Punakha Bazam: World’s Longest Wooden Cantilever Bridge Rebuilt as Symbol of Bhutan’s Resilience
At the confluence of the Phochhu and Mochhu rivers stands the majestic Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most revered architectural landmarks. Built in 1637/38, the dzong served as the country’s…
Congress criticizes Modi’s speech to the Israeli Parliament for lowering India’s moral position
On February 26, 2026, the opposition party, Congress, criticized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent speech in the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) as an “unabashed defense” of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,…
FBI Fires Agents Linked to Trump Classified Documents Probe
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has reportedly dismissed additional agents who were involved in investigating U.S. President Donald Trump over the handling of classified documents, according to sources familiar with…
The Path of Phuntsho Dema from Rural to World Champion
Phuntsho Dema’s remarkable journey from her childhood runs in rural Mongar to winning gold at the Universal Yoga Sports Federation World Cup 2025 epitomizes the growth of yoga in Bhutan…
Bhutan Unveils World’s First Gold-Backed Digital Nomad Visa on Solana
In a landmark move blending tradition with technology, Bhutan has launched the world’s first gold-backed digital nomad visa, powered by the Solana blockchain. The initiative, rolled out through Gelephu Mindfulness…
Trump’s new tariff is implemented at a slower pace than anticipated
US President Donald Trump’s new global tariffs have been implemented at a rate of 10% instead of the initially pledged higher percentage of 15%. This decision follows a Supreme Court…
Royal Presence and National Service Propel Gelephu Mindfulness City Forward
Bhutan’s ambitious Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) project reached significant spiritual and developmental milestones as the Royal Family graced the consecration of the Ugyen Norlha Chorten and the groundbreaking ceremony of…
Nine Awards for ‘Dobchu’ as Bhutan Film Industry Celebrates Big Night
Bhutanese horror film Dobchu emerged as the biggest winner at the Bhutan National Film Awards held in Punakha, sweeping nine major awards and cementing its place as one of the…
The Supreme Court ruled on February 24 that the United States would no longer collect tariffs
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency announced it will cease the collection of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) starting at 12:01 a.m. EST…
Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is greeted on his birthday by the chief minister of Assam
Warm greetings were extended to His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on his birthday, recognizing the significant bond between Assam and Bhutan, which is founded on historical and cultural ties,…