The Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan (RMA) has commenced implementation of the Financial Sector Cybersecurity Strategy 2026 – 2028, establishing a coordinated, risk-based framework for managing cyber risks across the financial sector from August 27. In collaboration with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the RMA conducted capacity building, sector-wide preparedness, and …
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Thimphu’s meat market is showing strong signs of real price competition. This shift comes nine months after regulators dismantled a long-running price-fixing cartel. A new investigation by the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) examined 15 different meat products. Officials surveyed 65 meat shops across Thimphu Town. CCAA wanted to …
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The National Medical Services, in collaboration with the Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital has launched Bhutan’s first Peritoneal Dialysis Service at JDWNRH, marking a major milestone in the country’s renal care programme and expanding treatment options for people living with kidney failure. Peritoneal dialysis allows eligible patients, following appropriate …
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In order to take an informed decision on the 50% data cut, BICMA was tasked to carry out the mobile costing model exercise by the government. The main of the study is to study the real cost and economics of mobile data charges in Bhutan and see if the claims …
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The Third Child Plus Programme (TCPP) applies to eligible Bhutanese families, whether they reside in Bhutan or overseas. Bhutan is experiencing a declining fertility rate, and the TCPP is part of the Government’s broader effort to support families and promote sustainable population growth. The programme reflects the Government’s commitment to …
Read More »Bhutanese archers Sonam Penjor and Lam Dorji returned from the World Archery Asia (WAA) President Challenge Cup and Joint Training Program in Bangladesh without medals, but their performances highlighted the country’s steady progress against some of Asia’s strongest archers. Facing experienced competitors from across the region, the pair gained crucial …
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Bhutan is preparing to make musical history as the nation identifies its first-ever representative for the international stage. The Bhutan Broadcasting Service Corporation (BBS) will broadcast the Grand Finale of the National Selection Show live on 11th August 2026. This event marks the culmination of a nationwide search to find …
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The government has earmarked approximately Nu 7.1 billion (bn) for the development, improvement, and maintenance of the national road network during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. A central pillar of this fiscal strategy is the modernization of Primary National Highways (PNH). The single most significant project is the Nu 400 million …
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Recent data from the PEMA Secretariat and Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital (JDWNRH) show increasing demand for support. The PEMA Helpline received more than 2,065 calls, while 869 people accessed counselling services, with mental health challenges, marital issues and gender-based violence being among the most common concerns. The Ministry …
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Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) crime statistics for the first half of 2026 reveal a significant shift in the country’s drug-related offences, with total cases dropping by 13 percent compared to the same period in 2025. According to the latest half-yearly report, drug-related offences fell from 819 cases in 2025 to 713 cases in 2026. The decline was mainly driven by fewer cases of substance abuse, which dropped from 650 to 584, while illicit trafficking of narcotic …
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