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An alternative solution to resolve Bhutan’s loan crisis-The Druk Asset Reconstruction Company
Kuensel
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The Covid-19 pandemic struck at the heart of Bhutanese communities, dimming the dreams of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in tourism, trade, and agriculture. For Bhutanese families, these businesses are not mere livelihoods but legacies of...
Latest Bitcoin & Dogecoin Cloud Mining Platforms: Safe, Trusted & Supervised Investments for High Profits (2025)
Crypto Economy
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August 15, 2025
Cloud mining has emerged as one of the most trendy methods that enable people to mine some of the most popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin without the costly hardware and technical expertise. In 2025, due to the emergence of a...
World News | PM Modi Thanks Bhutanese Counterpart for Independence Day Wishes
Latestly
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August 16, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked his Bhutanese counterpart, Tshering Tobgay, for extending wishes as India marks its 79th Independence Day. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "I thank Prime Minister...
PM Modi thanks Bhutanese counterpart for Independence Day wishes
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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August 15, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked his Bhutanese counterpart, Tshering Tobgay, for extending wishes as India marks its 79th Independence Day. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "I thank Prime Minister...
Upaya secures Rs280 million fund from Dolma to expand logistics services
The Kathmandu Post
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Upaya, a logistics company, has raised Rs280 million in Series C funding from Dolma Impact Fund II. The firm is also in the process of securing an additional Rs270 million from friends, acquaintances and family in a private round, which will bring...
Nepal’s Path to a Sustainable Energy Future
República
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Nepal’s energy landscape is predominantly clean, with over 98% of its electricity generated from hydropower, making it one of the few countries with a near-entirely renewable energy mix. Per capita electricity consumption, however, remains among...
Industrial Development Roadmap 2025 unveiled to boost sector growth
The Bhutanese
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August 9, 2025
The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment officially launched the Industrial Development Roadmap (IDR) 2025 on 8th August, marking a step toward transforming the country’s industrial sector. IDR provides a strategic framework aimed at...
Bhutan partners with MIT to pioneer robotic construction for GMC
Kuensel
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Druk Holding and Investments Limited (DHI) and the Center for Bits and Atoms (CBA) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have signed an agreement to launch Robotic Construction Programme, a venture that could redefine how buildings...
Bhutan unable to export PHPA II power as tariff undecided
The Bhutanese
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August 9, 2025
The sixth and final unit of the Punatsangchu II Hydroelectric Project (PHPA II) is scheduled to be commissioned by 27th August by which time, the project will be generating 1020 MW or even more, but none of the power can be exported to India. This...
From royal gift from King of Bhutan to now Indian icon: The story of Jeep Wagoneer at Red Fort as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day
DNA India
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A rare machine that embodies the story of enduring diplomacy, robust engineering, and ceremonial tradition, the Jeep Wagoneer, housed at the Army Headquarters in New Delhi, tells a tale that spans over six decades and two nations. As India marked...
Delhi people could live 8 more years if pollution is cut to WHO standards, study finds
The Week
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After a decline in particulate pollution in 2022 in India, levels once again increased in 2023; and that if these were to be brought down to meet prescribed standards, it would add 3.5 years to the average life expectancy. This is from the annual...
King, Queen of Bhutan to make first State visit to Việt Nam next week
Vietnam News
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August 14, 2025
HÀ NỘI — At the invitation of President Lương Cường and his spouse, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan and Queen Jetsun Pema will pay a State visit to Việt Nam from August 18 to 22. The announcement was made by Foreign Ministry...
Pemako Hotels announces its third property in Paro, Bhutan
Hotel Designs
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August 14, 2025
Pemako, which translates to ‘hidden lotus-shaped land’, currently comprises of two thoughtfully curated hotels – opulent tented villas immersed in nature in Punakha, and an urban sanctuary located in Thimphu. The addition of a new hotel in Paro...
Bhutanese households face rising costs as inflation set to hit 5% by next year
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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August 7, 2025
Bhutanese households may need to brace for higher living costs in the coming months. Prices are expected to rise, particularly in food, housing, and transportation, as domestic inflation is projected to increase to 4.5% this year and potentially...
Sargun Mehta Unveils Black Lady For Bhutani Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025
Femina
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The Filmfare Awards are India’s most coveted cinematic accolades, celebrating outstanding artistry, technical wizardry, and unforgettable performances in Bollywood. Honouring the art of storytelling in Punjabi cinema, the Bhutani Filmfare Awards...
Bhutan to build national system for tracking emissions and pollution
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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August 6, 2025
Bhutan is renowned worldwide as a carbon-negative country. But behind that global image is a hidden challenge. The country still doesn’t have accurate data on its emissions. Now, the government is working to change that. A two-day climate...
MIT and Bhutan partner on robotic construction pilot for sustainable smart city
Construction Briefing
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August 13, 2025
Bhutan’s state-owned investment firm Druk Holding and Investments (DHI) signed a two-year research and deployment agreement with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to explore robotic construction technologies for use in Bhutan,...
Bhutan awards 120 MW solar contract
pv-magazine
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August 6, 2025
Bhutan has awarded a contract for the 120 MW Jamjee solar project to a consortium of local firm Rigsar Construction and India’s HILD Energy. The project will be the country’s largest solar installation once completed. August 6, 2025 Patrick Jowett...
Bhutan government moves $59 million in Bitcoin to new wallet
Crypto Briefing
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August 5, 2025
Key Takeaways The Bhutan government moved 517 Bitcoin worth $59 million to a new wallet. Bhutan still holds 10,769 Bitcoin valued at $1.2 billion. Share this article The Royal Government of Bhutan moved 517 Bitcoin worth approximately $59 million...
Bhutan’s new farm fencing program could be costly for wildlife (commentary)
Mongabay
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August 4, 2025
The tiny Himalayan nation of Bhutan is known for embracing nature as part of its philosophy of Gross National Happiness, but this is increasingly at odds with a new drive to boost food self-sufficiency, due to conflict with wildlife like elephants...