Third Australia–Bhutan Research Conference bridges knowledge and innovation
Dec 04, 2025 3 mins read 1,590 views

The third Australia–Bhutan Research Conference began yesterday in Thimphu, bringing together over 40 researchers, academics, policymakers, and scholars for a vibrant exchange of knowledge and cross-pollination of ideas.

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Biren Kafley’s death: Custodial death or negligence?

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NC review exposes major barriers to Bhutan’s trade and export sectors

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Construction freeze worsens housing shortage in Gomtu

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BIRMS–mPay integration launched to streamline tax and revenue payments

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GoI disburses over Nu 12 billion for 13th Plan projects

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NA’s Social and Culture Committee raises concerns over cultural appropriateness in national events

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Viral clip sparks outcry, but gewog and contractor defend road quality

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NC ratifies BIMSTEC Agreement on Maritime Transport Cooperation

The National Council (NC) ratified the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (B...

Dec 06, 2025 2 mins read 847 views
Bhutan’s finance gap not about access, but structural readiness

As Bhutan prepares to host the two-day Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Impact Finance Forum from December 11, critic...

Dec 06, 2025 4 mins read 1,098 views
India releases Nu 1.31 billion for four key areas

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Dec 06, 2025 1 mins read 1,092 views
Building a shared Himalayan future through collaboration and science

It is a great honour for me to serve as the first Director General of ICIMOD from the region. The centre represents eigh...

Dec 06, 2025 4 mins read 1,390 views
Regional hub launches to accelerate climate action in HKH

A new regional hub aimed at strengthening climate action and transparent reporting across the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH)...

Dec 06, 2025 3 mins read 1,388 views
Bhutan celebrates International Volunteer Day

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NA proposes single digital platform to seal corruption loopholes

The Good Governance Committee of the National Assembly has urged the House to mandate the immediate establishment of a s...

Dec 05, 2025 3 mins read 1,491 views
NA adopts Co-operatives Bill to enhance market access and community empowerment

The National Assembly yesterday deliberated and adopted the Co-operatives and Farmer Groups Bill of Bhutan 2025. The Bil...

Dec 05, 2025 3 mins read 781 views
Conference highlights missing links between research, industry, and government

Researchers, innovators, and policymakers highlighted the urgent need to strengthen collaboration among Bhutan’s researc...

Dec 05, 2025 3 mins read 974 views
132kV substation to end Panbang’s power woes

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Dec 05, 2025 2 mins read 827 views
Finding ability beyond disability: A journey to independence

Trashigang —The soft rhythm of a chisel against wood fills the quiet room as 28-year-old Tenzin Wangchuk rolls his wheelchair across Draktsho East’s production unit floor. Each curve he carves tells a story not only of craft, but of resilience.

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