Bhutan expects to meet its national monthly egg demand by August 2026. This target depends on the current day-old chicks successfully reaching the laying stage. Recent data shows a fluctuating production trend over the last few years. The country produced 84.85 million eggs in 2025, a decrease from 98.17 million in 2024. Bhutanese consumers are paying the highest retail prices for eggs in South Asia at Nu 18 per egg, …

Residents and commuters in Thimphu are increasingly frustrated with how some parking fee collectors allegedly use underhanded means to charge inflated parking fees. Drivers and commuters who have had bad experiences of being overcharged or encountering issues such as ticket misuse and extended parking times shared their experiences. Dorji said he experienced ticket collectors overcharging him even though he had parked in a town area for only thirty minutes. “I was sure that …

Thimphu and Phuentsholing are set for a period of significant urban transformation. The newly elected Thrompons have released detailed manifestos to guide their respective cities. Ugyen Dorji begins his second term as Thimphu Thrompon with a focus on resilience and transparency. Deepen Ghalley takes the lead in Phuentsholing with a …

For years, the traditional practice of hoisting Lungtas (prayer flags), meant to carry blessings on the wind, has left a hidden trail of ecological debris in the Laya highlands. But one local homestay owner, Karma Tenzin, is turning the tide by clearing away the suffocating synthetic strings that threaten the …

A new era of sustainable technology has arrived in Bhutan with the official opening of Ecopha DrukBees Private Limited. This Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) company establishes a world-class hub for research and model development. It focuses on creating an integrated, sustainable bioeconomy. The initiative harnesses the power of non-edible, regenerative …

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) declared the official results for the Fourth Thromde Elections on 16th July 2026. Deepen Ghallay has been elected as the new Thrompon for Phuentsholing. In the capital city, Ugyen Dorji emerged victorious to lead the Thimphu Thromde. A total of four candidates contested for …

Bhutan’s high-altitude landscape is changing at a startling pace as the climate warms. During the press briefing session, the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology (NCHM) presented the state of the nation’s ice and water. These records show that while new lakes are appearing across the mountains, the country’s ancient …

The National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology (NCHM) has announced that El Niño conditions have officially developed over the tropical Pacific Ocean. This came during the press briefing held by NCHM with the media on 9th July, 2026. The Centre predicts that there is now an 85% chance of a …

Bhutan is choosing a unique path for its transport sector. Many neighboring Indian states now use Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to lower costs and emissions. However, the government has not actively explored this option. During the 29th Meet-the-Press session, Lyonpo Gem Tshering, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, recently …

Concerns are growing over the potential impact of a “Super El Niño” on Bhutan’s energy production. This weather phenomenon typically brings drier conditions and reduced rainfall across the region. Many fear that lower water levels could hinder the country’s hydropower output. However, the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR) …