Bhutan’s timber exports struggle to penetrate Indian market
This is amid fierce competition from larger timber-exporting nations offering lower prices and higher-quality products.
Lhakpa Quendren
Bhutan’s Trongsa Viewpoint Resort conundrum: Who is accountable?
Once a star-rated luxury property, it has been left in a state of disrepair, with no clear plans for redevelopment, even after the long legal dispute ended three years ago.
Bhutan’s new inland waterway terminal to boost trade with Bangladesh and India
Jogighopa facility promises faster shipments and lower costs for exporters in Gelephu.
50-hectare tree plantation in Bhutan to restore white-bellied heron habitats
The Royal Society for Protection of Nature has planted trees on 42 hectares across six 'dzongkhags.' The initiative is part of a five-year project aiming to transform 50 hectares…
TikTok-funded home gives hope to disabled couple in Bhutan
The construction of the single-storey house was initiated by the teachers of Kaktong Primary School, who raised over Nu 300,000 through the social media platform.
Mining in Bhutan’s Samtse: Communities demand fair share amid growing impacts
Local residents feel neglected, with poor road infrastructure, which makes commuting difficult.
How the Bhutanese try to co-exist with elephants
Solar fencing, waterholes in forests away from human settlements, grassland enrichment, fruit plantations, and salt licks are strategies that will be implemented to manage…
Discussions on four new Bhutan-India trade routes underway
The proposed trade routes will be opened in Samdrupjongkhar, Nganglam in Pemagatshel, Gelephu in Sarpang, and Lhamoizingkha in Dagana. They are aimed at easing the export of areca…
Intense heat hits hard layer poultry farms in Bhutan
Poultry farmers said it is a significant setback as they are still recovering from losses caused by feed contamination in 2021.
Bamboo shortage threatens traditional craft in Bjoka, Bhutan
A growing concern looms over the cherished resource, bamboo, as every household engages in bamboo crafting, known as Tshazo, leading to worries about its sustainability among the…