Community forest entrusts, empowers, sustains, conserves
8 March 2010
The introduction of the people-centric forest management has gained momentum in Bhutan. Almost every day, we hear of community forests being handed over to the people in different parts of the country. This is a tectonic shift from the earlier fully government-backed forest management policy. Now with the people at the forefront of forest management, all aspects of forest management fall on... Read the story »
Quality infrastructure – A necessity!
6 March 2010
Following the devastating earthquake that shook our tiny Kingdom on September 21, 2009, earthquakes of different magnitudes took place in some countries of the world – China, Haiti and other countries, the most recent one in Chile on Saturday February 27, 2010. I would like to quote from the Washington Post of March 1, 2010. “A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Chile early Saturday... Read the story »
GNH is the only way out for children
22 February 2010
Education is gaining momentum, and this time, it is with a difference because this momentum is for nothing less than putting into practice the most sacred philosophy of Gross National Happiness. Having discussed, researched and debated on the concept for almost six years now, both within and outside our country, and having amassed substantive literature backup and ever burgeoning support for the... Read the story »
A tribute of His Majesty on his 30th birth anniversary
21 February 2010
It is with deepest respect and greatest admiration that I write this humble tribute to pay my felicitations to His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck on his 30th birth anniversary. As a humble and dynamic leader, I believe that His Majesty is a true manifestation of Chenrezig, the lord of compassion. His Majesty has taught a new lesson to the world that leaders should render their service... Read the story »
Welcome TATA
17 February 2010
Mr Ratan Tata’s interest in Bhutan should be highly appreciated. One important area that giant TATA could look into is ropeways/cable cars. Ropeways, where and for whom? Why? How? Yes, ropeways from east to west and north to south. For Drukpas and for tourists who want some adventurously beautiful memories. To create jobs, utilize our own electricity, let forest cover develop in the areas... Read the story »
25-acre landholding ceiling should stay
15 February 2010
It seems that the draft land policy advocates further widening of the rich-poor gap, not the other way round as intended. The policy proposes that 25-acre land ceiling be removed. This will help the rich to own more and buy more which will contribute to further land speculations. In terms of progressive tax, what are the figures we are talking about? The proposed tax percentage figures should be... Read the story »
Break the vicious cycle of potatoes
10 February 2010
Sometime ago, there was an article by reporter Rabi C Dahal in Bhutan Observer on production and marketing of potatoes by Bumthaps and Phobjibs. It was pointed out that these locals grow potatoes through sheer hard work and take them to Phuentsholing auction yard. They lose part of their income from the sale of potatoes to transportation, not to mention the cost of food and lodge. It was also... Read the story »
Liberalising FDI policy for local construction sector
8 February 2010
The government has finally given a green signal for the Bhutanese construction firms to take part in the hydropower projects. This must be great news for our construction firms as they can not only contribute to nation building, but also gain invaluable experience in the hydropower sector, not to mention the financial benefits that will come to them. Our Zhabto Lyonpo has mentioned that... Read the story »
Photography graduates need recognition
5 February 2010
In 2002 and 2008, National Technical Training Authority and Ministry of Labour and Human Resources gave professional diploma training in photography and media to some 28 students. While many graduated successfully, some discontinued. Now, the question is, how many of those photography graduates are employed after almost three years of training? Only a few. A few have been employed by the government... Read the story »
All about education
27 January 2010
‘Society can survive only if there exists among its members a sufficient degree of homogeneity. Education perpetuates and reinforces this homogeneity by fixing in the child from the beginning the essential similarities that collective life demands.’ Emle Durkheim, French Sociologist Education, we believe, is not limited within the four walls of the classroom. It is not simply the learning of reading,... Read the story »
Loading ...Zakar for Wednesday March 10 2010
25th Day of the 01st Month - Iron Male Tiger Year Year
Auspicious for: Conducting jin-seg, sri-nen and lue-cho.
Inauspicious for: Construction of new ten-sung, conducting consecration and blessing ceremonies, arranging marriage, conducting tor-zor, starting construction of houses, shifting houses, holding discussions, handing and taking over anything, starting business, organizing and celebrating events, entering new houses.
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