After years of anticipation and uncertainty, the Sunkosh hydropower project is back in the spotlight, with renewed momentum and strategic alignment under the country’s long-term infrastructure vision. With an estimated installed capacity of 4,060 megawatts (MW) and a projected cost of over Nu 323 billion (USD 3.8 billion), the project …
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Bhutan is facing a growing public health concern as tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) continue to be among the most prevalent communicable diseases in the country. According to the National Health Bulletin 2025, which presents health data from the year 2024, TB cases have increased to 920. This reflects …
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MoESD cites declining national enrolment, approves kitchen and dining hall for 2025–26 During the 18th Meet-the-Press session held on 1st August 2025 the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) shared that despite developmental activities taking place in Lingmithang Middle Secondary School in Saling Gewog, and nearby area of Mongar, …
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Zhemgang, the district with the highest poverty rate in Bhutan at 41.4%, is seeing many farmers struggle to access government rural development programs because of the current cost-sharing requirements. Trong Gewog Gup, Wangay, says his proposal has been pending for over a year because farmers cannot afford to pay the …
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The Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) said that the Zilukha zebra crossing accident victim, who recently traveled to the Chittagong Medical College and her family was initially unsure about her admission, has successfully completed her admission. The RCSC said following the student’s unfortunate accident on 9th June (just a day …
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Five others await sentencing, including one for heroin and four for cannabis trafficking Paro Dzongkhag Court on 14th July 2025 sentenced a 28-year-old Indian national, Meghan Vijay Gujuran, to 17 years imprisonment for illicit trafficking of 9.730 kgs heroin into Bhutan. However, during the interrogation following his arrest, Meghan denied …
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The 20-year-old victim in the Zilukha zebra crossing accident case has not yet recovered from her extensive injuries, but she still opted to travel to Chittagong Medical College to try and secure her MBBS scholarship seat. The victim’s mother said that her daughter was really worried about missing an entire …
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As the Monsoon Lucky Bumper 2025 draw captivated the nation on 1st July, with its staggering Nu 20 million (mn) top prize, some people have been questioning the layers of transparency and technical precision involved behind the scenes. However, the Bhutan Lottery Limited (BLL) said they have developed a comprehensive …
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The Bhutan Innovation Lab, aimed at transforming how public policy is developed and implemented, was officially launched on 10th July in Thimphu by the Prime Minister (PM), Dasho Tshering Tobgay, and UNDP Resident Representative (RR), Mohammad Younus. Although inaugurated this month, the Lab has been operational for the past four …
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Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) uncovered a troubling issue during routine market inspections: cement bags failing to meet the required weight standards. This discovery has triggered further investigations and opened discussions with manufacturers to protect consumers and maintain market fairness. The issue first emerged during an inspection at a …
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