Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption is gaining momentum in Bhutan as the country continues its push towards achieving net-zero emissions. The steady growth in EV numbers reflects a shift in consumer preferences, supported by government initiatives to promote …
Bhutan’s fall in the press freedom index continues, with the country falling by another five positions, and taking the 152nd position, from the 180 countries assessed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). In 2024, Bhutan was ranked 147. The assessment is …
Bhutan, known for its rich and diverse ecosystems, has taken a significant step toward modern biodiversity conservation by inaugurating its first environmental DNA (eDNA) laboratory. The facility, located at the College of Natural Resources (CNR), was …
The World Bank (WB) in an important move approved USD 300 mn financing for the Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia (ACCESS) Phase 2 project. Of the USD 300 mn USD 154 mn is in the form of grants. The WB’s indicative lending …
Bhutan marked a historic milestone in international sports as two Bhutanese athletes, Sarita Maya Mongar and Tilu Maya Powrel, brought home two silver and three bronze medals from the 2nd Asian Yogasana Sport Championship held from 25th to 27th April in …
Bhutan’s press freedom ranking has fallen by five positions, from 147th in 2024 to 152nd in 2025, according to the latest World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The ranking is for 180 countries. Bhutan now ranks among …
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 3 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met Bhutan Foreign Minister DN Dhungyel on the sidelines of WAVES 2025. In a post on X, he said, "Good to meet Foreign Minister of Bhutan D N Dhungyel today on …
SHILLONG, 2 May: Arunachal Pradesh Tour Operators Association (APTOA) adviser Tsering Wange emphasised on levying sustainable development fee on both foreign visitors and domestic tourists, along the lines of the Bhutan model. Speaking during a meeting of …
Bhutan’s Press Freedom Ranking has declined once again. According to Reporters Without Borders, RSF’s 2025 World Press Freedom Index, Bhutan ranks 152nd out of 180 countries, dropping five places from last year’s 147th position. Bhutan’s Press Freedom …
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