Chimi Lhakhang Hosts First-Ever Fertility Festival in Punakha
The first-ever Fertility Festival at Chimi Lhakhang was held on May 23 and 24, attracting thousands of pilgrims, tourists, and local visitors to one of Bhutan’s most culturally unique spiritual…
The Price of Progress: Bhutan’s Highland Culture Shifts from Community to Cash
A quiet revolution is reshaping the highland community of Sakteng in Trashigang. While new road connectivity has brought long-awaited development to this once-remote Bhutanese town, it has also accelerated the…
Nepali Students Honored at Pakistan Embassy’s 2026 Essay and Speech Competitions
The Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu successfully hosted the award ceremonies for the 13th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Essay Writing Competition and the 9th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Speech Competition-2026.…
Bhutan Strengthens Maternal Health Services Through Telemedicine Initiative
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Japan International Cooperation Agency, launched the Impact Evaluation Report of the Integrated Continuous Telemedicine of Fetal Heart Rate and Uterine Contraction (iCTG) Initiative…
Bhutan Media Facing Economic Survival Crisis Despite Press Freedom Debate
A new report released by the Journalists’ Association of Bhutan has raised questions over Bhutan’s low ranking in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders, arguing…
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…