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ILO ranking on Bhutan’s long working hours not alarming, says MoICE Minister
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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July 4, 2025
The industry, commerce and employment minister says the International Labour Organisation (ILO) ranking Bhutan among the countries with the highest average working hours globally in 2024 is not alarming. He said this during the Meet the Press...
Are you ready for the new financial ecosystem taking over the world?
Khaleej Times
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Sometimes, I feel like I’m living in a parallel universe. I’ve been learning about crypto since 2017 and investing in it for the past two years. And until last December, I’d met almost no one who really understood what was going on in...
Tata Power transitioning to become 'force' in hybrid RE market: Chairman N Chandrasekaran
The Economic Times
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July 4, 2025
Tata Power is transitioning from a pure-play solar and wind company to become a force in the hybrid renewable energy market and is also ready to take part in nuclear power development in future, Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Friday. He was...
Bhutan’s public debt crosses Nu 298bn, nearly equal to entire economy
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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July 4, 2025
The country’s total public debt has crossed Nu 298bn as of March this year, almost the size of the entire economy. This means for every ngultrum Bhutan earns, it owes almost the same in debt. According to the latest Public Debt Situation Report...
Latest News | Tata Power Transitioning to Become 'force' in Hybrid RE Market: Chairman N Chandrasekaran
Latestly
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July 4, 2025
New Delhi, Jul 4 (PTI) Tata Power is transitioning from a pure-play solar and wind company to become a force in the hybrid renewable energy market and is also ready to take part in nuclear power development in future, Chairman N Chandrasekaran...
Gateway to Bhutan: Strategic Significance of Northeast India in Bilateral Development
Diplomacy & Beyond Plus
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July 4, 2025
India-Bhutan relations represent a model of developmental diplomacy and strategic partnership, grounded in shared historical ties, geographic proximity, and over seven decades of mutual trust, institutional cooperation, and inclusive development....
Chan Brothers-Drukair partnership opens more doors to Bhutan, Uzbekistan
TTG Asia
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July 4, 2025
Singapore-headquartered travel agency Chan Brothers inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Drukair Corporation, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bhutan, earlier this morning. This MoU will expand direct charter operations not...
Bhutan hosts decentralized application hackathon with Ethereum Foundation
Biometric Update
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July 3, 2025
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a world leader in digital public infrastructure (DPI) and it’s looking to build out the potential benefits from its national digital identity system. The city of Paro is a good base for visitors to the Land of the Thunder...
Recent Reports show Central Bank’s Profits Soar Over Nu 5 Billion
Business Bhutan
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July 4, 2025
In a recently released financial statement, the Royal Monetary Authority (RMA), Bhutan’s central bank, has reported a remarkable increase in its profit as of 30th April 2025, compared to the same period last year. According to the report, the...
Binance Pay put to test as tourists explore Bhutan using their crypto wallets
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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July 3, 2025
Imagine exploring Bhutan without carrying a single ngultrum or any cash. Now you can, thanks to a new partnership between Bhutan and Binance Pay. Launched this week, the payment system lets visitors pay using cryptocurrency, making Bhutan one of...
Bank holiday today: Are banks in Tripura closed for Kharchi Puja? Check here
Mint
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July 3, 2025
Bank holiday today, July 3: Across the north-eastern state of Tripura and its capital Agartala, banks will be closed today (July 3, Thursday), for Kharchi Puja. Kharchi Puja is a Hindu festival, celebrated in Tripura, that is dedicated to fourteen...
India Tightens Border Trade With Bangladesh, Restricts Some Fabric Shipments to Ocean Routes
Sourcing Journal - New York
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July 3, 2025
India is imposing further restrictions on Bangladeshi exporters, preventing them from shipping certain materials including woven fabrics, jute and flax yarn through its land ports. The move, established by the country’s Directorate General of...
PM urges Bhutanese overstaying in U.S. to return home voluntarily
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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July 3, 2025
The prime minister urged Bhutanese nationals overstaying their visas in the United States to return home. While presenting the State of the Nation Report today, he said Bhutan has been warned that Bhutanese may face difficulties obtaining U.S....
GMC, 13th FYP and 21st Century Economic Roadmap part of broader strategy to reverse outward migration – PM
Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS)
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July 3, 2025
As outflow of the country’s working-age population continues, Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay reiterated that the answer lies in building a stronger economy at home. Presenting the State of the Nation Report, he said that the Gelephu Mindfulness...
Business News | Ankur Aggarwal: Crafting Iconic Legacies, Inspiring Generations with Unmatched Grandeur
Latestly
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July 2, 2025
BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], July 2: In a moment that radiated power and prestige, BNW Developments, under the charismatic leadership of its Founder and Chairman, Ankur Aggarwal, has signed a landmark partnership with Masah, the Middle...
Business News | From Spirits To Stocks: Piccadily Agro Now Listed On National Stock Exchange (NSE)
Latestly
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July 2, 2025
BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], July 2: Piccadily Agro Industries Limited, one of India's fastest-growing alco-bev companies and the proud maker of internationally celebrated spirits such as Indri Single Malt Whisky, Camikara Pure Cane Juice...
Business News | Fredun Pharmaceuticals Enters Pet Care Market with Strategic Acquisition of One Pet Stop
Latestly
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July 2, 2025
PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (BSE - FREDUN | 539730), a diversified global healthcare company, Fredun Retail Private Limited (FRPL), has taken a significant step toward expanding its consumer-centric...
RBI Bank Holiday List for July 2025: Banks To Remain Closed on These Days This Month, Check Region-Wise Bank Holidays Dates
Latestly
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July 3, 2025
New Delhi, July 03: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the list of bank holidays for July 2025, with banks across various regions scheduled to remain shut on seven dates for state-specific observances. These closures apply to both public...
Thailand’s Trade Dept. reports 13.46% growth in FTA-utilized exports in first four months of 2025, ASEAN leads the way
Pattaya Mail
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July 2, 2025
Thailand’s exports using Free Trade Agreements soar 13.46% in early 2025, with ASEAN leading growth and new markets on the horizon. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Department of Foreign Trade under Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce revealed that exports...
Bhutani bats for PACS evolving as One-Stop Rural Service Hubs
Indian Cooperative
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July 2, 2025
The Secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation, Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, inaugurated a national workshop on “Emerging Technologies in PACS” at PHD House, New Delhi, where he strongly advocated for the transformation of Primary Agricultural Credit...