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Timing, Targeting, & Technology: Your New Collections Playbook
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Singapore looking to buy technology-based carbon offsets, more nature-based carbon credits
SINGAPORE - Singapore on Oct 31 made its second bid to source for carbon credits globally, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) calling for proposals for credits from both nature-based and technological solutions. Such credits will help...
Electric Dreams, Insurance Dilemmas: Calls Grow for EV-Specific Policies in Bhutan
With the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Bhutan, insurance companies, financial institutions, and government agencies are holding critical discussions to address growing concerns over gaps in EV insurance coverage — particularly...
Bhutanese youth must prepare for GMC jobs
The Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is beginning to take shape in tangible ways, creating opportunities and opening new career pathways. The recently held GMC Career Fair in Thimphu provided a glimpse into that future. More than a dozen companies...
Preparing Bhutan for the AI era
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept. It is rapidly becoming a key component of organisational life, transforming how businesses operate, governments function, and societies interact. In recent years, the pace of...
Bhutan Reaffirms Carbon Neutral Commitment in Ambitious 3rd Nationally Determined Contribution to Paris Agreement
NGAWANG JAMPHEL | Gasa Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay unveiled Bhutan’s Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) during the 8th Royal Highland Festival in the presence of government officials, the people of Laya, UNICEF, Embassy of...
Colorectal Cancer Profile in Bhutan: Key Insights
Colorectal cancer (CRC) remains one of the most formidable health challenges worldwide, ranking as the third most prevalent malignancy and a leading cause of cancer-related mortality. Despite global advancements in cancer diagnosis and treatment,...
NEHU students and faculty attend Bhutan-India friendship workshop on climate action
SHILLONG, OCT 30: A delegation of selected students and faculty members from North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, is participating in the “Bhutan-India Friendship Workshop Empowering Climate Action: AI, IoT, Robotics, and Artistic...
Samtse Hospital’s CT scan to resume operations within a month
The CT scan machine in Samtse Hospital, which has remained idle for around six months, is expected to become operational within a month. The health minister, during the Meet the Press session, said they are awaiting the arrival of spare parts and...
Nikhil Kamath asks if India’s payment tech marvel will be the country’s next export story
Zerodha’s co-founder and CFO, Nikhil Kamath, shared a post on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) on Unified Payments Interface’s (UPI) growth story, raising a question that drew attention from many users. “If oil shaped...
Final preparations underway for Global Peace Prayer Festival in Thimphu
Thimphu is abuzz with anticipation. In just a few days, the capital city will host one of Bhutan’s most-awaited spiritual events, the Global Peace Prayer Festival 2025. Working around the clock, organisers, artisans, monks, and volunteers are...
Fourth India-Bhutan Youth Summit 2025 concludes at Royal Global University
GUWAHATI, Oct 29: Strengthening the bonds of friendship and collaboration between India and Bhutan, the 4th India-Bhutan Youth Summit 2025 concluded successfully at The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) here on Sunday. The Summit was jointly...
Rising Costs Abroad Do Not Deter Bhutanese Students from Studying in Australia
KIMNZANG DORJI TSHERING | Thimphu Despite significant increases in tuition fees, visa costs, and living expenses, Bhutanese students continue to pursue higher education in Australia, drawn by its globally recognized universities, high academic...
Technology, Duty, and Mindfulness: A New Wave of Nationalism Engulfs Bhutan
Image Source: Getty Images On 7 October 2025, the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, announced the launch of Pelsung–a new national initiative “to engage Bhutanese youth in developing creative and practical solutions for the Gelephu...
Bhutan Foundation Maps Human–Snow Leopard Conflict Hotspots
In a pioneering effort to safeguard both wildlife and livelihoods, the Bhutan Foundation has launched a scientific initiative to map human–snow leopard conflict hotspots across the country. The project marks a significant step in Bhutan’s...
UPSC Key: ASEAN defence meet, ISRO to launch its heaviest satellite CMS-03, and Centrally Sponsored Schemes
Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance Mains Examination: General Studies-II: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Story continues...
BTRC to seek clarification on Starlink's bandwidth export bid
The internet regulator has decided to seek further clarification on Starlink Services Bangladesh Ltd's bid to export unfiltered bandwidth from Bangladesh through local internet service providers before taking a decision on granting permission to...
GMC Career Fair opens global doors for Bhutanese professionals
At the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) Career Fair held at the Royal University of Bhutan auditorium yesterday, more than a dozen companies announced openings in finance, technology, marketing, and operations. You must be logged in to make...
Bhutan’s Third Nationally Determined Contribution unveiled
The Prime Minister unveiled Bhutan’s Third Nationally Determined Contribution or NDC during the 8th Royal Highland Festival at Laya in Gasa yesterday. This latest national climate action plan reaffirms the country’s pledge to remain carbon...
Cryptocurrency company passes major milestone at game-changing facility: 'One of the few companies in the world'
"I am incredibly proud of our team." by Simon SageNovember 2, 2025 Hive Digital Technologies recently announced a milestone in its new Bitcoin mining operation in Paraguay, according to BNamericas. By reaching a certain processing threshold,...