Bhutan Reaffirms Carbon Neutral Commitment in Ambitious 3rd Nationally Determined Contribution to Paris Agreement

NGAWANG JAMPHEL | Gasa Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay unveiled Bhutan’s Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) during the 8th Royal Highland Festival in the presence of government officials, the people of Laya, UNICEF, Embassy of...

Rising Costs Abroad Do Not Deter Bhutanese Students from Studying in Australia

KIMNZANG DORJI TSHERING | Thimphu Despite significant increases in tuition fees, visa costs, and living expenses, Bhutanese students continue to pursue higher education in Australia, drawn by its globally recognized universities, high academic...

Bhutan travel guide for solo women: Safe, inspiring and deeply rewarding

The best wellness experiences in Bhutan From hot-stone baths to meditation in ancient monasteries, wellness is woven into the fabric of this incredible country. Bhutan has long been a destination for travellers looking for more than just stunning...

AI lab program marks first year, unveils two major tools for mental health and climate alert

Bhutan’s journey toward becoming an intelligent nation has taken a major leap forward. The AI Lab Program, launched last year, completed its first year of operation. The lab is now developing two major AI tools: the DrukCare Mental Health...

The Best Wellness Resorts In Asia To Relax & Recharge

In a world constantly on the go, and with a population stuck in a perpetual doomscroll, people are desperately in need of some R & R. Enter wellness travel. By no means a new or fleeting trend, it will soon cross the $1 trillion mark thanks to...

Health ministry partners with social media influencers to raise awareness on NCDs

Knowing the signs and symptoms of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as stroke and hypertension is crucial for early prevention and treatment. To ensure this message reaches Bhutan’s digital population, the health ministry is collaborating with...

From Aid to Influence: India’s Pharmaceutical Footprint in South Asia

One of the most significant developments in global healthcare supply chains has been India’s emergence as the “Pharmacy of the World”, with pharmaceutical exports reaching US$30.47 billion in FY2025, marking a 9.4 percent year-on-year growth. This...

Technology, Duty, and Mindfulness: A New Wave of Nationalism Engulfs Bhutan

Image Source: Getty Images On 7 October 2025, the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, announced the launch of Pelsung–a new national initiative “to engage Bhutanese youth in developing creative and practical solutions for the Gelephu...

‘Tougher but Fairer’: Graduates Share Mixed Reactions to BCSE 2025 Changes

KINZANG DORJI TSHERING | Thimphu The Bhutan Civil Service Examination (BCSE) 2025 has drawn strong reactions from graduates after the Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) introduced key changes this year, including a higher Preliminary...

Environmental Steward Reaffirms Position

Bhutan has unveiled its most ambitious climate commitment to date, the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), during the Highland Festival. Building upon the nation’s longstanding carbon neutrality pledge, the plan places local communities...

Bhutan Integrated Taxation System set for launch next month

The Bhutan Integrated Taxation System, worth over a billion ngultrum, will be accessible to taxpayers by next month. According to the Department of Revenue and Customs, the system is on track for launch and will soon serve as the primary portal...

VA outpatient clinic scheduled to move to new location

GRAND FORKS – The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Grand Forks will be moving and will begin operations at a new location Nov. 21, the Fargo VA Health Care System has announced. The clinic’s new Grand Forks...

CJI BR Gavai Meets Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck; Announces Law Clerk Positions for Bhutanese Graduates at Supreme Court

Thimphu, October 25: Chief Justice of India BR Gavai held a meeting with the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck during his official visit to Bhutan on Saturday. CJI Gavai also held a meeting with Bhutan's Prime Minister Dasho Tshering...

The changing monsoon in the Himalayas: Lessons from Bhutan’s floods

By Madhurima Sarkar-Swaisgood, Prangya Paramita Gupta, Shashwat Avi, Consultant & Sanjay Srivastava The Himalayan arc from Bhutan through Nepal and India into Pakistan has always followed the rhythm of the monsoon. In 2025, that rhythm became...

Woman with Altitude campaign raises Nu 7.58 million for children with special needs in Bhutan

Opening Your Heart to Bhutan, a UK-based charity, has raised Nu 7.58 million (mn) for its “A Woman with Altitude” campaign, a 37-day walk along the Trans Bhutan Trail to support children with special needs. The target amount is Nu 16 mn. The...

Excise Tax system strengthened to promote health and responsible consumption

The government has strengthened its excise tax system to further promote public health, protect the environment, and encourage responsible spending among the people. The revised system focuses on certain goods such as alcohol, tobacco, supari, pan...

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu calls on Governor Parnaik to discuss key developmental issues

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Wednesday called on the Governor, Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd.), to discuss key developmental issues concerning the State and review the progress of several ongoing initiatives at Raj Bhavan in...

Trump’s Pakistan Pivot And The Future Of U.S.–India Partnership

President Trump (Center) met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (Left) and Field Marshal Asim Munir (Right) on September 25th, 2025, showing a closer relationship with the country during his second administration. The White House...

Why economic ties with 'bailout nation' Pakistan is a lose-lose for Bangladesh

For the first time in two decades, Bangladesh and Pakistan have held a Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting in Dhaka, marking a revival of an institutional dialogue that had been dormant since 2005. The two-day meeting, held earlier this week,...

Bhutan Seeks to Upgrade PTA with Bangladesh to FTA To Unlock Trade Potential

Bhutan is seeking to upgrade its existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) with Bangladesh, signed in December 2020, into a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to tap into the vast untapped trade and investment opportunities between the two...