Brokpa Community Welcomes the World for the Great Yeti Quest
In the mist-covered highlands of eastern Bhutan, a legend as old as the mountains themselves is breathing new life into a remote community. The Sakteng Dungkhag recently played host to…
Nepal Red Cross Grapples with Rising HIV Reactive Samples in Jhapa
The healthcare infrastructure in Jhapa is currently facing a dual crisis as the Nepal Red Cross Society reports a significant surge in blood demand alongside a worrying trend in donor…
Rs 3.62 Billion Corruption Suit Filed Over Pokhara Airport Construction
The Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed a high-profile corruption chargesheet at the Special Court in Kathmandu, targeting 13 individuals over alleged financial irregularities totaling Rs…
Ta Dzong and the Preservation of Bhutanese Cultural Identity
Perched strategically on a ridge overlooking the historic Trongsa Dzong, the cylindrical stone walls of Ta Dzong no longer echo with the sounds of military vigilance. Instead, they resonate with…
Early Detection Saves Lives: BCS Launches Nationwide Awareness Campaign
Recent health data has sparked a call to action across the Kingdom. According to the Population-Based Cancer Registry for 2019–2022, published earlier this year, Bhutan is seeing a steady climb…
Professional Freedom Over Political Shadow: PM Shah Outlines Vision for Civil Service Reform
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has issued a stern critique of the long-standing influence of political parties within Nepal’s educational and administrative sectors. In a recent social media address, the Prime…
Samsung’s multi-billion dollar tax case is over, and AI demand is helping the family’s wealth grow
The Lee family, who run South Korea’s biggest business empire, has officially paid the biggest inheritance tax bill in the country’s history. Samsung Electronics said on Sunday that it had…
Traffic Authorities Collect Rs 858,000 in Single-Day Revenue
In a significant move to bolster road safety and enforce discipline, traffic police have collected nearly one million rupees in fines from traffic rule violators within a single 24-hour period.…
The Rise of Gelephu Mindfulness City: A New Plan for Small-State Freedom
In an era dominated by traditional metrics of national power, the Kingdom of Bhutan is launching a groundbreaking experiment that challenges the global status quo. Moving beyond its renowned Gross…
Birgunj Customs Clearance Stopped Because of Required MRP Implementation
As of Tuesday, import operations at the Birgunj Customs Office have come to a halt because authorities and business owners can’t agree on whether or not to put maximum retail…