Reviving central schools: A boost or a blow to education quality?
December 26th, 2024
The government’s plan to revive the central school system in the 13th Plan has sparked concerns over its implications for education equity. While the initiative promises improved facilities and resources for central schools, critics warn it could deepen disparities between central and non-central schools, leading to unequal access to education across the country.
Over 300 Bhutanese cross Canadian-US border illegally
December 25th, 2024
Harsh working conditions, unemployment, and high living costs have driven over...
State funeral honours Dasho Tshering Wangda
December 24th, 2024
Gelephu—Late Dasho Tshering Wangda, a respected figure with a lasting legacy,...
Four individuals pioneer large-scale wheat farming in Punakha
December 23rd, 2024
Punakha—Three retired civil servants and a private entrepreneur have cultivated wheat...
Vaping causes serious health issues, doctors warn
December 21st, 2024
The increasing use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or vaping in the...
Bhutan to sell carbon credits to Singapore
December 20th, 2024
Bhutan is leading the way in carbon trading, with plans to...
Construction of 1,125 MW Dorjilung Project to kickstart late next year
December 19th, 2024
The construction of the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydropower Project, spanning Lhuentse...
His Majesty’s Address to the Nation on National Day 2024
December 18th, 2024
National Day is a sacred occasion for Bhutanese – a time...
Gelephu Mindfulness City to use Four-Plus-One funding model to raise finance
December 17th, 2024
The Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) project will leverage a “four-plus-one” funding...
Pineapple farming transforms Yangbari
December 16th, 2024
Yangbari, Mongar—What began as a small garden in Yangbari, a village...
How National Council members voted
December 14th, 2024
During the 34th session of National Council, the Upper House adopted...
Govt. spends over Nu 126 million on entertainment and discretionary grants
December 13th, 2024
The government’s hospitality and entertainment expenditures in the past three years...
Irregularities decline over four years
December 12th, 2024
In the 2023-24 fiscal year, the Royal Audit Authority (RAA) reported...