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The Clock Tower Square in Thimphu came alive over the weekend with the colours, flavours, and rhythms of Thailand.
SEOUL – If you have been on social media recently,...
BEIJING – Chinese authorities issued guidelines on...
BHOJPUR – On a recent morning, Anita Rai made her way down the steep hill from Kattike Bisauni Chowk, in Hatuwagadhi Rural Municipality o...
JAKARTA – Indonesia has emerged as a prime destination for artificial intelligence investment in Southeast Asia, driven by low electricity costs and supportive regulations, tech industry insiders say.
DHAKA – The interim government has started discuss...
SINGAPORE – When things seem too good to be true,...
Dr Thierry Mathou, the French Ambassador to India,...
Why I remain hopeful despite Thailand's fragile democracy
Forest fires have destroyed around 70,696 acres of forest land across the country in the past five years, according to records with the Department of Forests and Park Services (DoFPS).
“Working among the 87-member Bhutan Medical Relief Team (BMRT) in Myanmar for 18 days, I realised that co-operation, dis...
For more than three months, the gynaecology department at Jigme Dorji Wangchuck Military Hospital in Dewathang, Samdrupj...
To strengthen road safety and support law enforcement in tackling traffic violations, the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) will...
The opposition Member of Parliament (MP) for Nubi-Tangsibji constituency in Trongsa, Tashi Dorji, who was convicted of c...
The price guarantee scheme (PGS), a government backed initiative, is showing early success in boosting local meat and fi...
Gelephu—The Gelephu Central Regional Referral Hospital (CRRH) yesterday installed the advanced EVIS X1 CV-1500 endoscopy...
Bhutan marked a major milestone in its digital development journey with the official handover of the Digital Topographic...
Indian insurance giant Bajaj Allianz chose Bhutan as the destination for its annual company event, bringing about 120 de...
In the two most remote gewogs of the country, Lunana in Gasa and Lingzhi in Thimphu, both located 4,000 metres above sea...
There are growing concerns in the arts and craft business. Those in the business are increasingly alarmed by the influx of cheaper—sometimes better-finished—imported crafts that are flooding the local market. A walk through any craft bazaar or handicraft market will reveal this reality.
A banker in Turkey died after the Covid-19 pandemic. His “head of finance" is reaching out to people so that she can share the fortune, as the banker had no children or kith or kin to c...
The shortage of over 1,100 teachers in our schools is not just a staffing issue—it is a crisis threatening the country’s education system and, by extension, our future. The Ministry of Education and Skills Development has launched a nati...
Public infrastructure serves as the backbone of national economy, influencing everything from economic productivity to social well-being. Yet, for too long, quality control has been an afterthought rather than a fundamental principle guiding i...
The media serves as a watchdog of society, holding institutions and individuals accountable for their actions. It plays an important role in upholding democracy, exposing corruption, and ensuring transparency in governance. However, as much...
We are at a crossroads in our fight against waste. The country, known for its pristine environment and Gross National Happiness philosophy, is now grappling with an escalating waste crisis. If immediate, evidence-based action...
The call for privatising or establishing a public-private partnership (PPP) to develop and maintain electric vehicle (EV) charging stations is valid, given the crucial role of infrastructure in advancing the EV agenda. The challeng...
Bhutan’s ambitious target of replacing 70 percent of its vehicles with electric ones by 2035 is a visionary step towards sustainability. However, without a well-planned and efficiently maintained network of charging stations, this goal could r...
In Bhutan, where strong family values and community ties form the foundation of society, the way we raise our children d...
The boulder trade emerged as a boon for Bhutanese businessmen and the economy. With Bangladesh experiencing a surge in construction demand and Bhutan being rich in stones, the trade seemed like a perfect fit.
| Change | Current Price (BTN) | |
|---|---|---|
| BNBL | -0.64 | 29.34 |
| BBPL | 0.50 | 18.00 |
| BCCL | -1.03 | 48.14 |
| BFAL | -5.50 | 128.31 |
| BIL | -0.43 | 62.00 |
| BPCL | 0.00 | 43.00 |
| BTCL | 4.37 | 570.00 |
| DFAL | -9.05 | 92.44 |
| DPL | -0.04 | 12.50 |
| DPNB | 0.11 | 29.21 |
| DWAL | -2.26 | 92.74 |
| GICB | -1.50 | 26.50 |
| KCL | -0.01 | 34.00 |
| PCAL | -0.05 | 28.00 |
| RICB | 1.53 | 86.03 |
| STCB | 2.42 | 48.46 |
| TBL | -4.55 | 45.54 |
| SVL | 0.65 | 5.93 |
Smartphone imports spiked to Nu 2.72 billion in 2024, a sharp increase from Nu 2.2 billion in 2023. This jump propelled...
Bhutan Development Bank Limited (BDBL) has received 3,969 loan applications across its 35 branches nationwide, totaling...
Bhutan’s international payment systems showed mixed trends in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2024, recording a sharp increas...
The country’s total hydropower generation increased by 11 percent, reaching 11, 699.68 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electrici...
The country’s foreign exchange reserves grew by 15.39 percent year-over-year, reaching USD 700.51 million as of December...
From a distance, our glacial-fed rivers appear pristine. But a closer look along the riverbanks , especially in urban ar...
Tuberculosis (TB) seems to be quietly spreading across the country, posing a serious public health issue. Despite medica...
For years, the Royal University of Bhutan’s conference hall in Thimphu has hosted policymakers, intellectuals, and exper...
A foreign direct investment (FDI) company has been navigating the bureaucratic corridors for more than a year now tryin...
Bhutan’s agricultural exports have shown impressive performance, generating Nu 3.51 billion last year. Cardamom, oranges...
As the vibrant hues of national flags and ornate portraits of Thai and Bhutanese kings flutter along the expressway and streets of Thimphu, an air of excitement has enveloped the capital in anticipation of a historic event.
Read MoreBhutan’s imports from Thailand surged to Nu 2.67 billion in 2024, making the Southeast Asian country the third-largest source of imported goods.
Read MoreThe 23rd National Design and Art Competition (NDAC) opened yesterday with a burst of colour and creativity, transforming the exhibition at Royal Textile Academy into a celebration of traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
Read MoreAt last, the government has managed to persuade Bhutan Telecom to reduce mobile data charges by 50 percent. From July 1, data charges will be cheaper by 50 percent. In other words, we will get more data with the same price.
Read MoreA one-day medical and dental camp for children with disabilities brought critical health services directly to families often left behind by mainstream care.
Read MoreBhutan’s national minimum wage is over 50 times lower than that of Australia, raising questions about wage-setting frameworks and economic equity. As of July 2024, Australia’s Fair Work Commission set the national minimum monthly wage at approximately Nu 351,000.
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