Urban Bhutan is short of space. In towns like Thimphu and Phuentsholing … That the previous government revised the land and property tax is a good example. Increasing tax is not a popular decision …
Movie Review: A village in Bhutan learns about democracy and teaches us, too, in ‘Monk and the Gun’
For a piercing refresher lesson on democracy, one wouldn’t necessarily think of rural Bhutan as the first place to look. For one thing, democratic elections only came to the tiny, long-isolated …
Budget 2024: Bhutan emerges as top recipient of Indian grants and loans | Check full list here
Bhutan emerged as the top recipient of Indian government grants and loans, receiving ₹6,541.79 crore in 2023-24.
Budget 2024: Bhutan emerges as top recipient of Indian grants and loans | Check full list here
Bhutan emerged as the top recipient of Indian government grants and loans, receiving ₹6,541.79 crore in 2023-24.
Gross National Happiness as Public Policy: The Case of Bhutan
Although the concept has gained prominence in the architectural and urban planning sphere in recent years, Gross National Happiness has been a known and applied indicator in Bhutan since 1972. At that …
Gross National Happiness as Public Policy: The Case of Bhutan
Although the concept has gained prominence in the architectural and urban planning sphere in recent years, Gross National Happiness has been a known and applied indicator in Bhutan since 1972. At that …
India to cut financial aid to Maldives by 22%; Bhutan, Nepal to receive majority share
India has consistently been a key aid and assistance partner to the Maldives, contributing to sectors such as defence, education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Government data indicates that in 2018 …
The reasons why Bhutan is called the ‘Land of Happiness’
Gross National Happiness (GNH) The concept of Gross National Happiness is at the heart of Bhutan’s identity. Unlike conventional measures like Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which focus solely on …
Everything you need to know about visiting Bhutan
For travelers craving unspoiled nature, a less-crowded destination or an escape from life’s hustles, Bhutan is an ideal destination. Visiting the Land of the Thunder Dragon isn’t a simple or …
An overview of the fourth national elections of Bhutan | Explained
The People’s Democratic Party emerges as the winner in Bhutan’s fourth national assembly elections, focusing on economic recovery and infrastructure development.