August of 2003

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Bhutanese law protects the child

Kuensel

Aug 22, 2003 2 mins read
Suitable trophies

Kuensel

Aug 22, 2003 0 mins read
Looking deeper

Editorial

Aug 22, 2003 3 mins read
No rush yet for PF loan

National Employment Board (NEB)

Aug 22, 2003 2 mins read
Assembly members reflect on their changing role

National Assembly

Aug 22, 2003 4 mins read
Rape in Paro

Crime

Aug 22, 2003 1 mins read
How Europe heard about Bhutan

Bhutan-European Countries

Aug 22, 2003 4 mins read
National Assembly concludes its 81st session

National Assembly

Aug 22, 2003 1 mins read
Graduates orientation

Sherubtse College and Graduates

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
A stabbing in the dark

Crime

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Minister to receive award

Awards

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Drug peddler sentenced

Crime

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Training manual on zorig chusum

National Technical Training Authority (NTTA)

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
More than retail business

Business

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Mercury rising

Meteorology-Climate/Weather

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Applicants wanted for apprenticeship training

National Technical Training Authority (NTTA)

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Act to ensure safe and quality medicines

Act

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Aerated drinks bottled in Bhutan are safe

Companies

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Trashiyangtse's dappa industry

Industries (A-Z)

Aug 15, 2003 3 mins read
Proper waste disposal for Phuentsholing

City Corporation

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Sonam Tobgay wins COAS tournament

Sport

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
New sharp shooter

Sport

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Assembly appreciates national achievements

National Assembly

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Assembly ratifies international treaties and conventions

National Assembly

Aug 15, 2003 6 mins read
Dzongs can be dated

Letters to the Editor

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
A soiled path

Kuensel

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
Moving forward

Kuensel

Aug 15, 2003 1 mins read
A golden goose

Kuensel

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Changing gear

Editorial

Aug 15, 2003 3 mins read
Indian community celebrates Independence day

Bhutan- India

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
New management takes over DPCL

Companies

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Bangladesh reduces tax on Bhutanese products

Bhutan - Trade

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
The festival of India goes on

Festival (A-Z)

Aug 15, 2003 2 mins read
Exhibition of Indian handicrafts

Exhibition

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
Body recovered

Accident

Aug 08, 2003 0 mins read
Census rules clarified

Immigration/Census

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
Yartsa Goenbub collection legalised in Lunana

Agriculture

Aug 08, 2003 3 mins read
Biodiversity Act to benefit Bhutanese farmers

National Assembly

Aug 08, 2003 2 mins read
New method to preserve raw milk

Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)

Aug 08, 2003 2 mins read
BNB public offer close August 16

Bhutan National Bank (BNB)

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
NRTI : making a difference in the field

Institutions

Aug 08, 2003 2 mins read
The two faces of Druk Gyal Dzong

Bhutan - History

Aug 08, 2003 7 mins read
Unmanned phone booths coming

Telecommunication Department

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
Fake cigarettes in the market?

Narcotics/Drugs

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
First Bhutanese woman to join militia

Volunteers

Aug 08, 2003 2 mins read
More apples this season

Agriculture/Horticulture

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
Football standard improved

Sport

Aug 08, 2003 1 mins read
Happiness lies at home

Feature Film

Aug 08, 2003 3 mins read
Promotions need to be audited

Kuensel

Aug 08, 2003 0 mins read
Representing the people

Kuensel

Aug 08, 2003 2 mins read
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Gelephu CRRH installs advanced endoscopic system

Gelephu—The Gelephu Central Regional Referral Hospital (CRRH) yesterday installed the advanced EVIS X1 CV-1500 endoscopy system to enhance the early diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, such as ulcers, gastritis, and cancer.

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Bhutan receives high-resolution digital topographic map for strategic developmental projects

Bhutan marked a major milestone in its digital development journey with the official handover of the Digital Topographic...

Apr 19, 2025 2 mins read
120 Bajaj Allianz delegates in Bhutan for MICE event

Indian insurance giant Bajaj Allianz chose Bhutan as the destination for its annual company event, bringing about 120 de...

Apr 19, 2025 2 mins read
Highland schools struggle to feed children nutritious food

In the two most remote gewogs of the country, Lunana in Gasa and Lingzhi in Thimphu, both located 4,000 metres above sea...

