Bhutan Implements Sustainable Tourism Measures Amid Rising Influx
Facing a significant increase in tourist arrivals, Bhutan has implemented new policies aimed at preserving its cultural heritage and environmental integrity. The government has introduced a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)…
RMA lowers minimum lending rate, borrowers do not benefit
RMA revised MLR to 6.38% in December, a 0.42 percentage-point drop from June. Commercial banks adjust lending rates based on business model. MLR is the lowest interest rate banks can…
100 persons have registered for the Bhutan International Marathon
Over 200 runners, including 50 internationals, have registered for the 11th Bhutan International Marathon in Punakha. The race, organized by BOC and the Department of Tourism, features full and half…
UNICEF representative makes a final courtesy call to the Honorable Speaker
The Honorable Speaker received a final courtesy call from Ms. Andrea James, a UNICEF representative. Ms. Andrea James outlined the areas of collaboration between UNICEF and the Royal Government of…
Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit, Gelephu Mindfulness City Interacts with Important Stakeholders
GMC attended the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit in Guwahati, India, where its delegation, led by Jonathan Tow and Rabsel Dorji, discussed the vision of His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel…
Govt of Bhutan relaxes environmental repair bond
By 2029 government wants to raise the GDP contribution of the mining and quarrying industry from Nu 4.63 billion to Nu 9.09 billion. The Finance Ministry declared that ERBs can…
Chukha Gewogs face a shortage of fuel
Chukha residents face fuel crisis due to lone depot running dry, leading to stockpiling, inflated rates, and increased demand due to agricultural machinery usage. The problem is not just with…
Highway between Punakha and Gasa needs to be maintained
74km Punakha-Gasa highway has served as the district’s essential conduit to the rest of the nation for over ten years. When the road was finished in 2012, it made the…
Mothers’ and kids’ health care has improved
Effort to enhance the health and wellbeing of mothers and children nationwide MoH launched the AMCHP on February 21. Through improved access to healthcare services, especially during first 1,000 days…
Bhutan Uses AI in Healthcare to Offer Free Medical Services
Bhutan has announced the expansion of its free healthcare system by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into medical diagnosis. The government has partnered with international health-tech firms to develop AI-driven systems…