Damaged Gym Equipment Worries Thimphu Residents
More than a decade after their installation, several outdoor gyms in Thimphu are showing signs of wear, prompting residents to raise concerns over safety and maintenance. Some equipment is damaged…
Thukten Nyendra’s Journey from Young Guitarist to Eurovision Hopeful
Thukten Nyendra, 24, from Chhukha, has emerged as the winner of Bhutan’s inaugural Rhythm of Bhutan singing competition and the country’s representative at the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia. Yet…
Canberra School Helps Bhutanese Children Stay Connected to Their Roots
As the Bhutanese community continues to grow across Australia, a school in Canberra is helping the next generation stay connected to its heritage. The Bhutanese Language and Culture School, formally…
Bhutan-India Development Partnership Strengthens with Nu 3B Grant for 13th Five-Year Plan
India has approved over Nu 3 billion for 12 new Project-Tied Assistance (PTA) initiatives in Bhutan under the country’s 13th Five-Year Plan, bringing the total approved PTA projects to 82.…
Home Dialysis Launched to Ease Burden on Kidney Patients
Bhutan has introduced peritoneal dialysis (PD), giving kidney patients a more convenient and affordable alternative to hospital-based haemodialysis. The service, launched in the capital, allows eligible patients to undergo dialysis…
Uncertainty Grows Over Kanglung Education Centre
Plans to establish Kanglung in Trashigang as an education centre remain stalled nearly a decade after the initiative was first announced. The project, pledged by the People’s Democratic Party during…
Highlight the five contestants competing to become Bhutan’s first representative
Bhutan prepares for a historic Eurovision Asia debut as five finalists compete to become the country’s first representative at the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026. After months of auditions,…
Towards a More Accessible, Inclusive and Trusted Justice System
Bhutan’s journey towards a people-centred, trusted and inclusive justice system reflects its strong commitment to dignity, fairness and the rule of law. Sustaining a high-quality pipeline of Bhutanese legal professionals…
Bhutan’s Mining Dilemma: Dig for Minerals, Protect the Forests
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…
Ani Pema Deki Recognised with British Citizen Award for Service to Bhutan
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…