8 national chess players will represent Bhutan at the prestigious 45th Chess Olympiad, which will be held in Budapest, Hungary, from 10 to 23 September; the team is made up of students and professionals, comprising four students and four working adults

Events like the Snowman Race and the rising popularity of cricket have fueled growing enthusiasm for sports; Bhutan has thus launched training programs to develop professional commentators, aiming to improve sports coverage and audience engagement

The kingdom of Bhutan has its first and only artificial intelligence startup, NoMindBhutan, created by two computer science engineering students at Thimphu’s Royal University; headquarters are in a college dorm room and employees are fellow students

In Thimphu, five new schools will become 'inclusive', ensuring access to support, resources and tailored education for children with disabilities; the initiative is part of a broader national plan to enhance inclusive education

Government is expanding mental health services nationwide through The PEMA Center, which offers key helpline support and early intervention programs, focusing on reducing mental health stigma and providing accessible care across the country