NC call for tougher sentences for battery, kidnapping, and arson
The National Council is calling for stricter sentencing for crimes such as battery, kidnapping and arson. During today’s deliberation on...
Bahrain wrap up Men’s T20 International Bilateral Series after third victory over Bhutan
Bhutan’s final push to stay in the Men’s T20 International Bilateral Series fell short as Bahrain claimed a 35-run victory...
NC’s legislative committee proposes faster judgments for abortion cases from rape, incest
The National Council’s Legislative Committee proposed fast-tracking court proceedings of abortions for pregnancies resulting from rape or incest. The committee...
30-year annual compensation set for land affected by power lines starting next year
Gem Tshering, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Starting next year, landowners affected by transmission lines and electric poles will receive...
National Council ratifies BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters
National Council of Bhutan The National Council unanimously ratified the BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters today....
Police can now freeze scam accounts without court orders, says Home Minister
Tshering, Home Affairs Minister The police will no longer have to wait for an Account Freeze Order from the Court...
Bhutan hosts first ANTAM meeting to boost farm machinery standards
The use of agricultural machinery has transformed traditional farming. In Bhutan, where farmers work on steep terrains and fragile ecosystems,...
National Assembly MPs raise concerns over unequal access to school facilities and resources
Concerns over unequal access to facilities and resources in schools across the country took centre stage in the National Assembly...
NC supports tougher penalties for crime accomplices, moves to end Thrimthue option
During the deliberations on the Penal Code (Amendment) Bill of Bhutan 2025, the National Council today agreed to discontinue the...
New truck parking facility to ease Amochhu traffic congestion
Traffic congestion and road conditions in Amochhu, Phuentshogling, are expected to improve soon. Currently, heavy-duty trucks line up along the...
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