Bhutan

Country Bhutan
Capital Thimphu
Continent Asia(South Asia)
Currency Bhutanese Ngultrum(BTN)
Languages Dzongkha

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In 1865, Britain and Bhutan signed the Treaty of Sinchulu, under which Bhutan would receive an annual subsidy in exchange for ceding some border land to British India. Under British influence, a monarchy was set up in 1907; three years later, a treaty was signed whereby the British agreed not to interfere in Bhutanese internal affairs and Bhutan allowed Britain to direct its foreign affairs. This role was assumed by independent India after 1947. Two years later, a formal Indo-Bhutanese accord returned the areas of Bhutan annexed by the British, formalized the annual subsidies the country received, and defined India's responsibilities in defense and foreign relations. A refugee issue of over 100,000 Bhutanese in Nepal remains unresolved; 90% of the refugees are housed in seven United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) camps. In March 2005, King Jigme Singye WANGCHUCK unveiled the government's draft constitution - which would introduce major democratic reforms - and pledged to hold a national referendum for its approval. In December 2006, the King abdicated the throne to his son, Jigme Khesar Namgyel WANGCHUCK, in order to give him experience as head of state before the democratic transition. In early 2007, India and Bhutan renegotiated their treaty to allow Bhutan greater autonomy in conducting its foreign policy, although Thimphu continues to coordinate policy decisions in this area with New Delhi. In July 2007, seven ministers of Bhutan's ten-member cabinet resigned to join the political process, and the cabinet acted as a caretaker regime until democratic elections for seats to the country's first parliament were completed in March 2008. The king ratified the country's first constitution in July 2008.

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Bhutan - Wikipedia
Bhutan - CIA World Fact Book
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Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan - The Economic TimesEarthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan  The Economic Times

Bhutan to Coimbatore: How high-end cars ‘smuggled into India’ ended up in Mollywood actors’ garages - ThePrint
  1. Bhutan to Coimbatore: How high-end cars ‘smuggled into India’ ended up in Mollywood actors’ garages  ThePrint
  2. Kerala luxury cars smuggling: ED finds links with ex-Bhutan Army man; Coimbatore duo under scanner | Latest News India  Hindustan Times
  3. Kovai duo imports 16 vehicles from Bhutan using forged docus: ED  Times of India


Centre responds to Mamata, says coordinating with Bhutan on trans-border river management, flash floods - The New Indian ExpressCentre responds to Mamata, says coordinating with Bhutan on trans-border river management, flash floods  The New Indian Express

Renewables have now passed coal globally – and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal - The ConversationRenewables have now passed coal globally – and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal  The Conversation

Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan - MintEarthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan  Mint

Thailand, Maldives, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bhutan, Nepal, And Sri Lanka Open Doors With Hassle-Free Entry And Easy Visa Options For Indian Citizens - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, Maldives, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bhutan, Nepal, And Sri Lanka Open Doors With Hassle-Free Entry And Easy Visa Options For Indian Citizens  Travel And Tour World

Foreign victims:CS to speak to Del, Nepal, Bhutan - Times of IndiaForeign victims:CS to speak to Del, Nepal, Bhutan  Times of India

North Bengal floods: Drifting logs from 'govt timber depot in Bhutan' may have worsened damage, say exper - Times of IndiaNorth Bengal floods: Drifting logs from 'govt timber depot in Bhutan' may have worsened damage, say exper  Times of India

Mamata Banerjee blames the Centre, Sikkim, Bhutan, Bihar, UP, Jharkhand for floods - OpIndiaMamata Banerjee blames the Centre, Sikkim, Bhutan, Bihar, UP, Jharkhand for floods  OpIndia

Bhutan car smuggling case: ED raids actor Mammootty, Dulquer Salmaan, and Prithviraj’s residences in Kerala - Deccan HeraldBhutan car smuggling case: ED raids actor Mammootty, Dulquer Salmaan, and Prithviraj’s residences in Kerala  Deccan Herald

Indian Army joins in rescue of people hit by floods in Bhutan - The HinduIndian Army joins in rescue of people hit by floods in Bhutan  The Hindu

