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June of 2021

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NA adopts Tobacco Bill with NC's recommendation

Parliament

Jun 30, 2021 1 mins read
Police record 24 pregnancy cases among students

Gender

Jun 30, 2021 2 mins read
Long duration of lockdown impacts education

Letter to the editor

Jun 30, 2021 1 mins read
Thimphu's monsoon woes

Editorial

Jun 30, 2021 2 mins read
Hitting the right note

Politics

Jun 30, 2021 2 mins read
His Majesty graces Parliament closing session

Royal

Jun 30, 2021 2 mins read
Loan deferment extended by one more year

Banks

Jun 30, 2021 3 mins read
Landslide claims two lives in Phuentsholing

Disaster

Jun 30, 2021 3 mins read
SKD All-Stars lifts first title

Sports

Jun 06, 2021 2 mins read
Mountain Hazelnut sends employees on compulsory leave

Agriculture

Jun 06, 2021 2 mins read
Entertainment centres will remain closed

Entertainment

Jun 06, 2021 1 mins read
We need a greener city

Letter to the editor

Jun 06, 2021 1 mins read
Learning from animals?

Editorial

Jun 06, 2021 2 mins read
OAG vs Penjore case getting closer to court

Judiciary

Jun 06, 2021 3 mins read
NC proposes to enact Civil Liability or Torts Act

Parliament

Jun 06, 2021 3 mins read
ACC drops corruption case involving SMCL officials

ACC-RAA-OAG

Jun 06, 2021 2 mins read
Two test positive for Covid-19 in Gomtu

Health

Jun 06, 2021 2 mins read
Education_The Square One!

Perspective

Jun 27, 2021 5 mins read
Mochhu diversion work completes in Gasa

Dzongkhag

Jun 27, 2021 1 mins read
Locals take up road widening work

Road

Jun 27, 2021 1 mins read
Waiting for our second doses

Letter to the editor

Jun 27, 2021 1 mins read
Who should manage PM's office?

Editorial

Jun 27, 2021 2 mins read
The burden of proof for task force and DCCL

Health

Jun 27, 2021 2 mins read
Singapore supports Bhutan in technical education

Education

Jun 29, 2021 1 mins read
MoE reaches out to students with disabilities

Education

Jun 29, 2021 3 mins read
Tsethar pigs, stench and pollution in Paro

Feature Story

Jun 29, 2021 3 mins read
Principles of natural justice must prevail

Editorial

Jun 29, 2021 2 mins read
On the ban and legislation

Letter to Editor

Jun 29, 2021 2 mins read
DoR deploys engineers to launch bridge

Road

Jun 29, 2021 1 mins read
Bye-election Mongar : Karma Lhamo wins with DNT

Election

Jun 29, 2021 2 mins read
Boulder export struggles to pick up in Gelephu

Trade

Jun 28, 2021 2 mins read
Time to protect our youth

Letter to the editor

Jun 28, 2021 1 mins read
Much to be done

Editorial

Jun 28, 2021 2 mins read
Bhutan and India hold 3rd Plan talks virtually

Foreign Affairs

Jun 28, 2021 0 mins read
Mongar sets for the bye-election

Election

Jun 28, 2021 1 mins read
Both Houses of Parliament pass Customs Bill

Parliament

Jun 28, 2021 3 mins read
NC passes Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill

Parliament

Jun 28, 2021 2 mins read
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Bhutan emerged as the top medal-winning nation at the first South Asia Youth Judo Development Tournament and Camp, held in Thimphu on May 10, clinching 23 medals—including six gold, 12 silver, and five bronze.

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Bhutan bows out after 2-2 draw against Maldives in SAFF U-19 Championship

Bhutan’s under (U)-19 men’s national football team played out a spirited 2-2 draw against the Maldives yesterday in the...

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eDNA lab cuts costs, transforms biodiversity research

Since the launch of the Environmental Deoxyribonucleic Acid (eDNA) laboratory at the College of Natural Resources (CNR),...

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Gelephu—At least three international construction firms are expected to undertake the 13.6-kilometre Gelephu–Tareythang...

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Bhutan expands critical care services with focus on safety and training

Bhutan’s critical care services are steadily expanding as the government intensifies efforts to improve infection contro...

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Bhutan’s eco-tourism push gains ground with focus on women and community empowerment

Eco-tourism in Bhutan is emerging as a powerful tool to protect natural and cultural heritage while delivering tangible...

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Cambridge curriculum alignment yet to be finalised

The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has not yet reached a final decision on adopting the Cambridge...

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Ceasefire between India and Pakistan calms situation

India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire across land, air and sea on May 10 starting 5:00 pm—after an intense war—haltin...

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College of Natural Resources (CNR), Lobesa—As discussions on climate change unfolded—tracing its sweeping effects from m...

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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 fro...

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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

Bhutan’s imports from Thailand surged to Nu 2.67 billion in 2024, making the Southeast Asian country the third-largest s...

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New vegetable market under construction in Samtse

Samtse—For many years, farmers in Samtse have sold vegetables from under makeshift tents, battling monsoon rains and bla...

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

Tashichoeling, Samtse — For 78-year-old Kamala Tamang of Kochin in Tendruk, saving money in a bank had been unimaginable...

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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

In an age dominated by fast fashion and synthetic dyes, a Bhutanese entrepreneur is turning to the past to craft a more sustainable future using natural dyes.

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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
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 ensured that no Bhutanese is denied medical treatment due to financial constraints. However, the time has come to confront an uncomfortable truth: public healthcare alone is no longer sufficient to meet the growing and complex health needs of the people.

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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.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 national plans, speeches, and policy statements for decades, to the point that it has become a passé, nothing...

May 02, 2025 2 mins read
BOB introduces flexible credit line and premium cards

The Bank of Bhutan (BoB) unveiled two financial products—Credit Line Limit (CLL) and BOB Premium Card—at a networking ev...

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

Mountain Hazelnuts, one of Bhutan’s first fully foreign direct investment (FDI) companies, has secured USD 7.9 million e...

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Bhutan auctions wine on global stage

For the first time, Bhutanese vintage wine will go under the hammer on the global stage, marking a historic moment for t...

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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

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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...

Feb 08, 2025 1 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

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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
Strengthening the bond of friendship

Bhutan is celebrating the state visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Q...

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Recents

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 ensured that no Bhutanese is denied medical treatment due to financial constraints. However, the time has come to confront an uncomfortable truth: public healthcare alone is no longer sufficient to meet the growing and complex health needs of the people.

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Bhutan’s GDP reaches Nu 273.3 billion in 2024

Bhutan’s economy expanded to Nu 273.3 billion in 2024, marking a 6.06 percent growth for the year, driven largely by a strong fourth-quarter (October to December) performance, according to provisional figures released by the National Statistics Bureau.

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