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Bhutan has partnered with global cryptocurrency giant Binance and local Digital Kidu (DK) Bank to launch a national-level crypto payment system for international visitors.
The hushed reverence of the hall, punctuated by the gentle rustle of serthra silk gho, held a particular weight on the e...
The fourth phase of the Million Fruit Trees Plantation (MFTP) initiative will introduce 15 premium, climate-resilient fr...
Dagana Dzongkhag is fast becoming a model for disability inclusion in the country, demonstrating that community leadersh...
In an insightful session of Wisdom for the Future: A JSW Talk Series, Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay sat down to ...
Bhutan’s national women’s cricket team wrapped up their campaign at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025 in...
Her Majesty the Royal Grandmother Gyalyum Kesang Choeden Wangchuck launched the third edition of the Zangdok Palri book,...
In a milestone for Bhutan’s burgeoning capacity in hydropower development, the 18MW Suchhu Hydropower Project, which was...
The Opposition Party has renewed its call for the government to scrap the recently reinstated Class X cut-off policy, wa...
Bhutan plans to register 205 local products under the Geographical Indication (GI) system by 2034 to brand its cultural...
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.
Bhutan’s imports from Thailand surged to Nu 2.67 billion in 2024, making the Southeast Asian country the third-largest s...
Samtse—For many years, farmers in Samtse have sold vegetables from under makeshift tents, battling monsoon rains and bla...
Tashichoeling, Samtse — For 78-year-old Kamala Tamang of Kochin in Tendruk, saving money in a bank had been unimaginable...
Sweeping reforms in the financial sector are essential for the country to achieve the ambitious goals of its 13th Plan,...
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.
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.
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...
The 18MW Suchhu Hydropower Project in Sombaykha, Haa will be remembered as a monumental milestone not only for the people of Haa but for the entire nation. This achievement stands as a source of immense pride for Bhutan, marking the first fully indigenous hydropower endeavor—designed, engineered, and constructed exclusively by Bhutanese hands.
Our healthcare system stands at a dangerous crossroads. What was once held up as a model of free, accessible care for al...
If the concept of civic cleanliness is lacking in our culture, it becomes glaringly evident when the mass gathers for an...
For many decades, Bhutan has taken great pride in providing free healthcare to all its citizens. This noble mandate has...
As the nation takes stock of its economic health, a troubling figure demands urgent attention. As of now, loans worth Nu...
Let’s face it. Alcohol has become a national problem. The statistics speak for itself.
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...
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...
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...
In an era where institutions are stretched thin and community bonds often feel like relics of the past, the story of Daw...
The Bank of Bhutan (BoB) unveiled two financial products—Credit Line Limit (CLL) and BOB Premium Card—at a networking ev...
Potato trade has seen a major transformation since the launch of the online auction system under the Bhutan Commodities...
Mountain Hazelnuts, one of Bhutan’s first fully foreign direct investment (FDI) companies, has secured USD 7.9 million e...
For the first time, Bhutanese vintage wine will go under the hammer on the global stage, marking a historic moment for t...
In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability....
A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders....
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
The latest figures from the Department of Revenue and Customs (DRC) reveal a significant increase in income tax collecti...
It is not often that media institutions introspect on their own standing. Yet, the annual release of global press freedo...
Policymakers have reiterated the mantra that the private sector is the “engine of growth”. This phrase has adorned nati...
The recent confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Dagana should serve as a serious wake-up call—not just for pig f...
Bhutan’s economic outlook for the next fiscal year appears positive. According to the World Bank’s latest South Asia Dev...
The 18MW Suchhu Hydropower Project in Sombaykha, Haa will be remembered as a monumental milestone not only for the people of Haa but for the entire nation. This achievement stands as a source of immense pride for Bhutan, marking the first fully indigenous hydropower endeavor—designed, engineered, and constructed exclusively by Bhutanese hands.
Read MoreThe National Assembly’s Economic and Finance Committee (EFC) yesterday held its first public hearing in Thimphu to scrutinise the implementation of the government’s Nu 15 billion Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP), which was initiated to revitalise the economy post Covid-19 pandemic.
Read MoreA Member of Parliament (MP) from the opposition party convicted of child molestation continues to hold office, igniting the debate over whether elected leaders convicted of crimes should be held to the same ethical, legal, and moral standards as ordinary citizens.
Read MoreThe state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in the country are under pressure to restructure how they allocate profits, with the finance ministry calling for a sharp increase in the share going to labour, from under 50 percent to about 70 percent, mainly to revitalise productivity and drive economic growth.
Read MoreThe Ministry of Health (MoH) has issued a public warning against individuals and entities operating private healthcare centres without official approval, warning that anyone found breaching rules will face regulatory action, including prosecution.
Read MoreBhutan’s spice sector is showing promise, but entrepreneurs like Chhimi Dorjee, founder of Bhutan Naturals, are finding the road to international markets steep and riddled with obstacles.
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