July of 1986

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Mongar Group Recommends Improvements in Kheng

Dzongkhags

Jul 05, 1986 1 mins read
Austrian mountaineers to attempt Gangkar Pinsum

TourismTourism

Jul 20, 1986 0 mins read
Students join the Sangha

Buddhism

Jul 20, 1986 3 mins read
Nation mourns Dasho Lam Penjor's death

Diseased Personalities

Jul 20, 1986 3 mins read
Promotions by Je Khenpo

Dratshang

Jul 12, 1986 0 mins read
Dasho Ugen Dorji awarded red scarf

Promotion

Jul 12, 1986 1 mins read
Home and Finance win archery tournament

Sport

Jul 12, 1986 0 mins read
Test Flight in Paro

Druk Air

Jul 12, 1986 1 mins read
Indian Minister Visits Bhutan<br>

Bhutan- India

Jul 12, 1986 1 mins read
National Assembly Concludes

National Assembly

Jul 05, 1986 2 mins read
SAARC Study Group Deplores Terrorism

SAARC Activities

Jul 05, 1986 1 mins read
ASSOCIATE TEACHERS WORKSHOP BY NIE AT YHS, THIMPHU

Education-Policy/Planning/Conference Workshop

Jul 05, 1986 3 mins read
National ICSC Results

Education-BBE

Jul 05, 1986 3 mins read
Cultural Show For NA Members

National Assembly

Jul 05, 1986 0 mins read
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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 region, were displaced due to the escalating risks of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). They were resettled in Damthangkha, Bayza-Gangjuk, and Dungbiteng.

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Investigation exposes unfair practices, hygiene issues, and vendor exploitation at Tsirang slaughterhouse

An investigation by the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) has revealed patterns of price manipulation, v...

Mar 19, 2025 3 mins read
Nurturing young minds: Bhutan’s nationwide push for playful parenting

Bhutan has taken a major step in transforming early childhood development with the Care for Child Development Plus (C4CD...

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GMC sparks hope in Lhamoizingkha

Lhamoizingkha, Dagana—For decades, the three gewogs of Karmaling, Lhamoizingkha, and Nichula in Dagana have remained on the periphery of economic development, despite their strategic location near the Indian states o...

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Betel leaf farming yields success

Sarpang—What began as a modest greenhouse experiment for Tshering Zangmo has now blossomed into a thriving commercial betel leaf (Bangla paan) plantation—one that is inspiring farmers across Tashithang in Umling, Sarpan...

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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.

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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
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...

Jan 25, 2025 2 mins read
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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