As cases of the Covid-19 continue to surge in the southern district of Phuentsholing in Bhutan, the government is now exploring the possibility of relocating students to other relatively safer cities …
After Bhutan, Now Nepal Stops Distribution Of Coronil Kits Gifted By Patanjali
The Government of Nepal issued an order prohibiting the distribution of Coronil kits, claiming that the tablets and nasal oil contained within are not equivalent to medicines for combating the …
Government’s plans and measures to address the issue of low internet speed in rural areas- online education
With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, like many other countries, Bhutan also digitalized its education system. However, according to the Member of Parliament of Khar-Yurung, Tshering Chhoden, …
As leaders gather for G-7, a key question: Will rich countries help poor ones grapple with climate change?
From his home in Bhutan’s capital of Thimphu, high in the Himalayas, Sonam P. Wangdi has witnessed climate change speed the retreat of glaciers and fuel flash floods in his country. He has watched …
Swiss vote to become first European nation to ban synthetic pesticides
Globally, only Bhutan has a complete ban on synthetic pesticides, according to supporters aiming to outlaw the use of products made by agro-chemical giants such as Switzerland’s Syngenta and Germany’s …
Everything You Need to Know About the Kingdom of Bhutan
Full of ancient monasteries, mountains, and forests, Bhutan is perfect for adventure lovers. Here’s some interesting facts about Bhutan.
Transition to Developing Country: Initiatives underway to cover potential losses
This was reflected in the finance minister’s budget speech in parliament on Thursday … As part of its initiatives, Bangladesh has signed a preferential trade agreement with Bhutan and is working to …
NC directs legislative committee to refine CSO Bill
More than a decade after its enactment of troubled implementation and overall institutional capacity, the Civil Society Organisation (CSO) Act of Bhutan 2007 is tabled for amendment at the National …
Anti-Corruption Bill 2021 to amend 53 provisions
The National Assembly’s (NA) good governance committee proposed 53 provisions of the Anti-Corruption Act of Bhutan 2011 for amendment yesterday.
Finance Minister proposed deferring implementation of the GST by one year
The Finance Minister proposed deferring implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) by one year at the National Assembly today. Lyonpo said Bhutan Integrated Taxation System requires extra time …