THE NATION

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 …

Mongar is known for its significant maize cultivation, but in recent years, the district is experiencing a notable decrease in maize harvest due to monkeys and other wildlife damaging the crop. Human-wildlife conflict is a major issue for the farmers, despite the government providing them with electric fencing to keep …

The announcement by drug company Astra Zeneca that it is withdrawing its COVID-19 vaccine internationally has caused some flutter in Bhutan given that this was the same vaccine that was given as the first dose in Bhutan. The particular reason for worry is after the company admitted in 100-million-pound lawsuit …

Participants consisting from the 18 dzongkhags arrived in Thimphu to attend a three-day long 21st General Annual Meeting of the  Construction Association of Bhutan (CAB). The event was graced by the Minister of Infrastructure and Transport (MoIT), Chandra Bahadhur Gurung.  Lyonpo said he submitted a paper to the Cabinet based …