During the 3rd Sitting of the Joint Sitting of the Fourth Parliament, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) reviewed the findings of the Royal Audit Authority (RAA) and expanded its assessment to examine the state of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities and services in all 566 government schools across Bhutan. …

In Bhutan, children with disabilities often face barriers to accessing early intervention, specialized care, and inclusive education. Since its inception in 2012, Ability Bhutan Society (ABS) has been working to bridge these gaps, providing support and services that help children achieve their full potential and improve their quality of life. …

The Nu 15 mn and Nu 5 mn winners also share their experience Lucky Pem, an online lottery draw, announced its winners on the occasion of the 118th National Day, with the most anticipated prizes awarded to the top three winners. The first prize winner received Nu 15 million (mn), …

For many couples in Bhutan, the desire to have a child is deeply tied to family expectations, social belonging, and emotional well-being. Yet, an increasing number of couples find themselves unable to conceive naturally, often facing not only medical challenges but also social stigma and emotional distress. As infertility emerges …

The Education Minister, Yeezang De Thapa, elaborated on the alignment of Bhutan’s education system with the Cambridge Curriculum, and highlighted its significance. During the 10th Sitting of the Fourth Parliament’s Fourth Session, Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa reminded the Royal Education Kasho from His Majesty The King that the Ministry of …

During the 12th Sitting of the National Council (NC), the Economic Affairs Committee (EAC) presented a review report of Bhutan’s healthcare system, noting both its remarkable growth and the challenges it now faces. From its beginnings in 1961 with just two hospitals, two doctors, and two nurses, Bhutan’s health sector …

During the 11th Sitting of the Fourth Session of the National Assembly, the Member of Parliament (MP) of Thrimshing-Kangpara, Damche Tenzin, raised concerns over employment practices affecting contract teachers, ESP/GSP staff, and Non-Formal Education (NFE) instructors. The MP mentioned that there are currently 1,750 contract teachers, 2,480 ESP/GSP staff, and …

The National Assembly (NA) adopted the Amendment to the Reservation on the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) during the 7th Sitting of the Fourth Parliament. The CRPD is an international treaty designed to protect and promote the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), ensuring they can …

During the 10th Sitting of the Fourth Parliament’s Fourth Session, Education Minister, Yeezang De Thapa, stated that during the previous parliamentary session, the reinstatement of the Class X cut-off point had been discussed, with the view that it should either be deferred or removed entirely. During the session’s Action Taken …

During the Third Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Fourth Parliament, Member of Parliament (MP) of Kengkhar Weringla constituency, Dorji Wangmo, raised a question to the Minister of Health regarding the Accelerating Maternal and Child Health Program (AMCHP). This initiative provides mothers and their newborn babies, up to the …