The meat retail sector is entering a new era of competition, promising better choices, fairer prices, and improved customer service, and giving retailers greater flexibility to grow their businesses. For years, the Bhutan Meat Vendor’s Association (BMVA) maintained uniform pricing across its members. While this approach was intended to ensure …
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Last year, the group supplied its largest consignment yet, 1,000 kg of dried turmeric marking steady growth in production In the quiet village of Tama, perched on the rugged hills of Zhemgang, eight farmers (seven women and one man) are rewriting their community’s story with the golden root of turmeric. …
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The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is preparing a national teacher training program as Bhutan transitions toward the Cambridge Curriculum, an internationally benchmarked framework designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. MoESD stressed that the reform does not replace Bhutan’s national curriculum but integrates international best practices …
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Government reinforces zero-tolerance on misuse of TikTok and online gambling The government has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on the misuse of TikTok and the rising trend of online gambling, warning that repeated offenders will now face prosecution. Responding to questions during the Meet-the-Press session on 29th August 2025 the Minister …
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Villagers, foresters and gewog officials forced to stay as night guard in nearby jungles People of Trong gewog under Zhemgang are in disbelief since the frequent visit of the elephants in their fields and even at their residences. The once-a-year visit by the elephants has now turned into a monthly …
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Ten years ago, the thought of a Bhutanese biscuit competing with international products seemed far-fetched. Yet today, packets of KinTen Biscuits are found in all 20 dzongkhags, telling not only the story of taste and quality, but also the story of one man’s unshakable determination. That man is Kinley Tenzin, …
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The Industrial Development Roadmap 2025 identifies Data Center Services as one of ten priority sectors for industrial transformation. For the data center industry, in particular, the roadmap outlines a series of strategic interventions. It proposes the development of world-class facilities that meet international certification standards and the establishment of specialized …
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On August 18, Tenzing Tshomo, a tour operator, was traveling back to Paro from Kathmandu carrying USD 1,200 in her purse inside her bag. During her check-in at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, as her luggage went through the X-ray machine, she said she overheard the officials operating it whisper excitedly …
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The country recorded a rise in tourist arrivals in July 2025 compared to the same month last year. A total of 4,851 tourists visited in July 2025, up from 2,627 in July 2024, marking an increase of 2,224 visitors or about 85 percent. From January to July 2025, the country …
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Paro FC delivered a memorable performance at the Changlimithang Stadium, defeating Afghanistan’s Abu Muslim Farah FC in the 2025/26 AFC Challenge League Preliminary Stage. The victory not only secured their place in the next round but also ignited celebrations among Bhutanese football fans. Despite heavy rain, Paro FC supporters and …
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