Apr 19, 2025 3 mins read
Tashichoeling transforms into emerging urban centre

Samtse-Tashichoeling in Samtse, once a quiet settlement of scattered homes and narrow roads, is rapidly transforming int...

Apr 19, 2025 3 mins read
I, the Song: A review

After earning critical praise and a string of international accolades, filmmaker Dechen Roder’s psychological drama “I, the Song” premiered in Thimphu on April 17.

Apr 19, 2025 2 mins read
How rising global fuel prices will impact Bhutan

A 20 percent surge in global oil prices could drag the country’s economic growth down by as much as 1.4 percent, accordi...

Apr 18, 2025 2 mins read
CCAA finds unfair practices in private schools’ terms and conditions

The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) has found several shortcomings in the terms and conditions used by...

Apr 18, 2025 3 mins read
Bhutan NDI to launch training to bridge digital skills gap

The Bhutan National Digital Identity (NDI) is set to launch the “NDI Xcelerator Programme” from May 8 to June 6 this yea...

Apr 18, 2025 2 mins read
Bhutan explores wildlife and nature-based tourism to boost conservation and local livelihoods

Bhutan’s tourism sector remains largely focused on cultural experiences, with around 90 percent of current offerings cen...

Apr 18, 2025 3 mins read
New vegetable market under construction in Samtse

Samtse—For many years, farmers in Samtse have sold vegetables from under makeshift tents, battling monsoon rains and blazing heat. Now, that chapter is finally closing.

Apr 17, 2025 2 mins read
Organic vegetables provide new livelihoods for Kochin farmers

Tashichoeling, Samtse — For 78-year-old Kamala Tamang of Kochin in Tendruk, saving money in a bank had been unimaginable...

Apr 16, 2025 2 mins read
Major financial sector reforms crucial to realising 13th Plan goals

Sweeping reforms in the financial sector are essential for the country to achieve the ambitious goals of its 13th Plan,...

Apr 14, 2025 3 mins read
AmA by Deki Natural Dyes

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.

Apr 09, 2025 3 mins read
BOB introduces flexible credit line and premium cards

The Bank of Bhutan (BoB) unveiled two financial products—Credit Line Limit (CLL) and BOB Premium Card—at a networking ev...

Mar 31, 2025 2 mins read
Online potato auction boosts trade and revenue

Potato trade has seen a major transformation since the launch of the online auction system under the Bhutan Commodities...

Mar 31, 2025 2 mins read
Mountain Hazelnuts secures USD 7.9M investment for climate-resilient farming

Mountain Hazelnuts, one of Bhutan’s first fully foreign direct investment (FDI) companies, has secured USD 7.9 million e...

Mar 31, 2025 1 mins read
Bhutan auctions wine on global stage

For the first time, Bhutanese vintage wine will go under the hammer on the global stage, marking a historic moment for the country’s nascent wine industry.

Mar 28, 2025 2 mins read
Soyalla: The Bhutanese tofu maker

In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability. Yet in Bhutan, where traditional cuisine is deeply rooted in meat and dairy, soy-based products like...

Mar 21, 2025 3 mins read
PHPA-II commissions third unit, adding 170 MW to national grid

Wangdue—The third unit of Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project was commissioned yesterday, boosting the plant’s total gen...

Mar 20, 2025 2 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

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 that this new reality has not translated into a happier existence. More is not the answer.

Apr 12, 2025 2 mins read
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 punis...

Mar 22, 2025 1 mins read
Happiness with Mr Bhutan

Mar 15, 2025 4 mins read
When the forest burns and no one knows why

More than 70,000 acres of forestland have been lost to fire in the country in just five years. This is not merely a statistic—it is a serious problem. The country has seen 261 separate incidents between 2020 and 2024, with fires burning through ecosystems, livelihoods, and a piece of our natural identity. Behind these numbers lies a pattern that is as troubling as the flames themselves—the rising

Apr 21, 2025 2 mins read
In search of quality

As Thimphu Thromde undergoes a flurry of repairs and maintenance in preparation for an upcoming VIP visit, the city’s transformation offers more than just a polished façade. It is...

Apr 19, 2025 2 mins read
Life after kidney transplant

For a person diagnosed with kidney failure, a transplant gives a new lease of life. However, a study published in the Bhutan Health Journal reveals that many kidney transplant recipients in the country ar...

