THE NATION

Project TH (Thimphu Hingsang-Sa), which began on 15th January and was formerly known as Nazhoen for His Majesty until changing its name to Nazhoen Volunteers Association, had a good first week. Volunteers filled 19 sacks with plastic bottles, wrappers, cigarette butts and other material while cleaning busy areas from Clock …

Starting this academic year, Bhutan’s national education curriculum will be aligned with the Cambridge Curriculum to integrate international standards into the country’s schooling system. Following joint research and collaboration between the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) and Cambridge International, it was concluded that Bhutan’s current curriculum needs updating …

Bhutan has crossed the 200,000 tourist mark in 2025, according to the latest figures with 209,376 tourists. This is an increase of around 60,000 tourists compared to 145,065 visitors recorded in 2024. However, hoteliers say the rise in tourist numbers has not translated into improved business for the hotel industry. …

The Ugyen Norlha Chorten in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), formerly known as the Tabab Chorten, is nearing completion and is expected to be inaugurated on the Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King. The Lam Neten of Gelephu said that the chorten holds high religious significance, highlighting that the sculptures …

The concreting of the right bank of the Punatsangchhu Hydropower Project I dam is expected to start in March this year. Construction of the Punatsangchhu-I Hydroelectric Project started in 2008 and was planned to be completed by 2016, with an estimated cost of over Nu 35 billion. However, geological problems …

A 27-year-old, Phuntsho Dema from Mongar Chali, who only discovered yoga after finishing Class XII and began teaching it in 2019, has become Bhutan’s newest source of pride. This heartfelt fitness champion, founder of GaZum FITNESS, clinched a surprise gold at the  Universal Yoga Sports Federation  (UYSF) World Yoga Cup …

Bhutan’s Food and Drug Authority (BFDA) has warned the public, importers, distributors, pharmacies, and retail outlets against the use, sale, and distribution of the herbal product Hong Thai Herbal Inhaler Formula 2 after concerns emerged over microbial contamination that could pose potential health risks. The BFDA advised all businesses involved …

The chain-link fencing program, which began only a few years ago, has now reached an estimated 40 to 50 gewogs and around 60 to 100 chiwogs across the country, making almost 4,500 to 7,000 households feel safer, and improving rural livelihoods and food production. So far, the project has protected …

When dawn clocks in at Thimphu, people from all walks of life awake to prepare for the day in the bustling city.  The cool weather complimented by the lush greenery in the city freshens up the air, leading to people kickstarting their day with a refreshing feeling. As a carbon-negative …

From borrowed boards to certified coach, Singye Rinchen’s journey reflects resilience, passion, and the growing dream to shape Bhutan’s skateboarding culture At 19, Singye Rinchen’s life has already taken more falls and recoveries than most people see in a lifetime. Each scar on his hand tells a story, not of …