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18 September 2026Thimphu, Bhutan

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Social media donation drives not recognised under rules

12 hours agoBy Sonam Pem

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Planning to study in Australia? New visa restrictions proposed
14 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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EVs, digital payment and scholarship: Bhutan-India strengthen cooperation
14 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) invites applications for four (4) Cameramen.
15 hours agoBy ugyen lhendup

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New showroom, new opportunities for Khoma weavers

16 hours agoBy Sonam Pem

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Gelephu hospital set for major upgrade as GMC expands
16 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Three minutes that changed everything: Where a town once stood
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem
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As Bhutan phases out HCFCs, technicians call for safer servicing
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem

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Bhutan and India mark new milestones with three major project inaugurations

YesterdayBy Sonam Pem

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Paro Police arrest Drukair staff member over cannabis seizure

YesterdayBy sangye

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Two students turn a library problem into a digital solution

YesterdayBy Sonam Pem

Politics & Government

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EVs, digital payment and scholarship: Bhutan-India strengthen cooperation
14 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Bhutan and India mark new milestones with three major project inaugurations
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem
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Four initiatives launched to boost voter participation ahead of next LG elections
YesterdayBy sangye

Economy & Business

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Social media donation drives not recognised under rules
12 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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10% FD interest withholding to continue, refund process to be reviewed
4 days agoBy sangye
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Gelephu-Taraythang Highway moves closer to construction
4 days agoBy sangye

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Three minutes that changed everything: Where a town once stood
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem
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Women in politics: The barriers begin long before election day
2 days agoBy Sonam Pem
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UNFPA, RENEW call for stronger response to online gender-based violence
3 days agoBy Sonam Pem

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Gelephu hospital set for major upgrade as GMC expands
16 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Her Majesty Queen Mother Sangay Choden Wangchuck graces breast clinic’s first anniversary
3 days agoBy sangye
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Young and working-age adults among those most affected by suicide
10 Sept 2026, 20:16By sangye

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Planning to study in Australia? New visa restrictions proposed
14 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Two students turn a library problem into a digital solution
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem
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When roadblocks keep students from their opportunities
2 days agoBy Sonam Pem

Agriculture & Food

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New fence protects Shongphu farmland, but neighbouring farmers fear rising wildlife damage
3 days agoBy sangye
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Three months on, Lhuentse farmers still wait for potato buyers
6 days agoBy Sonam Pem
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Clean cooking pilot launched in Chhumey
8 Sept 2026, 17:02By editor

Environment & Climate

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Can Bhutan’s early warning systems keep up with climate risks?
YesterdayBy Sonam Pem
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Punakha conducts GLOF evacuation drill amid continued flood risk
4 days agoBy sangye
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Hydropower projects designed to withstand GLOF risks, says MoENR Minister
5 days agoBy sangye

Culture & Religion

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New showroom, new opportunities for Khoma weavers
16 hours agoBy Sonam Pem
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Gelephu old town set for a new chapter
6 days agoBy Sonam Pem
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GMC pushes for clean business, zero corruption
5 Sept 2026, 17:29By Sonam Pem

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Paro Police arrest Drukair staff member over cannabis seizure
YesterdayBy sangye
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Commuters seek safer, sheltered bus stops in Thimphu
3 Sept 2026, 17:37By sangye
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Confusion over 'No-Objection Letter' leaves Toyota buyers in limbo
22 Aug 2026, 20:18By Sonam Pem

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Paro FC women, RTC women's FC remain level at top of National Women’s Football League
8 Sept 2026, 16:49By sangye
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Boxing trio gear up for Asian Games
8 Sept 2026, 12:04By sangye
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Sri Lanka and India crowned champions at CAVA Beach Volleyball Tournament
6 Sept 2026, 18:50By Sonam Pem

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Tourism industry calls for clarity as USD 100 SDF sunset period nears
6 Sept 2026, 17:56By Sonam Pem
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Buddha Dordenma undergoes re-gilding
4 Sept 2026, 17:22By sangye
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Seven lakes in Tashithang to be developed as eco-tourism destination
3 Sept 2026, 15:29By sangye