The long-standing water problems in Samtse Town have hope thanks to a new borewell
Samtse town’s water crisis is nearing an end with the completion of a new borewell, expected to alleviate persistent water issues, especially during dry winter months. The Nu 4.07 million…
Mountain Hazelnuts & BDBL collaborate to strengthen rural farmers
Bhutan Development Bank Limited and Mountain Hazelnuts Venture Private have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance rural livelihoods and financial access for over 8,000 hazelnut-growing households. BDBL has signed…
Bhutan Begins Digital Nomad Visa Pilot for Foreign Professionals
Bhutan has quietly launched a digital nomad visa program on a pilot basis, targeting tech professionals, freelancers, and entrepreneurs willing to work remotely from the country. The visa allows a…
Bhutan Launches Organic Certification Drive for Farmers
Bhutan has introduced a national organic certification program, helping farmers receive formal accreditation for growing chemical-free crops. The program, under the Ministry of Agriculture, offers training and logistical support to…
Gelephu International Airport construction gets underway
The building of the GIA began with a ceremony attended by His Majesty the King, Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen, and Their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel and Gyalsey Ugyen Wangchuck.…
NCOA works harder to promote the production of quinoa
The 2024-2025 NCOA annual report highlights Bhutan’s promotion of organic farming, including quinoa, as a promising staple in the country’s agricultural landscape. Quinoa, a “superfood” rich in protein and essential…
Bhutan Rolls Out First Solar-Powered Smart Village
Bhutan has launched its first fully solar-powered smart village in the eastern district of Trashigang. The initiative, supported by the Asian Development Bank and Bhutan’s Ministry of Energy, includes solar…
Local companies in Tading thrive because of the pandemic and toll taxes
The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed Samtse-What communities like Tading, transforming the Samtse-Phuentsholing highway into a bustling economic corridor, with increased toll fees and travel restrictions transforming the area into a…
Concerns are raised about the speed & focus of Parliament’s historic tax measures
His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo was present as the Fourth Parliament’s Third Session came to a respectful end. Lungten Dorji, the speaker, thanked everyone and promised to serve the country.…
New Tourism Push Taps Into Rural Livelihoods
In a bold tourism reform, Bhutan has introduced a special eco-tourism visa that allows travelers to stay in remote villages, promoting rural income and sustainable tourism. The program is aimed…