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The construction of the once highly acclaimed and anticipated ‘ultramodern hospital’ in Wangduephodrang finally reached completion and is ready to be handed over to the government by the management of Punatshangchhu hydro project. The official handing-taking over ceremony of the hospital is expected to be take place early next year. …

The National Statistical Bureau (NSB), with technical and financial support from the World Bank will carry out the first ever nationwide economic census for all business units in Bhutan from December 2018 to January 2019. Business units like the State Owned Enterprises, sole proprietors, partnership, private and public companies, FDIs …

United Nations (UN) Bhutan organized a two-day UN Media Workshop in Paro where media house representatives were familiarized with the role of the UN, especially of its 8 agencies; FAO, UNDP, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNODC, UNWomen, WFP and WHO, in Bhutan.There was also a session on the role of media in …

  “Let’s Walk Together for 30 Minutes Everyday” is the theme for couples’ walk in Chukha. The event, a first of its kind, will begin on 24 November 2018. There is no registration fee, and as of yesterday, 40 couples have registered for the walk. The 20-km walk starts from …

The new Minister for Information and Communications (MoIC), Lyonpo Karma Donnen Wangdi, is ready to take up the post. He will join the office on Monday. Lyonpo Karma Donnen Wangdi said, “I am looking forward to really giving 100 percent in making a difference in the socio-economic development of our …

Lyonpo Dorji Tshering, 39, is the new Works and Human Settlement (MoHWS) Minister. He is from Radhi-Sakteng, Trashigang. He holds a Masters in Civil Engineering from Australia. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from India. Focused on the pledge of narrowing the gap, Lyonpo Dorji Tshering said he …

  It may be sooner than later that commuters along the Thimphu-Phuentsholing highway can make their journey pleasant by visiting recreational park and roadside amenities along highway. This is one of the plans under the tourism flagship program aimed at enhancing economic growth through sustainable tourism development. The main objective …

In order to address the issue of digital divide and access information within the country, Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa (DNT) has pledged that it will allow everyone to communicate freely within the country and also allow everyone to access online services and local content for free. With the intention to close …

The Ministry of Labour and Human Resources (MoLHR) had earlier issued a notification that categorized six occupations under Closed Occupations for expatriate workers- whereby no work permits shall be issued or renewed with effect from November this year. The six identified occupations listed are carpenter, architect, primary or secondary education …

Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) won three seats in Trashigang during the General Round of National Assembly Election 2018. DPT won in Bartsham Shongphu, Kanglung-Samkhar-Udzorong and Wamrong. DPT could not hold on to all five seats as the party did during the primary round. The party lost two seats to Druk …