Bhutan Daily News 14-01-24
- Saidpiece
- Jan 14, 2024
- 2 min read
1. Royal Wedding Extravaganza in Brunei
Congratulations to His Royal Highness Prince 'Abdul Mateen and Her Royal Highness Pengiran Anisha Rosnah binti Adam on their marriage. Their Majesties attended the Royal Bersanding Ceremony at Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan, graced by world leaders and dignitaries, including the King and Queen of Malaysia and the Presidents of Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines.
2. Nationwide Grafting Program for Hazelnuts
Mountain Hazelnuts Venture launched a nationwide grafting program in Dagana to improve hazelnut fruiting. The initiative aims to replace non-productive hazelnut varieties with those better adapted to Bhutan's climate, covering 4,000 acres by 2027. The company covers all expenses for this climate-adaptation grafting project.
3. Drug Testing Reveals Positive Cases in Thimphu
Nine men, aged 16 to 33, tested positive for drugs during a random check at the Thimphu city bus parking. This follows a similar incident in Paro and Chuzom where 21 individuals, including a trafficker, were found positive during a drug check.
4. PDP's Immediate Actions as New Government
As the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) prepares to lead Bhutan’s fourth democratically elected government, they outlined 13 pledges to be endorsed immediately after the formation of the new cabinet. The pledges were part of the party's campaign for the 2023-2024 National Assembly Elections.
5. Potato Cultivation Challenges in Bumthang’s Domkhar Chiwog
The community in Domkhar Chiwog, Bumthang, faces persistent challenges in potato cultivation, impacting their primary economic activity. Although there are no official reports of declining production in other parts of the district, Domkhar Chiwog residents have noticed a drop in both quality and quantity of their potato harvest.
6. Prosperous Orange Season in Zhemgang
Orange growers in Zhemgang are enjoying a prosperous season, fetching double the earnings compared to the previous year. Oranges remain a significant source of income for villagers in lower Zhemgang.
7. Pork Shortage Woes in Tsirang
Despite Tsirang's reputation for producing substantial livestock products, including pork, residents face a shortage in their local market. Meat shop owners from distant districts purchase pork directly from piggery farms in Tsirang at higher prices, leaving locals with insufficient supply.
8. Conclusion of Medicine Buddha Drubchen in Lhuentse
The fifth Medicine Buddha or Sangay Menlha Drubchen, presided over by His Holiness the Je Khenpo, concluded at Namdroling Goenzin Dratshang in Lhuentse. Around 200 monks participated in the four-day ceremony, with a Medicine Buddha Thongdrel unfurled at the closing event for the nation's wellbeing.
9. Futsal Ground Boosts Entertainment in Lhamoi Dzingkha Dungkhag
Lhamoi Dzingkha Dungkhag in Dagana celebrates the construction of its first futsal ground, providing entertainment and engagement for residents and youths.
10. Cardamom Yield Decline in Gongdu Gewog, Monggar
Gongdu Gewog in Monggar, a major cardamom-producing region, faces a decline in spice yield due to fungal diseases and pest attacks, particularly in Dagsa-Kumadzong Chiwog, a major contributor to Gongdu Gewog’s cardamom production.
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