1.5 degree Celsius too hot for Hindu Kush Himalaya region
The region is warming at an alarming rate, losing glaciers at twice the speed of other mountain ranges due to its proximity to the tropics.
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Bhutan’s Bitcoin asset value crosses USD 1B, ranks fifth among countries holding BTC
Unlike other countries where BTC are more common from reported law enforcement asset seizures, Bhutan mines Bitcoin with abundant hydroelectric resources.
Bhutan led G-ZERO coalition launch at COP29 to champion carbon neutrality
The term ‘G-ZERO’ refers to a state where a country’s greenhouse gas emissions are fully offset by the amount it absorbs from the atmosphere, or where emissions are lower…
18th-century wooden choetens of Kabji Choeten Ningpo Lhakhang in Bhutan restored
These choetens were once adorned with polychrome colours, but over time, the layers of dirt and dust have dulled their vibrancy, diminishing both their aesthetic appeal and…
New economic ties to benefit both Bhutan and Indonesia
According to trade figures, Bhutan imported Nu 248.75 million worth of goods from Indonesia, ranking as the 13th import country last year. The list of imported goods include IT…
Laya’s lifeline: Horses play key role in mountainous Bhutanese community
When the region had no roads, horses were the only means of transportation, carrying villagers and their loads across rugged terrain and steep paths that required days of…
Expecting mothers and children in Bhutan vulnerable to lead exposure
Early prevention is key to combating lead exposure say health experts.
Bhutan’s government agencies paying inflated prices for subpar vehicle parts
A recent report on the appraisal of vehicle spare parts supply system has revealed that government agencies in Bhutan are shelling out inflated prices for subpar or counterfeit…
The dark side of social media: Kuensel
Social media can be a brutal, unforgiving landscape. Armed with anonymity, social media users become a mob that lynches with hateful langauge, not realising that their actions can…
Lead poisoning: A silent crisis in Bhutan
While Bhutan’s industries are relatively small, many consumer products are imported, often without stringent oversight on toxic substances.