Crime/Legal
Paro District Court sentences Indian national to 17 years in prison for illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs
The Paro District Court sentenced a 28-year-old Indian national to 17 years in prison for illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs...
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Battery cases continue to dominate crimes against persons
Crimes against persons have been steadily increasing over the past three years, with battery remaining one of the most common...
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Thimphu records 25 zebra crossing accidents from 2021 till date
An accident involving a 20-year-old woman at a zebra crossing at Zilukha in Thimphu last month has once again brought...
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Police step up youth outreach during summer break
As schools break for summer vacation, police are once again stepping up youth outreach efforts. They are conducting awareness programmes...
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What’s driving drug trafficking in Bhutan? Inmates share reasons
As the world marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking today, Bhutan continues to fight a growing...
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Thimphu District Court rules BBS CEO termination lawful and valid
The Thimphu District Court has ruled that the termination of the BBS’ CEO was lawful and procedurally valid. The board...
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National Council recommends stricter penalties for selling inhalants to minors
Individuals selling inhalants or solvents to minors could soon face stricter penalties. Currently, it is a misdemeanour punishable by one...
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MPs question readiness as NA moves to ratify BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters
As the National Assembly prepares to ratify the BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters tomorrow, several MPs...
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Authorities crack down on cross-border fuel smuggling in Phuentshogling
In Phuentshogling, fuel smuggling has been rampant for years. Now, authorities are stepping in to monitor the issue. Just last...
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MPs raise concerns over pending corruption cases
Members of Parliament in the National Assembly, today, raised concerns over pending corruption cases with the courts. Some of the...
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