Bhutan Daily News 14-04-23
- Saidpiece
- Apr 14, 2023
- 2 min read
Bhutan is to soon graduate from the Least Developed Countries and the Prime Minister assured that it is a proud moment for the country. The Prime Minister also said that Bhutan is ready to graduate after two consecutive assessments and that graduation from LDC will not impact its relationship with the Government of India.
His Royal Highness Gyaltshab Jigme Dorji Wangchuck graced the golden jubilee celebration of Muenselling Institute at Khaling in Trashigang yesterday. More than 200 visually impaired students have graduated from the institute since its inception. The institute was established in 1973 upon the command of His Royal Highness Prince Namgyal Wangchuck, with Einar Kippenes from Norway as the first Principal and three students.
Healthcare service across the country is expected to become more efficient. The Health Ministry officially launched its electronic patient information system or e-PIS today at the National Referral Hospital. With the launch of the system, health centres across the country will soon start keeping track of medical records online. The system is a part of the Digital Drukyul Flagship Programme of the 12th Five Year Plan, which is expected to transform Bhutan into a smart and inclusive country by harnessing the potential of information and communications technology.
People exiting the pedestrian terminal in Phuentshogling will no longer have to pay the user fee of Nu 10 starting today. This is in accordance with the Cabinet Secretary’s notification issued last month. However, people entering the terminal will have to continue paying the user fee.
The Ambassadors of Norway, Switzerland, Austria, Egypt, Spain, Slovak Republic, Mongolia and Serbia, presented their credentials to His Majesty The King at the Tashichhodzong this morning.
His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Those business entities that are not making use of current deposit or CD accounts are likely to be fined during Tax Assessment. The Department of Revenue and Customs will be checking both the CD and saving accounts of business entities in a move to address tax evasion. Foreign Affairs and External Trade Minister Dr Tandi Dorji said this during the Meet the Press session today.
Gasa is determined to bring back the famous Gasa Tshachhu. Restoration works, landslide mitigation, and infrastructure development works among others are in full swing today. If everything goes as planned, people can expect to soak in the Tshachhu again by September this year.
Bhutan Tendrel Party declared one more candidate today. 41-year-old Dorji from Nabji village in Korphu Gewog will represent the party from the Dragteng-Langthil constituency in Trongsa. He has masters in Instructional Leadership and Management from the Paro College of Education. He has worked as a teacher for 17 years and served as the Principal of Langthil Lower Secondary School before joining the party. BTP has announced 28 candidates so far.
The ongoing work to lay water pipeline works in Samtse town has worsened the condition of roads along several stretches making life difficult for people residing in the area, especially near the main road. Residents claim the delay in the repair of the roads dug up for laying water pipelines has increased dust pollution and caused great inconveniences to motorists and pedestrians.
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