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Aspiring entrepreneurs in Samtse have long struggled with one major challenge, limited access to a market where they can showcase and sell their products. But that challenge is now being addressed with opening a new entrepreneurs' outlet in the town. The outlet is expected to provide a dedicated space for local businesses and start-ups to sell their products. The store...

The government is hoping to finalize the modality for the Nu 1bn support programme this month. During the Meet The Press session today, the Industry, Commerce, and Employment Minister said the programme will support class XII graduates in continuing their studies. During the election campaign, the government pledged to support one youth from households where no member has previously studied...

Business owners in the country are facing an unexpected rise in their Business Income Tax (BIT) this year. Many are struggling to meet their tax obligations. Small and medium-sized businesses claimed the tax burden has increased suddenly, leaving them unprepared. However, the Department of Revenue and Customs explained that the spike is largely due to business owners using their Current...

The inflation has increased since October last year. This is according to the latest Consumer Price Index or CPI. The inflation in February this year reached 3.38 per cent, up from 1.34 per cent in October last year. The inflation is mostly driven by food and non-food items. So, in response to the increasing food inflation, the agriculture and livestock...