GST Relief Fails to Lower Doma Prices, Buyers Left Frustrated
The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on January 1 this year marked a notable shift in the taxation of imported goods, specifically doma (betel nut), which is…
Legal Minds Unite to Enhance Public Service in Bhutan
Over 100 legal professionals from across government agencies in Bhutan convened for a three-day Government Legal Professionals Conference aimed at enhancing coordination, innovation, and efficiency within the justice system.Organized by…
US-Iran War Escalates into Week 3, Diego Garcia Base in Focus Amid Rising Tensions
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has entered its third week, with rising tensions signaling a potential expansion beyond the Middle East. A reported missile attempt by…
Israel-Iran Escalation Sparks Foreign Policy Rift, Shakes Global Energy Markets
Rising tensions between Israel and Iran have triggered a wider geopolitical ripple, exposing strains in relations with the United States and unsettling global energy markets.The crisis intensified after Israel reportedly…
Middle East conflict pushes fuel costs up; premium petrol hiked by ₹2–3 per liter in India
On March 20, 2026, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) announced that the increase in petrol prices would be limited to the premium variant, experiencing a rise of…
ADB Chief Meets Bhutan Prime Minister, Pledges Continued Support
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda held a meeting with Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay at ADB’s headquarters in Manila to reinforce the robust development collaboration between ADB and…
Major Infrastructure Revamp at Chukha Central School
Chukha Central School, established in 1977, is currently undergoing significant infrastructure enhancements as part of the government’s educational strengthening initiative under the 13th Plan. This initiative responds to long-standing infrastructure…
Early Warnings Secured: Bhutan Agrees to Rainfall Data-Sharing Pact
In a significant step towards improving flood management, Bhutan has agreed to share real-time rainfall and river discharge data with West Bengal, enabling more accurate and timely forecasting in vulnerable…
Election Preparations Intensify in Darjeeling and Kalimpong for April 23
Preparations for the Legislative Assembly elections, set for April 23, have been confirmed by the district administrations of Darjeeling and Kalimpong, coinciding with the enforcement of the Model Code of…
Bhutan’s First Indoor Golf Bar Opens Its Doors as the 19th Hole
The 19th Hole has recently opened in Bhutan, marking the country’s first indoor golf simulator bar designed as a casual social hub rather than merely a sports facility. The venue…