Bhutan U-15 Team Pursues International Exposure at FIFA Festival

Gelephu businesses strategically stock up on essentials ahead of the 108 Stupas event, with shopkeepers balancing aggressive inventory expansion against uncertain demand while maintaining stable...

Loden Tewa launches a game-changing concessional loan facility offering up to Nu 8.5 million at 5% interest, addressing Bhutan's critical financing gap for growth-stage enterprises...

Bhutan prepares for an unprecedented national gathering on November 1, when 108 Jangchub Choetens will be raised simultaneously in Gelephu. Discover how comprehensive planning, individual...

Explore the transformative spiritual journey of 108,108 prostrations at Bhutan's historic 108 Jangchub Chortens. Discover how ancient Buddhist practice creates profound personal transformation through dedicated...

Explore how parliamentary oversight constrains bureaucratic power and protects democratic governance. Learn why legislatures must enforce constitutional limits on executive authority through robust accountability mechanisms.

When possession of 21 capsules triggers trafficking charges intended for 5,000-unit smugglers, drug policy loses its moral compass. Examining how quantity thresholds trap dependent users...

Dorji Dhradhul, former Director General of Bhutan's Tourism Council, receives international recognition for pioneering the "High Value, Low Volume" tourism philosophy that reshapes how destinations...

As companies access plant DNA digitally without physical collection, Bhutan faces a critical question: how can it ensure genetic resources generate benefits when they exist...

Bhutan's Department of Forests and Park Services successfully fitted a female snow leopard with a GPS collar in Nubri, launching a groundbreaking conservation program. The...

Biodiversity finance emerges as the central fault line at COP17, with a $700 billion annual gap between conservation needs and available funding. Developing nations demand...

The Asian Development Bank approves USD 17.42 million in emergency financing to shield Bhutanese families from economic impacts of global conflicts, supporting vulnerable households with...

Discover how Gross National Happiness offers a transformative framework for future-ready governance, prioritizing human flourishing over GDP growth and addressing modernity's deepest challenges.

Bhutan launches a groundbreaking digital platform for Yoeja, an ancient Buddhist tradition of spiritual offerings. His Majesty's historic first digital prayer marks a transformative moment...

His Majesty The King graced the 2026 Royal Highland Festival in Laya, Gasa, celebrating highland culture and community development. The festival featured traditional performances, the...

Seventeen elite runners—11 international and 6 Bhutanese—begin the grueling 185km Snowman Race through Himalayan terrain reaching 5,470 metres elevation, combining ultramarathon athletics with powerful climate...

Bhutan makes its historic debut at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, featuring youth football in an innovative eight-a-side format with...

Bhutan's civil society organisations face a critical governance challenge as founder-centric leadership patterns undermine transparency, accountability, and institutional sustainability. Exploring the accountability gap and solutions.

Sixteen road workers in Punakha have challenged unexplained wage deductions since November 2024, petitioning the ACC for investigation into inconsistent pay practices affecting infrastructure maintenance...

Australia's reformed student visa system requires most Bhutanese students to apply from abroad, potentially affecting 20,000-30,000 individuals. Understanding exemptions, timelines, and alternative pathways is crucial...

Loden Tewa launches a Nu 8.5 million concessional loan facility at 5% annual interest to address financing gaps for growth-stage enterprises in Bhutan, starting December...

Bhutanese police investigate a Drukair employee arrested with 22.34kg of cannabis at Paro International Airport. The case reveals vulnerabilities in aviation security and highlights regional...

Bhutan and Australia launch a groundbreaking research hub at Australian National University to strengthen education, governance research, and evidence-based policymaking through international academic collaboration.

Bhutan's athletes at the Asian Para Games exposed critical gaps in para-sports infrastructure, coaching, and competitive opportunities. Discover what the nation must do to strengthen...

A Bangkok-based designer creates groundbreaking collection that transforms Bhutanese textiles into contemporary fashion, featuring live weavers on the runway and innovative draping techniques that preserve...

Four Bumthang schools participated in a theatrical competition organized to revive school theatre traditions and preserve Bhutanese cultural narratives. The initiative addresses educational inequities between...

Bhutan's business ecosystem celebrates entrepreneurs but lacks the structural support systems needed for startups to thrive. Discover what's missing and how to build a truly...

After five years of parliamentary deadlock, Bhutan's National Assembly will finally deliberate on the revised Mines and Minerals Bill during the winter session. This long-awaited...

Gelephu prepares for an unprecedented influx of 40,300 vehicles as Project 108 approaches. The Royal Bhutan Police implements staggered departures, shuttle services, and comprehensive traffic...

Bhutan's Third Child Plus Programme has successfully disbursed Nu 186 million to over 6,500 eligible children since its June launch, representing a major milestone in...

COP17 convenes in Yerevan for the first global assessment of biodiversity commitments. Discover how international negotiations will shape conservation policies, funding mechanisms, and environmental futures...

Explore the lives of Bhutan's last yak herding families in remote Zhodu, facing the challenge of preserving ancient pastoral traditions amid modern opportunities and generational...

The German-Bhutan Himalaya Society marks four decades of partnership by dedicating its 2027 conference to promoting Gelephu Mindfulness City, showcasing an innovative development model combining...

Mongar's six extended classroom rooms face a critical enrollment crisis, with student numbers plummeting due to rural depopulation, declining birth rates, and youth migration to...

Laya prepares to welcome over 5,000 visitors for the ninth Royal Highland Festival on October 23-24, with community-led preparations showcasing highland culture, sustainable livelihoods, and...

Bhutan's fruit farmers face a paradox: production surges while profits plummet. Remote communities struggle with market access, transportation costs, and soil degradation, leaving growers earning...

Bhutan, India, and Nepal launch the inaugural Himalayan Yak Herders' Network at the Royal Highland Festival, establishing the first regional platform dedicated to supporting yak...

FIFA commits USD 25 million to Bhutan's football development over four years, focusing on infrastructure, youth talent, and women's football. This transformative investment signals global...

Discover how Bhutan's remote highland communities celebrated the 12th Jomolhari Mountain Festival, blending ancient traditions with modern conservation efforts to protect the elusive snow leopard.