Bhutan's Food Supply: Import Dependency Challenges

The Hindu Kush Himalaya region faces unprecedented climate threats, yet eight countries remain fragmented in their response. Rising temperatures, retreating glaciers, and changing rainfall patterns...

Bhutan's Royal Family and government leadership gathered at Tashichhodzong to honor flood victims in Nepal and China, lighting a thousand butter lamps in a solemn...

When campaign pledges vetted by election authorities go undelivered, accountability becomes unclear. Explore who bears responsibility when election promises fail to materialize and what reforms...

Bhutan's government travel allowances have failed to keep pace with rising accommodation and meal costs, forcing civil servants to cover expenses from their own salaries....

The Bank of Bhutan's CEO, IT Director, and Project Manager have resigned following a catastrophic core banking system migration that triggered regulatory penalties and exposed...

Over 70 participants from across South Asia gathered for an Inclusive Makeathon that revolutionizes assistive technology design by placing persons with disabilities at the centre...

Jigme Tenzin, Bhutan's "Mountain Man," returns to the prestigious UTMB World Series Finals to tackle a grueling 101-kilometre ultra-trail race across the French Alps, Italian,...

Bhutanese pilgrims undertaking sacred journeys to Lhasa face route disruptions following devastating flooding in northern Nepal. Multiple pilgrimage groups have adapted travel plans, utilizing alternative...

Nearly 100 global entrepreneurs and investors gather in Thimphu for EASY Residency, a flagship startup programme. The event showcases 30 companies focusing on payments, fintech,...

Bhutan's foreign investment landscape is transforming as 19 FDI projects move beyond hydropower dominance. Manufacturing and services sectors surge, creating new economic opportunities and 700...

A new mobile Early Childhood Care and Development centre in Trashigang's Yabrang and Phimsong communities promises to transform childcare for rural families. With Nu 1.5...

Bhutan's vehicle import rules protect sellers over buyers. Discover how regulatory barriers prevent consumers from accessing cheaper vehicles from India, and why market competition has...

Monks across Bhutan unite to prepare the sacred inner essence for 108 chortens rising along the Mao River. This extraordinary spiritual project demonstrates intergenerational knowledge...

Mongar residents face disappointment as technical assessments conclude the proposed Pongchula airport is unsuitable for development. After seven years of evaluation, geographical constraints have ended...

Bhutan's Miss Bhutan pageant has been postponed to 2027, with organizers citing partnership negotiations, contestant eligibility clarifications, and adequate preparation requirements as key factors in...

Heavy vehicle congestion at Samtse's Integrated Check Post now exceeds two hours for a 2-kilometre stretch, as expanding industrial trade and the closure of the...

After 13 months of delays, Mongar's Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Mother and Child Hospital is set for September 10 handover. This 65-bed facility will provide specialized...

Behind every mental health statistic lies a real person facing genuine struggles. Discover how Bhutan addresses its growing mental health crisis through a comprehensive, people-centered...

Bhutan accelerates solar power development to strengthen energy security amid climate-driven hydropower challenges. With 310 identified sites offering 4,300MW capacity, the nation targets 5,000MW by...

Bhutan launches six flagship wildlife tourism sites designed to diversify tourism beyond cultural experiences while generating sustainable conservation funding and community livelihoods across the kingdom's...

Bhutan's tourism brand faces unexpected threats from hidden commissions and fake crafts. Recent investigations reveal that 94% of retailers pay undisclosed fees to guides, inflating...

Parliamentary Question Hour reveals stark partisan divides: opposition MPs asked 136 of 247 questions while ruling MPs asked 111. Discover how party loyalty undermines democratic...

Paro FC Women make a dominant start to the BOB Bhutan Women's National League with three consecutive victories and 21 goals scored. Sitting atop the...

The People's Democratic Party clarifies that its Speaker nomination change was strategic rather than performance-based, reflecting organizational needs for stronger executive-legislative collaboration.

Matsutake mushroom production in Ura Gewog faces alarming decline as forest degradation threatens this prized wild fungus. Local farmers and conservation authorities collaborate to protect...

Genye Gewog's innovative Community Mushroom Management Plan has transformed the Matsutake trade into a sustainable economic powerhouse, doubling exporters while maintaining strict environmental and quality...

Discover how Genye's matsutake mushroom season has evolved from a simple harvest into a comprehensive economic engine, driving tourism, local business growth, and community development...

Thimphu's meat retail sector is experiencing unprecedented price competition as regulatory intervention reshapes vendor practices. The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority's push for independent pricing...

A 17-year-old Bhutanese student joins an international lunar mission as the first from her nation selected for Mission ShakthiSAT, an all-female space technology initiative bringing...

Paro FC maintains their commanding lead in the BoB Bhutan Premier League with 34 points, while Thimphu City FC and Transport United FC chase closely...

Hundreds of Bhutanese car buyers face uncertainty after Indian Toyota dealers demand no-objection letters that Bhutan's authorized distributor claims it cannot issue, while the government...

Recovery from addiction requires understanding the relapse cycle, processing underlying trauma, and maintaining strict boundaries around substance use. Discover evidence-based strategies for staying sober.

Bhutan's National Assembly witnessed an unprecedented political moment when opposition candidate Tempa Dorji won the Speaker election by one vote, revealing deep internal fractures within...

Bhutan faces a critical brain drain crisis as thousands of skilled professionals resign from civil service and students depart for opportunities abroad. Economic pressures and...

Bhutan's historic Speaker election reveals a pivotal moment for parliamentary democracy. When ruling party members voted independently, they demonstrated that democratic institutions can function authentically...

Nearly 200 illegal cordyceps collectors were intercepted in Lunana during the 2024 harvesting season, with authorities seizing over 2,300 specimens. This unprecedented enforcement operation reveals...

India's Naya Bharat vision is reshaping Bhutan's future through infrastructure investment, technological cooperation, and the development of Gelephu Mindfulness City—a transformative partnership that extends India's...

Assistant Professor Dr Phurpa receives the prestigious 16th Nakatsuka Medical Award for groundbreaking heart failure research conducted at Oita University, marking a significant achievement for...