Last year, the group supplied its largest consignment yet, 1,000 kg of dried turmeric marking steady growth in production In the quiet village of Tama, perched on the rugged hills of Zhemgang, eight farmers (seven women and one man) are rewriting their community’s story with the golden root of turmeric. …
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Government reinforces zero-tolerance on misuse of TikTok and online gambling The government has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on the misuse of TikTok and the rising trend of online gambling, warning that repeated offenders will now face prosecution. Responding to questions during the Meet-the-Press session on 29th August 2025 the Minister …
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Villagers, foresters and gewog officials forced to stay as night guard in nearby jungles People of Trong gewog under Zhemgang are in disbelief since the frequent visit of the elephants in their fields and even at their residences. The once-a-year visit by the elephants has now turned into a monthly …
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At the 19th Meet-the-Press on 29th August, the Minister of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), Chandra Bdr Gurung, said the 25-decimal minimum for land subdivision under the revised Thimphu Structure Plan (TSP) for rural areas in Thimphu is intended to fix past subdivision shortcomings and guide sustainable, safer …
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The Minister of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), Chandra Bdr Gurung, during the 19th Meet-the-Press on 29th August 2025 said the Thimphu Structure Plan (TSP) 2023 was developed to directly address the capital’s key challenges and guide future growth and transformation, while preparing for population growth, rising urbanization …
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The Bhutan InfoComm and Media Authority (BICMA) has issued a public notification warning against the growing trend of “extreme punishment shows” on TikTok, cautioning that such content not only endangers participants, but also risks normalizing self-harm and humiliation in Bhutanese society. The notification, released on 21st August 2025 comes after …
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Thimphu Thromde has intensified efforts to improve road safety and reduce traffic congestion in South Thimphu, undertaking a series of infrastructure projects that range from replacing outdated speed bumps with modern speed bumps to building underpasses and roundabouts. The works, which began in mid-July, are part of a broader plan …
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The Media Perception Index (MPI) survey 2025, has revealed a nuanced and evolving media landscape in Bhutan, characterized by high public trust in traditional outlets alongside a rapid digital transformation where social media is now the dominant source of information. This first-ever comprehensive citizen survey, supported by the Department of …
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The Paro District Court on 12th August 2025 has sentenced 34-year-old Faizal Jalaluden, an Indian national, to six years in prison for illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs after he was found guilty of possessing and importing 7.301 kilograms of cannabis into Bhutan. The District Court held that the offence was …
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In a significant move to strengthen democratic transparency and accountability, Bhutan’s Parliament and the media have officially signed a comprehensive engagement strategy designed to enhance collaboration, improve information flow, and promote responsible journalism. The strategy, developed through an open dialogue during the Media-Parliament Symposium held from 11th to 13th August …
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