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Residents of Dechencholing in Thimphu are still grappling with the aftermath of last year’s flood. The road remains unrepaired, forcing people to live with choking dust and poor road conditions. Despite the ongoing struggles, authorities have yet to provide any clear answers on when repairs will begin. 36-year-old Ambhika Devi Darjee runs a restaurant beside the road that has remained...

Unclaimed green tax refunds of nearly Nu 4.9 M have been transferred to the government’s escrow account. During the Meet The Press session today, Finance Minister Lekey Dorji said some vehicle owners did not collect their refunds within the designated time frame. However, the government is allowing three years for vehicle owners to claim their refunds. 11 vehicle dealers were...

The revenue from Personal Income Tax increased by nearly one billion ngultrum this time. As of March this year, more than 70,000 taxpayers have filed their Personal Income Tax. As of 31st March, the total personal income tax revenue for the income year 2024 amounts to Nu 2.9bn. In 2023, it was Nu 2bn and almost the same amount in...

For over a decade, Community Centers have been a lifeline for residents of remote gewogs, bringing essential services to their doorsteps. However, over the past few years, frequent changes in parent organisation, has created confusion and uncertainty among the public and staff keeping these centres running. During a consultation for public hearing by the National Assembly’s Good Governance Committee in...