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…𝑰𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝑩𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒐 𝑭𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒓 By Kezang ChodenResidents of Kalapang Chiwog, Saling Gewog under Mongar Dzongkhag, are making strides in bamboo craftsmanship by producing furniture and decorative items such as sofas, tables, basket, beds, and lampshades. The initiative, which began in 2023 with support from the Tarayana Foundation, has not only empowered the women economically …

On December 26, 2024, a new chapter in Bhutan’s development was written with the introduction of the Application of Laws Act 2024 for Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). This significant legal milestone, presented under the guidance of His Majesty the King at the revered Machhen Lhakhang, marks a bold step towards transforming GMC into a dynamic and prosperous business hub, harmoniously …

…𝑺𝒖𝒃𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑨𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕 By Lalit GurungThe nation is witnessing a troubling increase in the number of children in conflict with the law. This year, 240 cases were registered, a significant rise from 176 cases last year, according to the Royal Bhutan Police (RBP). The statistics highlight a growing issue that demands immediate and concerted action. Substance abuse remains …

…𝑷𝒊𝒄𝒌𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 By Lhendup WangmoEmerging entrepreneurs unveiled their latest products at the Samtse Entrepreneur Program, an event that attracted a wide audience of investors, business leaders, and aspiring innovators. Diverse array of cutting-edge solutions aimed at transforming various industries, from tech and fashion to sustainable agriculture and health were a part of the program. A group of …

…𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒅 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒍𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑫𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑾𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝑭𝒓𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒔 By Yeshey Lhadon & Lalit GurungThe inaugural Private Sector Conference in Bhutan has shed light on rising discontent within the business community regarding the implementation of the Economic Stimulus Program (ESP). Aimed at revitalizing the economy, the ESP has been criticized for its bureaucratic hurdles, leaving many private sector members frustrated and financially …