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The country’s foreign currency reserve stands at USD 860 M as of February this year, holding steady despite global uncertainties. The central bank attributes this to strong inflows from hydropower exports, loans and grants, and inward remittances from Bhutanese living abroad. The central bank stated that the current reserve level meets the constitutional requirement of covering at least one year’s...

Residents of Thimphu and the nearby districts can anticipate a cinematic treat under the stars. For the first time ever, the Film Association of Bhutan, with support from the government, is introducing an outdoor cinema experience in the heart of the capital. Starting tomorrow, Thailand’s renowned outdoor cinema and film distributor, Master Picture, will bring some of the most popular...

Lingzhi Gewog in Thimphu is struggling with increasing waste. Without a proper disposal facility, residents and local leaders said they are left with no choice but to bury the waste. They are worried that this practice could have long-term environmental consequences. The trail from Naro to Lingzhi Gewog centre takes three days on foot. It winds through snow-covered passes and...

Gola Gola Bhutan, a youth-led initiative, has supported underprivileged communities nationwide by distributing donated clothes. But its drop-off points are now being misused as dumping sites. The team says usable clothing is often damaged, and separating waste from clothes has become time-consuming. This is a Gola Gola Bhutan’s drop-off point at Pamtsho in Thimphu.  The donated clothing is cleaned and...