Kuenphen Bridge, popularly known as the Suspension Bridge in Dzomi Gewog under Punakha, is increasingly drawing large numbers of tourists, with the bridge often becoming crowded as visitors gather to cross and experience the popular attraction. The growing tourist presence has brought benefits to the local community, with visitors contributing …

55 Bhutanese students pursuing Master’s degrees at Nalanda University in Rajgir, India, will participate in the raising of 108 stupas in a single day at Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) from 1st to 4th November 2026. The participation has been made possible through the support of Nalanda University Vice-Chancellor Professor Sachin …

National inflation at 5.58 percent and non-food prices rise by 6.34 percent As the cost of living continues to rise in Bhutan, concerns remain over whether elderly people, particularly those relying on pensions or fixed incomes, can afford their daily necessities without compromising their quality of life. Bhutan’s annual inflation …

Bhutan’s imports of petroleum products continued to rise in 2025, with petrol imports increasing by 38.74 percent and diesel imports by 27.54 percent, according to the National Statistics Bureau’s Annual Environmental Accounts Statistics 2025. The figures highlight Bhutan’s continued dependence on imported fossil fuels despite its substantial renewable electricity resources, …

Bhutan recorded 26,040 tourist arrivals in September 2026, up by 5,789 from the same month last year, but the impact on tourism businesses remains to be established Bhutan recorded 26,040 tourist arrivals in September 2026, an increase of 5,789 compared with September 2025, according to the Department of Tourism’s Monthly …

An official complaint has been filed over the process and results of the Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) Presidential election held on 15 October. In the first round with four contestants Dr Trashi Wangyel, President of the Construction Association of Bhutan (CAB) and Businesswoman and former BCCI President …

Owner seeks transparency and fair explanation from DoT after selection, preparations and payment for participation in Tokyo tourism fair The Department of Tourism (DoT) cancelled the participation of Ugyen Tours and Travels in the Japan Expo, held in Tokyo from 24 to 27 September 2026. In a letter dated 4 …

Bhutan has secured foreign direct investment (FDI) commitments worth Nu 329.16 billion (bn) as of 7th October 2026, through projects that have received business licences and in-principle approval, according to Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji, Minister of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE). Speaking during the 32nd Meet-the-Press, Lyonpo said the government has …

Nu 210 million project to transform former sewerage ponds into a 21-acre public park The Tshalumaphey Ecological Park project in southern Thimphu has achieved about 20 percent physical progress as of September, according to Karma Wangchuk, Secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, who shared the update during the …

Reverse Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has been introduced to allow Bhutanese travelers in India to make payments to Indian merchants using their mobile banking applications. However, practical challenges at the merchant level continue to affect the usability of the system. A recent attempt to use Reverse UPI in Jaigaon showed …