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The government has proposed Nu 109bn as the budget for the 2025-2026 financial year. This is a 12 per cent increase from the previous year. In a recently issued notification, the finance ministry says the budget focuses on infrastructure development, public services, and economic growth. The ministry highlighted sustainable planning and resource prioritisation to achieve the development goals of the...

With Thimphu all set to groove to Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hits in just about eight days the city’s authorities are taking steps to ensure the music is the only jam in town. To avoid traffic congestion in the capital, free bus services will be provided to all residents and visitors on the day of the highly anticipated concert. Up to...

A free surgery camp in Gelephu has provided life-changing medical intervention to twelve individuals. The initiative was organised to help people with deformities and complex medical conditions requiring specialised medical services but did not have access. The camp began on Monday and ended yesterday. The reconstructive and plastic surgery team screened more than 20 patients enlisted previously. The team operated...

The frequent tussle between farmers selling vegetables in Paro town and municipal officials will now be a thing of the past. The newly built Tsongdue farmers’ market offers ample space and improved facilities, ensuring better accessibility for farmers and buyers. The market was inaugurated on Wednesday. No sooner did the inaugural procession conclude, than the farmers, on a priority basis,...