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There are concerns that with hospitals now staffed with younger and less experienced medical professionals and technicians there are anecdotal incidents of medical errors coming in from medicine dosage to even being unable to draw blood. The Minister of Health (MoH) Tandin Wangchuk shared that there is a proper system …

Project Dantak, a key initiative of India’s Border Roads Organization (BRO), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bhutan Industrial Gas (BIG) to secure the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for infrastructure projects in Bhutan. The agreement, signed at Dantak Headquarters by Chief Engineer of Project Dantak, Brigadier …

The National Disability Conference 2024 from December 3 to 4 aimed to change societal norms and build an inclusive society for persons with disabilities to participate and contribute to society like any other person. The common assumption held by most is that people with disabilities are disabled because of their …

The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is prioritizing the transformation of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system to absorb the rest of the Grade 12 graduates. Yeezang De Thapa, shared that the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) currently admits approximately 2,600 students annually across its …

The Annual Audit Report (AAR) 2023-24 of the Royal Audit Authority (RAA) was presented to the Parliament, and tabled during the joint sitting of the Second Session of the Fourth Parliament on 10th December 2024. The report provides an overview of the audits conducted from 1st July 2023 to 30th …

At the recent National Disability Conference, the Manager at Jigme Namgyal Wangchuck Super Fab Lab (JNWSFL), Tshering Wangzom, presented initiatives taken in Assistive Technology (AT) in country. Recognizing the significant gap in assistive devices and solutions for people with disabilities, JNWSFL drew inspiration from international visits and collaborations. What is …

Deputy Speaker Sangay Khandu alleged that the finance minister used the term vehicle “Quota” during the deliberation, which has caused significant controversies and dissatisfaction among the citizens and in different media outlets. Nyishog Saephu Member of Parliament (MP) Kuenga stated, “There is already an entitlement act for members of parliament …

In an era where language preservation meets digital innovation, the Department of Culture and Dzongkha Development (DCDD) is making significant strides to ensure the longevity and relevance of Bhutan’s national language, Dzongkha. Through a strategic merger with the Dzongkha Development Commission (DDC) in 2022, DCDD has accelerated efforts to modernize …

As Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) cases continue to rise globally, and in Bhutan, experts at the National Disability Conference in Thimphu are calling for a systematic overhaul of autism care. With limited resources, a shortage of trained professionals, and a lack of specialized services, the conference emphasized the urgent need …

To enhance the livelihood of the disabled community, the Disabled People’s Organization of Bhutan (DPoB) launched the Disability Equality Training (DET) that aims to introduce real issues and challenges faced by Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). The training courses are designed and delivered by people who have experienced such conditions. One …