The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has forwarded 27 cases to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for prosecution as per its 2023-2024 Annual Report. Covering a wide range of corruption, financial misconduct, and illegal activities involving public servants and private individuals. The cases highlight numerous instances of embezzlement, bribery, and …

The father of a minor victim shared his disbelief and anguish after learning that a medical professional allegedly raped his minor daughter during her hospital visits in Trashigang. He said that he is in disbelief that a medical professional who is supposed to save lives has done such a heinous …

A 25-year-old female Bhutanese student has died in Melbourne, Australia on 11th December 2024.  The Druk Melbourne Association, a Bhutanese community organization along with the Royal Bhutanese Embassy (RBE) in Australia, is providing support to the deceased’s family.  The association is assisting with the repatriation process, coordinating with the relevant …

Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) plans to address the increasing misuse of social media platforms to propagate hate speech, defamation, and derogatory remarks targeting individuals and the nation on social media platforms, like TikTok and other online forums. While recognizing the right of citizens to utilize online platforms for expression, RBP …

On 11th December, 2024, three deaths were reported in Thimphu under varying circumstances.  The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) is investigating all three incidents but has ruled out foul play in all cases. The first incident involved a 43-year-old man found dead in Youselpang.  As per police investigation, the man, who …

Lyonpo Chandra Bdr Gurung, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), during the 10th Meet-the-Press session shared that the ministry has started work on Phase One of the Thimphu Structure Plan (TSP). These projects include renovations to the Clock Tower and its surrounding area, mobility improvements along Norzin Lam, and the …

Samtse District Court on 16th August 2024 sentenced 6 men found guilty in sexual offences against 3 minors and an 18-year-old girl.  The cases involved a range of offences, including rape of a child above 12 years of age, child molestation, sexual harassment, and providing alcohol to a minor. Both …

Govt spent Nu 10 million to clear flood debris and offer relief This paper recently highlighted the case of 85-year-old grandfather, Choning Dorji, who is among the survivors of the devastating Dechencholing flash flood and whose hut was washed away in the flood. He and his family are having a tough …

The National Assembly emphasized on the need for preparedness during natural disasters, especially earthquake and flood, and also the need for relevant budget allocation.   The Member of Parliament (MP) Tashi Tenzin from Radhi Sakteng constituency said that being a mountainous country and triggered by climate change, these disasters are a …

3 arrests made so far The family of a 20-year-old woman who was viral on Tiktok and died by suicide in October 2024, is grieving and calling for justice. The victim’s mother shared that her daughter had been mentally healthy until a viral video of her caused her great distress. …