Early Warning Systems Bring Hope, but GLOF Concerns Remain in Samdingkha
Awareness and preparedness measures have made residents of Samdingkha in Punakha more alert to the threat of another Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), but concerns remain, particularly about escaping safely…
Gelephu Hospital Prepares for Comprehensive Modernization Amid Mindfulness City Development
The Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) initiative has set in motion plans for a major infrastructure upgrade of the Central Regional Referral Hospital in Gelephu, addressing persistent structural defects including cracked…
Raw or Cooked? Here’s the Best Way to Eat Carrots
Carrots are packed with beta-carotene, a nutrient that the body converts into vitamin A, supporting healthy vision, immunity and skin. However, the way carrots are prepared can affect how much…
Can Bhutan’s early warning systems keep up with climate risks?
As climate change reshapes the risks Bhutan faces, disaster preparedness is becoming increasingly important. But how prepared is Bhutan? With awareness, preparedness and mitigation more important than ever, this story…
Jaishankar Begins Two-Day Visit to Bhutan
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar began a two-day official visit to Bhutan on September 16 at the invitation of Bhutanese Foreign Minister and External Trade Minister Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel, the…
Bhutan Expands Beyond Hydropower with Solar
Engineer Rinzin Galley stands on a platform overlooking a former military shooting range on the edge of Bhutan’s capital Thimphu, now home to a gleaming field of solar panels. With…
Motithang Students Develop E-Library System Using Coding Skills
Two Class XII students of Motithang Higher Secondary School have transformed a common library challenge into a practical digital solution by developing an e-library system that allows students to search…
Four initiatives launched to boost voter participation ahead of next LG elections
Marking National Voters’ Day celebration in Paro today, the Election Commission of Bhutan launched four initiatives to strengthen election administration and improve voter participation. The launch comes as the country…
Bhutanese Artist Pem Lham Wins 2026 Rubin Museum Himalayan Art Prize
Bhutanese contemporary artist Pem Lham has received the 2026 Rubin Museum Himalayan Art Prize, one of the major international awards supporting contemporary artistic practice connected to the Himalayan region. Her…
Bhutan: Roadblocks in Sakteng Disrupt Students’ Access to Opportunities
For students in remote Sakteng, Bhutan, roadblocks are more than a transport problem—they can mean missed educational and extracurricular opportunities. This issue was highlighted by 16-year-old Sonam Tenzin, a Class…