It is not often that a Bhutanese citizen receives a prestigious award from abroad. Yet, a teacher from Samtse, Chimi Dema, became Bhutan’s first recipient of the Princess Maha Chakri Award in Thailand, one of the most respected recognitions in the region for exceptional teachers.
There are journeys that test strength, and there are those that reveal the heart. Ani Pema Deki’s 400-kilometre walk across the Trans-Bhutan Trail is both.
To make up for slow business, a shopkeeper in Changzamtog, Thimphu, sacrificed her puja holidays to stay open. If business is not buzzing, she is suddenly noticing some relucta...
Crime and drug abuse are no longer problems that exist in the shadows. They are creeping into our homes, schools, and neighbourhoods.
In the far north, where the wind hums against snowy cliffs and yaks graze under a blue, unbroken sky, the Royal Highland Festival begins once again. It is not merely a celebration of the highlands; it is also a reaffirmation of the nation’s identity, resilience, and balance between tradition and change.
Students of Draktsho East held an art exhibition titled “Colours of Ability” in the courtyard of the Tarayana Centre in Thimphu yesterday. It was a simple event, without a chief guest or even a sound system. The audience consi...
Cancer is among the leading causes of death in the country today, quietly claiming lives in every village, town, and family. It strikes the rich and the poor alike, young...
The world is undergoing rapid transformation unlike any in human history. Artificial intelligence, automation, robotics, biotechnology, and quantu...
High in the Himalayas, against a backdrop of towering snow-clad mountains, the Changlimithang stadium in Thimphu is a hive of quiet activity. Here in Bhutan, a nation known for measuring growth by Gross National Happiness, carpenters and masons are not preparing for a typical concert or sporting event.
Our highland festivals are more than colourful gatherings—they are quiet acts of national preservation. With the resounding success of the Jomolhari Mountain Festival, our attention now turns to...
Following her visit to the flood-affected areas in north Bengal, the state's chief minister has blamed Bhutan for the devastation caused by last month’s floods. According to In...
As dawn broke over Dangochang and the Jomolhari Mountain Festival came alive, the thin air of Soe carried more than the scent of wood smoke and damp soil. It car...
There was a time when we, as a nation, took comfort in believing that the warmth of family and community would be enough to care for the elderly and the sick. We argued that as a nation guided by Gross National Happiness (GNH), homes for the aged or institutional care were unnecessary.
Agriculture has always been our backbone, the quiet force that sustains our people and embodies our national aspiration of food self-sufficiency. Every plan,...
The past week has been a difficult time for many Bhutanese, particularly for those living along the southern belt. Torrential rains have carved a trail of destruction, and as communities calculate...
Gelephu, once a quiet border town where the pace of life slowed with dusk, is now alive with the rhythm of renewal. The Gelephu...
We take great pride in our image of unspoiled nature—sparkling rivers, clear mountain streams, and pristine springs. But the latest findings from the Royal Centre for Disease Control reveal an unsettling truth: while our water may be clean at the source, much of it becomes unsafe to drink by the time it reaches the tap.
Mental illness is not a problem that hides in the shadows—it hides in plain sight. It lives in classrooms, homes, offices, and even monasteries. Yet, for far too long, it has been treated as something to be whispered about or i...
The eight-day visit to Australia by His Majesty The King and the Royal family has redefined the convention of Royal visits, State visits, and international diplomacy.
Our bold decision to ban the sale of tobacco in 2004 was a moment of international acclaim. As the first country to take such a step, the nation set a remarkable precedent in the global...
Venture capital (VC) is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it offers the promise of innovation, job creation, and economic diversification, key drivers in advancing an economy.
When the government unveiled the Nu 15 billion Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP), the country was still recovering from the impacts of Covid-19 pandemic. Livelihoods had been lost, small businesses were closed, and families were struggling to reco...
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Free healthcare is the cornerstone of Bhutan’s health system.
We have long prided ourselves on our progressive stance against tobacco.
