Bhutan Daily News 06-01-24

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Jan 6, 2024
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1. RTC Women's FC Triumph in Bhutan Women's National League

RTC Women’s FC clinched their first Bhutan Women’s National League title, securing victory with a 3-2 win against Gelephu Academy Girls and concluding the season on 31 points.

2. ECB Investigation on Alleged Voter Ferrying

The Election Commission of Bhutan intercepted vehicles allegedly ferrying voters to different districts. After an investigation, no conclusive evidence was found, allowing the vehicles to proceed.

3. Media Arbitrator's Action Against Defamatory Content

The Office of the Media Arbitrator issued warnings to individuals for sharing defamatory videos and hate speech regarding political parties, ordering the removal of the content.

4. Enforcement of Media Regulations

The Office of the Media Arbitrator fined an individual and issued reprimands and warnings to others for violating ECB rules, spreading hate messages, and defaming the Bhutan Tendrel Party.

5. Trade Issues Addressed in Bhutan-Bangladesh Dialogue

Bhutanese exporters proposed railway connectivity to tackle entry-exit port shortages in trade with Bangladesh. Discussions also included an extension for using uncertified packing boxes in orange exports.

6. Cultural Practices Between Haa and Paro

Despite geographic distance, cultural ties persist between Haa and Paro districts, exemplified by the shared tradition of offering the first harvest to Haa’s local deity, Chungdu.

7. Farming Challenges in Khebishing and Bahkaphai

The presence of stones on farmlands creates unique farming hurdles for the people of Khebishing and Bahkaphai villages in Balam Gewog, Monggar. The Balam Gewog Administration is managing over 60 acres of farmland to address this issue.

8. ECB's Handling of Voter Ferrying Allegations

The Election Commission intercepted vehicles allegedly ferrying voters to different districts based on credible information but couldn't establish conclusive evidence. Passengers were allowed to proceed, and local Election Authorities emphasized exercising voting rights without bias.

9. Expansion of Gelephu Airport to International Level

Gelephu Special Administrative Zone is set to upgrade its airport to an international standard, with expansion works slated to commence in March.

10. Infrastructure Promises in Anticipation of Gelephu Mindfulness City

Candidates from Bhutan Tendrel Party (BTP) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Panbang pledge to construct a national highway from Panbang to Tareythang in Sarpang, coinciding with expectations surrounding the Gelephu Mindfulness City.