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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For years, the traditional practice of hoisting Lungtas (prayer flags), meant to carry blessings on the wind, has left a hidden trail of ecological debris in the Laya highlands. But one local homestay owner, Karma Tenzin, is turning the tide by clearing away the suffocating synthetic strings that threaten the …
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With counterfeit Nu.500 and Nu.1,000 notes detected in recent years, RMA highlights security features of current and new generation banknotes designed to strengthen protection against counterfeiting While counterfeit Bhutanese currency cases remain limited, counterfeit Nu.500 and Nu.1,000 notes have been detected in circulation, prompting renewed awareness on how the public …
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In Bhutan, about 85.7 per cent of children are exposed to drought, largely linked to changing rainfall patterns. Overall, 89.6 per cent of children are exposed to at least one climate hazard, while 19.6 per cent are exposed to two hazards, according to the Children’s Climate Risk Report 2026 released …
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Concerns are growing over the potential impact of a “Super El Niño” on Bhutan’s energy production. This weather phenomenon typically brings drier conditions and reduced rainfall across the region. Many fear that lower water levels could hinder the country’s hydropower output. However, the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR) …
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