West Bengal State Irrigation Minister Partha Bhowmick claimed that several districts of North Bengal are experiencing floods due to the negligence of the Centre as it is not taking up the issue of …
Why Bhutan Is the Toughest Place in the World To Set a Himalayan Speed Record
A team set a speed record on the Snowman Trek, a 188-mile trail through Bhutan’s high Himalayas. The gain and loss? 97,131 vertical feet. But that was only the start. Unlike other popular …
North Bengal flood: West Bengal Irrigation Minister blames Bhutan’s rivers for flash floods
West Bengal State Irrigation Minister Partha Bhowmick claims that floods in North Bengal are due to the negligence of the Centre in addressing the issue of floods caused by rivers originating in …
Assam flood: Over 67,000 people affected in 17 districts, as situation worsens after Bhutan releases water
Severe flooding in Assam worsens as water is released from Bhutan’s Kurichhu dam, impacting 67,000 people across 17 districts. No deaths reported …
Indian potato imports from Bhutan to continue without import license for another year
The import of potatoes in India from Bhutan will continue without any import license for another year. A similar exemption has also been made for areca nut export. Earlier, the Indian government had …
Bhutan adopts National Identity Bill
Before the Monday vote, the Bhutan parliament repealed two disputed clauses in order to speed up the adoption of the bill.
Green roads making strides in Bhutan to tackle plastic waste
Green Road is making headway in Bhutan with its creative initiative of blacktopping roads with plastic waste in an effort to promote environmental responsibilit …
Australia’s huge impact on world’s most isolated country Bhutan
It’s one of the most isolated and secretive nations on the planet. But a recent phenonemon has seen its people fleeing in droves. It’s been labelled the happiest nation on Earth. Bhutan is a tiny …
The seasoned hotelier breathing new life into resort hospitality
The expansive 215-key property, which also houses the Deloitte University Asia … first lodge in BhutanThe luxury tour operator brings its conservation-led model to Bhutan with Punakha River Lodge.
Bhutan: Land of Mysticism and Mythology
Hike to Bhutan’s most famous pilgrimage site, the Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest Temple). Participate in an intimate butter lamp ceremony with the monks of Gangtey Goemba. Get a personal …