Driven by the commissioning of the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Power Plant (PHPA-II), Bhutan’s economy achieved an 8.52% real GDP growth in 2025, up from 7.84% in 2024. According to…
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…
The Paro District Court has sentenced three individuals for smuggling USD 450,000 out of Bhutan. The case surfaced when one of them was caught with the cash in Bangkok by…
Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) has officially begun deploying a portion of its national Bitcoin reserve into strategic yield-generating and liquidity management protocols. The initiative follows GMC’s landmark commitment to…
Ema datshi, Bhutan’s national dish, is a simple yet flavourful stew made with chillies (ema) and cheese (datshi). It reflects the Bhutanese love for both ingredients. Cheese has long been…
As they teach children, the parents also get an opportunity to develop these life skills. They also visit homes to provide counselling and support.Karma Chimi, ECCD Facilitator in Tsirang said,“We…
The Caring for the Caregiver programme is helping strengthen emotional wellbeing and parenting skills among caregivers in Bhutan, creating a positive impact on both parents and young children. Launched in…
The Tsirang District Administration has started construction of a Nu 34 million Economic Hub on more than 8.6 acres of land in Damphu to boost local trade, tourism and community…
Bhutan’s recurve archer Kinley Tshering delivered a remarkable performance at the World Archery Asia President’s Challenge Cup in Dhaka, Bangladesh, winning the gold medal in the Recurve Men’s Division. The…
The widespread reliance on lowest-bid tender systems is pushing public works infrastructure to its limits, causing systemic project delays, cost overruns, and compromised build quality across municipal developments. Designed primarily…
