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For generations, the people of Merak in Trashigang have relied heavily on firewood for cooking and keeping warm during the harsh winters. But since the village was electrified in late 2011, firewood consumption has seen a steady decline. Today, many households use electrical appliances and gas cylinders for their daily needs.  According to records maintained by the Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary...

Lingzhi Gewog in Thimphu is struggling with increasing waste. Without a proper disposal facility, residents and local leaders said they are left with no choice but to bury the waste. They are worried that this practice could have long-term environmental consequences. The trail from Naro to Lingzhi Gewog centre takes three days on foot. It winds through snow-covered passes and...

Thailand’s Immigration has introduced a new Digital Arrival Card system. It is now mandatory for all non-Thai nationals entering the country, whether by land, sea, or air, to comply with this system. It will be implemented from next month. Bhutanese travelers visiting Thailand for education, medical care, business, or leisure are now required to complete the Digital Arrival Card before...

The country’s foreign currency reserve stands at USD 860 M as of February this year, holding steady despite global uncertainties. The central bank attributes this to strong inflows from hydropower exports, loans and grants, and inward remittances from Bhutanese living abroad. The central bank stated that the current reserve level meets the constitutional requirement of covering at least one year’s...