Monthly Archives: December, 0

More than 10 forestry officials and officials from Wildlife Conservation Division have reached the Sherzhong Gewog in Gelegphu to trap the bear that has been causing terror for nine days. Their first attempt was futile but they are positive they will be able to capture the bear alive soon.

Discourse on Human Security- a global concept to ensuring happiness- was held here in the capital today. Jointly held by the Embassy of Japan, UNDP and JICA the half-day discourse, which was attended by the Senior Government Officials, discussed on development of Human Security concept in the United Nations and the UN’s human security project in Bhutan.

The Ministry of Economic Affairs through the Bhutanese Embassy in New Delhi has requested the Ministry of External Affairs, India, to look into the withdrawal of subsidy on LPG and kerosene. The request takes into account the impact of subsidy withdrawal on the Bhutanese consumers.

The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa’s (DPT) President Jigmi Y. Thinley said their Monggar candidate Karma Lhamo, has the required calibre to become a minister. He was speaking to the people of Monggar, yesterday.

The President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) shared their Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP) in Monggar, today. The plan came into being after analysis of the country’s economic situation, said the President.

(Update) The major roadblock at Barshong in Trashigang has been cleared at around 4 PM today. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded on both sides of the block since last evening. People who had come to attend the Wamrong.

The Bhutan Tennis Federation is resurfacing its three existing courts in Thimphu to international standing.

There has been a major roadblock at Barshong, in Trashigang. Heavy rainfall caused a landslide in the area at about 8 pm, yesterday. Road clearing works continue to be hampered due to falling boulders.

The price of domestic LPG and kerosene will increase to more than double the current price from tomorrow.

The Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) has called for two days strike in the Indian State of Assam, starting this morning. The strike has affected the movement of Bhutanese vehicles and people.