With its Constitution mandating at least 60 per cent forest cover and forests absorbing far more carbon than Bhutan emits, conservation is central to its national identity and Gross National…
Feeling stressed or in need of a mental break? Tibetan singing bowls are increasingly being used as a simple way to promote relaxation and meditation.Often called ‘standing bells’ or Himalayan…
A high-level bilateral meeting on cooperation on trans-border rivers was held today in New Delhi between the delegation from the Royal Government of Bhutan, led by Lyonpo Gem Tshering, Minister…
The government has earmarked Nu 30 million under the fiscal year 2026-27 plan to kickstart the long-awaited upgrade of Samtse Hospital into a fully-fledged Regional Referral Hospital. This initial funding…
Seeking a medical appointment at Damphu Hospital in Tsirang is becoming not only difficult but also costly for some patients. Many return home without seeing a doctor after failing to…
Driven by the commissioning of the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Power Plant (PHPA-II), Bhutan’s economy achieved an 8.52% real GDP growth in 2025, up from 7.84% in 2024. According to…
Buddhist nun Ani Pema Deki, formerly known as Emma Slade, has been honoured with the British Citizen Award for International Achievement in recognition of her outstanding work supporting children and…
The Paro District Court has sentenced three individuals for smuggling USD 450,000 out of Bhutan. The case surfaced when one of them was caught with the cash in Bangkok by…
Wildfires are spreading across several locations in Serbia due to strong winds, intense heat, and a prolonged drought. Serbian emergency services are working to bring these fires under control. A…
Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) has officially begun deploying a portion of its national Bitcoin reserve into strategic yield-generating and liquidity management protocols. The initiative follows GMC’s landmark commitment to…