Tala Dam in Bhutan overtopped following heavy rainfall - International Water PowerTala Dam in Bhutan overtopped following heavy rainfall  International Water Power

Amid Darjeeling Deluge, North Bengal Gets A Flood Warning From Bhutan - NDTVAmid Darjeeling Deluge, North Bengal Gets A Flood Warning From Bhutan  NDTV

India, Bhutan Sign MoU to Establish First Cross-Border Railway Links - NewsonairIndia, Bhutan Sign MoU to Establish First Cross-Border Railway Links  Newsonair

Bengal on flood alert: Bhutan issues warning after heavy rains; Darjeeling landslides kill 18, NDRF on high alert - MintBengal on flood alert: Bhutan issues warning after heavy rains; Darjeeling landslides kill 18, NDRF on high alert  Mint

ED: Coimbatore racket forged NOCs to smuggle Bhutan cars - Tribune IndiaED: Coimbatore racket forged NOCs to smuggle Bhutan cars  Tribune India

Bhutan's Tala Dam overflow sparks flood threat in Dooars, NDRF on ‘highest alert level’ - Telegraph IndiaBhutan's Tala Dam overflow sparks flood threat in Dooars, NDRF on ‘highest alert level’  Telegraph India

Bhutan dam malfunction: Flood fears rise in North Bengal; NDRF on highest alert - Times of IndiaBhutan dam malfunction: Flood fears rise in North Bengal; NDRF on highest alert  Times of India

Amid Darjeeling devastation, major flood alert for Bengal as dam overflowing in Bhutan | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesAmid Darjeeling devastation, major flood alert for Bengal as dam overflowing in Bhutan | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

Two railway links to offer easy connectivity to Bhutan - The HinduTwo railway links to offer easy connectivity to Bhutan  The Hindu

Flash floods alert in Bengal: Bhutan's Tala dam overflows amid torrential rains; NDRF on 'highest alert' - Times of IndiaFlash floods alert in Bengal: Bhutan's Tala dam overflows amid torrential rains; NDRF on 'highest alert'  Times of India

Heavy rain and Bhutan water surge: North Bengal tea gardens submerged - Times of IndiaHeavy rain and Bhutan water surge: North Bengal tea gardens submerged  Times of India

ED raids Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's residences; Links to Bhutan car smuggling, FEMA viola - Times of IndiaED raids Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's residences; Links to Bhutan car smuggling, FEMA viola  Times of India

Bhutan in INR 25,000: A dream itinerary (travel included) - Times of IndiaBhutan in INR 25,000: A dream itinerary (travel included)  Times of India

Darjeeling Landslides Claim 28 Lives, Bhutan Dam Overflow Worsens North Bengal Floods - outlookbusiness.comDarjeeling Landslides Claim 28 Lives, Bhutan Dam Overflow Worsens North Bengal Floods  outlookbusiness.com

Bhutan Issues Flood Warning To West Bengal After Dam Overflow, NDRF On 'Highest Alert' - News18Bhutan Issues Flood Warning To West Bengal After Dam Overflow, NDRF On 'Highest Alert'  News18

Lee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan - Macau BusinessLee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan  Macau Business

In the shadow of China flexing across South Asia, India’s new railway links with Bhutan matter - The Indian ExpressIn the shadow of China flexing across South Asia, India’s new railway links with Bhutan matter  The Indian Express

India–Bhutan Announce First Cross-Border Railway Projects: All You Need To Know - Outlook TravellerIndia–Bhutan Announce First Cross-Border Railway Projects: All You Need To Know  Outlook Traveller

Darjeeling landslide: 28 dead, many still missing; Bhutan warns West Bengal as Tala dam overflows - MoneycontrolDarjeeling landslide: 28 dead, many still missing; Bhutan warns West Bengal as Tala dam overflows  Moneycontrol

Bhutan warns of flooding in North Bengal after dam overflow - News Arena IndiaBhutan warns of flooding in North Bengal after dam overflow  News Arena India

Pre-owned car smuggling from Bhutan into Kerala could have been caught through VIN check, say officials - The HinduPre-owned car smuggling from Bhutan into Kerala could have been caught through VIN check, say officials  The Hindu

