THIMPU, Bhutan (AP) — When plotted on a graph, the curve of Bhutan’s COVID-19 vaccination drive shoots upwards from the very first day, crossing Israel, United States, Bahrain and other countries …
A policy and wildlife Act could address human-wildlife conflict, expert says
Records show that livestock depredation in central Bhutan by wild carnivores, including leopard, tiger, Himalayan Black Bear, and dhole account for an average annual financial loss of 17 percent of …
Calibrated response needed to shield the vulnerable: FM Sitharaman
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that South Asian … where she represented India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. “Our economies are also showing signs of recovery, even as uncertainty …
South Asia surpasses grim milestone of 15 million COVID-19 cases: Reuters tally
South Asia – India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, and Sri Lanka – accounts for 11% of global cases and almost 6% of deaths. The region accounts for 23% of the world’s population …
Covid-19 threat looms large, as Bhutanese become complacent
After a brief respite, the country is witnessing a surge in new Covid-19 cases sparking concerns. The country is seeing a rapid rise in the Covid-19 cases beginning this month. The good thing, however …
Unemployment rate in Bhutan hits 5 percent in 2020
The unemployment rate in Bhutan has increased drastically to 5 percent, according to the latest statistics announced by the Labour Force Survey, which was conducted in November and December 2020.
Sangay Tsheltrim to make his Bollywood debut opposite Salman Khan
Mr. Bhutan 2017 winner, Sangay Tsheltrim is all set to make big in the Bollywood industry with his upcoming film, Radhe. The appealing actor will be seen sharing screen with actor Salman Khan in the …
Sangay Tsheltrim to make his Bollywood debut opposite Salman Khan
Mr. Bhutan 2017 winner, Sangay Tsheltrim is all set to make big in the Bollywood industry with his upcoming film, Radhe. The appealing actor will be seen sharing screen with actor Salman Khan in the …
Connectivity among BBIN continues to enhance
Connectivity among Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal (BBIN) has significantly been enhanced in various bilateral fields particularly trade, business, culture, education and research during the last …
Bhutan expects strong economic recovery next year
The Bhutanese government is hopeful that the economy will see significant improvement and rebound strongly after the COVID-19 vaccination drive. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has projected GDP growth …