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Although Bhutan's overall Corruption Perceptions Index improved significantly last year, the report highlights that there is not much improvement in tackling corruption in the public sector. This means Bhutan’s anti-corruption efforts have not yielded noticeable progress, as unethical practices among legislators, misuse of power by executives, and corruption within the public sector still remain prevalent. Bhutan's Corruption Perceptions Index is...

The Consumer and Competition Affairs Authority in collaboration with the Regional Office of Industry, Commerce, and Employment has fined several LPG retail outlets and home delivery agents in Thimphu for supplying and distributing underweight LPG cylinders. Following a tip-off, the agencies conducted random inspections and found that these businesses were selling underweight cylinders. Two retail outlets and two delivery agents...

The Department of Labour launched the Community for Skilled Workers (C4SW), a new initiative on 22nd February. It is aimed at enhancing Bhutan's workforce and supporting economic growth. The initiative is expected to increase employment opportunities, promote service excellence, and improve service accessibility in the country. The industry, commerce, and employment minister attended the launch alongside ministry officials and members...

Three Indian men, aged 50, 28, and 35, are currently in police custody in Paro for alleged heroin smuggling. The trio was intercepted by customs officials at Paro International Airport during routine checks, with over 32kg of heroin seized on different occasions. Lab tests have confirmed the contraband. Sources said the consignment was collected from Laos and headed to the...