December of 2021

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Economy growth neutral in 2021: PM

Economy

Dec 31, 2021 2 mins read
KGUMSB launches an audio-visual centre

Health

Dec 31, 2021 1 mins read
More students fail with new assessment criteria

Education

Dec 31, 2021 2 mins read
Children usher in new year with Lolay

City

Dec 31, 2021 2 mins read
TikTok, new craze among young Bhutanese

Feature Story

Dec 31, 2021 3 mins read
Japan-Bhutan Friendship Year to strengthen close bonds

Perspective

Dec 31, 2021 4 mins read
Govt. to import affordable chemical fertiliser

Trade

Dec 31, 2021 1 mins read
A turbulent year for the justice sector

Letter to the Editor

Dec 31, 2021 2 mins read
The Real Mandate

Editorial

Dec 31, 2021 2 mins read
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Challenges and opportunities in adopting climate-smart agriculture

High upfront costs, uncertain returns, market barriers, limited access to credit, and a lack of awareness are among the key challenges preventing Bhutanese farmers from adopting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA).

Mar 18, 2025 3 mins read
Punakha festivals draw bigger tourist crowds this year

Punakha—The annual Punakha Tshechu and Dromchoe festivals this year witnessed an increase in tourist arrivals.

Mar 18, 2025 2 mins read
Bhutan on US draft travel ban list, government requests review

A draft list circulating on social media and international news outlets suggests that Bhutan could face an entry ban or...

Mar 17, 2025 2 mins read
National Startup Weekend: A platform for aspiring entrepreneurs

The four-day Startup Community Bootcamp (SCB) and National Startup Weekend (NSUW) 2025 wrapped up on Saturday, providing...

Mar 17, 2025 2 mins read
RAA finds gaps in agricultural investments

The Royal Audit Authority (RAA) has raised concerns over the effectiveness of investments in agriculture and livestock p...

Mar 17, 2025 2 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 skills, mentorship, and resources to strengthen Bhutan’s startup ecosystem.

Mar 13, 2025 3 mins read
Smartphone imports hit record high of Nu 2.7 billion, raising eyebrows

Smartphone imports spiked to Nu 2.72 billion in 2024, a sharp increase from Nu 2.2 billion in 2023. This jump propelled...

Mar 08, 2025 2 mins read
BDBL receives almost 4,000 loan applications under ESP Window-I

Bhutan Development Bank Limited (BDBL) has received 3,969 loan applications across its 35 branches nationwide, totaling...

Feb 20, 2025 2 mins read
Card payment and SWIFT transfers drive international transactions

Bhutan’s international payment systems showed mixed trends in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024, recording a sharp increas...

Feb 20, 2025 2 mins read
Hydropower generation spikes by 11 percent in 2024

The country’s total hydropower generation increased by 11 percent, reaching 11, 699.68 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electrici...

Feb 20, 2025 2 mins read
Happiness with Mr Bhutan

Mar 15, 2025 4 mins read
Ask Mr Bhutan

The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living in high-crime nations like India and Sen...

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 in high-crime nations like India and Sen...

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 in high-crime nations like India and Sen...

Feb 08, 2025 1 mins read
What it will take to create Bhutan's first unicorn

Bhutan is yet to see a single homegrown startup break into the regional or international market. This is not for lack of ambition or ideas but rather a result of systemic barriers that continue to stifle entrepreneurial growth.

Mar 18, 2025 2 mins read
Need to ensure accountability in agricultural investments

The Royal Audit Authority’s recent findings on the inefficiencies in our agricultural investments raise serious concerns...

Mar 17, 2025 2 mins read
Private participation in healthcare: A step forward

The government's recent announcement to allow private and foreign investments in the healthcare sector has sparked debat...

Mar 15, 2025 2 mins read
Alcohol: Weighing it between culture and cost

We are facing a crisis—one that is quietly devastating families, straining the healthcare system, and costing lives. Alc...

Mar 14, 2025 2 mins read
Forced to live across the border

Phuentsholing, the commercial capital of the country, is grappling with a housing crisis. People living in the border town are struggling with soaring rents and an acute shortage of affordable housing. Consequently,...

Mar 13, 2025 2 mins read

Stock Today

Change Current Price (BTN)
BNBL 0.16 30.22
BBPL 0.03 25.79
BCCL -1.03 48.14
BFAL -25.13 133.81
BIL 2.36 71.30
BPCL 0.00 43.00
BTCL 0.00 600.00
DFAL 9.39 104.02
DPL 0.50 14.50
DPNB 0.67 30.08
DWAL 8.36 113.30
GICB -0.16 26.84
KCL -2.00 32.00
PCAL 0.13 30.00
RICB -0.06 83.94
STCB 0.05 51.00
TBL 1.58 54.93
SVL 0.01 5.48
Forex reserves reach USD 700 million, up by 15 percent

The country’s foreign exchange reserves grew by 15.39 percent year-over-year, reaching USD 700.51 million as of December...

Feb 18, 2025 2 mins read
Will Starlink disrupt local internet market?

Starlink’s recent entry into the country promises high-speed connectivity, potentially disrupting the market long domina...

Feb 15, 2025 2 mins read
Businesses in Phuentsholing struggle to rebound

Phuentsholing—Despite an uptick in the number of Indian tourists visiting Phuentsholing, local businesses in the country...

Feb 15, 2025 3 mins read
Finance ministry revises hospitality and entertainment budget

Following recommendations by Royal Audit Authority (RAA), the finance ministry has revised the guidelines for the hospit...

Feb 15, 2025 3 mins read
Two textile startup ideas awarded

Two Bhutanese textile startup ideas were awarded Nu 50,000 each for their business ideas during a recent 15-day Basic En...

Feb 15, 2025 2 mins read
Resorting to retired teachers

The education ministry’s decision to rehire retired teachers is a sound move, though it may be disheartening for teacher...

Mar 12, 2025 2 mins read
Situation calls for urgent actions

Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH), the country’s premier hospital, is facing a serious problem....

Mar 11, 2025 2 mins read
Time to tax smartphones

Going by the import numbers, one in four Bhutanese bought a new smartphone in 2024—or did they? Smartphone imports spike...

Mar 10, 2025 2 mins read
Women in Bhutan

Bhutan joins the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day—a day dedicated to recognising women’s achiev...

Mar 08, 2025 2 mins read
Refurbishing school furniture: A smarter, sustainable choice

Beyond cost savings, the initiative promotes sustainability. The traditional approach of replacing furniture every few y...

Mar 07, 2025 2 mins read

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