Bhutan took a significant step towards enhancing its environmental conservation efforts with the introduction of the Biological Corridor Nine (BC9) Bill in the National Council. The Minister for the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR), Loknath Sharma, presented the Bill, which aims to establish a biological corridor connecting the …

During the NA Session on 3 October, the Member of Parliament from  Dramedtse-Ngatshang Constituency, Ugyen Wangdi, raised concerns about the government’s revised tourism tax, citing potential legal complications and confusion in the industry. In response, the Minister of the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Employment (MoICE), Karma Dorji, reiterated the …

In a bid to offer consumers, businesses, and policymakers’ valuable insights, the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) unlike previous years, where data was sourced from only six towns, CCAA has now included all dzongkhag towns, ensuring a broader and more detailed overview of essential goods prices. This expansion aims …

In a resolute response to unethical business practices, the Consumer Complaints & Appeals Authority (CCAA) in Thimphu took stringent measures to protect consumers’ rights in August 2023. The authority received 15 complaints, signaling a firm stance against dishonest businesses. Out of the 15 complaints received, 80 percent were individual grievances, …

With the upcoming elections on the horizon, Bhutan Tendrel Party and Druk Thuendrel Tshogpa, have submitted their draft manifestos to the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) on 28 September 2023. The manifestos, are essential documents outlining the policies and goals of the respective parties, and are currently under scrutiny by …

Bhutan faced severe Internet disruptions on friday as a result of a damaged link in India, causing congestion and unpredictable downtime. CEO of Tashi InfoComm Limited, Tashi Tshering, said, “Our TATA link has been damaged in India, leading to congestion. We depend on our partners, and when their fiber is …

MoIT Minister said around Nu 5 billion in water projects completed so far Bhutan has embarked on USD 8.9 million initiative to combat the growing threats of water scarcity and declining water quality attributed to climate change. The project is called Advancing Climate Resilience of the Water Sector in Bhutan …

The National Snow Leopard Survey 2022-2023 supported by the Bhutan For Life project and WWF-Bhutan, reveals a remarkable 39.5% surge in snow leopard numbers since the country’s first survey in 2016. The comprehensive survey, conducted with cutting-edge camera trapping technology, spanned over 9,000 square kilometers of snow leopard habitat across …

National Adaptation Plan (NAP) launched The Department of Environment and Climate Change (DECC) in Bhutan marked World Ozone Day with a grand celebration at the Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies on 16th September 2023. The event not only acknowledged the importance of the Ozone Layer, but also saw Bhutan …

In an effort to combat the rising issue of overcrowding in Chamgang jail, open-air prisons (OAPs) seems to be a promising solution. An official from the Royal Bhutan Police has acknowledged that the Chamgang jail is grappling with an influx of multiple drug cases and other crimes, but OAPs are …