In response to a question during the monthly meet-the-press the Prime Minister (PM) clarified on the government’s plan to allocate Nu 1 billion to support one child from each eligible family to study abroad. The eligibility criteria were designed to benefit economically disadvantaged families, those who have not sent any family …
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Amid growing concerns over the limited number of tokens in hospitals and clinics, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has identified several key reasons for the token limitation, alongside the measures being taken to address the issue. According to MoH, one of the primary reasons for token limitation is the number …
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The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has announced plans to replace the Moderation Exercise, a current performance evaluation method, with the Bhutan Professional Standard for Teachers (BPST) aiming to reduce teacher workload and improve job satisfaction. Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa explained that the discussions with the RCSC and …
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At the Bhutan Innovation Forum, one of the recurring discussions was held about how Bhutan can strike a balance between embracing globalization by preserving its rich cultural heritage. Oznur Bell, CEO of Constructor Knowledge and Chancellor of CUB, provided an insightful perspective on how Bhutan can address the challenges in …
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The recent Bhutan Innovation Forum on artificial intelligence in biomedical science discussed the unique opportunities for Bhutan to leverage these technologies in revolutionizing healthcare. Hosted by distinguished speakers, including Professor Fahmeed Hyder from Yale University, Professor Frederike Petzschner from Brown University, and Professor Marina Garassino from the University of Chicago, …
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The recent Bhutan Innovation Forum brought together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) in Bhutan’s economy. Focusing on education, tourism, and regulatory frameworks, speakers emphasized the potential for these technologies to revolutionize various sectors while aligning with Bhutan’s core …
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A total of 2,995 candidates will be appearing for the Bhutan Civil Service Examination (BCSE) this year up from last year’s 2,014 candidates. These candidates will compete across four categories: General Category (PGDE, Administrative Service, Finance Service), BE.d Category (B.Ed. Dzongkha, B.Ed. Primary and B.Ed. Secondary), Dzongkha category, and Technical …
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His Majesty The King’s upcoming 10th to 18th October visit to Australia has sparked joy, pride, and a deep sense of patriotism within the Bhutanese living in Australia. The Royal Visit is expected to draw a large gathering of Bhutanese from various cities, such as Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, …
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Last year the Dental Department was set up in Taba, Thimphu to address the decentralization of healthcare services beyond Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) premise. The relocation was intended to address growing patient demand and alleviate congestion at JDWNRH by distributing services more evenly across different regions. By …
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22 backed out due to various reasons despite being selected To enhance STEM education across Bhutan, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is making progress in addressing the shortage of qualified STEM teachers in public schools. During the 33rd session of Parliament, Education Minister, Yeezang De Thapa, addressed …
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