DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

His Majesty The King visited the Gyalsung Academies in Khotokha, Wangduephodrang and Jamtsholing, Samtse on 18 November and granted Audience to the Gyalsups of the inaugural batch of Gyalsung, Bhutan’s National Service. Earlier on 16 November His Majesty The King visited Gyalsung Academies in Gyalpozhing, Mongar and Pemathang, Samdrup Jongkhar …

A report by the Ministry of Health (MoH) has outlined significant actions to address the critical challenges facing the healthcare system, including overcrowding at Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) and the urgent need for enhanced diagnostic capacity. The comprehensive report, responding to resolutions adopted by the National Assembly, …

With a growing number of individuals opting to buy from online businesses, which operate without the heavy burden of taxes or rent typically faced by shopkeepers, the traditional market is at risk. These home-based businesses operate from TikTok, a social media platform that has been rapidly gaining popularity in Bhutan. …

The Royal Securities Exchange of Bhutan (RSEB) has highlighted a growing issue in the country’s stock market, unclaimed dividends. Two of the largest companies listed on the exchange, the Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Limited (RICBL) and Druk Punjab National Bank (DPNB) has large amount of unclaimed dividends. The main …

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Bhutan’s economy, contributing 14.96% to the GDP and employing 44.08% of the workforce, according to the National Accounts Statistics 2024 and Labour Force Survey. In recent years, the government has intensified its investments in the sector, targeting essentials like irrigation infrastructure, seeds, fertilizers, and equipment. …

Eminent member Phuntsho Rapten presented the government’s responses to the resolution of the 33rd session of the National Council’s Review Report on the issues of Satong (vacant land) and Gungtong (abandoned houses). The first resolution pointed out the imbalanced socio-economic development evident in disparities in poverty and migration patterns across …

Pema, 36, from Wangdue was one of the students who went on the Japan Learn and Earn program (LEP) through Bhutan Employment Overseas (BEO) after taking a Nu 600,000 loan from RICBL. Of the around 700 students sent to Japan, around 73 were first sent at Nu 600,000 with the …

Over the past decade, significant strides have been made in addressing the nutrition challenges faced by the people, especially children in Bhutan. As per the recent findings from the National Health Survey (NHS) 2023, despite notable improvements in certain areas, malnutrition remains a pressing concern, particularly among vulnerable groups. According …

85-year-old grandfather, Choning Dorji, is among the survivors of the devastating Dechencholing flash flood that struck on 10 August  2024. The flood affected 23 huts in the area, forcing families to evacuate and find alternative shelters. While many families managed to recover their belongings, however, Choning’s hut attached to a …

Loden Foundation in collaboration with Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) recently organized a special event called Druk Tshongrig Gatoen (DTG) to promote entrepreneurship in Bhutan. The festival celebrates the country’s evolving economy and offers a space for sharing ideas and showcasing new businesses. It also highlights the importance …