Bhutan Daily News 02-01-24

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Jan 2, 2024
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1. Nyilo Celebration at Lingkana Palace

Their Majesties hosted Thimphu children at Lingkana Palace to recite Lolay, marking Nyilo, a traditional holiday signifying the start of the new year in western Bhutan. Revived by the Tarayana Foundation and Folk Heritage Museum, this tradition continues to welcome children yearly at the Palace.

2. Youth Celebrate Nyilo with Lolay Recitations

About 700 youths in Thimphu participated in reciting Lolay, an age-old custom, visiting eleven locations on the eve of Nyilo, the winter solstice.

3. Delay in Tungkutenpa Internal Road Construction

Residents of Panbang’s Tungkutenpa face disappointment due to a one-year delay in completing the internal road construction, causing confusion and dissatisfaction.

4. Special Early Voting for Persons with Disabilities Begins

The Election Commission initiated a three-day Special Early Voting for nearly three thousand persons with disabilities ahead of the Fourth National Assembly Elections.

5. Arrest for Illicit Drug Trafficking in Paro

Paro Police arrested a businesswoman for drug trafficking, seizing a substantial quantity of Spasmo Proxyvon capsules, leading to her confession about acquiring the drugs from an unidentified dealer in Jaigoan, India.

6. Election Violation Fines Issued

Trashigang District Election Dispute Settlement Body fined a People’s Democratic Party candidate, a party supporter, and a business owner for breaching Election Act provisions.

7. Dorjilung Hydropower Project Progress Update

The Detailed Project Report for the 1,125-megawatt Dorjilung hydropower project in Mongar is expected to conclude by March, a significant development for the region's energy prospects.

8. Deki Natural Dyes and Handicraft’s Unique Endeavor

Deki Natural Dyes (DND) and Handicraft, a social enterprise, specializes in eco-friendly products like natural dyes, organic yarns, and handwoven fabrics, showcasing Bhutan’s distinct cultural heritage.

9. Decline in Hydropower Revenue

Reports indicate a substantial drop in hydropower revenue, both domestically and through exports, with a decrease of about Nu 996.47 million compared to the same period last year.

10. Mindfulness City Design in Gelephu

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), in collaboration with Arup and Cistri, unveiled plans for the Mindfulness City in Gelephu. Emphasizing Bhutan’s unique culture, Gross National Happiness principles, and eco-friendliness, this project aims to be the world’s first carbon-negative economic hub, spanning 1000 km² near the India-Bhutan border, focusing on green technology, education, and infrastructure.