The chain-link fencing program, which began only a few years ago, has now reached an estimated 40 to 50 gewogs and around 60 to 100 chiwogs across the country, making almost 4,500 to 7,000 households feel safer, and improving rural livelihoods and food production. So far, the project has protected …

With schools closed for the winter break, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has rolled out a wide range of structured programmes across the country to ensure that students and youth remain actively engaged beyond the classroom. Rather than viewing the winter break as idle time, the ministry …

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has acknowledged and taken seriously the concerns related to hoarding, price competition from Indian potatoes, and low demand for small-sized Bhutanese potatoes, following the minister’s visit to the Food Corporation of Bhutan Limited (FCBL) Auction Yard. “The concerns being raised regarding potato auctions …

A three-day Special Olympics Unified Sports Program was successfully held in Thimphu, bringing together children with intellectual disabilities and non-intellectual disabilities in an inclusive sporting environment. The program aimed to promote equality, friendship and social inclusion through sports, with greater emphasis on participation and accessibility rather than competition or medals. …

After a six-year gap, the National Job Fair 2025 returned as a major platform aimed at easing Bhutan’s transition challenges from education to employment, bringing together more than 2,500 job, training, and study opportunities across 46 stalls. Supported by the World Bank, the fair connects jobseekers with employers, universities, and …

Bhutan marked a significant milestone in its contemporary music history with the successful hosting of the first-ever Asian Rock Fest in Paro on 19th  and 20th December, consisting 14 Rock bands both international and local. The two-day festival introduced a rock music culture that has largely remained unheard in the …

In a move to strengthen climate-resilient livelihoods and reduce reliance on imported fish, farmers from across the country are participating in a three-day technical training on sustainable rainbow trout aquaculture at the National Research and Development Center for Riverine and Lake Fisheries in Haa. The training, conducted from 11th  to …

Bhutan welcomed home its young para-athletes with pride and joy after their inspiring performances at the 5th Asian Youth Para Games held in Dubai. Fourteen-year-old para-badminton player Cheyang Kuenchap made history for the country by winning a bronze medal, marking a proud moment for Bhutanese sports. Cheyang delivered a strong …

After a six-year break, the Dagap Farm Festival made its return in Dagana, aiming to promote local agricultural and livestock products while improving market access for farmers. The two-day festival, organised by the Dagana District Administration at the Dagapela Middle Secondary School’s football ground, was held on 14th-15th December 2025. …

The Good Governance Committee (GGC) has called on the National Assembly to take urgent and coordinated action to address the persistently weak and unreliable mobile network services affecting Bhutan’s highland and remote communities. The appeal follows a detailed investigation carried out after concerns were raised in Parliament about the severe …