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New composting plant to manage Thimphu’s wet waste

New composting plant to manage Thimphu’s wet waste

The Thimphu Thromde will soon start converting wet waste into manure at the Memelakha landfill site. The thromde will construct a composting plant worth over Nu 2 M at the landfill site with financial support from the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies based in Japan under the United Nations Environment Programme. The initiative aims to reduce the environmental impact of...

Contractors raise concerns over Procurement Rules and Regulations 2023

Contractors raise concerns over Procurement Rules and Regulations 2023

During a consultation meeting with the Department of Procurement and Properties, yesterday, contractors said the Procurement Rules and Regulations 2023 could increase the risk of fostering corruption and distrust among contractors. Among several issues, they argue that accepting bids for evaluation when the quoted amount is within a plus-minus margin of the estimated cost undermines fair competition. A section of...

Finance Minister outlines plans to curb fraud and boost transparency in financial sector

Finance Minister outlines plans to curb fraud and boost transparency in financial sector

The government will collaborate with the RMA and other stakeholders to enhance transparency and accountability and reduce fraud risks in the financial sector. Finance Minister Lekey Dorji said this while responding to questions during the National Council’s question hour session today. Monggar MP Tshering Wangchen questioned the minister on accountability in financial institutions, measures to strengthen monitoring systems, strategies to...

National Education Policy 2024 submitted to Cabinet

National Education Policy 2024 submitted to Cabinet

The National Education Policy 2024 has been submitted to the Cabinet for endorsement according to the education and skills development minister. She disclosed this during the Meet the Press on Friday saying it will be immediately implemented after the endorsement. This policy aligns with His Majesty The King's Royal Kasho on Education Reform granted in 2020 which will guide and...

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