NCHM begins second phase of Thorthormi siphon test
A team from the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology, NCHM, is in Lunana, preparing for the second phase of piloting a siphon system at Thorthormi Lake. The system uses…
International exchange brings new museum practices to Bhutan
How Bhutan preserves and presents its cultural heritage is becoming an important part of strengthening the country’s museums. 25 museum and cultural heritage professionals from Bhutan and the Rubin Museum…
Awareness improves GLOF preparedness in Samdingkha, but concerns remain
Awareness of the risk of another Glacial Lake Outburst Flood, GLOF has made residents of Samdingkha in Punakha more alert and prepared. The community has an evacuation centre, an early…
Can Bhutan’s early warning systems keep up with climate risks?
As climate change reshapes the risks Bhutan faces, disaster preparedness is becoming increasingly important. But how prepared is Bhutan? With awareness, preparedness and mitigation more important than ever, this story…
Four initiatives launched to boost voter participation ahead of next LG elections
Marking National Voters’ Day celebration in Paro today, the Election Commission of Bhutan launched four initiatives to strengthen election administration and improve voter participation. The launch comes as the country…
Thimphu Structure Plan moves into phased implementation
After years of planning, the Thimphu Structure Plan is now moving into phased implementation. The plan, along with the Thimphu–Paro Regional Strategy, is being implemented through infrastructure development, improvements to…
Her Majesty Queen Mother Sangay Choden Wangchuck graces breast clinic’s first anniversary
The dedicated Breast Clinic in Thimphu recorded more than 1,600 visits in its first year. Patients came for assessment, diagnosis and treatment, including surgery for breast cancer. The clinic marked…
Hydropower projects designed to withstand GLOF risks, says MoENR Minister
Being built along river basins, Bhutan’s hydropower projects are vulnerable to flash floods and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods. As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of such events, the…
Three months on, Lhuentse farmers still wait for potato buyers
Limited access to markets, falling prices, and weak demand for potatoes have left farmers in Zhamling, Lhuentse’s Gangzur Gewog unable to sell their harvests for months. With buyers yet to…
Smaller glacial lake triggered August Paro flood, NCHM calls for stronger early warning
The flood in Paro in August was initially thought to have been caused by a breach of Jechu Drake Lake. However, a detailed assessment by the National Centre for Hydrology…