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The World Bank has approved a USD 40 M financing package to help Bhutan address the growing challenges posed by climate change and natural disasters. Being heavily reliant on its hydropower sector, Bhutan faces increasing risks from natural hazards such as glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), earthquakes, and wildfires. The financing aims to improve Bhutan’s ability to prepare for and...

Every year, December 17 is celebrated as the National Day. Tuesday marks the 117th anniversary. But what makes this day so special for the Bhutanese? Let’s take a closer look at why we celebrate this momentous occasion and how it continues to shape Bhutan’s identity. Imagine Bhutan in 1907: a rugged yet vibrant land where local rulers vied for power,...

Bhutan’s 117th National Day celebration will mark a historic first with the introduction of a Civil Parade to honour the nation’s unsung heroes. The parade will recognise 63 roadside workers, firefighters, social workers, telecom and space workers, and honesty teams, acknowledging their silent yet significant contributions to nation-building. One of them is Pancha Man Dunjen, a roadside worker in Thimphu....

The Changlimithang Stadium will host more than 200 international guests tomorrow. The guests have arrived in the country to celebrate the 117th National Day. Some of them hiked to Druk Wangditse Lhakhang and visited the Kuenselphodrang in Thimphu today to experience Bhutanese culture and tradition. At the Druk Wangditse Lhakhang, the guests received blessings and participated in Bhutanese games. Some...