India and Bhutan Approve 12 New Projects Worth ₹332 Crore
India and Bhutan have reviewed the progress of bilateral development cooperation under Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan. During the fifth India-Bhutan Development Cooperation Talks, 12 new ‘Project Tied Assistance’ (PTA) projects…
Tsirang’s New Economic Hub Aims to Strengthen Local Economy and Tourism
Residents of Tsirang district and visitors to Damphu town will soon have access to a dedicated centre for local products, recreation, and community activities as the district administration begins construction…
Luxury Hotel Operators Defend Compensation Structures Amid Wage Criticism, Pointing to High Overhead and Off-Season Slumps
Luxury hotel operators are pushing back against growing criticism over employee compensation, arguing that premium room rates do not directly translate into massive profit margins due to steep operational overhead,…
Planners and builders meet promote inclusive design
Imagine walking into a building, only to find that you cannot access the next floor or even use the washroom. For people living with disabilities in the country, such barriers…
Bhutanese Citizens Lose Over Nu 26 Million to Escalating Online Scams in Six Months
Financial fraud and online scams surged sharply across Bhutan, with citizens losing over Nu 26 million to digital fraudsters within a six-month period, according to recent data from the Royal…
Technology, Duty, and Mindfulness A New Wave of Nationalism Engulfs Bhutan
Bhutan is experiencing a unique cultural and socio-political evolution as a new wave of nationalism takes root, blending cutting-edge technology, civic duty, and traditional mindfulness. Under the leadership of King…
Three community projects launched to promote human-tiger coexistence
Nubi in Trongsa is one of the country’s major human-tiger conflict hotspots. As the area lies within the migratory paths and biological corridors connecting two national parks, residents frequently lose…
Iran Claims Missile Attack on US Bases in Jordan
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that its Aerospace Force targeted a US military command center and airbase with ballistic missiles on Wednesday. This claim was made in…
Ageing Bhutan Faces Rising Mental Health Challenges Among Senior Citizens
As Bhutan prepares to become an ageing society next year, health experts are raising concerns over the growing mental health challenges faced by older adults. Psychiatrists at Jigme Dorji Wangchuck…
Discover The Flavours Of Thimphu
Known for its iconic dishes such as ema datshi, Bhutan’s capital is steadily gaining recognition for a diverse and vibrant culinary scene that extends far beyond traditional chilies and cheese.…