With many electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country either non-functional for years or not operational 24/7, EV owners and dealers are urging the government to take responsibility for the infrastructure—or privatise it to ensure proper maintenance and expansion.
Gelephu—After years of broken promises, the long-awaited Maochhu Bridge is finally going to take shape with the construction of the bridge set to begin early next year as part of the Gelephu-Tareythang high...
Phuentsholing—It’s 2:13 in the afternoon. A group of four young men light their cigarettes and stroll along th...
The Prescription to Play (P2P) initiative is reshaping early childhood development, offering young children, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, access to play-based learning crucial for cognitive and social growth.
Bhutanese women continue to be severely underrepresented in politics, with a recent study revealing deep-seated barriers preventing them from stepping into leadership roles.
This relationship began with people-to-people cont...
Nearly 500 Gyalsups from the inaugural cohort have been deployed in various national initiatives under the Gyalsung Headquarters. While their deployment is based on national needs, 495 Gyalsups have been stationed acro...
As Bhutan accelerates its infrastructure expansion...
For the first time since meteorological records were maintained in 1996, Bhur Meteorological Station in Sarpang has recorded a staggering 40°C, marking the highest daily maximum temperature of 2024.
Bhutan took a historic step in its sports developm...
Over 146 individual farmers, farmer groups, and co-operatives are actively supplying fruits, vegetables, and meat...
Punakha—Visitors and residents crossing the iconic bazam—the wooden cantilever bridge—leading to the Punakha Dzong must now wear formal dress. The di...
Amid growing concerns over Bhutan’s waste crisis, experts have called for research and policy interventions to address the country’s mounting environmental challenge.
Bhutan’s economic recovery faces headwinds with bad loans in four key sectors—agriculture and livestock, trade and commerce, transport, and...
Gelephu—The five-year project for the 13.6-kilometre (km) Gelephu-Tareythang highway in Sarpang—a key component of the Gelephu Mind...
A symposium held in Thimphu yesterday under the PLEASE project outlined a three-pronged strategy to reduce plastic waste, focusi...
Phuentsholing—The construction of a three-kilometre bypass at Rinchending will extend into the next financial year due to insufficient funds, the Department of Surface Transport, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), has confirmed.
Bhutanese traditional arts and crafts are more than just artistic expressions; they embody the country’s identity...
Bhutan’s senior men’s national football team will begin its AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers campaign today, playing...
His Majesty graces the Passing Out Parade ceremony...
During the inaugural World Day for Glaciers on March 21, two men who have spent years working behind the scenes in the country’s high-altitude wilderness found themselves in an unfamiliar spotlight.
Bhutan’s Lottery awarded a staggering Nu 790 million in prize money in 2024, making dreams come true for countless players—a blessing in disguise for many.
The Bhutan Health Trust Fund (BHTF) eceived a donation of Nu 1,511,200 from the people of Haa. The contribution reflects the growin...
Tenzin Yoedchenma Dorjee from Yangchenphug Higher Secondary School won the 17th Golden Youth Award (GYA). T...
To raise awareness about Earth Hour and spotlight High Conservation Values (HCV), WWF-Bhutan, in partnership with the Bhutan Football Federation (BFF), hosted the HCV Football Championship in Thimphu on March 22.
Gelephu—Authorities are in the final stages of the preliminary investigati...
To enhance user experience with faster and more reliable mobile services, Bhutan Telecom (BT) is phasing out its 3G network. As part of...
Tuberculosis (TB) cases have been steadily rising in Bhutan over the past five years, making it a major public health concern. On average, TB cases have increased by 22 annually. In 2...
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has prioritised sustaining the production of cereals and key crops to ensure food and nutrition security.
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With the fourth phase of the monetary relief measures set to end on June 30, 2025, the Ministry of Finance has begun discussions with the Royal Monetary Authority (RMA) and the Financial Institutions Association of Bhutan (FIAB) to assess the possibility of extending the loan deferment facility for sectors still grappling with economic hardship.
Bhutan suffers an estimated economic loss of Nu 6.5 billion every year due to alcohol-related harm—an amount that repres...
Phuentsholing—Although Samtse was declared the country’s fifth dzongkhag thromde by the previous Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa (D...
To raise Bhutan’s standing in the global media landscape, experts suggest drawing lessons from countries that consistent...
The government is planning to reduce Thimphu’s growing dependence on private vehicles by promoting more sustainable mode...
All vacant Gewog Administrative Officer (GAO) positions across the country will be filled by the end of this month, Home...
A regional conference aimed at promoting cross-border tourism, trade, digital connectivity, and women’s leadership in cl...
Samtse—At 74, Madan Kumar Rai remembers a time when buffaloes were central to life in his village. Once a prominent buff...
The government has approved the import of beef from Brazil starting in February this year, following the completion of a...
The Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) and India’s Adani Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Thimphu ye...
Bhutan’s imports from Thailand surged to Nu 2.67 billion in 2024, making the Southeast Asian country the third-largest source of imported goods.
Samtse—For many years, farmers in Samtse have sold vegetables from under makeshift tents, battling monsoon rains and bla...
