The YT Nursing Academy in Chhumey, Bumthang, has opened as Bhutan’s fourth private nursing institute, offering new opportunities for students from the central and eastern regions. The institute will commence operations with an initial intake of 50 students this year, offering a three-year diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) …
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The Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Limited (RICBL) has launched two new social security policies that aim to bring greater security and peace of mind to Bhutanese families. The Deferred Annuity Scheme and the Kuenphen Tshe-sog Ngenchoel Policy are not just financial products, but commitments to safeguard citizens’ futures and …
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The troubled 1200 MW Punatsangchu I (P I) project will finally see the light of day as the all-important Technical Coordination Committee (TCC) which is comprised of senior technical experts from both countries agreed to the right bank stabilization recommendations of the Joint Technical Team of both countries. The TCC …
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With the commencement of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) scheduled for 1st January 2026 the Ministry of Finance (MoF) is undertaking a comprehensive and multi-pronged approach to ensure a smooth and effective rollout.The soft launch on 11th November 2025 will pave the way for the full rollout of GST. …
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Bhutanese farmers are poised to gain stronger institutional and financial support as the government prioritizes cooperatives under the 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP). The move is expected to not only enhance rural incomes, but also give farmers better tools to manage their groups and access bigger markets. Across the country, more …
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Bhutan has marked a historic sporting achievement after a Bhutanese athlete, Chencho, secured a bronze medal at the 57th Asian Bodybuilding & Physique Sport Championship 2025 held in Thailand. Chencho earned third place in the Men’s Athletic Physique Over 182cm category, making him the first Bhutanese athlete to reach the …
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Dhar-cho Ling is a newly established association in Bhutan that aims to reduce environmental damage and contribute to the country’s carbon negative status through reforms in the use of prayer flags. The association also plans to revive traditional methods of prayer flag production, create a dedicated park for prayer flag …
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The Ministry of Health (MoH) has initiated the Health Sector Transformation 2.0 with a renewed emphasis on strengthening governance and institutional restructuring. The move comes in response to challenges that emerged following the establishment of the National Medical Services (NMS) on9th January 2023 which was created to centralise and manage …
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Bhutan is preparing to transform its education system to meet growing domestic demand and attract students from abroad, according to the Industrial Development Roadmap 2025 from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE). The roadmap sets ambitious goals to expand college capacity, encourage private and international institutions, and develop …
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In the windswept, snow-laden heights of Lunana, life is a constant test of endurance. The staff at the Flood Warning Station (FWS) live and work here 365 days a year, facing extreme cold, fierce winds, and short, volatile growing seasons made even harsher by climate change. Supply routes are unpredictable, …
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