Bhutan's Historic India Visit: A Chance to Foster a Stronger Trilateral Partnership
7 years, 1 month ago

Bhutan's Historic India Visit: A Chance to Foster a Stronger Trilateral Partnership

Live Mint  

The Bhutan royal family's four-day visit to India signifies a significant moment in the bilateral relationship between the two countries. The visit provides an opportunity for reviewing the entire gamut of bilateral cooperation, including plans for celebrating the 73rd anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Bhutan. It also serves as a signal of India's special relationship with Bhutan, which is seen as a counterbalance to China's growing influence in the region. The visit is expected to foster greater understanding and cooperation between the two nations, paving the way for further regional integration initiatives such as the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).

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Bhutan's King and Queen arrive in New Delhi for two-day visit
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Bhutan's King and Queen arrive in New Delhi for two-day visit

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day official visit to India. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received them in New Delhi.Jaishankar noted that Bhutan King's visit to India will further strengthen the "unique bonds of friendship" shared by two nations.In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Honoured …

Bhutan King Wangchuck to begin two-day India visit on December 5
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Bhutan King Wangchuck to begin two-day India visit on December 5

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will visit India on December 5-6 for meetings with the Indian leadership to review bilateral relations. Wangchuck, who will be accompanied by Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck and senior officials, will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, external affairs minister S Jaishankar and senior Indian officials during the official visit, the external affairs ministry …

Bangladesh's Shift Towards China and Pakistan: New Challenges for India
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh's Shift Towards China and Pakistan: New Challenges for India

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: The eventual formation of a pro-Pakistan and pro-China government comprising the anti-India Bangladesh Nationalist Party and Jamaat-e-Islami in Dhaka appears to be a foregone conclusion and will be the latest in a series of challenges to confront New Delhi in the neighbourhood. In an attempt to keep pace with the enormously superior Chinese financial muscle, New Delhi, especially …

Letters
7 months, 1 week ago

Letters

The Hindu  

Published : May 16, 2024 11:00 IST - 4 MINS READ Deprivation As the lead article points out, unemployment, deprivation, and corruption are the biggest challenges we face today as a country. Kangayam R. Narasimhan Chennai Election 2024 The cacophony of voices of the BJP and the Congress seeking votes by amplifying the girl student’s death in Karnataka and the …

5 international road trips one can take from India
8 months, 2 weeks ago

5 international road trips one can take from India

India TV News  

Image Source : Google 1/6 5 international road trips one can take from India Image Source : Google 2/6 Nepal: Just a stone's throw away from northern India lies the enchanting land of Nepal, offering breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas and a rich tapestry of culture. The road trip from India to Bhutan typically begins from cities like Siliguri or …

With Bhutan’s Gelephu project in mind, India to double assistance to ₹10,000 crore for next 5 years
9 months ago

With Bhutan’s Gelephu project in mind, India to double assistance to ₹10,000 crore for next 5 years

The Hindu  

India has decided to double Bhutan’s assistance over the next five years, from ₹5,000 crore in 2019-2024 to ₹10,000 crore for the period till 2029, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced in Thimphu on Friday. pic.twitter.com/0BQVVsxmFf — Narendra Modi March 22, 2024 Mr. Modi’s specific mention of India’s support to the ‘Gelephu Mindfulness City’, which he called a “visionary project” launched …

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay arrives in India to begin his five-day official visit
9 months, 1 week ago

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay arrives in India to begin his five-day official visit

India TV News  

Thimphu: Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has arrived in India to begin his five-day visit to India till March 18. He is expected to hold wide-ranging talks with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, announced the Ministry of External Affairs, "PM @tsheringtobgay of Bhutan arrives in New Delhi on his first overseas visit after assuming office in …

How India-Bhutan ties remain a pillar of stability despite regional challenges
1 year ago

How India-Bhutan ties remain a pillar of stability despite regional challenges

Firstpost  

The conjoining of strategic imperatives has always been the hallmark of India-Bhutan security Pakistan and China have been particularly cautious and envious of the cordiality that characterises the relationship between Bhutan and India. Protracted discussions with His Majesty King-4, the prime minister, the Cabinet Secretary, and the Chief Operations Officer in 2013 revealed to the author that the Himalayan Kingdom’s …

Dragon diplomacy: Has China undermined the India-Bhutan relationship?
1 year, 1 month ago

Dragon diplomacy: Has China undermined the India-Bhutan relationship?

Firstpost  

It is up to Bhutan to maintain the traditionally close relationship with India for its own sake When the King of Bhutan state visits India for eight long days, family and official entourage in tow, you can surmise something is amiss in the traditionally warm relationship. The status quo has been threatened by 25 rounds of border talks between China …

Closer together: The Hindu Editorial on the India-Bhutan talks and the plans ahead
1 year, 1 month ago

Closer together: The Hindu Editorial on the India-Bhutan talks and the plans ahead

The Hindu  

The decision by India and Bhutan to focus on infrastructure and connectivity during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan’s fifth King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is an important marker towards more bilaterally driven regional initiatives. A joint statement speaks of completing surveys for the Kokrajhar-Gelephu rail link that connects Bhutan to Assam, and beginning discussions on another Bhutan …

Foreign Trips Under Rs 30,000: Four Countries Indians Can Make Budget-Friendly Trips To
1 year, 5 months ago

Foreign Trips Under Rs 30,000: Four Countries Indians Can Make Budget-Friendly Trips To

ABP News  

Fulfilling your dream of travelling abroad doesn't have to be a costly affair. Let's take a look at some of these affordable destinations that offer a fantastic travel experience for Indian travellers. Whether you want to embark on adventurous activities or simply soak in the local culture, you can easily manage your expenses within a budget of 30,000 rupees. With …

Is the India-Bhutan relationship intact?
1 year, 8 months ago

Is the India-Bhutan relationship intact?

