With growing concerns over lead exposure and its potential health risks, the issue was among the key topics highlighted during the 5th National One Health Symposium held in Tsirang. The symposium, which focused on strengthening Bhutan’s preparedness against emerging health threats, brought together experts from the human, animal, and environmental …

The civil servants have been the backbone of national development, ensuring stability and continuity. However, with the rapid transformation relating to the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), and the increasing demands of a modern economy, the civil servants face a crucial challenge. They are at a critical juncture, facing the challenge …

Bhutan recorded 864 tuberculosis (TB) cases in 2023, with a notable concentration among young adults aged 15-24. The Annual Health Bulletin 2024 report indicates that this age group has the highest number of new pulmonary bacteriologically confirmed TB cases and extrapulmonary TB cases. To address the persistent TB burden, the …

Coinciding with the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King, the Ministry of Health (MoH) launched three significant initiatives aimed at enhancing Bhutan’s healthcare system. These include the handing-taking of medical equipment supported by the Government of India (GoI) for the Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH), the launch …

Coinciding with the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King, the Ministry of Health (MoH) announced the establishment of the Multidisciplinary Super Specialty Hospital (MDSSH), which aims to provide advanced and specialized medical care within the country, reducing the need for overseas treatment and ensuring that all Bhutanese have access …

Bhutan’s only para-athlete competing at the 2025 World Para Athletics Grand Prix in New Delhi in March is Chimi Dema, 31.  In a recent conversation with Chimi, she shared her early experiences and how she first encountered Shot Put that has brought her to the global stage. “When I was young, …

The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is currently working on a major project to align the National School Curriculum (NSC) with international standards set by Cambridge International.  Set to be completed by July 2025, this alignment will significantly impact all schools across the country, aiming to modernize and …

The Labour Force Survey Quarterly Report (Q4 2024), recently published by the National Statistics Bureau presents that the overall employment rate is 96.9 percent and the National Unemployment Rate at 3.11 percent. This national figure shows troubling disparities between genders and geographic locations, particularly highlighting the struggles of women and …

Recently, the Education Minister announced the decision to reinstate the class 10 cut-off point, prompting significant concern. Citing concerns over the relatively low exam scores among students, Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa emphasized that the reintroduction of cut-off point for class 10 students would help raise academic standards and better reflect …

The previous government, Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa (DNT), introduced a policy that removed the class 10 cut-off point, enabling all students to progress to class 11, regardless of their academic performance. This policy was designed to provide every student with equal opportunities to complete their education, particularly benefiting those from low-income …