Private schools in crisis
August 31st, 2024
What was once a vibrant sector, the private schools in the country now teeter on the brink of closure—thanks to a whirlwind of policy changes. Inconsistent policies introduced by successives governments have undermined the stability of private schools, leading to closure of many schools and creating an increasingly more challenging business environment for those surviving.
Government and politicians address surge in car prices, citing various factors
August 31st, 2024
This week, both the government and political parties have been actively...
Nikachhu rakes in nearly Nu 1 billion in seven months
August 31st, 2024
Wangdue—In just seven months since its launch, the 118 MW Nikachhu...
Government allocates Nu 2.56 billion for disaster preparedness
August 31st, 2024
The government has allocated a budget of Nu 2.56 billion for...
Heli Bhutan launches first private helicopter service in Bhutan
August 31st, 2024
In a major development for Bhutan’s aviation and tourism sectors, Heli...
Chang Yul ParK : Vision for an inclusive, resilient, and culturally enriched urban landscape
August 31st, 2024
With the inauguration of the Chang Yul Park in Thimphu, we...
Phuentsholing travel agents squeezed by cheaper overseas offers
August 31st, 2024
Phuentsholing—Bhutanese travel agents in Phuentsholing, who have been struggling since the...
Beefing up domestic meat production
August 31st, 2024
Bhutan imports huge quantities of meat every year—particularly chicken, pork, and...
Agrifood conference paves way for Bhutan’s vision of USD 5 billion GDP by 2029
August 30th, 2024
The two-day Agrifood Conference, which ends today in Thimphu, discussed the...
Turning plastic bottles into garments
August 30th, 2024
Imagine wearing a gho or kira crafted from plastic bottles—durable, comfortable,...
Restoring water sources with springshed interventions
August 30th, 2024
Phuentsholing—Following the watershed management survey in Phuentsholing Drungkhag, the Tarayana Foundation...
Changyuel expands despite looming threats of flood
August 30th, 2024
Punakha—Once a quiet roadside settlement, Changyuel in Punakha is undergoing major...
DNT defends tax reforms amid public outcry over vehicle price surge
August 29th, 2024
As public frustration grows over the sharp rise in vehicle prices,...