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December of 2000

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Tennis: Picking up but future uncertain

Tennis

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
DANTAK supports tobacco ban

Letters to the Editor

Dec 24, 2000 0 mins read
IT in every school: how realistic is the goal?

Computer/Internet

Dec 01, 2000 4 mins read
His Majesty meets more students in Thimphu

His Majesty

Dec 01, 2000 4 mins read
Bhutan to share $10 m grant from Global Fund

Health Trust Fund

Dec 01, 2000 3 mins read
Rangjung Kharsapani stolen from Punakha Dzong

Dratshang

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
Fence inconvenient

Letters to the Editor

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
A thank-you note

Letters to the Editor

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
Preserve traditional tunes

Letters to the Editor

Dec 01, 2000 0 mins read
A new use for an old utility

Letters to the Editor

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
Kerosene deflection in Samdrup Jongkhar

Energy (Solar, Water, Wind)

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
Sports

Sport

Dec 01, 2000 0 mins read
Flood forecasting

Landslides and Floods

Dec 01, 2000 0 mins read
Discovery Channel

Television (TV)

Dec 01, 2000 0 mins read
The challenges of change

Editorial

Dec 01, 2000 3 mins read
Daewoo's bankruptcy will not affect services: dealer

Private Sector

Dec 01, 2000 3 mins read
Rural credit delivery expensive: BDFC

Bhutan - Finance

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
Bhutan-China talks declared a success

Bhutan- China

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
A game or war ?

Archery

Dec 01, 2000 6 mins read
RCSC exam

Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC)

Dec 01, 2000 0 mins read
His Majesty the King celebrates National Day in Trashigang

National Day

Dec 22, 2000 13 mins read
Dubious trade

Editorial

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
Rabdey in development work

Dratshang

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
SEZAP discussion in Pemagatsel

Planning

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
Chorten built at accident-prone site near Dochula

Religious Personalities

Dec 01, 2000 1 mins read
Tennis: picking up but future uncertain

Tennis

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
IYV: building a case for volunteerism

Volunteers

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
Exercise underway to evaluate performances

Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC)

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
A family adventure

Tourism

Dec 01, 2000 2 mins read
The fire season

Editorial

Dec 15, 2000 1 mins read
Scouts activities at the grassroots emphasised

Education-Scout

Dec 29, 2000 1 mins read
A standard needed to recognise IT institutes : NTTA

National Technical Training Authority (NTTA)

Dec 29, 2000 2 mins read
An award for Bhutanese student in The Philippines

Awards

Dec 29, 2000 1 mins read
Mongar insists on buying local materials to boost economy

Dzongkhags

Dec 29, 2000 2 mins read
Disgruntled cable TV operators lodge complains at the BCCI

Television (TV)

Dec 29, 2000 3 mins read
Company declares trademark rights, but does it have legal backing ?

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

Dec 22, 2000 3 mins read
Expressway afoot amid daunting hurdles

Roads

Dec 22, 2000 2 mins read
Minimising fire hazards at Punakha Dzong

Dzongs

Dec 08, 2000 2 mins read
Telecom industry: opportunities and hurdles

Telecommunication Department

Dec 08, 2000 5 mins read
Climate change

Meteorology-Climate/Weather

Dec 08, 2000 0 mins read
Airport fire safety

Druk Air

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
WHO discusses intercountry collaboration

WHO (World Health Organisation)

Dec 08, 2000 3 mins read
Private sectors urge regional economic cooperation

Private Sector

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
Bhutan to focus on mental health

Health Disease

Dec 08, 2000 8 mins read
Connected

Computer/Internet

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
Website launched for Agriculture Ministry

Computer/Internet

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
Nu 10 m from Denmark for RAPA

Bhutan- Denmark/Finland/Norway

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
Senior U. S. officials visit Bhutan

Bhutan and other Countries

Dec 08, 2000 1 mins read
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US tariff policy and supply chain shift: Limited direct impact

The ongoing United States–China trade war is redrawing global supply chains, prompting companies to shift operations from China to countries such as India, Mexico, and those in Southeast Asia. This realignment, while aimed at larger economies, could present new openings for smaller, emerging economies like Bhutan.

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Bhutan’s trade with Thailand hits record high

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Apr 23, 2025 2 mins read
New vegetable market under construction in Samtse

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Apr 17, 2025 2 mins read
Organic vegetables provide new livelihoods for Kochin farmers

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Major financial sector reforms crucial to realising 13th Plan goals

Sweeping reforms in the financial sector are essential for the country to achieve the ambitious goals of its 13th Plan,...