The Hindu  

During Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s visit to New Delhi this month, India announced a number of measures to support its neighbour’s development plans. Before the King’s visit to India, Bhutanese Prime Minister Lotay Tshering had said in an interview that Bhutan and China have made considerable progress on demarcating border lines. Interview | Bhutan-China ties won’t harm India’s …

Substance and subtext: The Hindu Editorial on India-Bhutan ties
1 year, 8 months ago

Substance and subtext: The Hindu Editorial on India-Bhutan ties

The Hindu  

Bhutan’s fifth king, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s visit to India this week had both substance and subtext. Future partnerships could include space research, skilling, startups and STEM education, and a new Internet gateway for Bhutan, in keeping with the Bhutanese king’s new “Transform Initiative”. However, it is the visit’s subtext — after recent comments by Bhutan’s Prime Minister Lotay Tshering …

PM Modi holds talks with Bhutan King; focus on bilateral ties
1 year, 8 months ago

PM Modi holds talks with Bhutan King; focus on bilateral ties

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: The talks on Tuesday between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck covered entire gamut of bilateral ties including issues of respective national interests. Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra, when asked whether the Doklam issue figured in the talks, said India and Bhutan remained in close touch relating to security cooperation. The meeting between Modi …

Bhutan King Wangchuk To Begin 3-Day India Visit Today To Boost Economic Ties
1 year, 8 months ago

Bhutan King Wangchuk To Begin 3-Day India Visit Today To Boost Economic Ties

ABP News  

Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is scheduled to visit India from April 3 to 5 for a three-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral engagement. According to the MEA, the King Wangchuk's visit marks the continuation of the long bilateral tradition of periodic high-level exchanges between India and Bhutan. The MEA also stated that India and Bhutan have "unique ties …

All eyes on border talks between Bhutan, China as King begins India visit
1 year, 8 months ago

All eyes on border talks between Bhutan, China as King begins India visit

The Hindu  

As Bhutan’s fifth King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck arrives in Delhi on Monday afternoon at the invitation of President Droupadi Murmu, all eyes will be on his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, and any possible discussions on the progress in Bhutan-China boundary talks. While the Bhutanese King last met Mr. Modi in September last year, when he …

Bhutan King To Visit India From April 3-5 At President Droupadi Murmu's Invitation
1 year, 8 months ago

Bhutan King To Visit India From April 3-5 At President Droupadi Murmu's Invitation

ABP News  

The King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will be visiting India from April 3-5 at the invitation of the President of India, Droupadi Murmu. Droupadi Murmu, the King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will be on an official visit to India from 03 – 05 April, 2023.” As per the release, the king will …

Launch of India-Bhutan SAT marks new era in ties: Bhutan King
2 years ago

Launch of India-Bhutan SAT marks new era in ties: Bhutan King

The Hindu  

The launch of a joint India-Bhutan satellite, among the nine satellites launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation on Saturday, marks a “new era” in relations between the two countries, said Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. Bhutan’s Information and Communications Minister Karma Donnen Wangdi led a delegation to Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh to witness the launch of the “India-Bhutan …

Tourists give Bhutan a miss after Himalayan kingdom levies hefty fees for visitors
2 years, 2 months ago

Tourists give Bhutan a miss after Himalayan kingdom levies hefty fees for visitors

Firstpost  

A Drukair flight from Kathmandu with 23 international passengers aboard landed at the Paro airport on 23 September as Bhutan reopened its borders for tourists after 30 months following the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides the Rs 1,200 per day per person for Indian tourists and $200 for foreign nationals SDF also includes a mandatory tour guide which may range upto Rs …

Bhutan-China ties won’t harm India’s interests: Bhutan Foreign Minister
2 years, 5 months ago

Bhutan-China ties won’t harm India’s interests: Bhutan Foreign Minister

The Hindu  

India’s interests on the Doklam tri-junction will not be harmed or “compromised” by the agreement between Bhutan and China for a three-step “road map” to resolve their outstanding border disputes, Bhutan’s Foreign Minister Tandi Dorji said in an interview to The Hindu. He said that neighbours must find the way to “resolve issues” between them, and that Bhutan and China …

India, Bhutan to have 7 more entry-exit points for trade: Govt
3 years, 1 month ago

India, Bhutan to have 7 more entry-exit points for trade: Govt

India TV News  

India and Bhutan will have seven additional entry and exit points for trade as part of measures to increase trade connectivity, the government said on Wednesday. "The two sides held extensive discussions on the current trade and transit issues, including measures to further strengthen bilateral trade relations and issues of mutual interest, on ways to increase trade connectivity between the …

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