THE NATION

Bhutan’s National Digital Identity (NDI) system is designed on the principles of self-sovereign identity (SSI), which provides an absolute control over personal information, in the hands of the users, thus setting a new benchmark for digital privacy and security worldwide. “In the Bhutan NDI ecosystem, where the user is at …

The Norbugang region in Samtse, Bhutan is set to become an industrial hub with the completion of six ferrosilicon plants by 2025. Initially, plans included seven plants in Jigmeling Industrial Park, Sarpang, but it has now been revised to six, with five located in Norbugang, Samtse, and one in Motanga …

Bhutan’s stringent food safety measures ensure the safety and integrity of meat and meat products to other food items. The Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA) plays a pivotal role in monitoring, regulating, and educating the public about food safety. Meat retailing shops in Bhutan are subject to daily inspections. …

The Prime Minister presented the State of The Nation (SOTN) Report during the Tenth Session of the Third Parliament of Bhutan on friday. The SOTN Report unveiled the 13th Five-Year Plan, outlining a comprehensive set of strategies aimed at achieving “sustainable, safe, inclusive, resilient, and livable human settlements” and “safe, …

Cottage and Small Industries (CSI) is working on expanding its reach in the international market, driven by the strategic approach to promote Bhutanese products globally. According to a CSI official, “The new CSI market in Dhaka, Bangladesh have been confirmed, however, we’re still working on the other two countries, Singapore …

In a historic move towards enhancing digital services and ensuring inclusivity, Bhutan NDI (National Digital Identity) launched its highly anticipated app today. The grand event was graced by Lyonchhen Dr Lotay Tshering, Bhutan’s Prime Minister, and attended by esteemed members of parliament.  Lyonchhen expressed his excitement for the launch and …

On the second day of Tenth Session of the National Assembly, the finance minister Namgay Tshering said that, the current state of economics is not just due to the policy changes or the current government. In contrast to many countries that gauge their foreign reserves based on net imports and …

Deceptive practices are rampant these days with an alarming increase in scams related to house rentals, furniture, vehicles, clothing, and other commodities. What is also worrisome is that it is mainly the youth involved in these fraudulent activities, particularly through the virtual wallet mobile application known as goBoB. According to …

There are many civil servants voicing their concerns over the Bell Curve methodology under Managing for Excellence (MaX) System which has been employed by the Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) since 2016 to evaluate performance ratings. The critics says this system demoralizes employees, discourages collaboration and creativity, and promotes subjective …

In a resolute response to unethical business practices, the Consumer Complaints & Appeals Authority (CCAA) in Thimphu took stringent measures to protect consumers’ rights in August 2023. The authority received 15 complaints, signaling a firm stance against dishonest businesses. Out of the 15 complaints received, 80 percent were individual grievances, …