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The National Assembly yesterday called on the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) to prioritise 10 key proposals submitted by South Thimphu Member of Parliament (MP) Tshewang Rinzin, as lawmakers engaged in an open debate on disparities in resource allocation and education quality across the country.
Communities affected by gypsum mining in Pemagatshel will receive land replacement and compensation from January 1, 2026...
The Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) is expected to take over the 770-megawatt (MW) Chamkharchhu-I hydroelectric proj...
The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) will begin the strict enforcement of Occupational Health and S...
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Dewathang-Gomdar raised concerns in the National Assembly yesterday about acute land s...
The country exported 31, 869.7 metric tonnes (MT) of fresh agricultural produce between January and November this year,...
The National Assembly (NA) adopted amendments to reservations on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons...
The National Assembly yesterday directed the government to submit a detailed follow-up report on the implementation of n...
The country’s effort to transform ecological challenges into sustainable opportunities was a key highlight at the Youth...
As Bhutan looks beyond traditional bank lending and donor-driven grants, new financing avenues, such as blended finance,...
The return of the Buddha’s sacred Piprahwa relics to India yesterday was more than a ceremonial farewell. It was a lesson in how nations should conduct themselves at a time when the world seems determined to spiral into deeper conflict.
Bhutan’s environmental stewardship, which has resulted in the country's rich biodiversity, is finally translating into concrete economic gains. The first-of-its-kind carbon credit agreement with Singapore allows Bhutan to monetise...
The exodus of qualified and seasoned health professionals and its impact on the quality of services is an issue of national importance. In the last five years, 936 trained health professionals left the sector. The current crisis...
The potential is vast, the scope is immense, and the market is as monumental as the Himalayas. As Bhutan and India explore new, sustainable ways to harness hydropower, the opportunity for transformative growth has never been clearer.
While we continue to prioritise sports development in the country, our presence in international competitions so far has been defined more by participation than performance. Our small te...
We are producing what can be called our most educated generation, but are offering them some of the most limited and least secure forms of employment. This mismatch is not an emerging concern; it has become a s...
If the past week was one of festivals and celebrations, Bhutan's farmers received a precious gift with the launch of the National Crop and Livestock Insurance Scheme on No...
The sacred ceremony happening at Tshaligoenba in Thimphu this week carries a weight far older than the moment itself. When more than 260 nuns from 14 countries are receiving full ordination, they are not simply enter...
The words shared by His Majesty the King on the 70th birth anniversary of Drukgyal Zhipa were more than a son’s remembrance. They were a national awakening. The advice of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, giv...
The visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bhutan yesterday is a testament to the enduring and profound friendship between the two nations, one that transcends politics and reflects...
The story of His Majesty the Fourth King is an extraordinary one in our history. At 16, His Majesty became King, followi...
none existed, electrified homes, and carried the nation through crises, including the recent Covid-19 pandemic. These ac...
The news of Australia passing a social media ban for children under 16 has sent ripples across the globe, igniting simil...
Bhutan has always taken pride in being a fairly egalitarian society. In many communities, women are heads of households,...
The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority is on high alert, not only investigating complaints but also penalising b...
The country’s plan to restore 50,000 hectares of degraded forests, farmlands, and urban lands is not simply an environmental initiative. It is a national ultimatum. We are standing at a point where the land that defines our identity is weakening under our watch.
Read MoreSamtse—Industries operating at Dhamdhum Industrial Park in Samtse have been battling frequent power outages, with unstable voltage levels disrupting operations, often causing financial losses and damage to equipment.
Read MoreBumthang—Across Bumthang, homes and shops have been draped in national flags, while streets glow with festive lights. Roads have been swept and public spaces prepared. Bumthang is all poised to host the 118th National Day celebrations at the national level for the first time.
Read MoreA flagship impact investment commitment in support of Pelsung was announced during the closing ceremony of the Bhutan SDG Impact Finance Forum yesterday.
Read MoreBusiness sectors are appealing to the government for transitional relief to prevent financial disruptions ahead of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Excise Tax rollout on January 1, 2026.
Read MoreThe widow of Biren Kumar Kafley has called for an independent, third-party investigation into her husband’s death, even as the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) continues an internal inquiry into the incident.
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