Government Refuses Payment Reform Despite Fruit Drop Crisis in Mandarin Trade
The Nepal government has officially declined to revise the existing advance payment system for mandarin exports, despite a mounting “fruit drop” crisis that has severely impacted citrus yields across the…
US Slashes Bangladesh Tariffs: New Deal Features 1% Cut and Zero Reciprocal Duties
On February 9, 2026, the United States and Bangladesh formalized a groundbreaking Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, signaling a major shift in the economic landscape of South Asia. The deal, signed…
Bhutan’s Punakha to Open First Craft Market by 2026
Punakha, one of Bhutan’s most visited districts, is set to welcome its first dedicated craft market, strengthening opportunities for local artisans and enhancing the visitor experience. Despite its rich cultural…
UAE Weather Outlook: Visibility Drops and Rain Chances Rise This Week
Recent meteorological updates indicate that people living throughout the United Arab Emirates should brace for a significant transformation in local weather patterns. A detailed five-day outlook released by the National…
Mission Update: NASA targets March for Artemis II launch after technical hurdles in fueling test.
NASA has officially rescheduled the Artemis II moon mission, moving the launch from February to March 6, 2026, at the earliest. The decision follows a critical wet dress rehearsal (WDR)…
More details on RBP’s action against 8 RBP personnel for death of detainee
On 21 January 2025, the Human Resource Committee (HRC) of the Royal Bhutan Police Headquarters concluded its inquiry into the custodial death of detainee Biren Kumar Kafley. Following the investigation,…
RMA comes across some preliminary findings in its ESP review
The Royal Monetary Authority (RMA) is reviewing all medium-scale Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP) loans, ranging from Nu 10 million to Nu 100 million, involving 37 accounts, excluding four cases already…
GST Rollout Triggers Market Confusion and Public Frustration
The rollout of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has triggered widespread confusion among consumers and vendors, exposing gaps in planning and public communication. While GST is designed to modernize…
Ugyen Norlha Chorten in GMC nears completion
The Ugyen Norlha Chorten in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), formerly known as the Tabab Chorten, is nearing completion and is expected to be inaugurated on the Birth Anniversary of His…
More than 6,000 households benefit from chain-link fencing
The chain-link fencing program, which began only a few years ago, has now reached an estimated 40 to 50 gewogs and around 60 to 100 chiwogs across the country, making…