"To our fellow Bhutanese living abroad, know that you are always in my thoughts. Even though you are away from home, I know your hearts are with us in Bhutan....
The agricultural sector in the country faces numerous challenges that threaten not just the livelihoods of farmers but also undermine the...
For a resource and capital strapped country, foreign direct investment (FDI) is a critical instrument to attract investments to drive eco...
Bhutan is known for pristine forests, clean rivers, and our carbon-negative status, and so, our carbon potential could unlock significant opportunities.
"Yes, We Care" launches a nationwide outreach to shield its youth from substance abuse.
Trashigang—In the high-altitude village of Merak in Trashigang, where spring transforms the hillsides into a sweep of bl...
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.
About six kilometres before Trongsa town, just past the Bjee Zam Bridge, a traditional one-storey house appears on the left of the highway. It is not easy to miss. This modest structure is the Willing Waterfall Café – a must-stop along the east-west highway.
In Bhutan, healing is not a choice between past and present but a collaboration between the two. Across the country, patients move between modern clinics and traditional medicine units with ease, guided as much by...
When I first arrived in Australia last year, I thought I was prepared. I had spoken to people, watched videos, and tried to imagine what life would be like. Bu...
The name Dzambhala — from the Sanskrit Jambhala — is traditionally associated with wealth and prosperity, reflecting his role as a symbol of abundance and generosity. There are five principal forms of the...
The early years — roughly birth to five — are critical for emotional development. While a child raised with consistency and warmth by devoted grandparents can fare well, separation from parents at this age generally causes...
You are not alone in your confusion — and much of it arises from the word itself. Emptiness can sound like nothingness, which is precisely what it does not mean. A more precise term might be: empty of inherent existence.
The monthly Sunday brunch at Le Méridien has become a special experience that goes beyond dining, offering guests a relaxed four-hour setting to reconnect with family and friends.
Taking care of all members of society is a characteristic of a mature and compassionate nation; therefore, I strongly ad...
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...
Recent developments in the Middle East crisis suggest that a return to normalcy is still far away. Even if the war ends and the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-quarter of the world’s oil flows to markets, reopens, the discuss...
Bhutan is facing a “national crisis” as birth rates plunge by 62.9 percent. If current trends continue, the country could see as few as 2,000 births by 2028.
This summer, the mountain slopes above Lunana are expected to offer a bumper yield of cordyceps, or Yartsa Goenbub. But...
The deafening sounds of missiles and gunfire in the Middle East have briefly faded under a ceasefire, offering a much-needed respite that eases global anxieties over spiraling economic and geopolitical crises....
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 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...
The Bhutan Media Forum concluded yesterday, bringing together media professionals, policymakers, and civil society membe...
As the government undertakes the mid-term review (MTR) of 13th Plan activities across dzongkhags, its performance must b...
The conflict in the Middle East, coupled with the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, has forced many Bhutanese to adju...
At just 32, Tseltrim Zangmo thought she was just tired; she ended up fighting Stage 3 breast cancer. Her message to the world: "I will not say I am cancer-free, but I have accepted it... it does not define me
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Read MoreBhutan is a global leader in sustainability and societal welfare. However, it is widely recognised that innovation and dynamism in its economy are stifled by systemic rigidity, resulting in over-regulation and breakdown of intersectoral cooperation. Is it possible for Bhutan to grow in line with its King’s vision for an entrepreneurial, dynamic and creative workforce that creates mindfulness prosp
Read MoreThe bond between the two Kingdoms of Bhutan and Thailand has always been rooted in shared reverence and wisdom. This gained a new altitude, literally, high above the silver-lined clouds. At 30,000 feet, the hum of the jet engines now harmonizes with the soul-soothing echoes of a traditional flute.
Read MoreA nation's maturity as a legal jurisdiction is measured not merely by its courts but by the strength of its dispute resolution architecture. This week, the Bhutan Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre (BADRC) convened a landmark conference with the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), an occasion deserving far greater public attention than it has received.
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