Customs seizes 36 vehicles suspected to have been smuggled in from Bhutan - The HinduCustoms seizes 36 vehicles suspected to have been smuggled in from Bhutan  The Hindu

Bhutan car smuggling case: ED conducts raids at actor Dulquer Salmaan’s and Prithviraj’s residences - Deccan HeraldBhutan car smuggling case: ED conducts raids at actor Dulquer Salmaan’s and Prithviraj’s residences  Deccan Herald

Dulquer Salman, Prithviraj homes searched in crackdown on Bhutan-linked luxury car racket - Business TodayDulquer Salman, Prithviraj homes searched in crackdown on Bhutan-linked luxury car racket  Business Today

North Bengal On High Alert: Bhutan Dam Failure Threatens Dooars As Darjeeling Reels From Deadly Landslides - Zee NewsNorth Bengal On High Alert: Bhutan Dam Failure Threatens Dooars As Darjeeling Reels From Deadly Landslides  Zee News

In Bhutan, water is clean at source, unsafe at the tap - Asia News NetworkIn Bhutan, water is clean at source, unsafe at the tap  Asia News Network

Luxury car smuggling via Bhutan: ED raids 17 sites including properties of Dulquer, Prithviraj, Amith Chakkalackal - OnmanoramaLuxury car smuggling via Bhutan: ED raids 17 sites including properties of Dulquer, Prithviraj, Amith Chakkalackal  Onmanorama

Landslides, Flood Threats, And Chaos—What’s Happening In North Bengal Right Now - Outlook TravellerLandslides, Flood Threats, And Chaos—What’s Happening In North Bengal Right Now  Outlook Traveller

Bhutan – National SLCP Plan and Methane Roadmap - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Bhutan – National SLCP Plan and Methane Roadmap  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Centre counters Mamata’s ‘discrimination’ charge: Released over ?1,290 crore to Bengal under flood management - The HinduCentre counters Mamata’s ‘discrimination’ charge: Released over ?1,290 crore to Bengal under flood management  The Hindu

Coimbatore racket used forged NOCs, hawala channels to smuggle 16 luxury cars from Bhutan: ED - OnmanoramaCoimbatore racket used forged NOCs, hawala channels to smuggle 16 luxury cars from Bhutan: ED  Onmanorama

Bhutan PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay Begins Official Visit to India Today - NewsonairBhutan PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay Begins Official Visit to India Today  Newsonair

India's Chicken's Neck gets rail spine - India TodayIndia's Chicken's Neck gets rail spine  India Today

Mamata Demands Bengal's Representation In Indo-Bhutan River Commission - ETV BharatMamata Demands Bengal's Representation In Indo-Bhutan River Commission  ETV Bharat

Operation Numkhor: Smuggling of luxury cars from Bhutan into Kerala to face wider probe by central agencies - The HinduOperation Numkhor: Smuggling of luxury cars from Bhutan into Kerala to face wider probe by central agencies  The Hindu

Royal Bhutan Buddhist Temple Inaugurated in Rajgir, Bihar - NewsonairRoyal Bhutan Buddhist Temple Inaugurated in Rajgir, Bihar  Newsonair

Bhutan car smuggling case: ED raids homes of Mammootty, Dulquer, Prithviraj - madhyamamonline.comBhutan car smuggling case: ED raids homes of Mammootty, Dulquer, Prithviraj  madhyamamonline.com

CM to woo NE, Bhutan investors in Guwahati today - Times of IndiaCM to woo NE, Bhutan investors in Guwahati today  Times of India

Bhutan’s King Launches Pelsung: Guardians of Prosperity - Daily BhutanBhutan’s King Launches Pelsung: Guardians of Prosperity  Daily Bhutan

From India to Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet — a grim reminder from Mother Nature again - TehelkaFrom India to Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet — a grim reminder from Mother Nature again  Tehelka

RBI permits AD banks in Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka to lend in rupees; NRI rules eased - The Economic TimesRBI permits AD banks in Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka to lend in rupees; NRI rules eased  The Economic Times

