Earthquakes are relatively common in Assam, as the state is located in one of India’s most seismically active regions. It falls under Seismic Zone V, indicating a high risk of strong tremors …
Bhutan’s gamble with GMC
In his December 17, 2023 National Day address announcing the GMC, 43-year-old King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck addressed the migrating Bhutanese youth. “To our fellow Bhutanese living abroad, know …
India extends further support to Bhutan’s Economic Stimulus Programme
In yet another significant gesture highlighting the strong bonds of friendship and close people-to-people contacts, India on Wednesday handed over a cheque of 2.5 billion Bhutanese Ngultrum (Rs …
India extends further support to Bhutan’s Economic Stimulus Programme
In yet another significant gesture highlighting the strong bonds of friendship and close people-to-people contacts, India on Wednesday handed over a cheque of 2.5 billion Bhutanese Ngultrum (Rs …
India, Bhutan enjoy exemplary ties of friendship, cooperation: MEA
Tobgay paid an official visit to India from February 20 to February 21 to participate in the inaugural leadership conclave of the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL), which was inaugurated by Prime …
Bhutan seeks joint venture with Bangladesh on hydropower
The ambassador of Bhutan to Bangladesh, Rinchen Kuentsyl, on Tuesday emphasized the potential for Bangladesh-Bhutan joint venture investments in hydropower. “We are keen for Bangladesh-Bhutan joint …
Yunus seeks economic zone for Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Bhutan
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has stressed the need for establishing a new economic zone involving Bangladesh, India, Nepal …
Bhutan’s Crisis Preparedness: Strengths, Gaps, and Urgent Reforms
Bhutan’s crisis preparedness efforts are improving but still face significant gaps, as revealed in the Bhutan Crisis Preparedness Gap Analysis, Technical Report. The country’s vulnerability to natural …
India’s Foreign Aid Goes Up By 20% In Budget 2025: Bhutan Tops List, Slash In Funds To Afghanistan
This year’s allocation to the MEA is 20 per cent more than the previous year. Last year, Rs 5,667 crore was allocated to the MEA for overseas development project.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Himalayas, Causing Chaos Across Borders
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit the northern foothills of the Himalayas near Shigatse, causing damage and fatalities. Tremors were felt in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. The quake’s depth was 10 km. No …