DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

Business owners who rely on the Bhutan Post Office for imports are raising concerns about delayed shipments that have yet to arrive more than a month after ordering. They report that the delays are disrupting their operations and sales potential. In response, the Bhutan Post Office explained that they have …

The Opposition Party stated it will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the government’s performance after its first year in office which is on 25th January 2025. Opposition Leader (OL) Pema Chewang shared that people are not happy with the silence of the Opposition Party. OL said the Opposition has been …

India reports 8 cases while Bhutan stays unaffected On 4th January, China reported an increase in cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), triggering fears among the public that another pandemic, similar to COVID-19, might be starting. The Ministry of Health of China confirmed the rise in cases, though no specific data …

Thimphu residents awoke to a thick blanket of smoke as two devastating forest fires engulfed parts of Kawang and Naro Gewogs, burning over 656 acres of forest and leaving eight homes destroyed in Naro. Authorities suspect human activity in one fire, while the other was caused by a fallen tree …

Invisible disabilities, such as deafness, often remain overlooked in society. Unlike physical disabilities that draw immediate attention and support, the struggles of those with hearing impairments are frequently unseen, leading to systemic neglect and societal misconceptions. In country, where awareness about disabilities is still growing, the story of Tshering Wangzom …

Ani Pema Deki, (Emma Slade, 58), is embarking on a remarkable journey that reflects a deep transformation in her life. Known for her calm and inspiring presence, Ani Pema Deki’s trek along the Trans-Bhutan Trail is not just a physical challenge, but a testament to the deep personal evolution she …

At the 11th Meet-the-Press, Education Minister, Yeezang De Thapa, provided updates on the Ministry of Education and Skills Development’s (MoESD) collaboration with Cambridge International, which aims to refine Bhutan’s education curriculum and align it with international standards. Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa informed that it is set to move into the …

Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay has urged Bhutanese families not to shy away from having their first and second children, despite the government’s newly announced Nu 10,000 cash incentive exclusively for families with a third child. Speaking at the 117th National Day celebrations, His Majesty The King highlighted the importance …

Education Minister, Yeezang De Thapa, addressed questions on the government’s pledge to open new community and Chiwog schools amidst the challenges of declining student enrollment and the ongoing school rationalization program under the 13th Five-Year-Plan. Currently, public schools across 20 dzongkhags and 4 thromdes accommodate 148,472 students out of a …

The fees charge for repeat modules and repeat assessments (RM and RA) at colleges under the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) has raised concerns among students.  Many students, especially those already facing financial constraints, are expressing frustration over what they perceive as an unfair and burdensome change.  One of the …