NATO Summit Overshadowed by Trump’s Greenland Remarks and U.S.-Iran Escalation
Europe’s renewed commitment to defense spending took center stage at the NATO Summit, as member nations unveiled major military investment plans aimed at strengthening the alliance and demonstrating greater responsibility…
Nepal, ADB Strengthen Ties to Boost Governance and Infrastructure
Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the long-standing partnership between Nepal and the multilateral lender. During a…
Bhutan’s First GI Products Aim to Boost Rural Livelihoods
Bhutan has officially registered its first four Geographical Indication (GI) products, marking a significant step in protecting the country’s traditional heritage while creating new economic opportunities for rural communities. A…
Trump Reads Children’s Book, Reflects on Past Presidents During Podcast
U.S. President Donald Trump appeared on Second Lady Usha Vance’s podcast, Storytime with the Second Lady, where he read the children’s book Presidents Play! while offering humorous and personal commentary…
Flood-Triggered Turbidity Halts Melamchi Drinking Water Supply
The supply of drinking water from Nepal’s Melamchi Drinking Water Project to the Kathmandu Valley has been temporarily suspended after floodwaters turned the project’s intake source excessively muddy, officials confirmed…
Piyush Goyal Highlights Japan’s Long-Term Investment Commitment to India
India and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their strategic and economic partnership during the India-Japan Strategic Dialogue hosted by NDTV. The high-level forum brought together policymakers, diplomats, business leaders…
Tourism Spark Fund to Drive Wellness and Sustainable Tourism in Gelephu
Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) has launched the Tourism Spark Fund, introducing 40 investment opportunities aimed at strengthening Bhutan’s wellness, cultural, and sustainable tourism sectors. The initiative, unveiled during the GMC…
Bhutan Breaks Ground for Landmark Buddhist Temple in Nepal’s Lumbini
Bhutan has officially begun construction of its Nu. 160 million temple complex in Lumbini, Nepal, marking a major step in strengthening cultural, religious and diplomatic ties between the two Himalayan…
Panbang’s Adventure Tourism Gains Momentum with Khenda Adventure
Panbang is rapidly emerging as one of Bhutan’s most promising ecotourism destinations, offering unforgettable rafting experiences along the Drangme Chhu and Mangde Chhu rivers near Royal Manas National Park. At…
US Working on Trump’s India Trip as Trade Deal Nears Completion
The United States is working towards President Donald Trump’s visit to India in the early part of next year, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed, highlighting the continued…