Special Olympics Unified Sports Program promotes inclusion
A three-day Special Olympics Unified Sports Program was successfully held in Thimphu, bringing together children with intellectual disabilities and non-intellectual disabilities in an inclusive sporting environment. The program aimed to…
Bhutan to celebrate the Black-necked Crane Farewell Festival (BNCFF) 2026 in Trashiyangtse
The Department of Tourism, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE), together with the Trashiyangtse Dzongkhag Administration, announced that the Black-necked Crane Farewell Festival (BNCFF) 2026 will be held on…
Contract teachers to receive extensions based on critical subjects: Education Minister
A Member of Parliament stated that Bhutan currently employs about 1,750 contract teachers, 2,480 ESP and GSP staff, and 295 non-formal education (NFE) instructors. He recalled that under Pledge No.…
MoH plans to establish IVF services at JDWNRH and expand IUI services to other dzongkhags
In Bhutan, having a child is closely linked to family expectations, social acceptance, and emotional fulfillment. However, a growing number of couples are unable to conceive naturally, facing not only…
“This money is meant to help others”
Lucky Pem, a digital lottery initiative, revealed its winners in conjunction with the 118th National Day celebrations, awarding its most sought-after prizes to three participants. The top winner received Nu…
Cabinet rejects BT proposal
After prolonged discussions and repeated revisions, the Cabinet has reached a firm decision on the reduction of mobile data prices by turning down Bhutan Telecom’s (BT) revised proposal. As a…
Climate Change pushes rare White-Bellied Heron to the edge
The White-bellied Heron, one of the rarest birds in the world, faces increasing threats as climate change, shifting river systems, and development pressures reshape Bhutan’s river valleys. With Nepal already…
The soon-to-be-completed 54 MW Burgangchu and 32 MW Yungichhu show Bhutanese can build hydro projects
Bhutan’s hydropower sector has long relied on foreign construction companies for major works, with Bhutanese engineers and contractors mostly confined to minor roles. Over time, several foreign sub-contractors gained experience…
2025 generation better than 2024 as winter power import starts
Although Bhutan’s hydropower system reached a peak capacity of about 3,600 MW in 2025, current generation has dropped to nearly 1,300 MW, which is insufficient to meet domestic electricity needs.…
Finance Minister says 7th Pay Commission will be constituted
During Friday’s Question Hour, the MP from Wamrong asked the Finance Minister when a new Pay Commission would be formed to revise public servants’ salaries. Finance Minister Lekey Dorji responded…