DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

According to the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) statistics this year, a total of 56 individuals (41 male and 15 female) have died by suicide. Division XI Thimphu has recorded the highest number of suicide cases with 9 individuals (7 male and 2 female). The age category ranged from 60 years …

In Bhutan, the LGBTQ community continues to face significant challenges, primarily stemming from the lack of acceptance in society, particularly within family units. Despite some sections of society having access to modern media and gaining knowledge about the LGBTQ community, a large percentage of the population remains unaware of their …

In a remarkable journey toward modernization while cherishing the cultural heritage, Bhutan has emerged as a beacon of sustainable innovation and technological integration. Steered by the principles of Gross National Happiness (GNH), Bhutan is deftly navigating the digital landscape, aligning technological strides with a profound reverence for tradition and ecological …

In order to curb crime-related issues, the Crime and Operation Division, RBP has started sensitizing the school students on crime related issues, especially on substance use. In Thimphu, the RBP has visited 5 schools, namely Khuzhuchen Middle Secondary School, Khasadrapchu MSS, Desi HSS and Yangchen Gatshel HSS in this week. …

The Druk Phuensum Tshogpa (DPT) confirmed that the Opposition Leader and current party President Dorji Wangdi will lead the party in the 2023 polls. The Bartsham Shongphu MP Passang Dorji said, “When we elected the OL we elected him on the condition that if we get a new Presidential candidate …

As Bhutan loses its young professionals and fresh graduates to countries like Australia and Canada, the working population of the country is declining. Working population essentially means the total population in an area that is considered able and likely to work, based on the number of people in pre-determined age …

As the general elections for the National Assembly nears, it is necessary to look into female candidates and female representation in politics. During the National Council elections, in the initial round, out of 124 participants, there were only 9 female candidates with only 1 winning the NC election. This time, …

A growing number of motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians has raised concerns about pedestrian safety. In the current year, there have been a total of 27 motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians, with 13 occurring in Thimphu and 14 in other dzongkhags. Similarly, 36 motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians was recorded …

As Civil servants get their pay hikes there will be an increase in consumer spending. A nurse, shares that he feels happy with the pay hike, as nurses will finally get a salary that will equal the duty they are bound with. “I will be saving my money a bit …

In the aftermath of the first reported case of rabies earlier this year, health authorities have been grappling with a concerning development as they confirm the emergence of a second rabies outbreak in Phuentsholing. The discovery has put health officials on high alert, prompting swift and decisive action to prevent …