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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.
An investigation by the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) has revealed patterns of price manipulation, v...
Bhutan has taken a major step in transforming early childhood development with the Care for Child Development Plus (C4CD...
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...
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...
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.
Confusion among vehicle owners over the Green Tax refund process has left dealers inundated with inquiries after a direc...
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...
Bhutan’s external grants inflow decreased after the country’s historic graduation from the least developed country (LDC)...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
| Change | Current Price (BTN) | |
|---|---|---|
| BNBL | 0.16 | 30.22 |
| BBPL | -0.76 | 25.00 |
| BCCL | -1.03 | 48.14 |
| BFAL | -25.13 | 133.81 |
| BIL | 0.91 | 72.21 |
| 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 | -9.42 | 103.88 |
| GICB | 0.16 | 27.00 |
| KCL | -2.00 | 32.00 |
| PCAL | 0.00 | 30.00 |
| RICB | -1.94 | 82.00 |
| STCB | 0.05 | 51.00 |
| TBL | -3.21 | 48.98 |
| SVL | 0.29 | 5.00 |
Bhutan’s growing dependence on imported rice is a pressing concern that demands urgent attention. With rice imports soar...
Bhutan’s foreign exchange reserves surged by 15.39 percent year-over-year, reaching USD 700.51 million by December 2024,...
The Royal Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA), formally institutionalised in 1967, was envisioned as a guardian of Bhutan’...
If there is one guideline that continues to draw the attention of auditors, it is the hospitality and entertainment (H&E...
Bhutan’s internet landscape is on the brink of a major shift. Starlink, the satellite internet service by SpaceX, has of...
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.
Read MoreGelephu—Authorities are in the final stages of the preliminary investigation into widespread fronting in the lucrative boulder export industry, according to sources.
Read MoreTo 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).
Read MoreTuberculosis (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.
Read MoreThe Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has prioritised sustaining the production of cereals and key crops to ensure food and nutrition security.
Read MoreFor years, the Royal University of Bhutan’s conference hall in Thimphu has hosted policymakers, intellectuals, and experts discussing visions, future plans, and innovative ideas.
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