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WEB2 days ago · September 25, 2024. Beekeeping is becoming a sustainable source of income in various parts of the country. In Pema Gatshel, a man in Zobel Gewog has embraced beekeeping and is flourishing in his honey business, emerging as the first man to take up beekeeping in the district. Saturday, September 28th (26th day of 8th Bhutanese Month)
Tourist arrivals revised, reduction of 50,000 for 2024 and 2025
WEB7 hours ago · The tourism industry has revised its annual targets for tourist arrivals this year and next year to 150,000 and 250,000, respectively. This represents a reduction of 50,000 for each year compared to the initial target. The revision was highlighted in the Ministry of Finance’s Macroeconomic Situation Report for the fourth quarter.
Deaf community urges general public to learn and use sign language
WEB7 hours ago · The deaf community are urging the general public to learn and use sign language to promote accessibility and foster inclusion and mutual understanding for the deaf. This call to action was made during the International Deaf Week, observed at Wangsel Institute for the Deaf in Paro recently. They said sign language can be learned using mobile app and attending awareness programmes by the institute.
Bailey bridge over Singyechhu closed to heavy vehicles, affecting ...
WEB6 hours ago · September 30, 2024. Considering safety measures, the bailey bridge over Singyechhu along the Pasakha-Manitar road in Chhukha is closed to heavy vehicles. This has raised concerns among drivers and truck owners as it is directly affecting their livelihoods. Although there is another bridge near the bailey bridge, it …
Anticipation grows as Bhutan prepares for three-day Innovation …
WEB4 days ago · The three-day Bhutan Innovation Forum is set to begin next week at Dungkar Dzong in Pangbisa, Paro. As anticipation builds, many Bhutanese are eagerly awaiting the gathering of global leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to shape a visionary economic city, Gelephu Mindfulness City. There is widespread hope that the forum will spark mindful and sustainable approaches to business and innovation.
PM pushes for UN Security Council reform, highlights Gelephu ...
WEB2 days ago · In a bold call for reform, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, addressing the 79th United Nations General Assembly, urged for changes to the UN Security Council, calling it “a relic of the past” that must reflect modern geopolitical realities. The prime minister backed India and Japan’s eligibility for permanent seats on the Security Council, citing their economic leadership and ...
Participants take delight in attending Bhutan Innovation Forum
WEB5 days ago · September 24, 2024. Excitement is building among participants as the Bhutan Innovation Forum gears up to bring together global thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs among others at the iconic Dungkar Dzong in Paro next week. The three-day event will host key discussions on mindfulness, …
United Nations adopts Pact for the Future - BBSCL
WEB6 days ago · To transform global governance, the United Nations adopted the Pact for the Future on Sunday during the 79th UN General Assembly at the UN Headquarters in New York. The Pact for the Future is a comprehensive international agreement that addresses present-day challenges and establishes a framework for future cooperation in key areas.
BBS: A journey through time, from radio pioneers to high …
WEBJul 26, 2023 · Bhutan Broadcasting Service, BBS what initially started as a Sunday radio service pioneered by a group of enthusiastic youths has come a long way, disseminating information, entertaining the mass and most importantly sharing timeless stories of Bhutan with the rest of the world. Fast forward to five decades, BBS has migrated to high definition (HD) from standard definition (SD). Let us take a ...
National Assembly completes five-year tenure, dissolves today
WEBOctober 30, 2023. The National Assembly dissolved, today, after completing its five-year tenure. A term-end sitting in accordance with Article 10 of the Constitution convened, this afternoon. However, Cabinet ministers will remain in office until His Majesty The King appoints the Interim Government. According to the National Assembly, the term ...