State-owned enterprises (SOEs) aim to achieve a tenfold revenue expansion in line with the government’s 2050 economic growth target. However, they say that a substantial initial capital injection will be necessary.
Nearly a year after the government announced 100 percent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the agriculture sector, some 12 interested foreign companies are waiting for the Cabinet to approve the FDI policy to enter the...
The Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bhutan (KGUMSB) will construct a fully-fledged campus for its Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme at Wangchutaba in Babesa, Thimphu.
Bhutan’s agricultural exports saw a strong performance last year, generating Nu 3.51 billion from both primary and processed products, according to Bhutan Trade Statistics (BTS) 2023 and 2024 data.
Agenda Chikha, a collaborative initiative between the government and key stakeholders, has committed USD eight million to strengthen disability inclusion through a structured framework of programmes extending until 2028.
High upfront costs, uncertain returns, market barriers, limited access to credit, and a lack of awareness are among the key challenges preventing Bhutanese farmers from adopting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA).
Punakha—The annual Punakha Tshechu and Dromchoe festivals this year witnessed an increase in tourist arrivals.
A draft list circulating on social media and international news outlets suggests that Bhutan could face an entry ban or...
The four-day Startup Community Bootcamp (SCB) and National Startup Weekend (NSUW) 2025 wrapped up on Saturday, providing...
The Royal Audit Authority (RAA) has raised concerns over the effectiveness of investments in agriculture and livestock p...
Phuentsholing—The construction of the Bhawanijhora underpass culvert in Pasakha, a critical infrastructure project long...
Lhamoidzingkha, Dagana—As the conch shell’s haunting call reverberates through the dense forest, more than 7,000 devotees gather at the shores of Khurul Lake. Many have travelled from distant towns and across the border in India to celebrate Faguwa Purnima, better known as Holi.
Khotokha, Wangdue—Dolung Sherub Yoedsel Chhoeling Goenpa—commonly known as Dolung Monastery—is a sacred 17th century monument in Khotokha valley, Bjena gewog, Wangdue.
Khotokha, Wangdue—Nestled in the serene valley of Khotokha in Bjena gewog, Dechen Draphug Nye is a sacred pilgrimage sit...
Punakha: Funding for a long-awaited Changyuel Galem’s house restoration project is finally expected to be disbursed by the end of the first quarter of 2025, with Euro 130,000 (approximately Nu 10 million) pledged by a donor a...
Trongsa—Sixty-seven-year-old Nakari from Jangbi, Trongsa, is the last person in the Mon community to wear the ancestral...
Punakha—“My daughter is 14 years old and has never set foot in a classroom,” says Kinley Sithup, 55, her voice heavy wit...
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| BBPL | 0.03 | 25.79 |
| BCCL | -1.03 | 48.14 |
| BFAL | -25.13 | 133.81 |
| BIL | 2.36 | 71.30 |
| BPCL | 0.00 | 43.00 |
| BTCL | 0.00 | 600.00 |
| DFAL | 9.39 | 104.02 |
| DPL | 0.50 | 14.50 |
| DPNB | 0.67 | 30.08 |
| DWAL | 8.36 | 113.30 |
| GICB | -0.16 | 26.84 |
| KCL | -2.00 | 32.00 |
| PCAL | 0.13 | 30.00 |
| RICB | -0.06 | 83.94 |
| STCB | 0.05 | 51.00 |
| TBL | 1.58 | 54.93 |
| SVL | 0.01 | 5.48 |
BHOJPUR – On a recent morning, Anita Rai made her way down the steep hill from Kattike Bisauni Chowk, in Hatuwagadhi Rur...
Bhutanese para shot putter Chimi Dema clinched a silver medal at the 2025 World Para Athletics Grand Prix in New Delhi, India, on March 12.
