A Yak in the Classroom: Bhutan’s first Oscars nominee
The film draws attention to the impact of climate change, narrated through the simple yet profound messages of the mountain community.
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Bhutan GDP growth to rebound to 5.1 per cent: World Bank
Bhutan’s economy was one of the hardest hit in the region because of its small size and the strict Covid-19 measures.
Bhutan chili farmers feel the heat from imports
A chili farmer and aggregator from Dagana, Buddey Subba, said that farmers were on the losing end in this chili business.
Bhutanese going abroad is a concern
About 99 percent of those going abroad were among the economically active section of the population.
World Bank approves US$3.51 million grant for climate resilience
The project will generate nationwide climate and disaster risk information through a first-of-its-kind multi-hazard risk assessment.
Bhutan adding value to quinoa
Quinoa was introduced in Bhutan in 2015 from Peru to diversify the farmers’ traditional cropping systems.
Gender-based violence rose by 53 percent during the pandemic
While the spread and mortality due to Covid-19 in Bhutan has been minimal, its impact on the economy and society has been enormous.
Bhutan Ministry of Health plans Covid-19 booster doses for priority groups
These people include elderly and immunocompromised individuals who have undergone major surgeries and those who have a weakened immune system due to some chronic illness.
Lunchuna: The urban village without a road
Lunchuna is perhaps the only village in Paro, Bhutan, that lacks basic amenities such as a motorable road and drainage system.
Mental health a silent pandemic
Although Bhutan’s health system has come a long way over the years, there is much to be done, particularly in the areas concerning mental health.