Paying respect to the forest’s protectors
Bhutan’s forest rangers, dressed in green uniforms, gathered at the Royal Institute of Management to commemorate World Ranger Day 2025. The event, observed globally on July 31, recognizes rangers who…
Debt defaults at low-cost hotels are on the rise
Since non-performing loans have increased to Nu 549.21 million, the Bhutanese tourism industry is experiencing financial challenges. With a total loan portfolio of Nu 20.88 billion and the biggest percentage…
Desi High School begins five-year endeavor to restore the forest
Desi High School in Thimphu, Bhutan, has launched a five-year project to restore two hectares of degraded forest land near its campus. The initiative follows a forest fire in Debsi…
Businesses provide RSEB Nu 87 million in unclaimed funds
Both listed and delisted companies have contributed Nu 87.4 million in unclaimed funds to RSEB. Bhutan Insurance Limited, Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan, and Druk PNB Bank have the highest…
Thimphu wants all govt buses, taxis & vehicles to be electric by 2047
Thimphu faces a transportation crisis, with over half of its commutes predicted to be in traffic queues by 2047 if current trends continue unchecked. The LETMP aims to tackle traffic…
The third major ICC award goes to Bhutan Cricket
The International Cricket Council’s Female Cricket Initiative of the Year 2024 has named BCCB and Vanuatu the Global Winners. Bhutan’s dedication to reaching 100% female participation in cricket activities at…
Using solar energy to revolutionise agricultural irrigation
A report suggests Bhutan must rethink its irrigation methods due to unpredictable monsoon patterns. The report advocates for solar-powered solutions, such as solar lift irrigation, which is a viable alternative…
With global goals, Gelephu CRRH creates a medical research institute
The Gelephu CRRH has established a Health and Medical Research Centre in Gelephu Mindfulness City, aiming to become a world-leading institution in Bhutan’s health research landscape. The centre, a first…
Opposition urges government to immediately adopt the GST
The OP criticizes the government for delays in implementing the GST Act, citing three amendments before its full commencement. The government’s inability to implement the GST is primarily due to…
To combat child malnutrition govt raises school meal allowance
Bhutan’s Cabinet has approved a revised stipend rate for over 90,000 students to combat child malnutrition. The revised stipend for boarders receiving three meals a day has been increased from…