The Ministry of Health (MoH) has conducted a thorough review of the recent incident at Tashicholing Hospital in Samtse that led to the death of a child. The Health Secretary, Pemba Wangchuk, said, “I would like to clarify that all information previously provided by our health staff has been re-verified.” …

Ani Pema Deki, with her ‘A Woman with Altitude,’ campaign has completed her heartfelt walk across Bhutan, carrying with her the prayers, stories, and hopes of children with disabilities to whom she dedicated her entire journey. As part of her preparation for the campaign Ani Pema Deki (Emma Slade, 59)  …

Ugyen Dorji (20) from Punakha, a Digital Fabrication trainee at the Jigme Wangchuck Power Training Institute (JWPTI), will be representing the nation at the CezeriFEST 2025 International 3D Design & 3D Printing Competition in Turkey this month. CezeriFEST is a global platform that brings young innovators together to showcase practical …

The Bhutan Stroke Foundation (BSF), in collaboration with Think Locally, Act Globally (TLAG) from Japan, has introduced a new initiative to explore the integration of agricultural activities into stroke rehabilitation in Bhutan. The initiative aims to study how engaging stroke survivors in structured farming tasks can support both physical and …

Michael Rutland, OBE was born in London and pursued studies in Physics and Mathematics at London University. He is widely recognized for his extensive contributions to education and for developing strong relations between the United Kingdom and Bhutan, where he has lived for over 54 years. Rutland first arrived in …

In the remote mountains of Laya, residents are confident in the healthcare available at their Basic Health Unit (BHU)  for their newborns. Routine check-ups, weight, height, vaccinations, and basic monitoring have become the cornerstone of newborn care in the region. For most parents, this is more than enough. But while …

“Age did not define him; vision and purpose did,” said the former Chief Justice Lyonpo Sonam Tobgye, remembering how the Fourth Druk Gyalpo led Bhutan with wisdom beyond his years. Lyonpo Sonam Tobgye began his distinguished career in the royal household, first serving as Ziminangma (Master of the Household) to His …

“There is nothing here. What nutrients shall I eat?” asks Rinchen Zam, 23, reflecting on her pregnancy in the highlands of Laya. She knows that a balanced diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and meat is vital for a healthy pregnancy, yet access to these foods is severely limited in …

When His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck first introduced the idea of Gross National Happiness (GNH) in the early 1970s, His Majesty was just a teenager. Even as a young Monarch, he questioned the conventional belief that economic growth alone could guarantee the well-being of a nation. …

Former Prime Minister, Lyonpo Khandu Wangchuk, who served in various key portfolios including Economic Affairs and Foreign Affairs, recalls how His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo laid the foundations for Bhutan’s modern health and education systems. Under His Majesty’s reign, Bhutan saw tremendous progress in health care accessibility and education …