Samtse town’s water crisis is nearing an end with the completion of a new borewell, expected to alleviate persistent water issues, especially during dry winter months. The Nu 4.07 million…
Bhutan Development Bank Limited and Mountain Hazelnuts Venture Private have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance rural livelihoods and financial access for over 8,000 hazelnut-growing households. BDBL has signed…
Bhutan has quietly launched a digital nomad visa program on a pilot basis, targeting tech professionals, freelancers, and entrepreneurs willing to work remotely from the country. The visa allows a…
Bhutan has introduced a national organic certification program, helping farmers receive formal accreditation for growing chemical-free crops. The program, under the Ministry of Agriculture, offers training and logistical support to…
The building of the GIA began with a ceremony attended by His Majesty the King, Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen, and Their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel and Gyalsey Ugyen Wangchuck.…
The 2024-2025 NCOA annual report highlights Bhutan’s promotion of organic farming, including quinoa, as a promising staple in the country’s agricultural landscape. Quinoa, a “superfood” rich in protein and essential…
Bhutan has launched its first fully solar-powered smart village in the eastern district of Trashigang. The initiative, supported by the Asian Development Bank and Bhutan’s Ministry of Energy, includes solar…
The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed Samtse-What communities like Tading, transforming the Samtse-Phuentsholing highway into a bustling economic corridor, with increased toll fees and travel restrictions transforming the area into a…
His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo was present as the Fourth Parliament’s Third Session came to a respectful end. Lungten Dorji, the speaker, thanked everyone and promised to serve the country.…
In a bold tourism reform, Bhutan has introduced a special eco-tourism visa that allows travelers to stay in remote villages, promoting rural income and sustainable tourism. The program is aimed…
