January of 1978

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MINISTERS VISIT GAYLEGPHUG DISTRICT

Tour

Jan 29, 1978 0 mins read
A GLANCE AT BHUTAN'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Economic Development

Jan 29, 1978 8 mins read
MASS MEDIA AS A DEVELOPMENT AID

Colombo Plan

Jan 22, 1978 2 mins read
HOME AND FINANCE MINISTERS VISIT CHIRANG

Tour

Jan 22, 1978 2 mins read
ROI ASKS INDIANS IN BHUTAN TO MAKE MORE FRIENDS

Republic Day Of India

Jan 22, 1978 2 mins read
HIS MAJESTY FELICITATES INDIAN AND AUSTRALIAN LEADERS

His Majesty

Jan 22, 1978 1 mins read
TRAINEES FOR COURSES ABROAD

Training

Jan 15, 1978 1 mins read
MONGAR HOSPITAL TAKES MEDICAL CARE TO VILLAGES

Mongar Hospital

Jan 15, 1978 1 mins read
SPEEDY EXECUTION OF COMMAND WORKS IN TASHIGANG

Trashigang

Jan 15, 1978 3 mins read
CLASS VIII COMMON EXAMINATION OF 1977

Students

Jan 01, 1978 1 mins read
SOME IMPORTANT HEADLINES IN KUENSEL IN 1977

Year Ender News

Jan 01, 1978 2 mins read
BHUTAN PARTICIPATES IN ASIAN SOCCER TOURNAMENT

Sport

Jan 01, 1978 1 mins read
AUSTRALIA GIFTS BULLS TO BHUTAN UNDER THE COLOMBO PLAN

Animal Husbandry

Jan 01, 1978 1 mins read
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Sexuality education gains ground but cultural barriers persist

Despite efforts to integrate comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) into the school system, deep-rooted cultural taboos and logistical hurdles continue to hinder its effectiveness.

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Plans underway to develop Khotokha into a model eco-tourism destination

Wangdue—Khotokha valley in Wangdue, which has seen little to no tourists, could soon become a model for sustainable tour...

Mar 20, 2025 3 mins read
LeadHership Policy-thon involves young changemakers to shape gender-inclusive policies

Young minds from across the country gathered in the capital for the LeadHership Policy-thon, a two-day policy sprint des...

Mar 20, 2025 2 mins read
Bhutanese climate activist cycles across Australia to warn of vanishing glaciers

Forty-two-year old Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk, a climate advocate, has embarked on a 4,332-kilometre (km) journey across A...

Mar 20, 2025 3 mins read
Huge cost of climate change

As climate change affects Bhutan’s mountainous landscape, entire communities are being forced to relocate. Last year, around 72 households from Thangza-Toenchoe chiwogs in Lunana, a remote glacial regi...

Mar 19, 2025 4 mins read
Living with fear in the US?

The small Bhutanese community in the US—and their loved ones back home—are closely watching as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on illegal immigration. With US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) launching large-scale deportation sweeps, anxiety is mounting over reports of Bhutanese nationals appearing on ICE lists circulating on social media.

Feb 01, 2025 2 mins read
Faith-based change should work

Long before modern conservation theories emerged, Bhutan and its people championed a form of sustainable living deeply rooted in Buddhism. The power of faith, reflected in a new initiative by the World Wildlife...

Jan 30, 2025 2 mins read
Big dreams need bold reforms

As Bhutanese, we are proud of our distinct identity. The most common narrative is how we take pride in our history, rich cultural heritage, pristine environment, carbon-negative status, and Gross National...

Jan 29, 2025 2 mins read
On the right step

The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has taken a commendable stride by initiating a comprehensive plan to engage the private sector in the 13th Plan. This mo...

Jan 28, 2025 2 mins read
Bridging interest and action in education gap

The mentoring programme initiated by the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), in partnership with the A...

Jan 27, 2025 2 mins read

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Ed Sheeran in Bhutan: A harmony of aspirations

Bhutan witnessed an extraordinary event that left its mark not just on those who attended, but also on the nation as a w...

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Fire accidents demand urgent action from All

Forest fires in Thimphu have become an alarming, recurring issue. The destructive fires not only threaten the delicate e...

Jan 24, 2025 2 mins read
Smuggling and investigations

It is said that crime and sex stories sell well in the media. This could be true considering the questions from the publ...

Jan 23, 2025 2 mins read
What a contrast!

In the face of rising unemployment, the latest labour force survey report comes as a big concern demanding immediate att...

Jan 22, 2025 2 mins read
Paying for a fault not ours

This year, 2025, will be the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation, with March 21 to be observed as the World Day...

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Recents

Ask Mr Bhutan

A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders. We should minimize criticism and punishment while providing more practical, loving guidance.

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Bhutan moves towards 4G and 5G:3G phase-out underway

To enhance user experience with faster and more reliable mobile services, Bhutan Telecom (BT) is phasing out its 3G network. As part of this transition, 58,000 BT users with 3G-only SIMs have been asked to upgrade to 4G, according to the Bhutan Information and Media Authority (BICMA).

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Tuberculosis: Still a health concern

Tuberculosis (TB) cases have been steadily rising in Bhutan over the past five years, making it a major public health concern. On average, TB cases have increased by 22 annually. In 2024, Bhutan recorded 920 cases, including 66 cases of drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB), with 36 fatalities.

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