US tightens screws on birth tourism
The US has announced the implementation of visa restrictions against individuals involved in commercial “birth tourism.” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that these restrictions aim to target individuals…
Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay Announces Bhutan’s GEP Valued at $6.2 Billion for 2024
Bhutan has made history by becoming the very first nation in the world to officially adopt the Gross Ecosystem Product (GEP) at a national level, introducing an innovative economic metric…
Solar pump brings water to Tshangchutham farms
For years, farmers in upper Tshangchutham in Samdrup Jongkhar watched a river flow below their village. However, they could never easily get its water to their fields. A solar-powered pump…
US, China Extend Trade Truce as Xi Visits Washington
The United States and China have agreed to extend their trade truce for two months, giving both sides more time to negotiate a broader economic agreement. US Treasury Secretary Scott…
As Machine-Made Kishutharas Rise, Handweavers Face a Tougher Market
Machine-made kishutharas are becoming increasingly common in Bhutanese markets, putting pressure on traditional handweavers whose products require significantly more time and labour. Imported machine-made versions from neighbouring border towns often…
Bhutan Observes Traditional Thruebab Festival
Bhutan is observing Thruebab, a traditional festival celebrated every year in late September, particularly in the eastern districts. Often translated as ‘Blessed Rainy Day’, the festival is actually rooted in…
Researchers study dream yoga through neuroscience
What if you could control your dreams at night? This is exactly what a team of neuroscientists and Buddhist scholars is studying, particularly through Dream Yoga practices in Bhutan. Dream…
Targeting Success: Bhutanese Archers Set for Asian Games After Two-Year Prep
After nearly two years of intensive preparation, Bhutan’s three-member recurve archery team is set to compete in both individual and team events at the Asian Games in Japan, beginning with…
NCHM begins second phase of Thorthormi siphon test
A team from the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology, NCHM, is in Lunana, preparing for the second phase of piloting a siphon system at Thorthormi Lake. The system uses…
GMC Prepares Worker Housing as Construction Activity Expands
Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is developing a 1,000-bed workers’ dormitory to accommodate part of the workforce expected to be needed as construction of major projects gathers pace. The Gelephu Mindfulness…