Teenage pregnancies on rise: 86 cases reported since 2019
Since 2019, 86 cases of teenage pregnancies have been reported to the police, a figure the latest RENEW report deems...
Bhutan hosts symposium on mental health
The PEMA in collaboration with the health ministry and the World Health Organisation, is hosting a two-day symposium in the...
Trans women face hurdles in reporting violence
Violence and discrimination against transgender individuals remain widespread despite legal and social progress. Studies show that transgender people are over...
NC’s Economic Affairs Committee recommends raising personal loan ceilings to support rural communities
The National Council’s Economic Affairs Committee today recommended the government and financial institutions increase the ceilings on personal loans. This...
Healthcare professionals trained in pain-free rehabilitation techniques
Patients can now look forward to rehabilitation with reduced pain. The Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bhutan provided...
National Assembly continues to discuss Cattle Tax Exemption Bill
The National Assembly continued discussions on the proposed Cattle Tax Exemption Bill during today’s session. While most members supported the...
National Assembly decides to amend Pay Structure Reform Act 2022 next session
The National Assembly has decided to amend the Pay Structure Reform Act 2022 in the next session. This is considering...
Space Strategy 2034: A roadmap to harness benefits of space science and technology for economic growth
This year marks the sixth anniversary since Bhutan launched its historic first satellite in space in 2018. To harness the...
National Council deliberates on Bhutan-Kuwait Air Services Agreement
The National Council deliberated on the Air Services Agreement between Bhutan and Kuwait today. Although the agreement had already been...
National Assembly agrees to enact a Pension Act next year
After more than two decades of operating under an executive order, the country’s pension system is set to get a...
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