Hotels Fill Up as Gelephu Prepares for Project 108 Mega Gathering
Gelephu is preparing to host an estimated 100,000 people on 1 November 2026, when 108 Buddhist stupas are scheduled to be completed simultaneously under Project 108. According to officials, around…
Devastating floods in Senegal leave several dead
Persistent rainfall in the West African nation of Senegal has caused flooding in Senegal, in several areas. Additionally, daily life has been disrupted as roads have become waterlogged and buildings…
Regional Dialogue discusses how governments can prepare for future challenges
Governments need to anticipate and prepare for rapid changes in technology, climate, demographics and the global economy. This was discussed at the two-day Regional Dialogue on Future-Ready Governance in Thimphu,…
Bhutan Targets 30 Percent Rice Self-Sufficiency Under 13th Plan Amid Declining Cultivation
Bhutan is facing a mounting agricultural crisis as its cultivable paddy land, locally known as chhuzhing, rapidly shrinks due to unauthorized constructions, illegal conversions, and agricultural neglect, pushing the nation’s…
Regional Leaders Convene in Bhutan to Address Overlapping Global Crises and Public Service Delivery
Government officials and international experts recently converged in Thimphu for a vital two-day Regional Dialogue on Future-Ready Governance, exploring innovative strategies for Asian and Pacific administrations to proactively anticipate and…
Bhutan School Creates Steady Market for Local Farmers
A rural school in eastern Bhutan is creating a direct link between student meals and local farmers by sourcing vegetables, eggs and dairy products from nearby producers. Gongthung Middle Secondary…
Bhutan U-15 team hopes to gain international exposure at FIFA festival
Bhutan is preparing to take part in the inaugural FIFA Under-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, which begins on the 22nd of this month. For the young players, the…
A Day in Thimphu: Exploring Bhutan’s Capital at a Gentle Pace
Bhutan’s capital offers travellers a refreshing escape from the rush of modern cities, with forested hills, historic temples and a relaxed way of life. A perfect day can begin early…
Bhutanese students rethink plans to study in Australia
New student visa rules in Australia are prompting some Bhutanese to reconsider their plans. The changes barred most international students from bringing their partners or children, while those onshore may…
Black Mountain Festival brings Trongsa’s oral traditions to life
What if the stories behind Trongsa’s past could come alive on stage? At the fifth Black Mountain Festival, communities did just that, bringing generations-old stories and traditions to life through…