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Researchers of the National Biodiversity Centre have identified a new orchid species, previously unknown to science. The species was found in two places, Rimchhu in Punakha, and Kamina in Wangdue Phodrang. According to the centre, this takes the number of orchid species found in Bhutan to 498. The newly-discovered orchid has been named Zeuxine drukyulensis, paying tribute to Bhutan, nicknamed...

In the 13th Five-Year-Plan, the Indian government will support 30 various projects including infrastructure development, Dzong conservation, improvement of roads and bridges and human resource development through the Project-Tied Assistance projects. The implementation of these projects will cost over Nu 21bn. So far, more than Nu 2.1bn has already been disbursed. The highest budget has been allocated for the construction...

Ambassador of Bhutan to India V. Namgyel highlighted how India’s Act East Policy, along with key infrastructure initiatives like the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway, inland waterways, and enhanced air connectivity, is unlocking new economic opportunities for Bhutan. He said this at the “Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025” which concluded yesterday. He added that Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City...

A recent study conducted by a dietitian from the national referral hospital is shedding light on a healthier way to enjoy Bhutanese cheese curries by reducing sodium content without compromising on taste. The research comes at a time when Bhutan is witnessing a rise in non-communicable diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, diabetes, and cancers, which are linked to unhealthy diets...