Bhutan’s potato auction hits new heights
The potato business is looking up this season, with demand soaring beyond the trends of the past two years, driving prices up in favour of potato farmers in the country.
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Preparing for ageing future: Kuensel
With the elderly population projected to reach 7.4 percent of the total population, the time to act is now. This demographic shift carries profound implications for our economy,…
Bhutan to transition to ageing society by 2027
Bhutan will transition into an aging society by 2027, with the elderly population projected to reach 7.4 percent of the total population. By around 2050, this proportion is…
Historic Royal visit to Australia brings Bhutanese diaspora together
His Majesty the King’s maiden visit to Australia from October 10-18 marked a transformative chapter in Bhutan-Australia relations. According to reports, close to 26,000…
Over 27,000 Bhutanese attend Royal audience in Australia
His Majesty spoke about the unique bond shared between the King and the Bhutanese people, a connection that has been especially evident during this visit to Australia. His Majesty…
Drukair signs deal with Airbus to purchase five new aircrafts for long-haul flights
The new fleet is expected to start arriving in 2030.
One of Bhutan’s key fortresses Dzong restored to former glory
The historic Lingzhi Yugyal Dzong—one of the key fortresses along Bhutan’s northern frontier—which was severely damaged by the 2011 earthquake has been restored to its…
Mining in Bhutan’s Samtse: Communities demand fair share amid growing impacts
Local residents feel neglected, with poor road infrastructure, which makes commuting difficult.
Waste water treatment goes high-tech in Thimphu
The automated waste treatment plant in Babesa cleans six to eight million litres of waste water daily.
Bhutan’s domestic electricity consumption to outstrip production by 2026
Bhutan plans to diversify its energy portfolio by developing alternative renewable sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass.