The acute housing shortage in Phuentsholing is set to ease with the construction of three new housing projects under the National Housing Development Corporation Limited (NHDCL), funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The initiative is part of the Green and Resilient Affordable Housing Sector Project (GRAHSP), aimed at providing …
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According to the Minister of the Ministry Industry, Commerce, and Employment (MoICE), Namgyal Dorji, plans are underway to develop activities such as river rafting, jet ski services, and bungee jumping, as well as community-based initiatives like tourism development in the Pachu area. The MoICE Minister said these initiatives aim to …
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Business owners in the private sector have raised concerns over a new tax measure introduced under the Income Tax Bill of Bhutan 2025, warning that it could affect businesses of all sizes that rely on loans to survive or expand. The provision, known as the “Earnings Stripping Rules”, that limits …
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Redevelopment includes new ponds, 28-room guesthouse, safety upgrades and improved access The popular Duenmang Tsachu in Zhemgang is set for a major facelift with a Nu 52.6 million (mn) redevelopment project aimed at transforming the hot spring into a wellness tourism destination. The project, is funded under the Economic Stimulus …
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The Bhutan Stroke Foundation, with support from YELP and in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), has initiated a pilot program to support nine women stroke survivors. These women, aged between 30 and 45 years, have been under the foundation’s social support system for more than …
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Bhutan Taekwondo Federation’s building is almost 50 percent complete. Rising in the heart of Thimphu, the circular structure is already beginning to showcase the scale and ambition of the project, a milestone that signals a new era for Taekwondo in the country. The facility, funded by the Korea International Cooperation …
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A meeting was held on 10th September between the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Bhutan (HRAB), the Financial Institutions Association of Bhutan (FIAB), and the CEOs of the country’s banks to address the pressing issue of loans for the hotel sector. The discussions focused on finding a sustainable way forward …
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The Ministry of Health (MoH) has been placing greater emphasis on early intervention to safeguard the health of both mothers and children, recognizing that the first stages of life, even before conception, play a critical role in determining long-term well-being. Through the launch of the Comprehensive Maternal and Child Health …
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The YT Nursing Academy in Chhumey, Bumthang, has opened as Bhutan’s fourth private nursing institute, offering new opportunities for students from the central and eastern regions. The institute will commence operations with an initial intake of 50 students this year, offering a three-year diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) …
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The Royal Insurance Corporation of Bhutan Limited (RICBL) has launched two new social security policies that aim to bring greater security and peace of mind to Bhutanese families. The Deferred Annuity Scheme and the Kuenphen Tshe-sog Ngenchoel Policy are not just financial products, but commitments to safeguard citizens’ futures and …
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