THE NATION

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 …

In what is seen as groundbreaking development and challenging traditional gender roles, 6 women have taken up driving Bolero vehicles to financially support their families in Thridangbi, Mongar. These women, who are all relatives from the same village, have shown remarkable resilience and determination in pursuing this unconventional path. Among …

As of 3rd May afternoon the Department of Revenue and Customs (DRC) has collected a total of Nu 469 million (mn) in property taxes. Of the 199,800 people who are eligible to pay property taxes a total of 161,275 have paid which leaves 38,525 who are yet to pay. The …

In a press release issued on 30th April the Opposition Party while acknowledging the progress made by the new Lhengye Zhungtshog in fulfilling of pledges such as the waiver of pedestrian fees at the Phuentsholing Pedestrian Terminal, establishment of the Economic Development Board (EDB) with the Prime Minister as Chairperson, …