Apr 18, 2025 2 mins read
Inflation may be easing, but the pain still lingers

The Asian Development Bank forecasts that inflation in Bhutan will cool to 4.2 percent this year. That is welcome news....

Apr 17, 2025 2 mins read
A knockout triumph

Bhutanese boxers, over the weekend, not only excited spectators at the clock tower square, but also made the country proud by dominating the Four Nations Boxing Championship....

Apr 16, 2025 2 mins read
Strengthening ties on steel rails: New chapter in Bhutan-India friendship

The decision to integrate the Gelephu-Kokrajhar cross-border railway into the development of the Gelephu Mindfulness Cit...

Apr 15, 2025 2 mins read
National problem that demands urgent attention

Mental health is emerging as one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Globally, it accounts for one in six years...

Apr 14, 2025 2 mins read
What are we hiding?

In recent months, Kuensel and other media outlets have raised critical questions about the government’s Nu 15 billion Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP). These inquiries focus on...

Apr 12, 2025 2 mins read
Building stronger shield against forgery

A  quiet but powerful step is being taken to strengthen Bhutan’s national security. Fifteen police officers from across the country are undergoing specialised training to detect forged documents and improve investigative techniques. This tr...

Apr 11, 2025 2 mins read
Beware of get-rich-quick scams

It is said that if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Many Bhutanese who have fallen victims to the QNet scam are painfully realising the wisdom behind this old adage. After Kuensel’s recent...

Apr 10, 2025 2 mins read

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Manufacturing sector at a crossroads

The country’s economy, facing nearly three decades of premature de-industrialisation, requires a targeted industrial pol...

Mar 20, 2025 2 mins read
Pioneering organic glass noodles

Forty-year-old entrepreneur Sonam Zangmo from Wangdue is pioneering organic glass noodles (Finn) made from buckwheat and...

Mar 19, 2025 3 mins read
Agricultural exports surge to Nu 3.51 billion despite production challenges

Bhutan’s agricultural exports saw a strong performance last year, generating Nu 3.51 billion from both primary and proce...

Mar 18, 2025 2 mins read
Agenda Chikha commits USD 8 million to strengthen disability inclusion

Agenda Chikha, a collaborative initiative between the government and key stakeholders, has committed USD eight million t...

Mar 18, 2025 3 mins read
Building startups for Gelephu Mindfulness City

After a four-year hiatus, the National Startup Weekend is back, aiming to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with essential sk...

Mar 13, 2025 3 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

Feb 08, 2025 1 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

Feb 08, 2025 1 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...

Feb 08, 2025 1 mins read
What plans for urban roads?

The Thimphu-Babesa expressway is undergoing a facelift, perhaps to welcome a VIP. While this may be welcome news , the t...

Apr 09, 2025 2 mins read
Prevention must lead our health response

Bhutan is facing a silent but dangerous health crisis. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs)—such as heart disease, stroke, d...

Apr 08, 2025 2 mins read
Investing in food security

Food prices in Bhutan have been rising steadily, making it harder for families to afford what they need. Recent data sho...

Apr 07, 2025 2 mins read
Saving our crafts

There are growing concerns in the arts and craft business. Those in the business are increasingly alarmed by the influx...

Apr 05, 2025 2 mins read
Scamming at next level

A banker in Turkey died after the Covid-19 pandemic. His “head of finance" is reaching out to people so that she can sha...

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Recents

Empowering parents of children with disabilities

The Draktsho Vocational Training Centre for Children and Youth with Disabilities is launching a major initiative to train 80 parents of children with disabilities, aiming to empower families left behind by traditional educational and support systems.

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When the forest burns and no one knows why

More than 70,000 acres of forestland have been lost to fire in the country in just five years. This is not merely a statistic—it is a serious problem. The country has seen 261 separate incidents between 2020 and 2024, with fires burning through ecosystems, livelihoods, and a piece of our natural identity. Behind these numbers lies a pattern that is as troubling as the flames themselves—the rising

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Royal Visit of Thai King & Queen, beyond diplomacy

On the evening of February 21 this year, waves of messages extending warm felicitations on the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King were still echoing across all social media platforms. In Thailand, the occasion blossomed into an extraordinary declaration from the Royal Court– the state visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn to Bhutan.

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