THE NATION

How one farmer is saving Bhutan’s indigenous chickens

In the quiet hills of Thakhorling village, Tsirang, a humble farmer is leading a remarkable movement, one that may shape the future of Bhutan’s rural poultry farming. Mon Bahadhur Sunwar is not a scientist or a policy maker, yet his work has caught the attention of national institutions. Tending to …

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New wave of talent joins Bhutan’s BEAST Program at BOC Academy

Bhutan’s drive to build a strong pool of international-level athletes gained fresh momentum as 10 new sports talents officially became part of the Bhutan Elite Athlete Support and Training (BEAST) Program. The contract signing ceremony, held at the BOC Nation Coaching Academy, marked an important milestone, raising the number of …

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Enduring Friendship Mountain Bike Challenge over the years

The Enduring Friendship Mountain Bike Challenge organized by Project DANTAK in collaboration with the Bhutan Olympic Committee has grown into one of the most anticipated sporting events in Bhutan, showcasing not only athletic endurance but also the profound diplomatic and cultural friendship between Bhutan and India. Launched in 2011, the …

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Final decision on Cambridge Curriculum expected by July

Plans to reduce the weight and number of textbooks The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is set to make a final decision on whether to adopt the Cambridge curriculum by July this year. This potential shift is part of the country’s broader education reform, aimed at aligning Bhutan’s …

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RBP warns of evolving counterfeit currency threats

On 27th April 2025, Jaigaon Police arrested an Indian national, a resident of Kumargram, Alipurduar, West Bengal, for possession of counterfeit Bhutanese currency totaling Nu 127,500. The counterfeit currency consisted of 255 notes in the denomination of Nu 500. The suspect claims that he is a driver who came to …

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