The Bhutan Live
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Social Media Exposure Raises New Ethical Questions for Journalists
A recent media training in Bhutan has drawn attention to the growing ethical challenges journalists face when reporting…
May 16, 2026
His Majesty Opens Parliament Session Amid Vision for Our Future
Bhutan’s Parliament convened its Fifth Session of the Fourth Parliament yesterday in a ceremony marked by royal presence,…
May 15, 2026
Begana Hydropower Project Moves Into Construction Phase
Thimphu took a significant step toward strengthening its energy and water security today as construction officially began on…
May 15, 2026
New Spiritual Leaders Appointed at Punakha Dzong Ceremony
The Central Monastic Body today honoured a group of senior monks and religious practitioners with Tashi Lekdhar during…
May 14, 2026
Bhutan & Singapore Seal Tax Pact to Boost Investment and Trade
Bhutan and Singapore have taken a major step toward deepening economic cooperation with the signing of a Double…
May 13, 2026
Families in Thangza-Toenchoe being relocated due to glacial lake flooding
to safer ground due to the looming threat of glacial lake flooding, many families are still struggling to…
May 13, 2026
Expanding Global Reach with Record Farm Exports
Bhutan’s agricultural exports recorded a strong start this year, with the country shipping more than 10,000 metric tonnes…
May 12, 2026
Ura Yakchoe Faces Uncertain Future as Villagers Leave Home
In the quiet highlands of Bumthang, the rhythmic clash of cymbals and the deep beat of drums still…
May 12, 2026
Dorjilung Hydropower Project Enters Construction Phase
Work on the 1,125-megawatt Dorjilung Hydropower Project officially entered its pre-construction phase yesterday, with ground-breaking ceremonies held in…
May 11, 2026
Birth Rate Collapse a Growing Problem?
Dear Mr. Kinley, Bhutan is facing a quiet but profound crisis: the collapse of our birth rate. Official…
May 11, 2026