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As the vibrant hues of national flags and ornate portraits of Thai and Bhutanese kings flutter along the expressway and streets of Thimphu, an air of excitement has enveloped the capital in anticipation of a historic event.
The 23rd National Design and Art Competition (NDAC) opened yesterday with a burst of colour and creativity, transforming...
A one-day medical and dental camp for children with disabilities brought critical health services directly to families o...
Bhutan’s national minimum wage is over 50 times lower than that of Australia, raising questions about wage-setting frame...
Starting July 1, Bhutan Telecom (BT) will reduce mobile data charges by 50 percent, following a directive from the Cabin...
Samtse—Two months after its inauguration in February, Dhamdum Industrial Park in Samtse has allotted plots to 63 industr...
Thailand emerged as Bhutan’s one of the top agricultural export destinations, importing goods worth Nu 83.21 million las...
Wangdue-Once a favourite among biking enthusiasts, the Gangtey-Phobji Biking Trail is gearing up for a much-anticipated...
To mark the Royal visit of Thailand’s King and Queen on April 25, a highly anticipated under-17 (U-17) football match be...
The Draktsho Vocational Training Centre for Children and Youth with Disabilities is launching a major initiative to trai...
ORO Bank, Asia’s first full-reserve bank, is positioning itself as a pillar of trust and transparency in the country’s a...
The central bank, Royal Monetary Authority (RMA), has initiated a pilot programme for a central bank digital currency (C...
The industry sector’s growth rate is estimated at 9.9 percent in the 13th Plan, which is lower by 0.3 percent than the g...
Samdrupjongkhar—Authorities in Samdrupjongkhar are cracking down on illegal mandarin exports to prevent market disruptio...
Confusion among vehicle owners over the Green Tax refund process has left dealers inundated with inquiries after a direc...
Phuentsholing, the commercial capital of the country, is grappling with a housing crisis. People living in the border to...
The education ministry’s decision to rehire retired teachers is a sound move, though it may be disheartening for teacher...
Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH), the country’s premier hospital, is facing a serious problem....
Going by the import numbers, one in four Bhutanese bought a new smartphone in 2024—or did they? Smartphone imports spike...
Bhutan joins the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day—a day dedicated to recognising women’s achiev...
Bhutan’s economic outlook for the next fiscal year appears positive. According to the World Bank’s latest South Asia Development Update, the economy is projected to grow by 6.6 percent in fiscal year 2024-25, a significant rise from the 4.9 percent growth recorded the previous year.
Read MoreThe lasting impact of Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida of Thailand’s state visit to Bhutan resonated deeply within both nations, marking a pinnacle in diplomatic relations and cultural exchange.
Read MoreSarpang—A major highway that could reshape southern Bhutan’s economic and connectivity landscape has entered its preparatory stage, with construction slated to begin in 2027.
Read MorePrime Minister Tshering Tobgay has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that killed 26 people, including tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India on April 22.
Read MoreThe Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has submitted a formal proposal to the Prime Minister’s Office and the cabinet, outlining a strategic framework for private sector engagement in the 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP).
Read MoreWhen a Bhutanese woman returned to her home this March after two years in Australia, she was hoping to breathe in the crisp, clear mountain air she had missed. Instead, she found herself under a dull haze that hung over the valley like a curtain.
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