THE NATION

Residents of Shingkhar Gewog in Upper Kheng, under Zhemgang District, find themselves in a relentless battle against tiger attacks, with Wamling, Thrisa, and Shingkhar Chiwogs bearing the brunt of the menace. For nearly two years, the villages have been grappling with frequent tiger incursions, resulting in substantial losses of livestock. …

EV project was aimed at promoting sustainable transport. However, EV owners are not dissatisfied as they share several issues. Yeshey Tshering, coordinator of MG5 EV taxi drivers, highlighted the need for addressing the issues faced by existing EV owners to align with the government’s plans to expand the usage of …

In a major change and development in the tourism sector the government has decided that the first 15,000 Bangladeshi tourists every year will only have to pay USD 15 per day as SDF compared to USD 100 per day now. This is equivalent to what the Indian tourists are currently …

During the Meet-the-Press session, The Bhutanese questioned the Minister of MoICE about how the ministry plans to stop or regulate exploitative practices in reality shows. In response, Lyonpo Namgay Dorji stated that according to Section 7 (140) of the ICM Act 2018, BICMA is responsible for regulating internet connections and …

Financial Institutions Association of Bhutan (FIAB) has announced an extension of the deferment facility for borrowers, offering much-needed relief amidst ongoing challenges in all the Financial Institutions (FIs). The deferment period is extending up to one year. The borrowers who have previously availed themselves of the deferment option are eligible …

During the Meet-the-Press session, the Education Minister mentioned that despite encountering some concerns and varied reactions from parents, the ministry’s primary focus lies in the personalized attention students could receive at such schools. Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay also added on to what Lyonpo Yeezang De Thapa stated, as PM …

JDWNRH is undergoing transformative changes, particularly in its critical care services. The National Medical Service (NMS) said that the new surgical ICU at JDWNRH will be equipped with high-end medical equipment through the donation of Nu 10 million from Her Majesty The Royal Grandmother Gyalyum Kesang Choeden Wangchuck. NMS states, …

The forensic medical examination team have asserted a few findings in the murder case of a 24-year-old woman in lower Mothithang. The Royal Bhutan Police (RBP) sent the suspect for further medical examination on the assertion of the suspect and his parents that he was mentally unsound. The Psychiatrist testing …

There are approximately 67 tonnes of pork contaminated by the African Swine Fever (ASF) virus stored in three cold storages in Phuentsholing. Usually any contaminated pork is carefully disposed away by the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA), but the pork importers requested BFDA consider alternatives to the disposal. According …

Golden Mahseer (Tor putitora), is popularly known as ‘the tiger of the river’ for being a top predator in the freshwater ecosystem with a reputation as the world’s hardest fighting sport fish. Today, the majestic species is facing extinction threats amid rising illegal fishing activities and habitat destruction. There is …