Farm roads and water supplies are disrupted by heavy rainfall
The farm road that connected Damchhi-Rinakha Chiwog in Toebisa Gewog, Punakha, washed away due to a flash flood in the Toeb Rongchhu caused by a severe downpour that started at…
Thailand offers their MaJesties 80 volumes of Tipitaka
Thailand presented an 80-volume World Tipitaka Sajjhaya Phonetic Edition to His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen at a ceremony at Tashichhodzong. The Tipitaka, the first complete collection…
Nonfood necessities, urban households spend more than rural ones
Bhutan’s urban households are spending more on non-food essentials than rural areas, according to the Household Consumption and Expenditure Survey 2025, highlighting income, access to services, and lifestyle differences. Urban…
GMC Initiative will see significant renovation at Gelephu Referral Hospital
Gelephu CRRH undergoes major renovation under GMC administration, preparing for increased health service demand and strengthening clinical mentoring. GMC Governor’s Office will lead transformation and mobilize funds. The hospital in…
Preserving Culture: Bhutan Invests in Film Heritage with Global Support
Bhutan’s Ministry of Information and Communications has launched the country’s first National Film Archive, alongside a digital restoration lab to preserve historical footage, documentaries, and traditional dramas. The initiative, located…
Young rape victims in Bhutan must fight for their lives
Choden, a fifth-grader, dropped out of school after her half-brother raped her, leading to 11 years in jail. Despite giving birth to a baby, her trauma persists. A 16-year-old girl…
NC is in favor of GST’s implementation date uponBill’s presentation
Most NC MPs support the GST commencement date on May 26, following legal debates over the National Assembly’s delay of Goods and Services Tax, Excise Tax, and Income Tax Bills.…
Remote Monasteries Go Online in Tech-Driven Spiritual Outreach
In a blend of tradition and technology, Bhutan’s Ministry of Home Affairs has unveiled its “Digital Dzong” project, which aims to equip ancient monasteries with internet connectivity and e-learning tools.…
Proposed tax plan will cost govt Nu 5.57 billion in revenue
The proposed Income Tax Bill 2025 is expected to cost the government Nu 5.57 billion in lost revenue, with 95% attributing it to state-owned enterprises. Significant changes include removing taxes…
Himalayan Kingdom Steps Up Green Farming Agenda
Bhutan has announced that it will roll out a formal National Organic Certification program by 2026, furthering its goal to become the world’s first fully organic farming nation. The initiative…