December of 1985

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New Syllabus for Primary Schools

Education-Policy/Planning/Conference Workshop

Dec 28, 1985 3 mins read 424 views
Study Tour by NWAB

National Women Association (NWA)

Dec 28, 1985 2 mins read 401 views
BHUTAN PARTICIPATES IN SECOND SOUTH ASIAN FEDERATION GAMES

South Asian Federation Games (SAFG)

Dec 28, 1985 1 mins read 358 views
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Memorial Gold Cup

Sport

Dec 21, 1985 1 mins read 366 views
Bhutan to participate in Second South Asian Federation Games

South Asian Federation Games (SAFG)

Dec 21, 1985 1 mins read 351 views
Education on Health

Health Activities

Dec 21, 1985 0 mins read 429 views
Reshuffle of Senior Officials

Transfer

Dec 21, 1985 2 mins read 452 views
New Envoy to India Announced

Bhutan-Embassies

Dec 21, 1985 0 mins read 360 views
Senior Official Promoted

Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC)

Dec 21, 1985 1 mins read 332 views
NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATED

National Day

Dec 21, 1985 2 mins read 0 views
Charter of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation

SAARC Countries

Dec 14, 1985 6 mins read 527 views
First SARC Summit in Dhaka

SAARC Summit

Dec 14, 1985 4 mins read 329 views
Interview of the Week

Kuensel

Dec 07, 1985 2 mins read 316 views
Ven. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche in Paro

Religious Personalities

Dec 07, 1985 0 mins read 326 views
New Currency Notes In Circulation

Royal Monetary Authority (RMA)

Dec 07, 1985 1 mins read 299 views
Venerable Dorji Lopon Visits Chirang

Religious Personalities

Dec 07, 1985 0 mins read 343 views
Farmers Training at Agriculture Farm, Bhur

Agriculture Activities

Dec 07, 1985 1 mins read 323 views
World Religion Promotes Religious Dialogue for World Peace

International Convention

Dec 07, 1985 2 mins read 294 views
Symposium on Buddhist Heritage

Buddhism

Dec 07, 1985 1 mins read 320 views
Strong move against corruption

Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC)

Dec 26, 1985 5 mins read 278 views
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Authorities tighten SIM card rules, implement real-time freezing to halt digital scammers

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Nov 01, 2025 2 mins read 655 views
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Gelephu’s halfway home gives second chances

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Education ministry rolls out TVET reforms to build a future-ready workforce

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What His Majesty’s visit to Australia means

"To our fellow Bhutanese living abroad, know that you are always in my thoughts. Even though you are away from home, I know your hearts are with us in Bhutan. You yearn to be home with your family and friends. If you could choose, you would be here."

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The case for seasonal foreign workers in agriculture

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Oct 11, 2024 2 mins read 1,412 views
The impossible challenge: Raising Nu 500 billion FDI

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Our carbon potential: Challenges and solutions

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Mindfulness: The new paradigm

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Bhutan’s quiet leadership

As the world faces unprecedented environmental and social crises, Bhutan stands quietly as a picture of hope and resilience.

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When classrooms become dividers, not equalisers

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Clamp down on fronting to safeguard our economy

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A bold plan for tomorrow

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Breaking the cycle of domestic violence

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Recents

Parliament to deliberate five bills in winter session

The upcoming fourth session of the Fourth Parliament will deliberate on five bills and ratify several agreements, including one new agreement. The session is tentatively scheduled to commence on November 27. The National Assembly recently held its preliminary session in preparation for finalising the agenda for the fourth session.

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Court judgements still out of public reach

Every year, courts across the country deliver thousands of judgements. Yet, for the public, much of the judiciary’s work remains hidden behind courtroom walls. On the official website of the judiciary, only six judgements have been uploaded for public access. This limited disclosure is in clear contrast to what the law requires.

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Should we control social media?

The news of Australia passing a social media ban for children under 16 has sent ripples across the globe, igniting similiar conversations amongf Bhutanese parents. Some are talking if Bhutan should follow suit.

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