Sex workers in Bhutan face many challenges that make them among the most vulnerable groups in society. Widespread stigma associated with their profession often leads to social isolation, discrimination, and an increased risk of violence. Limited access to healthcare and difficulty in reporting crimes leave them exposed to exploitation and …
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The Supreme Court (SC) has fully affirmed the High Court’s (HC) judgment of sentencing Sangay Khandu, Korphu Gup, Trongsa to 1 year, 6-month imprisonment, with option to pay a fine in lieu of imprisonment for embezzling Nu 620,403.08 from the Korphu Gewog Environmental Conservation Committee fund. Key issues involved were …
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The latest Bhutan Higher Secondary Education Certificate (BHSEC) results reveal a significant disparity in subject-wise performance, with Mathematics emerging as a persistent challenge for students. According to the Bhutan Council for School Examinations and Assessment (BCSEA), the pass rates for English and Dzongkha stand in the 90s percentage. In contrast, …
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The latest Labour Force Survey Quarterly Report (Q4 2024) from the National Statistics Bureau presents a high overall employment rate of 96.9 percent, but a closer examination reveals troubling trends. Women and urban workers are bearing the impact of Bhutan’s unemployment crisis, highlighting persistent gender inequality and a growing urban-rural …
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On 26th July 2021 a sensational robbery took place in a house near the Centenary Farmer’s Market or Sabzi Bazar when six people of whom 4 are ex-convicts robbed a house and stole Nu 26 mn worth of valuables and cash including taking away the whole safe box. They stole …
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The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) in collaboration with Bhutan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) and Voice for Green Change Partnership (V4GCP) identified five key issues that hinder Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows concerning the Foreign Direct Investment Policy 2019. Among the most significant barriers is the …
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The Supreme Court saw 15 appeals from the Phajo Nidup related bank and civil cases from the High Court. The Supreme Court has fully affirmed seven High Court judgments. Additionally, six cases were withdrawn by the appellants, and one case remains pending. Of the fully affirmed seven High Court judgments …
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The government has issued a public notification regarding a confirmed outbreak of rabies in a dog in Rametey, near Jetsun Milarepa Lhakhang in Chhukha Dzongkhag, following laboratory confirmation on December 30, 2024. The infected dog reportedly bit 11 other dogs in the area, prompting local authorities to take swift action …
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A 44-year-old Bhutanese man, identified as Lama, a Drubdey Drupoen of Paro Kila Goenpa, has died after a suspected fall from elevator shaft at the Hotel Hill View in Jaigaon, India on 2nd January 2025. Lama was part of a pilgrimage group traveling to Bodhgaya, India. The incident was reported …
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In a recent review of the construction sector’s procurement regulations, concerns regarding the lack of transparency and fairness in the tendering process have surfaced. Despite efforts to modernize procurement with the implementation of the electronic Government Procurement (eGP) system, challenges remain in ensuring open and accountable bidding practices. The issues …
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