Kabesa Local Area Plan is nearing completion after 15-years due to land disputes and revisions; The plan will regulate zoning and infrastructure in an area long affected by unplanned housing, informal land use and stalled construction near the capital

Bhutan’s Zhung Dratshang, the country's central monastic authority, is preparing the Drubchen Kagyed Wanga, a rare month-long spiritual empowerment ceremony; The ritual will bring together monks and devotees from all over the country

A new water supply project in Doksum was launched to end chronic drinking water shortages: a gravity-fed pipeline and an upgraded storage and distribution network was installed for a reliable year-round water supply for local households

Bhutan’s education minister has called for a ban on social media use under 16, arguing that excessive online exposure is harming students mental health; It would introduce age-based restrictions to create a safer digital environment for young people.

Jigmeling Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre is undergoing a major expansion to improve treatment and rehabilitation of injured and rescued wild animals; The upgraded facility will strengthen veterinary services to support wildlife conservation