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 Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) declared the results of the Preliminary Examination (PE) for BCSE 2025 on 21st August 2025, announcing a major change in the pass benchmark. In line with Section 5.3.1.4 of the BCSR 2023, the pass mark was raised from 50 to 55. RCSC stated that only those scoring 55 …
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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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On 22nd August, 2025, five schools in Thimphu are stepping into a new era of inclusive education as Special Olympics Bhutan equips them with sports equipment under the Unified Champion Schools (UCS) program. The initiative aims to create environments where students with and without disabilities can learn, play, and grow …
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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 Druk Holding and Investments (DHI) group launched its 10x roadmap on 14th August, outlining five priority investment areas which are energy and resources, manufacturing and service, mines and minerals, global securities, and infrastructure. A major area of alignment between DHI’s plan and the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) initiative lies …
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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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This year’s Bhutan Echoes: Drukyul’s Literature Festival unfolded as more than a celebration of books and ideas; it became a heartfelt tribute to His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck, whose visionary leadership continues to guide the nation. This was through the session The Wisdom of Balance: The …
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The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) has proposed a comprehensive set of fiscal incentives for industrial development. Concessionary tax rates are proposed at 5% for priority industries that generate strong employment, adopt sustainable practices, or operate in districts with high poverty levels, and 10% for businesses in sectors …
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The National Energy Policy 2025 introduces a comprehensive strategy for Bhutan to diversify its energy mix beyond hydropower in response to rising domestic demand, and the need for long-term energy security. While hydropower remains the backbone of Bhutan’s electricity generation, the policy emphasizes harnessing other renewable energy sources, such as …
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