National Council Calls for Dedicated Pension Act to Reform NPPF Governance
The National Council has urged the government to enact a dedicated Pension and Provident Fund Act to strengthen governance, accountability, operational independence, and establish a clear legal and regulatory framework…
Bhutan and EU Deepen Ties Through Investment, Trade, and Innovation
Bhutan and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, with a renewed focus on investment, trade partnerships, and private sector engagement during the Europe Day…
Bhutan Spends Nu 1.5 million Per Kilometers on Chain-Link Fencing to Combat Human-Wildlife Conflict
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock has revealed that the government spends approximately Nu 1.5 million to install one kilometre of chain-link fencing as part of Bhutan’s efforts to reduce…
Bhutan’s GST Debate Intensifies as Inflation Rises and Exemption Proposals Expand
Bhutan’s recently implemented Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime is facing intense scrutiny just five months after its January rollout. Initially expected to lower consumer prices by replacing the older,…
Report Highlights Rapid Growth and Economic Impact of Nepali Diaspora in Australia
Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal has highlighted the pivotal role of the Nepali diaspora in Australia in elevating bilateral relations to new heights. Speaking at the launch of the…
Finland Proposes Stricter Rules for International Students and Family Reunification
Finland is planning to introduce stricter immigration rules for international students, including tougher language requirements, tighter income checks, and delayed family reunification under a new set of proposed reforms announced…
Empowering Bhutan: Tata Power Partners with DGPC for Massive 5,000 MW Green Energy Skilling Initiative
In a significant move to bolster cross-border renewable energy cooperation, Tata Power has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC). The strategic partnership,…
Fuel Import Pricing System Faces Scrutiny in National Assembly
Concerns over fuel pricing transparency and the pricing mechanism used for petroleum imports from Indian Oil Marketing Companies were raised during the ongoing session of the National Assembly of Bhutan…
Preserving the Past, Healing the Future: Bhutan’s New Era of Traditional Medicine
In a major step toward strengthening its local healthcare system, Bhutan’s Faculty of Traditional Medicine has officially launched a new textbook titled Zintig. Unveiled during the 3rd National Sorig Conference,…
Bhutan Faces Questions Over Bitcoin Reserves Amid Reports of Massive Crypto Transfers
Bhutan is facing mounting speculation over the future of its cryptocurrency reserves after blockchain analytics suggested the Himalayan kingdom may have transferred or sold a significant portion of its Bitcoin…