During the 5th Meet-the-Press, the Prime Minister revealed that in addition to the feasibility study for the 5 Airstrips, additional feasibility studies for Pumchula and Bartsam were carried out. Lyonchhen also shared that study for an additional helicopter service with a passenger carrying capacity of about 12 is also ongoing. …
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During the fourth sitting of the first parliament session, the Shompangkha constituency MP, Dr. Tek Bhadur Rai, expressed significant concerns regarding the increasing number of health workers retiring and others taking Extraordinary Leave (EOL). He emphasized that these are impacting the quality of healthcare services. “There is a plan to …
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The suspension of commercial activities at the Taktshang base camp was implemented as part of the national heritage site management plan, which places the area within a buffer zone where such activities are strictly prohibited. The Department of Culture and Dzongkha Development suspended the commercial activities at the base camp …
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Addressing the issue of crop and livestock depredation by wildlife, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) Minister Younten Phuntsho highlighted the substantial impact on agricultural productivity. With nearly 8,275 metric tons of crops, valued at Nu 365 million, and livestock worth around Nu 12 million lost annually to wildlife, …
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During the National Assembly’s Question Hour, Member of Parliament of Bumdeling-Jamkhar Constituency, Wangdi, queried the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR) about the timeline and logistical plans for the Kholongchhu Hydroelectric Project, following the Prime Minister’s announcement of its impending commencement. He specifically requested clarity on the project’s start …
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A Bill has proposed significant amendments to the National Assembly Act of 2008, introducing new measures to enhance legislative, representative, and oversight functions. The National Assembly Act 2008 (Amendment) Bill 2024 aims to address evolving political and administrative needs, strengthen parliamentary processes, and ensure greater accountability of government officials. The …
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2024-25 Budget total size is Nu 97.654 billion which comprises of total expenditire of Nu 89.154 bn which in turn is made up of Nu 50.809 bn current expenditure (salaries, maintenance), 38.344 bn capital expenditure (roads, schools etc). The total budget also includes Nu 6.182 bn loan repayment and Nu …
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In the 13th FYP, the government aims to establish a social protection system that systematically addresses pressing social protection and welfare issues. In absence of a comprehensive system administered by a single entity, this initiative is expected to maintain and foster Bhutan’s unique culture of self-reliance while ensuring that the …
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Ingesting small quantities of aflatoxins over the long term can cause liver cancer and, in some cases, lung cancer. Aflatoxins are potent carcinogens, meaning they are agents that cause cancer. Recently, the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA) and the Ministry of Health issued a notification stating that during their …
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On 3rd March 2023 Gyem Gyeltshen from Lunana lost his wife and daughter to a helicopter crash and despite an insurance policy of USD 200,000 each being there for each death, the international reinsurance companies have only offered USD 10,000 each. They cited local laws like the Road Transport Safety …
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