To boost company, the hospitality industry looks for ESP loans
As the hospitality industry tries to recover from the Covid-19 outbreak, the HRAB is pleading with the government to provide ESP loans to this industry. Although there are currently 123…
A grant of Nu 143 million is given to Bhutan for HR development
Japan has awarded Nu 143 million to Bhutan through its Human Resource Development Scholarship project, aiming to boost Bhutan’s human capital and strengthen bilateral ties in critical areas like economic…
National Archery Championship has single women’s team
“Kurukulle” is a prominent women’s team at the Bhutan National Archery Championship 2025, showcasing the rising popularity of compound archery among Bhutanese women and challenging societal superstitions. Kurukulle is optimistic…
Govt gives 90day deadline for delivery of 34 EV taxis that are AWOL
Two EV dealers have been given 90 days by the BTA to complete the unfulfilled orders for 34 of the 300 EVs that were supposed to be delivered by September…
As Japanese encephalitis outbreak expands throughout Assam, MoH advises vigilance
The MoH has issued an urgent public advisory following an outbreak of JE in Assam, India, resulting in fatalities. The MoESD has also expressed concern for Bhutanese students preparing to…
The ministry of education begins Framework for Education Technology
The MoESD in Bhutan has launched an ETF to modernize digital learning nationwide. The framework aims to enhance children’s learning experiences, develop skills through reliable school connectivity, enrich digital content,…
The long-standing water problems in Samtse Town have hope thanks to a new borewell
Samtse town’s water crisis is nearing an end with the completion of a new borewell, expected to alleviate persistent water issues, especially during dry winter months. The Nu 4.07 million…
Mountain Hazelnuts & BDBL collaborate to strengthen rural farmers
Bhutan Development Bank Limited and Mountain Hazelnuts Venture Private have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance rural livelihoods and financial access for over 8,000 hazelnut-growing households. BDBL has signed…
Gelephu International Airport construction gets underway
The building of the GIA began with a ceremony attended by His Majesty the King, Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen, and Their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel and Gyalsey Ugyen Wangchuck.…
NCOA works harder to promote the production of quinoa
The 2024-2025 NCOA annual report highlights Bhutan’s promotion of organic farming, including quinoa, as a promising staple in the country’s agricultural landscape. Quinoa, a “superfood” rich in protein and essential…