Angers in Thimphu are settling
It appeared to be a serious discussion among the supporters and leaders of the former ruling party Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) in Thimphu last week. The anger and inability to accept the role of an opposition reached the height when some members agreed to meet king and express grievances....
The National Assembly Elections 2013 results: PDP wins
The Peoples Democratic Party, that formed the smallest oppisition in 2008 has emerged as winner in the second parliamentary elections held on July 13. The PDP won 32 seats and former ruling party Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) won only 15 seats in 47-member lower house. DPT won no seats...
Un-culturing democracy in Bhutan
The second test to run for use of adult franchise for Bhutanese populous has opened the door wide open to let the voters know the level of freedom they get in terms of choosing the right persons they choose to rule them. The test is hard for the general...
DPT and money
Sustainability of political parties was one of the biggest debates in several sessions of the parliament for last four and half years. The question still remains unresolved whether parties can sustain themselves or need support. Until this day, parties are legally allowed to get financial donations only from the...
Seeking loan to pay loan:DPT
On Wednesday, the DPT leaders rushed to National Pension and Provident Fund seeking loans to pay their party as decided which they hope will erase party debt. The ruling party leaders intend to collect at least Nu 5.5 million through contribution of the party leaders. Each MP contributed Nu...