Tashichoeling, Samtse — For 78-year-old Kamala Tamang of Kochin in Tendruk, saving money in a bank had been unimaginable...
Sweeping reforms in the financial sector are essential for the country to achieve the ambitious goals of its 13th Plan,...
In an age dominated by fast fashion and synthetic dyes, a Bhutanese entrepreneur is turning to the past to craft a more sustainable future using natural dyes.
The Bank of Bhutan (BoB) unveiled two financial products—Credit Line Limit (CLL) and BOB Premium Card—at a networking ev...
Potato trade has seen a major transformation since the launch of the online auction system under the Bhutan Commodities...
In a world that first instills fear in us, only to sell us a product or service to eliminate that fear, we find ourselves trapped in a never ending cycle of anxiety and temporary relief. At a time when humanity is addicted to economic growth at all costs, it is easy to lose sight of the deeper question, the mother of why we do what we do: our pursuit of happiness.
As a collective, humanity has never been richer, more connected, more informed, and more protected from all cause disease and mortality. Yet it is very clear t...
As the nation takes stock of its economic health, a troubling figure demands urgent attention. As of now, loans worth Nu 33 billion remain under deferment. Nearly 6,000 borrowers—ranging from large hotel chains to small business owners—are unable to meet their repayment obligations. Of that total, a staggering Nu 13 billion is tied to the hotel and tourism sector alone. For a country with a GDP of
Let’s face it. Alcohol has become a national problem. The statistics speak for itself.
With tensions escalating between India and Pakistan, the world is watching with a growing concern. The conflict is closest to our doors, the SAARC region, yet there seems to be some silence in calling out to de-escalate...
The Ministry of Health’s launch of the Annual Household-Health Surveillance (AHS) programme marks a significant step in Bhutan’s journey toward strengthening primary healthcare. At a tim...
The GovTech Agency’s initiative to equip half of Bhutan’s population with essential digital skills—or at least enable them to safely navigate online services—is not just timely but a necessary stride toward progress. With a target to achiev...
In an era where institutions are stretched thin and community bonds often feel like relics of the past, the story of Daw...
The latest figures from the Department of Revenue and Customs (DRC) reveal a significant increase in income tax collection—Nu 16.87 billion as of April 18 this year, marking a 16.81 percent surge compared to the same period last year. On th...
It is not often that media institutions introspect on their own standing. Yet, the annual release of global press freedom rankings invariably sparks reflection am...
Policymakers have reiterated the mantra that the private sector is the “engine of growth”. This phrase has adorned national plans, speeches, and policy statements for decades, to the point that it has become a passé, nothing...
The recent confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Dagana should serve as a serious wake-up call—not just for pig farmers in Lhamoizingkha and Nichula, but also for the entire livestock sector across the country. With nine farms...
Mountain Hazelnuts, one of Bhutan’s first fully foreign direct investment (FDI) companies, has secured USD 7.9 million e...
For the first time, Bhutanese vintage wine will go under the hammer on the global stage, marking a historic moment for t...
In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability....
Wangdue—The third unit of Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project was commissioned yesterday, boosting the plant’s total gen...
The country’s economy, facing nearly three decades of premature de-industrialisation, requires a targeted industrial pol...
A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders....
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living i...
Bhutan’s economic outlook for the next fiscal year appears positive. According to the World Bank’s latest South Asia Dev...
The business landscape in the country is rapidly evolving with foreign investments seen as critical to national developm...
Our forests, long a symbol of our environmental leadership, are going up in smoke. In just five months, fires have cause...
Bhutan is celebrating the state visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Q...
Diplomatic relationships are often built in conference rooms, signed into existence with handshakes and ink. But in rare...
As the nation takes stock of its economic health, a troubling figure demands urgent attention. As of now, loans worth Nu 33 billion remain under deferment. Nearly 6,000 borrowers—ranging from large hotel chains to small business owners—are unable to meet their repayment obligations. Of that total, a staggering Nu 13 billion is tied to the hotel and tourism sector alone. For a country with a GDP of
Read MoreIn a drive to bolster food security, works on establishing 15 mega greenhouses worth Nu 84.9 million are currently underway.
Read MorePhuentsholing—The government’s plan to construct a domestic airstrip at Rinchenphu in Yoeseltse, Samtse, has entered the next phase with the completion of the technical feasibility study for the proposed airstrip.
Read MoreA recent rapid assessment of Bhutan’s media landscape has raised concerns about financial instability, limited access to information, and a growing culture of self-censorship that impacts journalistic integrity and press freedom.
Read MoreThe Beskop Tshechu Film Festival returns this year with a renewed sense of purpose. For the first time in its history, all screenings will take place at the City Cinema Hall, a conscious move aimed at improving accessibility and sparking deeper engagement through post-screening conversations and Q&A sessions.
Read MoreSince the launch of the Environmental Deoxyribonucleic Acid (eDNA) laboratory at the College of Natural Resources (CNR), the country has been saving between USD 200 and USD 300 per sample on analysis costs, funds that would otherwise have been spent on laboratories overseas.
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