Bhutan’s city farms grow, but support stalls
Concerns are being raised over a lack of continuity, institutional backing, and long-term planning.
YK Poudel
Price slump and early harvests in India hit Bhutan’s potato exports
This year, the export window narrowed as India's harvest began earlier than usual.
Bhutan’s National Assembly passes Livestock Bill after fierce debate
The third reading of the Bill sparked heated discussions in the House, mainly on provisions related to slaughterhouses, meat processing facilities, consumption patterns, and…
Bhutan’s Livestock Bill sparks debate over meat, faith, and animal welfare
The Bill, which aims to align the country's livestock governance framework with national priorities and international standards, marks the first comprehensive legislative overhaul…
WFP to invest over US$ 14 million to build climate-resilient food systems in Bhutan
The investment is part of the Country Strategic Plan 2024-2028, which aims to achieve two key outcomes by 2030: establishing climate-resilient livelihoods to enhance food security…
Thailand presents Royal Kathina robes to Bhutanese monks
The robes were offered by His Majesty the King of Thailand, Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, to the monks of Bhutan's Central Monastic Body who completed their annual…
Bhutan’s police record 106 child-related offences in first six months
The children in conflict with the law is on the rise. During awareness programmes, students have provided feedback to police, saying they were unaware of certain rules, penalties,…
Bhutan, Bangladesh to enhance bilateral cooperation in tourism and GMC: envoy
Bangladesh’s envoy to Bhutan shared plans for 22 MBBS/BDS scholarships a year for Bhutanese, highlighted academic exchanges, a transit agreement, and interest in hydropower…
Bhutanese government unveils strategy to tackle youth unemployment
The government has set out a strengthened strategy to curb youth unemployment rate and reduce outmigration by enhancing job creation through start-ups, skills programmes, and…
South Asian nations collaborate to scale agroecology
This initiative aims to transform agrifood systems by enhancing biodiversity, integrating sustainable agricultural practices into community development, and building robust value…