potential boarding … [read more]
Minnesotans rally in memoriam of Four executions in Tibet. 10/29 – Democratic Underground.com
St. Paul, October, 29, 2009: On a rainy and cloudy morning, about 200 grieving Tibetans and supporters dressed in black gathered at the footsteps of the State Capitol of Minnesota to mourn the executions of Lobsang Gyaltsen, 27, Loyak, 25, Penkyi, 21 … [read more]
The swinging $ – Kuensel Online
2 November, 2009 – When the USD fell to Nu 46.65 on October 20 it caused a bit of concern particularly within the tourism sector. But all that disappeared when it climbed to Nu 47.95 as of October 30. While such fluctuations could impact on the … [read more]
Bhutan’s happiness is large dam, fast GDP – Economic Times
We should measure Gross National Happiness, not Gross National Product (GDP), said Bhutan in 1972. Ever since, it has been a poster child for happiness. Its pursuit of happiness has influenced many people including Nobel Laureates Joseph Stiglitz and … [read more]
On TV this week, Nov. 2-6 – St. Petersburg Times
How I Met Your Mother, 8 p.m., CBS Barney’s attitude is rubbing Robin the wrong way. Wait until she finds out he’s actually gay. Heroes, 8 p.m., NBC Hiro goes back in time three years to try to save Charlie from Sylar. And us from watching this show … [read more]
Northeast will continue pre-paid mobile connections – New Kerala
Agartala/Shillong, Nov 2 : Pre-paid mobile telephone services will continue in northeast India though the union home ministry has banned it in Jammu and Kashmir over ‘serious security concerns’, officials said here Monday. Like Kashmir, many areas of … [read more]
Tibet House US Benefit Auction at Christie’s – Luxist
The 7th annual Tibet House US Benefit auction is taking place on November 18th at Christie’s Auction House in New York City. The event is aimed at promoting and preserving Tibetan culture. Proceeds from the auction will be divided to sustain the … [read more]
Kuensel – Bhutan’s National Newspaper
2 November, 2009 – Villagers of Thangrong, Mongar, offer tshogchang to welcome His Majesty on October 19. His Majesty celebrated the first coronation anniversary with the students of Thimphu schools at the Lingkana Palace yesterday.
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Death toll was five
Pentavalent update 2 November, 2009 –
The two-month old baby who was brought to Thimphu in a critical condition, six days after receiving the first dose of pentavalent vaccine, has recovered fully and was discharged on Saturday.
Government proposes to create an art department
2 November, 2009 – The Bhutanese contemporary art industry, in the near future, will receive government support if a ministry of information and communications (MoIC) plan to support them is approved by the cabinet. MoIC is considering to establish an organization that will recognize contemporary art as Bhutanese “culture” and provide its creators with official assistance. [read more]
2 November, 2009 – Rinzin Rinzin of Bhutan poses with his BIP No 350397 on October 30 to run the New York City Marathon. He ran the marathon yesterday.
2 November, 2009 – When the USD fell to Nu 46.65 on October 20 it caused a bit of concern particularly within the tourism sector. But all that disappeared when it climbed to Nu 47.95 as of October 30.
2 November, 2009 – A two-storied traditional Bhutanese house was completely damaged by a fire, suspected to have started from the bhukhari (wood fed stove) in Bumthang on October 30.
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2 November, 2009 – With more and more Bhutanese parents exploring options and willing to invest in education, the two-day “India and International premier schools exhibition” in Thimphu this week provided a glimpse into some potential boarding schools in India.
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2 November, 2009 – A prayer ceremony in honour of the memory of Late Smt. Indira Gandhi, prime minister of India, was conducted on October 31 in the Tashichho Dzong. The ceremony was attended by His Majesty the King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck, Their Majesties the Queen Mothers, The Indian Ambassador to Bhutan Pavan K Varma and officials from the Embassy of India. [read more]
2 November, 2009 – The origins of the recent spate of sexually explicit mobile clips of Bhutanese couples are being investigated according to the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP).
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2 November, 2009 – Despite 11 contract teachers changing their minds from joining the teaching profession and resigning this month, the first batch of the contract teachers, those serving under Light Drukyul National Contract will be attending the post graduate (PG) course from February 2010.
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Bhutan Observer
Farm road construction needs rethinking
As a commitment to eliminate rural poverty, the royal government’s strategy to connect all gewogs with farm roads, thereby promoting accessibility to market and creating better living conditions for the rural population is a noble policy and highly commendable.
But having observed the present construction method of farm roads in many corners of our country, I [...] [read more]
Handling food professionally
If you think there is no self-employment prospects in Bhutan, follow what Sonam Wangdi does. Soanam Wangdi from Nganglam is the first food handler in Trashigang. He delivers momo to homes and offices.
He is a professional food handler with a valid licence. He started selling momo after attending food handlers’ training conducted by Bhutan Agriculture [...] [read more]
Mandarin export set to begin
Owing to the global recession that has hit Bangladesh, Bhutanese exporters in Phuentsholing have decided to keep the floor price of mandarin the same as last season.
The floor price will be seven US$ for a box of kil (small size) and nine US$ for a box of mil (big size).
In a meeting last week, Bhutanese [...] [read more]
Archery on traditional equipment set to begin
Druk Wangyel archery tournament, which is played on traditional bows, begins November 14.
Organised by Bhutan Archery Federation (BAF) the tournament is aimed at helping preserve and promote archery on traditional bows and arrows.
The registration is opened till November 10. On the last day of registration, the registered team members will elect the team captains.
Each team [...] [read more]
Moulding youth for work
Regional labour and employment office in Phuentsholing is conducting a pre-employment programme at Nazhoen Pelri.
Since its inception, more than 20 youth have been employed in the industries in Phuentsholing. According to Damchoe Wangdi, the head of the regional labour and employment office, the programme has until now enrolled 58 jobseekers, and 68 more have been [...] [read more]
Man will not forget the art of writing
Sir,
I have read with great interest Santosh Chowdhury’s article “Calligraphy wanes: a big loss to hamanity†from October 10 issue of Bhutan Observer. Indeed I do agree with your views, that writing is a beneficial way of communication and expression that has marked our human history for long.
In particular, digital technologies are indeed changing the [...] [read more]
Bhutanese in New York marathon
Rinzin Dorji, 34, will take part in ING New York City Marathon representing Bhutan for the first time in the 40th world’s greatest marathon on November 1. Rinzin Dorji said he was very nervous because it is his first time, and professional athletes from all over the world are taking part in it.
Rinzin Dorji is [...] [read more]
Important teachers’ responsibility on the wane
The scenario is quite familiar. It is time of festivity and tshechu. The school principal has granted a three-day holiday to the children. Tenzin rushes home, smile on his face. But his joy doesn’t get far. “Study first, tshechu later,†it is his mother’s authoritative tone. “Remember, you still need to work your way to [...] [read more]
Walking out clean
Twenty-two-year-old Dorji would begin his day waking up at somebody’s doorstep. Hungry and emaciated, he would fall back on Nitrosun and Relipen followed by a joint of hash. Hunger numbed and drowsy vigour restored, he would forget all his ordeal. For six years, this was the life he knew. With his qualification of class X, [...] [read more]
When will the small grow big?
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country express their disappointment with inadequate government support.
They say that the government, especially in the form of financial institutions, looks after big and well-established companies and neglects small businesses. Heavy mortgages and guarantees for loans, which small businesses cannot afford, keep them out of the fray and threaten [...] [read more]
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