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A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders. We should minimize criticism and punishment while providing more practical, loving guidance.
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Punakha—The annual Punakha Tshechu and Dromchoe festivals this year witnessed an increase in tourist arrivals.
October 16, 1978 - The Dzongkhag Yargay Tshongchung met recently in Gaylephug to discuss various developmental schemes. The several Irrigation and water suppl...
DECEMBER 26. 1977 - His Majesty the King recently inaugurated the Khamdang Irrigation Project in Khamdang village in Trashigang district. T...
State-owned enterprises (SOEs) aim to achieve a tenfold revenue expansion in line with the government’s 2050 economic grow...
A draft list circulating on social media and international news outlets suggests that Bhutan could face an entry ban or visa restrictions to the United States (US).
The Royal Audit Authority (RAA) has raised concerns over the effectiveness of investments in agriculture and livestock projects, revealing that substantial financial o...
The four-day Startup Community Bootcamp (SCB) and National Startup Weekend (NSUW) 2025 wrapped up on Sat...
Phuentsholing—The construction of the Bhawanijhora underpass culvert in Pasak...
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), Office of the Attorney General (OAG), and Royal Audit Authority (RAA) have endorsed a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to streamline the handling of missing persons linked to administrative and criminal cases.
Lhamoidzingkha, Dagana—As the conch shell’s haunting call reverberates through the dense forest, more than 7,000 dev...
In what is a major restructuring of the country’s digital entertainment sector, three leading Over-the-Top (OTT) streaming platforms—Samuh, Sha...
October 17, 1977 - No visitor to Bhutan can fail to be impressed by the progress the country has made in the economi...
May 23, 1977 - The people of Bhutan call their country “the land of the peaceful dragon,” which indicates something about their nature. The Bhutanese stress the importance of their cultural heritage and traditional values but they are realistic...
March 21, 1977 - The provision of clean drinking water is one of the more important cost-effective activities that could be undertaken to improve the health of the people. A large number of countries...
Nine-year-old Jigme Palden walks into a retail shop in Changbangdu, Thimphu, and buys a can of beer without any qualms. The shopkeeper neither asks his age nor hesitates to sel...
Hundreds of Bhutanese living abroad have already i...
Kuenphen Motors, the primary dealer for the EV taxi project, has claimed that it had no choice but to sell 27 subsidised electric taxis to private individuals, corporations, and NGOs after taxi operators failed to secure loans due to collateral requirements, and difficulties in finding co-guarantors.
The Royal Audit Authority (RAA) has raised concerns over the increasing number of substandard, incomplete, and delayed infrastructure projects in Bhutan’s construction sector.
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Nearly a year after the government announced 100 percent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the agriculture sector, some 12 interested foreign companies are waiting for the Cabinet to approve the FDI policy to enter the market.
The Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bhutan (KGUMSB) will construct a fully-fledged campus for its Bachel...
High upfront costs, uncertain returns, market barriers, limited access to credit, and a lack of awareness are among the...
Punakha—The annual Punakha Tshechu and Dromchoe festivals this year witnessed an increase in tourist arrivals.
State-owned enterprises (SOEs) aim to achieve a tenfold revenue expansion in line with the government’s 2050 economic gr...
The small Bhutanese community in the US—and their loved ones back home—are closely watching as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on illegal immigration. With US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) launching large-scale deportation sweeps, anxiety is mounting over reports of Bhutanese nationals appearing on ICE lists circulating on social media.
Long before modern conservation theories emerged, Bhutan and its people championed a form of sustainable living deeply rooted in Buddhism. The power of faith, reflected in a new initiative by the World Wildlife...
As Bhutanese, we are proud of our distinct identity. The most common narrative is how we take pride in our history, rich cultural heritage, pristine environment, carbon-negative status, and Gross National...
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has taken a commendable stride by initiating a comprehensive plan to engage the private sector in the 13th Plan. This mo...
The mentoring programme initiated by the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), in partnership with the A...
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| BNBL | 0.16 | 30.22 |
| BBPL | -0.76 | 25.00 |
| BCCL | -1.03 | 48.14 |
| BFAL | -25.13 | 133.81 |
| BIL | 0.91 | 72.21 |
| BPCL | 0.00 | 43.00 |
| BTCL | 0.00 | 600.00 |
| DFAL | 9.39 | 104.02 |
| DPL | 0.50 | 14.50 |
| DPNB | 0.67 | 30.08 |
| DWAL | -9.42 | 103.88 |
| GICB | 0.16 | 27.00 |
| KCL | -2.00 | 32.00 |
| PCAL | 0.00 | 30.00 |
| RICB | -1.94 | 82.00 |
| STCB | 0.05 | 51.00 |
| TBL | -3.21 | 48.98 |
| SVL | 0.29 | 5.00 |
Bhutan witnessed an extraordinary event that left its mark not just on those who attended, but also on the nation as a w...
Forest fires in Thimphu have become an alarming, recurring issue. The destructive fires not only threaten the delicate e...
It is said that crime and sex stories sell well in the media. This could be true considering the questions from the publ...
In the face of rising unemployment, the latest labour force survey report comes as a big concern demanding immediate att...
This year, 2025, will be the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation, with March 21 to be observed as the World Day...
A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders. We should minimize criticism and punishment while providing more practical, loving guidance.
Read MoreGelephu—Authorities are in the final stages of the preliminary investigation into widespread fronting in the lucrative boulder export industry, according to sources.
Read MoreTo enhance user experience with faster and more reliable mobile services, Bhutan Telecom (BT) is phasing out its 3G network. As part of this transition, 58,000 BT users with 3G-only SIMs have been asked to upgrade to 4G, according to the Bhutan Information and Media Authority (BICMA).
Read MoreTuberculosis (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 2024, Bhutan recorded 920 cases, including 66 cases of drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB), with 36 fatalities.
Read MoreThe Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has prioritised sustaining the production of cereals and key crops to ensure food and nutrition security.
Read MoreFor years, the Royal University of Bhutan’s conference hall in Thimphu has hosted policymakers, intellectuals, and experts discussing visions, future plans, and innovative ideas.
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