His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo was present as the Fourth Parliament’s Third Session came to a respectful end. Lungten Dorji, the speaker, thanked everyone and promised to serve the country.…
The Philippine government is investigating subspecializations and educating two psychiatrists at KGUMSB to address the country’s mental health needs. PEMA Helpline Services provides telecounseling services for people who don’t need…
Bhutan’s Health Minister acknowledges mental health issues, promoting public awareness and involving the PEMA Secretariat in a comprehensive response, recognizing interconnected factors. PEMA Secretariat collaborates with health ministry to embed…
The World Bank’s Poverty and Equity Assessment 2024 warns that Bhutan’s poverty reduction efforts are at risk due to climate shocks and service gaps. The report highlights the vulnerability of…
With an overall advancement rate of 76%, the Norbugang Industrial Park in Samtse has seen an acceleration in development. The project, which is nearing completion and is valued at Nu…
A coalition of government agencies, researchers, and development partners is exploring renewable energy-powered irrigation systems to tackle food insecurity, rural joblessness, and climate vulnerability in the Philippines, with pilots in…
The Parliament has recommended legal action for Nu 2.38 billion in unresolved public fund irregularities, using the Audit Act of Bhutan 2018, and urged government agencies to refer persistent cases…
Bhutan’s housing market is evenly split between homeowners and renters, with 53.2% owning and 46.8% renting. Rural areas have strong home ownership, while urban areas have a higher percentage of…
The first Gyalsung batch completed their three-month National Service training on June 28, 2025, with Passing Out Parades held across four academies. The King thanked Gyalsups, families, Armed Forces, Government,…
Team Cyberchain and Team DeepGov won an international hackathon, developing Decentralized Applications powered by Bhutan’s NDI. Team Cyberchain’s platform, ZorigHub, connects local artisans with authentic buyers, while Team DeepGov presented…
