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Despite the push for gender equality, men still dominate Bhutan’s workforce. The Industry Census 2024 reveals that 56 per cent of the total workforce is male, while women make up just 44 per cent. This gender disparity is hindering productivity and economic growth according to the report. According to the report, only 38 per cent of government employees are women,...

Residents of the eastern and central regions can expect an uninterrupted fuel and LPG cylinder supply. A new petroleum, oil, and lubricant depot opened in Garmani, Monggar. With a capacity of two million litres, the depot can refuel approximately 40,000 cars or 25,000 trucks with larger fuel tanks. The Minister of Industry, Commerce and Employment inaugurated the fuel depot yesterday....

In Monggar, commercial lemon farming is a rare sight. However, a farmer from Neykhang village is changing that. Agriculture officials said he is the only farmer cultivating seedless lemons on a large scale besides growing other fruits. 36-year-old Ugyen Tshewang has around 115 seedless lemon trees in around one acre of land. Before resigning, Ugyen worked as a driver with...

Bhutan saw a surge in overseas employment in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with tourism and hospitality emerging as the leading employer. Women made up the majority with over 1,000 placements, reflecting a growing trend of women seeking jobs abroad. This is according to the Department of Employment and Entrepreneurship’s annual report. The growing demand for Bhutanese workers in the service...