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 infras...
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. This situation reflects broader concerns raised in the recent Royal Audit Authority (RAA) review of the Local Government (LG) Development Grant, which indicates that local leaders have not prioritised funding for essential secto
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, health officials warned while observing World Kidney Day yesterday.
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 i...
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 founder-driven community.
Gelephu—The Gelephu Central Regional Referral Hospital (CRRH) yesterday installed the advanced EVIS X1 CV-1500 endoscopy system to enhance the early diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, such as ulcers, gastritis, and cancer.
Bhutan marked a major milestone in its digital development journey with the official handover of the Digital Topographic...
Indian insurance giant Bajaj Allianz chose Bhutan as the destination for its annual company event, bringing about 120 de...
In the two most remote gewogs of the country, Lunana in Gasa and Lingzhi in Thimphu, both located 4,000 metres above sea...
Samtse-Tashichoeling in Samtse, once a quiet settlement of scattered homes and narrow roads, is rapidly transforming int...
After earning critical praise and a string of international accolades, filmmaker Dechen Roder’s psychological drama “I, the Song” premiered in Thimphu on April 17.
A 20 percent surge in global oil prices could drag the country’s economic growth down by as much as 1.4 percent, accordi...
The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) has found several shortcomings in the terms and conditions used by...
The Bhutan National Digital Identity (NDI) is set to launch the “NDI Xcelerator Programme” from May 8 to June 6 this yea...
Bhutan’s tourism sector remains largely focused on cultural experiences, with around 90 percent of current offerings cen...
Samtse—For many years, farmers in Samtse have sold vegetables from under makeshift tents, battling monsoon rains and blazing heat. Now, that chapter is finally closing.
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...
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 the country’s nascent wine industry.
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...
Wangdue—The third unit of Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project was commissioned yesterday, boosting the plant’s total gen...
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 that this new reality has not translated into a happier existence. More is not the answer.
A significant portion of our youth’s challenges stems from our shortcomings as responsible, patient, and mindful elders. We should minimize criticism and punis...
More than 70,000 acres of forestland have been lost to fire in the country in just five years. This is not merely a statistic—it is a serious problem. The country has seen 261 separate incidents between 2020 and 2024, with fires burning through ecosystems, livelihoods, and a piece of our natural identity. Behind these numbers lies a pattern that is as troubling as the flames themselves—the rising
As Thimphu Thromde undergoes a flurry of repairs and maintenance in preparation for an upcoming VIP visit, the city’s transformation offers more than just a polished façade. It is...
For a person diagnosed with kidney failure, a transplant gives a new lease of life. However, a study published in the Bhutan Health Journal reveals that many kidney transplant recipients in the country ar...
The Asian Development Bank forecasts that inflation in Bhutan will cool to 4.2 percent this year. That is welcome news....
Bhutanese boxers, over the weekend, not only excited spectators at the clock tower square, but also made the country proud by dominating the Four Nations Boxing Championship....
The decision to integrate the Gelephu-Kokrajhar cross-border railway into the development of the Gelephu Mindfulness Cit...
Mental health is emerging as one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Globally, it accounts for one in six years...
In recent months, Kuensel and other media outlets have raised critical questions about the government’s Nu 15 billion Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP). These inquiries focus on...
A quiet but powerful step is being taken to strengthen Bhutan’s national security. Fifteen police officers from across the country are undergoing specialised training to detect forged documents and improve investigative techniques. This tr...
It is said that if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Many Bhutanese who have fallen victims to the QNet scam are painfully realising the wisdom behind this old adage. After Kuensel’s recent...
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| BNBL | -0.64 | 29.34 |
| BBPL | -2.57 | 17.50 |
| BCCL | -1.03 | 48.14 |
| BFAL | -5.50 | 128.31 |
| BIL | -0.44 | 64.50 |
| BPCL | 0.00 | 43.00 |
| BTCL | 4.37 | 570.00 |
| DFAL | -9.05 | 92.44 |
| DPL | -0.04 | 12.50 |
| DPNB | 0.11 | 29.21 |
| DWAL | -2.26 | 92.74 |
| GICB | -1.50 | 26.50 |
| KCL | -0.01 | 34.00 |
| PCAL | -0.95 | 28.05 |
| RICB | 1.45 | 84.50 |
| STCB | 2.42 | 48.46 |
| TBL | -4.55 | 45.54 |
| SVL | 0.60 | 5.30 |
The country’s economy, facing nearly three decades of premature de-industrialisation, requires a targeted industrial pol...
Forty-year-old entrepreneur Sonam Zangmo from Wangdue is pioneering organic glass noodles (Finn) made from buckwheat and...
Bhutan’s agricultural exports saw a strong performance last year, generating Nu 3.51 billion from both primary and proce...
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...
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...
The Thimphu-Babesa expressway is undergoing a facelift, perhaps to welcome a VIP. While this may be welcome news , the t...
Bhutan is facing a silent but dangerous health crisis. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs)—such as heart disease, stroke, d...
Food prices in Bhutan have been rising steadily, making it harder for families to afford what they need. Recent data sho...
There are growing concerns in the arts and craft business. Those in the business are increasingly alarmed by the influx...
A banker in Turkey died after the Covid-19 pandemic. His “head of finance" is reaching out to people so that she can sha...
The Draktsho Vocational Training Centre for Children and Youth with Disabilities is launching a major initiative to train 80 parents of children with disabilities, aiming to empower families left behind by traditional educational and support systems.
Read MorePema Tsho Sakhu, a 13-year-old Bhutanese student living in Perth, Australia, is already reaching for the stars, literally.
Read MoreThe Clock Tower Square in Thimphu came alive over the weekend with the colours, flavours, and rhythms of Thailand.
Read MoreMore than 70,000 acres of forestland have been lost to fire in the country in just five years. This is not merely a statistic—it is a serious problem. The country has seen 261 separate incidents between 2020 and 2024, with fires burning through ecosystems, livelihoods, and a piece of our natural identity. Behind these numbers lies a pattern that is as troubling as the flames themselves—the rising
Read MoreOn the evening of February 21 this year, waves of messages extending warm felicitations on the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King were still echoing across all social media platforms. In Thailand, the occasion blossomed into an extraordinary declaration from the Royal Court– the state visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn to Bhutan.
Read MoreSamtse—Poultry and piggery farming has become a primary source of livelihood for many farmers in Maedgang, under Norbuang gewog in Samtse.
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