Bhutan is set to launch its first satellite as part of a national initiative to develop space technology. The satellite, designed in collaboration with international space agencies, will focus on…
According to a recent study on a project centered on women in public administration, Bhutan wants to raise the percentage of women in decision-making positions within the civil service to…
Bhutan has implemented a nationwide ban on single-use plastics, including plastic bags, straws, and cutlery. The government is collaborating with local businesses and manufacturers to promote biodegradable alternatives. Bhutan’s environmental…
Agency: Although the number of drug-related arrests has slightly decreased in 2024, with 3,319 individuals apprehended compared to 3,667 in 2023, substance abuse remains the leading crime in Bhutan. The…
Bhutan’s government has rolled out a new electric vehicle (EV) subsidy program to reduce air pollution and promote sustainable transportation. Under the plan, citizens will receive financial incentives to purchase…
Karma Tshetem’s once-thriving hardware company in Gelephu has been in freefall for almost a year. Her shelves used to be filled with construction materials, but after being forced to cut…
Bhutan is expanding its tourism infrastructure to cater to eco-conscious travelers. The government announced new eco-tourism zones featuring hiking trails, forest lodges, and cultural centers. A focus on minimizing carbon…
The Trashigang Dzongkhag Divisional Forest Office has constructed roadside amenities at Wamrong Town and Kharungla Brekha Junction, aiming to enhance tourism and youth employment. Funded by UNDP and GEF under…
Group of 12 women in Soobdrang Chiwog have made significant progress in agricultural development by forming a cooperative aimed at cultivating cardamom. The cooperative has not only become a key…
Bhutan celebrated its National Forest Day with a nationwide tree-planting campaign. Citizens, students, and government officials planted over 1 million trees in a single day, aiming to combat deforestation and…
