Heli Bhutan has been conducting multiple rescue missions since 5th October to evacuate people stranded in Denchukha, Dorokha, and Sertena under Samtse.  The operations were launched after heavy rainfall on the night of 4th October that triggered major floods in several parts of Bhutan, cutting off road access and electricity …

Heavy rains on 4th and 5th October caused widespread damage to the water supply transmission line and water treatment plant at Norbugang Industrial Park (NIP), halting construction and disrupting water supply schedules. Preliminary assessments carried out by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU), Damden Construction Private Limited, and officials from Bhutan …

A new project has been launched to enhance the disaster resilience of critical urban infrastructure in Thimphu, Phuentsholing, and Samtse, where flood risks are high and urban populations continue to grow. Heavy rainfall over the weekend swept through Bhutan, Nepal, and India, triggered floods that caused loss of lives and …

The youth unemployment rate remains high despite signs of overall stability in the national labour market, according to the latest Labour Force Survey (LFS) by the National Statistics Bureau (NSB). The survey for the third quarter of 2025 reports an overall unemployment rate of 3.2 percent, while youth unemployment stands …

The National Education Assessment (NEA) 2024, Grade III and VI Report revealed a significant performance gap for children with disabilities, particularly in Mathematics.  Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is rolling out comprehensive reforms to provide more inclusive educational support and enhance …

Youth out-migration is a growing concern in smaller dzongkhags like Haa, where many young people leave in search of education, jobs, and better opportunities.  This trend is reducing the local workforce and affecting the economic and social vitality of rural communities. To this the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment …

The recently released National Education Assessment 2024 has presented about the situation of Bhutan’s education system.  The report revealed that between 27 to 37 percent of principals continue to struggle with inadequate or poor-quality teaching and learning materials (TLMs) for core subjects.  Even more concerning, over 80 percent reported that …

After years of allowing students to carry and use mobile phones freely within campuses, the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) has now decided to impose a complete ban on their use during academic hours.  A new directive issued by the Office of the Vice Chancellor on 22nd September 2025 states …

Bhutan’s health sector has been struggling with a persistent shortage of nurses, but recent updates from the Ministry of Health (MoH) suggest steady progress is being made. According to Health Minister, Tandin Wangchuk, the National Medical Services (NMS) recruited 191 Diploma Nurses effective 15th September 2025.  All of them are …

The Ministry of Education, Skills and Development (MoESD) had earlier set the official school starting age at six years (or above 5 years and 6 months), citing children’s physical and mental readiness and international best practices.   However, the Prime Minister, during the 20th Meet-the-Press session, said that as per a …