The legendary royal visit of the Thai King
Bhutanese officials welcomed the King and Queen of Thailand at Paro International Airport, demonstrating the close relationship between the two countries. His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua made his…
Bhutan Bans Single-Use Plastics in Major Cities
Bhutan has taken a major step toward environmental sustainability by enforcing a ban on single-use plastics in Thimphu, Paro, and Phuentsholing. The initiative covers plastic bags, straws, and wrappers, aiming…
Bhutan is becoming a sustainable FDI hub thanks to success of Mountain Hazelnuts
Bhutan’s Mountain Hazelnuts, its first FDI in agriculture, solidifies its position as a sustainability-focused hub, attracting increased global investment. MHVs, a Bhutanese hazelnut company, was granted 100% FDI status in…
Deadline for Norbugang Industrial Park is approaching halfway through September
The Norbugang Industrial Park in Samtse is only 45% physical and 37.16% financial progress, with delays in critical components like the boundary wall, affecting its completion date. The park’s water…
Local craftsmanship is honored at National Design & Art Competition
The 23rd National Design and Art Competition in Bhutan showcases traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage, featuring 88 entries across six categories, judged by seven experts. At the inaugural event, the…
Bhutan & Thailand honor their friendship through football
Thailand hosted a highly anticipated under-17 football match between Bhutan and Thailand, drawing thousands of Bhutanese spectators, symbolizing strong friendship and teamwork. Despite a 10–0 victory, the match was a…
Bhutan Telecom will lower mobile data rates starting in July
BT plans to reduce mobile data charges by 50% starting July 1, following Cabinet directive to make internet services more affordable in the country. TashiCell, a private sector company, has…
Bhutan to Host First Himalayan Climate Science Conference
Bhutan is set to host its first Himalayan Climate Science Conference in July this year, gathering scientists, policymakers, and activists from Nepal, India, China, and other South Asian countries. The…
Rise in pig & poultry farming benefits Maedgang farmers
For many farmers in Maedgang, under Norbuang gewog in Samtse, raising poultry and pigs has become their main source of income. Since raising pigs and poultry has proven to be…
Encouraging parents of disabled children
In an effort to empower families left behind by conventional educational and support systems, the Draktsho Vocational Training Centre for Children and Youth with Disabilities is starting a significant project…