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The country’s electricity sector is expected to grow by 19.8% this year, driven by the Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project. The construction of Small Hydropower Projects and new hydropower projects are also expected to add to the growth. However, the tourism sector is anticipated to bounce back to the pre-pandemic level only in 2027, affecting the growth target set under the 13th...

In the highland communities such as Merak and Sakteng in Trashigang, where livelihoods rely heavily on livestock, the Sakteng Nyingje Jam Chong Tshogpa has become a lifeline. The centre has saved more than 1,500 calves from being culled, over the past six years, offering hope to herders and a future for the low-yielding cattle. These two types of calves are...

A vibrant three-day Lhaboe festival is in full swing in Trongsa, attracting hundreds of attendees. This year’s celebration is particularly special as it marks the significant three-year cycle, during which their local deity Dorji Dramtsen is ceremonially ushered into the festivities. Let’s take a closer look at how the event unfolds.  The Lhaboe festival, an annual tradition deeply rooted in...

In 2023, Bhutan imported 210 million litres or 1.3 million barrels of petrol and diesel. This is according to the Environmental Accounts Statistics, 2024. Diesel imports rose by 43 per cent from 2022, while petrol imports hit a 52 per cent increase. The report reflects a surge in vehicles and industrial activities, potentially straining Bhutan’s foreign reserves and widening the...