India recently inaugurated the start of work on their 508 KMs Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project that is expected to be completed by 2023. The project was initially estimated at Rs. 63,000 Crores but it now stands at Rs.110,000 Crores (about US$17 billion). This is 8 times Bhutan’s GDP! But that …

The Zhemgang Dzongkhag Tshogdu in a post published on its official Facebook page ‘Discover Zhemgang,’ announced that starting from 17th December 2017 it would be compulsory to wear Gho and Kira from 9 am to 5 pm in all areas, including both the town and remote villages. It said that …

For a city with around 100,000 floating population Thimphu has one too many bars and discos, but aside from the health and social impact it is okay as long as any drinking and  other activities are done within the premises. The RBP comes around the anointed time to close down …

NEW DELHI – When I left India for graduate school in the United States in 1975, the word “globalization” was not in use anywhere in the world. Back then, crossing borders was still a big deal, and getting a US visa was no easy feat. When I did arrive in …

The latest GDP data from the NSB shows that the Bhutanese economy has not only fully recovered from the 2012-13 rupee and economic crisis, but is also booming. This boom importantly is from sectors like agriculture, services, construction etc. The strong performance of the agricultural sector, which is growing in …

LONDON – Across emerging economies, the benefits of a “demographic dividend” have become a familiar refrain. Politicians and business leaders alike – be it in India, Nigeria, Pakistan, or Tanzania – talk glowingly of how a fast-growing and youthful population will create huge investment opportunities and fuel rapid economic growth. …

There is no doubt that archery has been an integral part of our social and cultural life since the time immemorial. For centuries, it has significantly contributed to the development of social, communication and interpersonal skills that have united the people from all social strata regardless of who they are. …

Bhutan is facing a growing ‘maid and baby sitter’ crisis, especially in urban areas where usually both the father and mother are working professionals. The major impact is on the economy as most families in urban areas are nuclear in nature mostly due to grandparents not being able to adjust …

Lyonchhen at a diplomatic reception hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the occasion of the 72nd United Nations General Assembly. ( White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)

Bhutan’s recent wins over Maldives and defending champion Nepal in the under-18 SAAF championship has naturally generated a lot of national attention and support for the young team. Predictions are already being made about this being the next national team. From the way the boys have been playing and with …