Two local films grants of $60.000 each have been granted in what is a major shift in national film policy: direct government funding, international exposure and new infrastructure are structural steps toward a globally competitive Bhutanese film industry

The decision to reinstate Class X cut-off point, citing declining education quality in Bhutan, has sparked criticism from education experts and lawmakers, who argue the move lacks data, research and public consultation, potentially generating inequalities

Thimphu municipality opened two new waste drop-off centres in Kelki and Hejo; Set up via a public-private partnership, the centres aim to improve waste segregation and recycling, making it easier for residents to manage waste sustainably

Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation and India's Adani Group signed a MoU to develop 5.000MW of hydropower projects; the partnership builds on the ongoing collaboration on Wangchhu Hydropower and pursues regional energy security and economic integration