Apr 14, 2025 3 mins read
AmA by Deki Natural Dyes

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Apr 09, 2025 3 mins read
Happiness with Mr Bhutan

In a world that first instills fear in us, only to sell us a product or service to eliminate that fear, we find ourselves trapped in a never ending cycle of anxiety and temporary relief. At a time when humanity is addicted to economic growth at all costs, it is easy to lose sight of the deeper question, the mother of why we do what we do: our pursuit of happiness.

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Ask Mr Bhutan

As a collective, humanity has never been richer, more connected, more informed, and more protected from all cause disease and mortality. Yet it is very clear t...

Apr 12, 2025 2 mins read
Religious gatherings must be organised better

If the concept of civic cleanliness is lacking in our culture, it becomes glaringly evident when the mass gathers for any event – festivals, sports and religious occasions.

May 15, 2025 2 mins read
Allow private participation in healthcare sector

For many decades, Bhutan has taken great pride in providing free healthcare to all its citizens. This noble mandate has...

May 14, 2025 2 mins read
Deferred loans signal deeper economic trouble

As the nation takes stock of its economic health, a troubling figure demands urgent attention. As of now, loans worth Nu...

May 13, 2025 2 mins read
Alcohol: A national crisis

Let’s face it. Alcohol has become a national problem. The statistics speak for itself.

May 12, 2025 2 mins read
Cannot afford a war in the region

With tensions escalating between India and Pakistan, the world is watching with a growing concern. The conflict is closest to our doors, the SAARC region, yet there seems to be some silence in calling out to de-escalate...

May 10, 2025 2 mins read
Health at the doorstep

The Ministry of Health’s launch of the Annual Household-Health Surveillance (AHS) programme marks a significant step in Bhutan’s journey toward strengthening primary healthcare. At a tim...

May 09, 2025 2 mins read
Digitising Bhutanese: A big step forward

The GovTech Agency’s initiative to equip half of Bhutan’s population with essential digital skills—or at least enable them to safely navigate online services—is not just timely but a necessary stride toward progress. With a target to achiev...

May 07, 2025 2 mins read
Building future: One dance, one wall, one child at a time

In an era where institutions are stretched thin and community bonds often feel like relics of the past, the story of Daw...

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A bigger tax pie, but fewer at the table

The latest figures from the Department of Revenue and Customs (DRC) reveal a significant increase in income tax collection—Nu 16.87 billion as of April 18 this year, marking a 16.81 percent surge compared to the same period last year. On th...

May 05, 2025 2 mins read
Media reflects

It is not often that media institutions introspect on their own standing. Yet, the annual release of global press freedom rankings invariably sparks reflection am...

May 03, 2025 2 mins read
BOB introduces flexible credit line and premium cards

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Mar 31, 2025 2 mins read
Online potato auction boosts trade and revenue

Potato trade has seen a major transformation since the launch of the online auction system under the Bhutan Commodities...

Mar 31, 2025 2 mins read
Mountain Hazelnuts secures USD 7.9M investment for climate-resilient farming

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Mar 31, 2025 1 mins read
Bhutan auctions wine on global stage

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Mar 28, 2025 2 mins read
Soyalla: The Bhutanese tofu maker

In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability....

Mar 21, 2025 3 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders....

Mar 22, 2025 1 mins read
Happiness with Mr Bhutan

Mar 15, 2025 4 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

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Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

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Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

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Unleashing private sector potential

Policymakers have reiterated the mantra that the private sector is the “engine of growth”.  This phrase has adorned nati...

May 02, 2025 2 mins read
Call for stronger biosecurity measures

The recent confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Dagana should serve as a serious wake-up call—not just for pig f...

May 01, 2025 2 mins read
Looking beyond the numbers

Bhutan’s economic outlook for the next fiscal year appears positive. According to the World Bank’s latest South Asia Dev...

Apr 30, 2025 2 mins read
Strengthening alternative dispute resolution

The business landscape in the country is rapidly evolving with foreign investments seen as critical to national developm...

Apr 29, 2025 2 mins read
Our forests are burning

Our forests, long a symbol of our environmental leadership, are going up in smoke. In just five months, fires have cause...

Apr 28, 2025 2 mins read

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