Pineapple farming transforms livelihoods in Durungri, Pema Gatshel
In Durungri village in Pema Gatshel, pineapples are bringing more than just a sweet harvest. What began as a small community initiative has grown into a promising source of income…
North Korea Unveils New Air Defence Missile System in Latest Weapons Test
North Korea has tested a new air-defense missile system as part of efforts to strengthen its military capabilities. State media reported on Thursday that the test took place on Wednesday.…
Bhutanese Hospitality Group Zhiwaling Opens Luxury Tented Camp in Laya
Bhutanese hospitality group Zhiwaling has opened a new luxury tented camp in Laya, one of the country’s highest permanently inhabited settlements, located at around 3,800 metres above sea level. Named…
World Bank Recommends Private Sector Growth and Female Workforce Participation for Bhutan
Bhutan is projected to become an ageing society by 2028, with over seven percent of its population expected to be over 65 years old, according to the World Bank’s latest…
Gelephu Central Bank Receives Authority Over Monetary Policy
Bhutan has taken an important step in reshaping its financial administration after King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck signed a royal decree granting the Gelephu Central Bank authority over monetary policy…
Bhutan Confident Ahead of Bangladesh Clash Despite Limited Preparation
Bhutan head coach Gary Phillips has expressed confidence in his team’s chances ahead of their opening match against hosts Bangladesh in the Techno SAFF Championship, despite facing difficulties in their…
Bhutan Combines Faith and Engineering for Historic World Record in Gelephu
Bhutan achieved a historic milestone on November 1, 2026, by setting a Guinness World Record for the most stupas consecrated simultaneously across multiple venues after raising and consecrating 108 Jangchub…
Bhutan Honours Modi’s Commitment Through Sacred Stupa Dedication at Gelephu
Bhutan has honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi by dedicating a sacred Buddhist stupa to him, recognising his commitment and India’s support for the Gelephu Mindfulness City project. Bhutanese King Jigme…
Bhutan Creates Guinness Record with 108 Buddhist Stupas in Nine Hours
Bhutan has achieved a remarkable milestone by setting a Guinness World Record for erecting 108 Buddhist stupas within just nine hours. The record-breaking effort involved around 40,000 trained volunteers, who…
Bhutan Sets Guinness World Record with 108 Chortens
Bhutan has entered the Guinness World Records for the most stupas or chortens consecrated simultaneously across multiple venues, following the completion of 108 Jangchub Chortens in Gelephu Mindfulness City on…