December of 1990

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The year ends with a unanimous call for a lasting solution

Anti-nationals

Dec 28, 1990 2 mins read
Tangmachu school holds sports meet

Sport

Dec 21, 1990 1 mins read
Football coaching camp

Sport

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
Bhutanese students in Delhi win medals

Awards

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
Lhabub Duechen : when Lord Buddha descended from among the gods

Festival (A-Z)

Dec 28, 1990 4 mins read
His Majesty the King visits security troop

His Majesty

Dec 28, 1990 4 mins read
Samprup Jongkhar ready to protect the nation

His Majesty - National Tour

Dec 28, 1990 8 mins read
People of Pemagatshel stress resettlement in the south

His Majesty - National Tour

Dec 28, 1990 7 mins read
Break-in

Crime

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
Orange export

Exports

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
House gutted

Accident

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
New concept in exams

Education-BBE

Dec 28, 1990 0 mins read
Smoking at BOD station

Letters to the Editor

Dec 21, 1990 0 mins read
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Sporting landscape expands with six new disciplines

The sporting scene in the country is evolving, with six new sports gaining ground in the past five years. Adding to the country’s existing 20 recognised sports, the rise of Teqball, Baseball and Softball, Beach Volleyball, Kho Kho, Alpine Skiing, Enduro Cycling, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) indicate growing  enthusiasm for athletic pursuits.

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BNB empowers youth with financial knowledge during Global Money Week

Global Money Week 2025, a worldwide initiative to promote financial literacy among young people, kicked off on March 17...

Mar 21, 2025 2 mins read
Eco-friendly roads to battle high-altitude challenges

The country’s mountainous terrain and extreme weather conditions make road construction challenging, with issues such as...

Mar 21, 2025 3 mins read
Financial institutions disburse Nu 667 million under Reinvigoration Fund

Seven participating financial institutions (PFIs) have approved Nu 667.32 million in loans under the Economic Stimulus P...

Mar 20, 2025 2 mins read
Eastern hoteliers call for SDF waiver to boost tourism

Hoteliers in six eastern dzongkhags are urging the government to exempt tourists visiting the region from the Sustainabl...

Mar 20, 2025 2 mins read
Dealers struggle as confusion mounts over green tax refund process

Confusion among vehicle owners over the Green Tax refund process has left dealers inundated with inquiries after a directive from the Prime Minister’s Office.

Jan 23, 2025 2 mins read
Dealers struggle as confusion mounts over green tax refund process

Confusion among vehicle owners over the Green Tax refund process has left dealers inundated with inquiries after a direc...

Jan 23, 2025 2 mins read
Money multiplier to hit a record high of 5.01

The money multiplier in the country is expected to reach a new high of 5.01 at the end of June this year, indicating tha...

Jan 23, 2025 2 mins read
Grants inflow declines by over 25 percent after LDC graduation

Bhutan’s external grants inflow decreased after the country’s historic graduation from the least developed country (LDC)...

Jan 20, 2025 2 mins read
Need for clarity to forge ahead

Our glaciers are melting at an alarming rate—threatening not just the 700,000 and more people who depend on them, but also the 1.6 billion people downstream who rely on Himalayan water sources.

Feb 27, 2025 2 mins read
Bridging skills and opportunity

After years of striving to build a skilled workforce through the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative, the labour ministry this week unveiled the Community for Skilled Workers (C4SW) p...

Feb 26, 2025 2 mins read
Making the 10X vision a reality

The government has set an ambitious target to increase real GDP tenfold by 2050, catapulting the country into the ranks of developed economies. The "21st Century Economic Roadmap–A 10X National Economic Vision”, l...

Feb 25, 2025 2 mins read
Cracking down on drug smugglers

The vigilance of customs officials at Paro International Airport have once again proven instrumental in busting a series of drug smuggling attempts. In a span of just three months—December, January, and February—t...

Feb 22, 2025 2 mins read
A moment to rededicate ourselves

Today, the people of Bhutan celebrate the 45th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the King. This is not just an occasion for festivity but a moment for deep reflection and gratitude for a leader who has dedicated his l...

Feb 21, 2025 2 mins read

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A crucial step towards food security?

Bhutan’s growing dependence on imported rice is a pressing concern that demands urgent attention. With rice imports soar...

Feb 20, 2025 2 mins read
Earning the dollar

Bhutan’s foreign exchange reserves surged by 15.39 percent year-over-year, reaching USD 700.51 million by December 2024,...

Feb 19, 2025 2 mins read
Reinventing RAPA

The Royal Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA), formally institutionalised in 1967, was envisioned as a guardian of Bhutan’...

Feb 18, 2025 2 mins read
Limiting hospitality and entertainment budget

If there is one guideline that continues to draw the attention of auditors, it is the hospitality and entertainment (H&E...

Feb 17, 2025 2 mins read
Starlink in Bhutan: A game changer or just another option?

Bhutan’s internet landscape is on the brink of a major shift. Starlink, the satellite internet service by SpaceX, has of...

Feb 15, 2025 2 mins read

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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