DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

Regarding the suicide of the 13-year-old boy on 5th August, police officials have reported that the deceased’s sister discovered a suicide note, which according to the police was not shared during the incident because the sister had forgotten to mention it. According to the police, the boy’s suicide note does …

In a bid to improve parking management and generate revenue, the Thimphu Thromde is set to introduce parking fees at the Changlimithang parking space. The Changlimithang parking space is a huge space starting from Thimphu Dzongkhag Office till the end of Coronation Park in the south. Thimphu Thromde has discussed …

Widespread use of violent discipline among children in Bhutan A recent report from the National Health Survey has brought to light, the alarming statistics on child discipline practices in Bhutan. According to the survey, 82.2 percent of children aged 1 to 14 years reported experiencing some form of violent discipline, …

The recent Health Survey Report 2024 provides detailed insights into contraceptive use, family planning preferences, and demographic trends that are shaping the country’s population growth. The survey reveals that a substantial of about 74.2 percent of women currently married or in a union are utilizing some form of contraception. Among …

For the inaugural batch of 2024, the training will be divided into two cohorts. The first cohort will begin on 5 September 2024 with 2,108 Gyalsars and conclude on 3 December 2024. The second cohort will start on 16 December 2024 with 1,570 Gyalsars and finish on 15 March 2025. …

Director of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, Karma Penjor Dorji has provided an update on major hydroelectric projects and their financing during the monthly Meet-the-Press. The Ministry is currently negotiating a hydro budget totaling 527 billion ngultrum, with discussions centered on securing 50 percent of it as loans. …

Some Local Government (LG) leaders have voiced their dissatisfaction with the 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP) budget allocation, citing disparities in the distribution of funds across different dzongkhags. During recent discussions, it was highlighted that the allocation varied significantly, with some dzongkhags receiving more resources than others. One such concern was …

The Opposition Party convened a press conference to outline significant developments from the First Session of the Fourth Parliament. Led by the Leader of the Opposition, Dasho Pema Chewang, the conference aimed to provide insights into the party’s perspectives following the National Assembly session and to update the media on …

On 1 July, Bhutan’s first Robotics and IoT training institute (RITTI) was launched. In a country where dreams of becoming a doctor or an officer have long dominated young people’s aspirations, RITTI offers a chance for youth to dream of other exciting professions in the world of robotics. The youth …

In the National Budget report for the financial year 2024-2025, it outlines the plan to achieve high productivity and rice self-sufficiency under its Renewable Natural Resources (RNR) sector. However, an official from Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock clarified that while the nation aims to increase rice production, achieving full self-sufficiency …