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The number of people caught driving under the influence of alcohol in the country witnessed a significant decrease last year compared to 2023. The latest statistics show that the number of cases has fallen by almost 30 per cent during the period. Authorities say this can be attributed to a combination of heightened public awareness and inspections. The introduction of...

Despite a steady rise in the number of new cases over the years, the judiciary has made progress in reducing its backlog. This is according to the recently released 2024 Annual Judiciary Report. The number of pending cases has declined since 2020, though more than 1,000 cases still remain unresolved.    The judiciary recorded almost 1,200 pending cases last year,...

Water is essential for life, but as climate change intensifies and water shortages grow, managing this critical resource has become a pressing challenge. In Bhutan, where water is abundant but not always accessible, the debate over whether water should remain a public good or be commercialised is emerging. The recently concluded Paro Forum, led by the JSW School of Law,...

Bhutan still has a long road ahead in making workplaces truly inclusive for people with disabilities. This is according to the Industry Census Report 2024 released by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Employment. The report states that a mere 0.7 per cent of offices and businesses in the country employ persons with disabilities. This alarmingly low figure reveals the...