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Bhutan’s economy is projected to grow steadily at 4.9 per cent in 2024 before surging to an impressive 9.8 per cent this year. According to the Royal Monetary Authority’s Annual Report 2024, the optimistic outlook is attributed to increased government investments under the 13th Five-Year Plan, the Economic Stimulus Programme, the commissioning of new hydropower projects, and a robust recovery...

Failing a paper in college will now come at a cost. The college students will have to pay Nu 1000 each for every paper they resit or reappear. The Royal University of Bhutan decided this October last year. It is to encourage students to study consistently and work hard. The change will come into effect this spring and will not...

A landslide prone stretch along the Kangpara Gewog Centre road in Trashigang continues to pose risks to travellers. Yet, many people prefer the route due to its shorter distance and blacktopped surface. They are urging the relevant authorities to implement mitigation measures. The stretch which is around 100 metres was damaged during monsoon in 2020. In recent years, several vehicles...

Singapore's 18 common laws and 10 Abu Dhabi Global Market financial services laws will govern Gelephu Mindfulness City. These laws, outlined in GMC Law No. 1 of 2024, also known as the Application of Laws Act 2024, will establish the governance framework for the Special Administrative Region, strengthening its autonomy and enhancing its ability to foster economic development. The new...