Thimphu Thromde, in collaboration with the traffic police, initiated a priority lane pilot test along the motorway. This trial, aimed at streamlining traffic and improving response times for emergency vehicles, has sparked a range of opinions among drivers and commuters. The recently issued notification by Thromde outlines the eligibility criteria …

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) secured an overwhelming victory in Central Bhutan during the general elections. The party achieved an almost perfect score in central Bhutan, except one in Nubi-Tangsibji, Trongsa, going to the Bhutan Tendrel party. Examining the electoral history of Central Bhutan reveals a dynamic landscape. In the …

The General Round of the 4th National Assembly (NA) Elections 2023-2024 saw a disappointing outcome for women’s representation, as only two out of five female candidates won seats in NA. This is a setback from the previous years, when more women were elected to the Parliament. The National Council election …

The Bhutan Tendrel Party (BTP) candidate, and Vice President Pema Tenzin, identified the terrible conditions of farm roads in several gewogs as the main issue in his constituency. He highlighted drinking water problems and the lack of support for agriculture-related services, emphasising the challenges faced by the youth who wish …

Wangdi from the Bhutan Tendrel Party for Bomdeling Jamkhar said, “The failure of the Kholongchu Project, a significant initiative in the region, has resulted in many people taking loans for investment, leading to financial struggles and Non-Performing Loans (NPL). Vacant houses and poor road connectivity, particularly in Bomdeling Gewog, further …

Ritu Raj Chettri, representing Tashicholing from BTP painted a vivid picture of a community standing at a crossroad, grappling with the migration of villagers and the challenges of modernization. He stressed on the urgency to encourage younger generations to explore future opportunities. His candidacy is fueled by his passion to …

Tshewang Rinzin, the PDP candidate representing South Thimphu, emphasized on the need for Thimphu to be not just a beacon of excellence in infrastructure and services, but a model of balanced development that extends beyond the city center. He envisions a Thimphu where the benefits of progress reach every corner …

The southern regions of Bhutan are grappling with a persistent and concerning surge in rabies cases, raising alarms among veterinary authorities and residents alike. The latest incident occurred in Riju village of Umling Gewog in Sarpang, where a cow suspected of being rabid on 26 December succumbed to the virus. …

In a move that has ignited public debate and outrage, Thimphu Thromde took decisive action on the 21 December  and 26 December against illegal hawkers selling vegetables along the foothpaths and parking spaces of Wangchu Lam and Kaja Throm. However, upon closer examination, it has been uncovered that Thimphu Thromde …

In a recent move by Thimphu Thromde to clear vegetable vendors and hawkers from the footpaths and parking spaces of Wangchu Lam, a new battleground has emerged as vendors find themselves in a newer location, in front of the parking spaces of the Kaja Throm. Traditional vegetable vendors, residents, and …