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South Thimphu Police Station (STPS) apprehended four individuals in connection with the theft of construction materials worth Nu 150,000 on 7 October2024. The incident occurred on 30 September, when a private construction owner reported the disappearance of 17 rolls of copper electric wires from his construction site. CCTV footage in …
Read More »Home Ministry emphasizes need for collaborative effort in preserving chortens and lhakhangs
Lyonpo Tshering, Minister of Home Affairs, during the 8th Meet-the-Press Session emphasized the critical need for collective action in the preservation of chortens and lhakhangs, He stated that these sacred sites are a shared heritage, and safeguarding them is a responsibility that must be shouldered by all. He highlighted that …
Read More »“It’s too early for traffic lights”: Home Minister
During the 8th Meet-the-Press Session, Lyonpo Tshering, Minister of Home Affairs emphasized that the installation of traffic lights in Bhutan is premature. He said that while traffic lights are not in the immediate plans, ensuring safety for both vehicles and pedestrians remains a top priority. He said, “We are planning …
Read More »MP charged with child molestation by Office of Attorney General
The Office of Attorney General (OAG) has formally charged a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Bhutan Tendrel Party with child molestation, following an investigation by the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP). The charges stem from an incident that allegedly took place two years ago when the MP, then a Gewog …
Read More »How AI can transform Bhutan’s healthcare
The recent Bhutan Innovation Forum on artificial intelligence in biomedical science discussed the unique opportunities for Bhutan to leverage these technologies in revolutionizing healthcare. Hosted by distinguished speakers, including Professor Fahmeed Hyder from Yale University, Professor Frederike Petzschner from Brown University, and Professor Marina Garassino from the University of Chicago, …
Read More »Investing in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) amd
In a discussion at Bhutan Innovation Forum, four key speakers explored the future of investment in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). The conversation focused on the types of capital needed to build infrastructure and support businesses in the GMC. Cyrus Hiramanek, Managing Director at M. Klein & Company, highlighted that investors …
Read More »Lyonchhen attends 79th UN General Assembly, engages with global leaders
Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay arrived in New York on 20 September to participate in the high-level week of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Leading the Royal Government of Bhutan (RGoB) delegation, which included the Foreign Minister, Cabinet Secretary, Finance Secretary, and senior officials, the Prime …
Read More »Bhutan picking wins at 45th Chess Olympiad
In the ongoing 45th Chess Olympiad held in Budapest, Hungary, the Bhutanese women’s team and Bhutanese men’s team are doing well so far. The women’s team secured 2 wins and men’s team drew after the 7th round. On 19 September 2024, the women’s team had 3v1 win against Saint Kitts …
Read More »NCHM begins pilot project to adapt to flood risks at Thorthormi Lake
The National Center for Hydrology and Meteorology (NCHM) is set to begin a pilot project to lower water levels at Thorthormi Lake, the country’s most dangerous glacial lake, using a siphon method. The decision to test this approach was made due to its simplicity and cost-effectiveness. The siphon method is …
Read More »Schools in Thimphu assess student well-being in survey
To address the growing concerns surrounding student mental health and the alarming rise in youth suicides, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), in collaboration with the Thimphu Thromde, launched a Situational Analysis Survey across schools in Thimphu conducted from 26 to 31 August 2024. The initiative aims to …
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