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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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Despite Bhutan’s commitment to inclusive education, thousands of children and youth with disabilities remain out of school, facing isolation and limited opportunities.
Agriculture has long been the backbone of Bhutan’s economy. To meet the sector’s evolving needs, the government is focusing on accelerating commer...
Students of Shali Primary School in Shumar gewog, Pemagatshel, continue to use desks and chairs dating back to the 1980s and 1990s, many of which are no longer functional. T...
A team of Bhutanese Officers, headed by Dasho Kaka Dorji, Dzongda-cum-Development Officer, Wangdiphodrang, and consisting of Mr. Pema Wangdi, Unde...
The Gelephu International Airport, designed in collaboration with NACO and BIG, blends Bhutan’s rich craft traditions with modern innovation.
When Jigme Wangdi, a corporate employee, first heard about Starlink’s launch...
Phuentsholing—Unhealthy lifestyles and poor dietary habits are fueling a surge in kidney failure cases in the country, hea...
The Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) Bhutan Uptake Forum, which...
At the heart of every successful startup is a founder with a vision. On the first day of Bhutan’s National Startup Weekend, three startup founders shared about their entrepreneurial journeys, offering insights into the highs and lows of launching and sustaining a business.
Bhutanese para shot putter Chimi Dema clinched a silver medal at the 2025 World Para Athletics Grand...
As Bhutan’s entrepreneurial landscape evolves, industry leaders are calling for a more structured approach to supporting startups and fostering a...
The premise is simple: one egg per child, every school day. The execution, however, is anything but. The One-Child, One-Eg...
Bhutan is set to allow private and foreign investments in the healthcare sector under a new regulatory framework aimed at expanding medical services and improving patient care.
Bhutan is set to modernise its approach to cultural preservati...
Bhutan has recorded its 499th orchid species with the recent discovery of Zeuxine drukyulensis by researchers at the National Biodi...
After a four-year hiatus, the National Startup Weekend is back, aiming to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with essential skills, mentorship, and resources to...
The senior director of Techstars, Oko Davaasuren, highlighted the importance of adopting a complex systems approach to developing a thriving startup ecosystem.
Phuentsholing—The housing crunch in the country’s commercial capital, Phuentsholing, continues to be a pressing issue, despite claims of population decline post-pandemic and the gradual rise of new buildings.
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The number of suicide cases among the country’s economically active population has reached alarming levels, with nearly 68 percent of those who took their own lives last year falling within the 20 to 59 age group, according to Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) statistics.
Last year, for the first time, Respect, Educate Nurture and Empower Women (RENEW) recorded 10 cases from Persons with Di...
Samdrupjongkhar–Samrang aims to become an eco-tourism hotspot but much depends on government support.
The assistant coach of Bhutan’s senior national football team, Ngawang Jampel, recently joined Minerva Academy Football...
The sporting scene in the country is evolving, with six new sports gaining ground in the past five years. Adding to the country’s existing 20 recognised sports, the rise of Teqball, Baseball and Softball, Beach Volleyball, Kho Kho, Alpine Skiing, Enduro Cycling, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) indicate growing enthusiasm for athletic pursuits.
Global Money Week 2025, a worldwide initiative to promote financial literacy among young people, kicked off on March 17...
The country’s mountainous terrain and extreme weather conditions make road construction challenging, with issues such as...
In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability. Yet in Bhutan, where traditional cuisine is deeply rooted in meat and dairy, soy-based products like...
Seven participating financial institutions (PFIs) have approved Nu 667.32 million in loans under the Economic Stimulus P...
In much of the world, plant-based diets are gaining traction for their health benefits and environmental sustainability. Yet in Bhutan, where traditional cuisine is deeply rooted in meat and dairy, soy-based products like tofu and soy milk are relatively unknown.
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 policy that prioritises specialised sectors to reverse this trend.
Forty-year-old entrepreneur Sonam Zangmo from Wangdue is pioneering organic glass noodles (Finn) made from buckwheat and vegetable extracts.
Bhutan’s agricultural exports saw a strong performance last year, generating Nu 3.51 billion from both primary and proce...
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.
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living in high-crime nations like India and Sen...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living in high-crime nations like India and Sen...
The rise in youth crimes in Bhutan stems from various causes, requiring a multifaceted solution. My experiences living in high-crime nations like India and Sen...
For years, the Royal University of Bhutan’s conference hall in Thimphu has hosted policymakers, intellectuals, and experts discussing visions, future plans, and innovative ideas.
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, potatoes, and cordyceps continue to be the backbone of rural livelihoods, bringing much-needed revenue int...
Much to the relief of Bhutan and its citizens, the United States has upgraded Bhutan to its “yellow” category under revised travel restrictions, lifting the ea...
Bhutan is yet to see a single homegrown startup break into the regional or international market. This is not for lack of...
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Agenda Chikha, a collaborative initiative between the government and key stakeholders, has committed USD eight million t...
After a four-year hiatus, the National Startup Weekend is back, aiming to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with essential sk...
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 Royal Audit Authority’s recent findings on the inefficiencies in our agricultural investments raise serious concerns...
The government's recent announcement to allow private and foreign investments in the healthcare sector has sparked debat...
We are facing a crisis—one that is quietly devastating families, straining the healthcare system, and costing lives. Alc...
Phuentsholing, the commercial capital of the country, is grappling with a housing crisis. People living in the border to...
The education ministry’s decision to rehire retired teachers is a sound move, though it may be disheartening for teacher...
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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