Special occasion
In March 2008, the Bhutanese monarchy decided to go for elections and liberalise politics whereby two parties were formed and taken to the field. This was the beginning of a democratic culture that Bhutan initiated after centuries of absolute rule. In the 1950s, when the third king started a...
Bhutanese king born in Nepal
On Friday, April 30, 2010, two dailies in Kathmandu — Kathmandu Post and Nagarik – leaked out some secrets that I had never known. I think, majority of the Bhutanese population was unaware of this important fact. In end 70s and early 80s, Bhutan had good relationship with Nepal...
Some SAARC summit updates
The 16th SAARC summit is scheduled for this month end in Thimphu, the first summit of the regional body to be hosted by Bhutan in 25 years of its life. Preparations are in hectic schedule. Gates are erected along Paro-Thimphu and Phuentsholing-Thimphu highway for welcoming guests coming to this...