Aviation, telecom duopolies weigh on Bhutan’s economy
Experts warn that the structural duopoly poses risks for investors and consumers, as two-player control slows the sectors Bhutan is trying to expand, with the economy paying more…
Lhakpa Quendren
Low pay, rising cost of living push Bhutan’s working poor to the brink
With rents increasing faster than headline inflation, which reached 5.61 percent in February this year, those on the margins are trapped in a cycle of stagnation, often facing a…
The quiet exodus: Why young, skilled, and educated Bhutanese leave
Distrust, stagnation, and discontent fuel continued youth outmigration, while opportunities are few and far between.
Bhutan Employment Act sets clear rules to promote productive workplaces
The Act covers all salaried workers, including part-time and contract employees, with clear legal avenues for grievances.
Living with tigers in Bhutan
For villagers in Changarzam, conservation success has come with a heavy cost. Each night, they hope their cattle will be safe until morning.
Egg prices in Bhutan hit record high amid nationwide shortage
The shortage in supply and the consequent inflation in prices stem from lower production, linked to delayed restocking of day-old chicks at input farms. Demand for eggs has also…
Alcohol hoarding in Bhutan fuels shortage, drives up prices
Since production and supply from manufacturers remain uninterrupted, the shortage is widely linked to potential hoarding ahead of the major tax change scheduled for January 1,…
A step closer to making all schools and nunneries in Bhutan period-friendly by 2029
Sanitary pad bins in schools and nunneries will help make Bhutan period-friendly, with the government aiming for 100 percent period-friendly institutions by the end of the 13th…
Elephant herd roams Bhutanese village, alarming residents
While no injuries or large-scale destruction have been reported, the herd has caused damage to several structures. Officials suspect the elephants are searching for water, as they…
Herd of 11 elephants damage water pipes in Bhutanese town
With shrinking habitat and food, elephants are moving from the southern foothills to higher altitudes, driven largely by their need for fresh water, which influences their daily…