The bustling Bolero market
By 7 am, the footpath and the parking lot near the bridge are packed with vegetable vehicle vendors and sellers stationed on the footpaths, meticulously arranging their produce…
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UNDP report urges climate-resilient investment in Bhutan
Human development and growth strategies, as per the report, need to be integrated—the human development approach needs to be mainstreamed into countries’ decision-making.
Bhutan’s National Assembly dissolves today
According to the constitution, the Interim Government shall consist of a Chief Advisor and other Advisors appointed by the King of Bhutan within 15 days after the dissolution of…
Bhutan’s teachers leave in droves, frustrates students
Between January and May this year, about 531 teachers have exited the profession. Of that, 416 teachers resigned voluntarily. That is on average more than 83 teachers resigning…
Bhutan’s hottest September to date
The average temperature recorded was a monthly average of 27.59 degree Celsius in September this year.
Water crisis could cause US$58 trillion in economic value, food security and sustainability
Released on World Food Day, “The High Cost of Cheap Water” report said the estimate is equivalent to 60 percent of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
A tale of a minor who was raped and impregnated
The appalling incident took place when Yangchen was on summer vacation at her home in Punakha, when a man in his 50s, who also happened to be her neighbour, raped her.
Bhutan’s GDP to grow at 4 per cent: World Bank
The expected growth is stronger than the earlier projection of 3.1 per cent partly because of a major salary increase for government workers, according to the Bank.
Bhutan’s National Service program begins
A total of 338 individuals including 177 girls registered on the first day.
Catering staff used as carriers in US$450,000 smuggling case
A joint investigation team comprising police and customs officials in Paro confirmed that the dollars were taken into the aircraft using the catering trolley on June 23.