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On March 15, 2024, Nganglam Police Station (PS) was alerted to a fatal Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) on the way to Nganglam-Gyelposhing highway at Tsenkari. The primary cause of the tragic accident was attributed to unlicensed driving. Upon receiving the report, the investigative team, accompanied by a medical doctor, promptly …
Read More »37 Bhutanese cheated out of Nu 3.5 mn in Singapore job scam
RBP reports rise in various online and phone scam cases The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) is dealing with a surge in fraudulent activities that are preying on innocent individuals. From promises of lottery wins to alluring investment schemes, the misuse of mobile numbers for scamming purposes and the spread of …
Read More »RBP takes action to combat rising crime rates in Thimphu
Towards crime prevention and sensitization for city hotel owners and entertainment centers In a bid to combat rising crime rates in Thimphu, the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) conducted a crucial crime prevention and sensitization program on 13- 14 March, specifically targeting hotel owners and entertainment centers. The Senior Superintendent of …
Read More »Thimphu reports rise in burglary and larceny cases
The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) has noted a concerning increase in crimes against property, particularly burglary and larceny cases in the capital city. In the latest statistics provided by RBP, there have been 19 reported cases of burglary this year, with 11 cases detected leading to 17 suspects’ arrests. Additionally, …
Read More »Genuine Changjiji residents can stay worry free as NHDCL nullifies rent agreement
NHDCL to build 1,018 units of green resilient and affordable housing The National Housing Development Corporation Limited (NHDCL) CEO said, they have already responded to the government on the directives over Chanjiji. “We are going to nullify the 10 years agreement. On the other hand, what we will be doing …
Read More »OAG sees rise in drug cases and sex crimes in 2023
The statistical summary for the year 2023 sheds light on the operational dynamics of the Prosecution and Litigation Division of the Office of Attorney General. The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) consistently dominated the caseload, contributing 96 percent of the cases. Out of the total cases received, 48.7 percent of the …
Read More »Fuel shortage in Tashichhoeling creates hardships for residents
Residents of Tashichhoeling dungkhag are facing severe fuel shortages, particularly since the dungkhag which has five gewogs including 25 chiwogs and two neighboring gewogs share only one fuel depot operated by the Druk Petroleum Corporation Limited (DPCL). The shortage of both diesel and petrol is causing significant inconvenience to the …
Read More »Rising unemployment and migration: Bhutan labour market in crisis
95% of private sector firms have 5 or less people and they do not grow over time Profiles of available or future vacancies in the private sector do not match those of the current job-seekers in Bhutan The World Bank Report 2024 on the labour market in Bhutan reveals that …
Read More »Frequent fuel shortage in Lhamoizingkha
Lhamoizingkha dungkhag in Dagana has been grappling with frequent fuel shortage. The dungkhag relies on a single fuel station that is supplied by the Druk Petroleum Corporation Limited (DPCL). A fuel stock supplied on Thursday (15 February) ran out the very next day. According to the dungkhag Gup, the fuel …
Read More »42-year-old man found dead in his residence due to carbon monoxide poisoning
In a tragic incident that occurred around 9 am on 10 February 2024, a man aged 42 was found dead at his residence inside the Rinchen Higher Secondary School compound. Upon receiving a medical emergency call from the deceased’s wife, the JDWNRH emergency team quickly responded and arrived at the …
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