Winter becoming warmer and drier due to climate change
The NCHM predicts that Bhutan will have a drier and warmer winter. Near-normal precipitation, warmer-than-normal days, and average winter nights are all predicted by the agency’s Winter Monsoon Rainfall and…
TikTok officials visit Bhutan in aiming to come into a partnership
In order to discuss a possible collaboration, two senior representatives from TikTok’s South Asia branch traveled to Bhutan from January 7 to 9. Facilitated by the Bhutan Information, Communication, and…
Addressing concerns over the fee policy for repeat modules at RUB colleges
Agency: The fees charge for repeat modules and repeat assessments (RM and RA) at colleges under the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) has raised concerns among students. Many students, especially…
Over Nu 1 million is brought in by the Million Fruit Trees Plantation program
After earning more than Nu 1 million in revenue from the first phase of the Million Fruit Trees Plantation (MFTP) project, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has finished…
MFTP is ready for it’s next step
According to the MoAL, the MFTP project has finished its third phase, with the first phase having generated over Nu 1 million in income. The project’s fourth phase, which has…
Dr. Lotay Tshering exits from politics
Dasho After serving as Prime Minister for five years, Dr. Lotay Tshering has resigned as President of Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa (DNT), capping an 11-year political career. Following his nomination as…
Technical assessment conducted collaboratively for PHPA-Idam
Technical teams from India and Bhutan are assessing stabilization methods for the right bank slip as part of a collaborative technical evaluation for the 1,200 MW PHPA-I project. In order…
Services for bill discounting to assist contractors with their cash flow
The Bill Discounting Facility was introduced yesterday by the Finance Ministry in cooperation with the RMA and the FIAB. The goal of this program is to alleviate the ongoing cash…
12 mountain passes, one goal: Ani Pema Deki’s 403-kilometer walk for children with disabilities
Agency: Ani Pema Deki, (Emma Slade, 58), is embarking on a remarkable journey that reflects a deep transformation in her life. Known for her calm and inspiring presence, Ani Pema…
Domestic electricity use surpasses than exports
For the first time in 2023, Bhutan’s domestic electricity consumption exceeded exports, marking a significant change in the nation’s energy dynamics. This is different from the previous ten years, when…