Government reaffirms commitment to raise Rural Life Insurance, awaits NC approval
The revised Rural Life Insurance Scheme was back in the spotlight in the National Assembly. Once again, it was about...
Sherubtse College opens outdoor research facility in Kharungla
A group of life science students from Sherubtse College are deep in the forest of Kharungla – observing, recording, and...
BATIF 2.0 secures agrifood partnerships for Bhutan
Photo: MoAL To strengthen investment and partnerships in Bhutan’s agrifood sector, several Memoranda of Understanding were signed between Bhutanese and...
Sichuan pepper becomes reliable income source for Yalang farmers, Trashi Yangtse
Farmers of Namthig–Yerphel Chiwog in Trashi Yangtse’s Yalang Gewog have long cultivated Sichuan pepper or Thingye mainly for self-consumption. However,...
Global companies explore trout farming, wellness, and chocolate ventures in Bhutan
At the Bhutan Agrifood Trade and Investment Forum 2.0 or BATIF 2.0, three international private investors presented proposals highlighting why...
Hailstorm damages crops in Tsirang last month, losses exceed Nu 25 M
The hailstorm that struck Tsirang last month damaged cereals, vegetables, and fruit trees belonging to over 450 households in the...
NC’s Social and Cultural Affairs Committee recommends permanent ban of vapes or e-cigarettes
In a major move to protect the health of Bhutan’s younger generation, the National Council today deliberated on adding a...
Government expands 2G and 4G access to more than 850 villages
Through the government’s Rural Connectivity Programme, mobile network coverage has expanded to almost all rural areas, except for a few...
National Council questions slow progress on alternative markets for farmers beyond FCB
The National Council expressed concerns over slow and delayed implementation of some resolutions adopted during its previous session, particularly on...
Total expenditure estimated at more than Nu 135.5bn for FY 2026-27
The finance ministry has proposed a national budget of over Nu 135.5bn for the Financial Year 2026-27, with major investments...
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