Nu 2.5 bn given by GoI for ESP to go back to GoI via fuel price support As of 21st May 2026, the government has spent Nu 1.531 billion (bn) in fuel price support of which Nu 1.469 bn has been spent for diesel and Nu 62 million (mn) for …
Read More »West Bengal is arguably the most important Indian state for Bhutan, as the majority of Bhutan’s trade and transportation passes through it, and any changes in the state tend to have a major impact on Bhutan. The recent state elections have led to a change in the state government with …
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6 individuals arrested The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) has arrested six individuals, including two suspected receivers of stolen property, in connection with a series of chorten vandalism cases reported across multiple dzongkhags between January and May this year. Police said the arrests are following months of investigation into offences involving …
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The National Assembly passed a resolution on reforming the Max System and the Bell Curve system based on the recommendations of the Good Governance Committee (GGC). The main one was to review and reform the Bell Curve moderation system or forced ranking, have an independent grievance redressal mechanisms (Administrative Tribunal) …
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His Majesty The King with the Prime Minister and delegates from the India-Bhutan Parliamentary Friendship Group of the Parliament of India, at the courtyard of the Gyalyong Tshokhang on 14 May 2026. His Majesty The King graced the Opening Ceremony of the Fifth Session of the Fourth Parliament of Bhutan.
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As of 6th May 2026, the total Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections amount to approximately Nu 3.36 billion (bn) with net GST revenue of approximately Nu 3.17 bn after refunds. The collections comprise of GST on imports, GST on domestic economic activities, and GST on government services. The vast …
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Articles by The Bhutanese on the possible overpricing of fuel to Bhutan by Indian Oil Marketing Companies became a point of discussion in the National Assembly during the question hour session as references were made to the articles done by the paper. The MP from Gangzur-Menji, Loday Tsheten (based on …
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A 67-year-old man from Canada, Stuart Loewen, passed away on 5th May in Bhutan while cycling along the Trans Bhutan Trail. Stuart reportedly tripped and fell from his bicycle before plunging over the edge of a cliff along the trail. He was travelling with his guide and two friends when …
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The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) has completed its investigation into a case involving a businessman who allegedly used approximately Nu 191 million (mn) after a data migration error during a system upgrade at the Bank of Bhutan mistakenly credited about Nu 1.5 billion to his account. The police have recommended two charges …
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Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced an event to mark the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the Bhutan Red Cross Society on 8 May 2026. The Bhutan Red Cross Society was established under the Bhutan Red Cross Society Act 2016 as an autonomous, not-for-profit voluntary organisation, auxiliary to the government …
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The Bhutanese Leading the way.