The government’s directive to prudently use scarce public resources, fossil fuels (petrol and diesel) is a timely intervention. The initiative calls for shared responsibility amid rising fuel costs...
The Bhutan Media Forum concluded yesterday, bringing together media professionals, policymakers, and civil society members under the vision of building a resilient media ecosystem. The Bhutan Media Forum...
As the government undertakes the mid-term review (MTR) of 13th Plan activities across dzongkhags, its performance must be measured against the promises it made. Such a review is essential to assess delivery on pledges and the broader mandate entrusted to the government. In a democracy, mandate review is equally important, if not more.
The conflict in the Middle East, coupled with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, has forced many Bhutanese to adjust to the unpredictable and fast-changing market and policy decisions. From the cost of e...
Last week, Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) stood at the epicentre of events that were as symbolic as they were historic. As the nation celebrated the 46th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the King, two deeply auspicious milestones were marked in Gelephu — one signifying fruition, the other heralding a grand beginning.
The recent assessment by experts from the National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal serves as a stark reminder that Bhutan's capital sits on shaky grounds. Their warning...
As we enter the Fire Male Horse Year, our nation stands at a defining crossroads. The year 2025 delivered strong macroeconomic signals and renewed optimism on paper.
The latest trade figures reveal a story written not just in ledgers, but in our daily choices.
The capital city is, once again, under excavation. From Motithang to Babesa, roads and drains are being dug out severing water, electricity, cable and inte...
The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a major fiscal reform in recent years. These new reforms are part of a broader effort to modernise the country’s tax system to make taxation fairer, more efficient, and more business-friendly, while also increasing the tax base.
Two decades ago, in February 2005, Kuensel increased its publication frequency to twice a week. This move was a direct response to our readers’ growing needs and a conscious preparation for the nation’s ongoing politic...
Over the years, the civil society sector has quietly assumed a critical role in bridging policy and people. Often referred to as the third sector, CSOs have emerged as indispensable partners in Bhutan’s...
The debate on private sector participation in healthcare has reached an unhelpful impasse. This is mainly because it is shaped more by anxiety than evidence.
This year’s edition also introduces new features under a dedicated branding campaign, “Haa-Lay Mi Lay”, aimed at positioning Haa Dzongkhag as a high-end tourism destination.
How long can policy silence justify poverty wages in a rising-cost Bhutan?
A third telecom operator may be introduced to lower data charges if existing providers fail to reduce prices, Prime Mini...
Despite a government allocation of Nu 800 million and a 50 percent subsidy, the National Crop and Livestock Insurance Sc...
Gelephu—Before deciding where buildings should rise, planners of Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) are being asked to answe...
As schools in the remote highlands of Lunana in Gasa prepare to reopen this month, students and teachers of Thangza Exte...
Trashigang—Six months into launching his food business, Ugyen Phuntsho, 28, from Lumang Gewog in Trashigang, is earning...
Global fertiliser markets face uncertainty from the Middle East conflict involving the US, Iran, and Israel, but Bhutan...
The Department of Revenue and Customs (DRC) has recovered a total of Nu 66.38 million over the past five years from case...
Personal Income Tax (PIT) collection has more than doubled over the past five years, rising from Nu 1.53 billion in 2021...
The country’s startup ecosystem has helped many young entrepreneurs launch their businesses, but founders say support beyond seed funding remains limited, making it difficult for existing startups to scale and sustain operations.
The country’s national debt is expected to rise by nearly 26 percent this June compared to June last year.
The Year of the Snake became a defining moment for the country’s economy, as growth accelerated sharply following severa...
The Wood Female Snake Year brought major tax reforms in the country with the passage of the Income Tax Act of Bhutan 202...
The 1,125MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project (DHPP) is expected to boost the country’s economy, raising gross domes...
The Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) Steering Committee will review how to reallocate Nu 574.73 million in unspent and...
Taking care of all members of society is a characteristic of a mature and compassionate nation; therefore, I strongly advocate for free medical treatment and am deeply proud that Bhutan has achieved this despite its limited resources. Nothing can flourish in isolation. A flower needs warmth, moisture, and nourishment to bloom.
Studies and end of life accounts consistently show that many of us leave this world with the same stinging regrets: not spending enough time with our loved ones, and not investing enough time...
For Bhutanese cinema, the National Film Awards have become something more than an annual ceremony. It is a barometer of an industry that is still young but steadily maturing.
The government’s directive to prudently use scarce public resources, fossil fuels (petrol and diesel) is a timely intervention. The initiative calls for shared responsibility amid rising fuel costs and a supply line...
The Bhutan Media Forum concluded yesterday, bringing together media professionals, policymakers, and civil society members under the vision of building a resilient media ecosystem. The Bhutan Media Forum Award...
As the government undertakes the mid-term review (MTR) of 13th Plan activities across dzongkhags, its performance must be measured against the promises it made. Such a review is essential to a...
The conflict in the Middle East, coupled with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, has forced many Bhutanese to adjust to the unpredictable and fast-changing market and policy decisions. From the cost...
The agriculture and livestock sector is seeing an increased investor interest following major reforms in foreign direct...
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has submitted 35 business proposals from 12 sector associations to th...
During the two-day Bhutan SDG Impact Finance Forum held last week in Thimphu, international and high-level participants...
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has proposed the government to re-establish the high-level Private Se...
Phuentsholing—Businesses involved in extracting and exporting boulders, gravel, and sand along the Amochu river are call...
Last week, Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) stood at the epicentre of events that were as symbolic as they were historic....
The recent assessment by experts from the National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal serves as a stark reminder th...
As we enter the Fire Male Horse Year, our nation stands at a defining crossroads. The year 2025 delivered strong macroec...
Bhutan’s economy is set for strong growth from hydropower, but youth unemployment, outward migration, rising fuel prices, and regional disparities call for private sector development and targeted reforms.
Read MoreIn what residents are describing as the worst hailstorm of their lifetimes, a violent downpour of hailstones swept across Sarpang dzongkhag on April 7, leaving a trail of destruction that damaged homes, poultry farms, vehicles, and standing crops.
Read More“More than profit, our mission has always been to provide high-quality drinking water to our consumers,” he said. “This new line is not just about speed, but about maintaining global standards while making our product accessible to more people.”
Read MoreThe Wobthang Organic Wonders (WOW) farm in Tang Gewog, Bumthang, a 35-acre, multi-million-ngultrum project launched in May 2020, now lies largely idle.
Read MoreStudents like 12-year-old Tandin Tshomo and her seven-year-old brother walk five kilometres daily to school because Barshong Primary due to lacks teachers, boarding facilities, and basic infrastructure in Naro Gewog, Thimphu.
Read MoreThe GMCA has opened a two-week public consultation on six draft corporate and commercial laws to refine policies in the Special Administrative Region.
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