National Assembly approves Bhutan-Thailand Free Trade Agreement
The National Assembly approved the Free Trade Agreement between Bhutan and Thailand today. Industry, Commerce and Employment Minister Namgyal Dorji...
Govt to monitor imports and curb hoarding ahead of Excise Tax Act implementation
To prevent hoarding of goods and black-market activities, especially alcohol, pan masala, and tobacco products, Finance Minister Lekey Dorji said...
Evaluation underway to review Bhutan’s health emergency preparedness
Is Bhutan ready for the next pandemic? That’s the question driving the country’s second Joint External Evaluation to assess how...
Lingzhi to get easier access with new road by 2028
Commute to one of the country’s most remote regions, Lingzhi in Thimphu, is expected to become easier. To improve connectivity...
River protection works underway to shield Gelephu from annual floods
Years of flood-related issues in Gelephu may soon come to an end. Authorities have begun major river protection works along...
Government considers sustainable alternatives for hoisting prayer flags
Hoisting 108 prayer flags in memory of the deceased is deeply rooted in the country’s cultural practice and tradition. However,...
Prices of tobacco, alcohol & carbonated drinks set to rise under new Excise Tax Bill 2025
Consumers can expect to feel the pinch at checkout counters as prices of tobacco, alcohol, and carbonated drinks rise following...
National Assembly decides to reduce Goods and Services Tax from seven to five per cent
The National Assembly has decided to reduce the Goods and Services Tax rate to five per cent. The Economic and...
Education minister to propose teacher transfer discussion in Parliament
Education Minister Yeezang De Thapa said the ministry will propose teacher transfers for discussion in the Parliament this year to...
Govt allocates Nu 5.5bn for non-central school infrastructure
Education Minister Yeezang De Thapa said Nu 5.5bn has been allocated to support infrastructure development in non-central schools across Bhutan....
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