ED raids 17 sites in luxury car smuggling via Bhutan, Nepal; actors Prithviraj, Dulquer among those searched - CNBC TV18ED raids 17 sites in luxury car smuggling via Bhutan, Nepal; actors Prithviraj, Dulquer among those searched  CNBC TV18

India, Bhutan clear first-ever rail link projects to boost connectivity and trade - MoneycontrolIndia, Bhutan clear first-ever rail link projects to boost connectivity and trade  Moneycontrol

Floods wash Bhutan timber into Torsha; Cooch Behar villagers risk lives for firewood - Telegraph IndiaFloods wash Bhutan timber into Torsha; Cooch Behar villagers risk lives for firewood  Telegraph India

Bhutanese artist Pema Tshering on visualising Buddhist philosophy - The Indian ExpressBhutanese artist Pema Tshering on visualising Buddhist philosophy  The Indian Express

India and Bhutan hold 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting in Thimphu, Bhutan, on 24th-25th April 2025 - PIBIndia and Bhutan hold 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting in Thimphu, Bhutan, on 24th-25th April 2025  PIB

Kerala Celebs Under Lens As Probe Agency Takes Up Bhutan Car Smuggling Case - NDTVKerala Celebs Under Lens As Probe Agency Takes Up Bhutan Car Smuggling Case  NDTV

Bhutan car smuggling; Lightning search at houses of Mammootty and Dulquer - Kerala KaumudiBhutan car smuggling; Lightning search at houses of Mammootty and Dulquer  Kerala Kaumudi

Bhutan Rises to Fourth in Condé Nast Traveller’s Best Countries List - Daily BhutanBhutan Rises to Fourth in Condé Nast Traveller’s Best Countries List  Daily Bhutan

India, Bhutan sign MoU on technical cooperation in Agro & allied sectors - NewsonairIndia, Bhutan sign MoU on technical cooperation in Agro & allied sectors  Newsonair

‘Bhutan waters drown Bengal while Delhi sleeps”: Mamata slams Centre as death toll hits 30 - Mathrubhumi English‘Bhutan waters drown Bengal while Delhi sleeps”: Mamata slams Centre as death toll hits 30  Mathrubhumi English

India-Bhutan Rail Links: Strategic Check on China’s Influence - Deccan HeraldIndia-Bhutan Rail Links: Strategic Check on China’s Influence  Deccan Herald

Indian Army conducts humanitarian assistance, disaster relief ops in flood-hit Bhutan - IANS LIVEIndian Army conducts humanitarian assistance, disaster relief ops in flood-hit Bhutan  IANS LIVE

Lee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan - The Lufkin Daily NewsLee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan  The Lufkin Daily News

ED raids on actors Prithviraj, Dulquer Salman houses on alleged luxury vehicle smuggling from Bhutan - BusinessLineED raids on actors Prithviraj, Dulquer Salman houses on alleged luxury vehicle smuggling from Bhutan  BusinessLine

India, Bhutan to connect by rail for the first time with total outlay of Rs 4,033 crore - The Economic TimesIndia, Bhutan to connect by rail for the first time with total outlay of Rs 4,033 crore  The Economic Times

Home Ministry says, citizens of Nepal and Bhutan entering India by land or air will not be required to furnish passport or visa, as earlier - NewsonairHome Ministry says, citizens of Nepal and Bhutan entering India by land or air will not be required to furnish passport or visa, as earlier  Newsonair

Indian Army Rescues Civilians In Flood-Hit Bhutan Amid Challenging Conditions - NDTVIndian Army Rescues Civilians In Flood-Hit Bhutan Amid Challenging Conditions  NDTV

Renewables have now passed coal globally — and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal - Down To EarthRenewables have now passed coal globally — and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal  Down To Earth

The Foundation and Tintefish to expand football activities at social sports schools in Bhutan - realmadrid.comThe Foundation and Tintefish to expand football activities at social sports schools in Bhutan  realmadrid.com

Darjeeling landslide news: 23 killed in WB district, 52 dead in Nepal; flood alert in Bengal as Bhutan dam overflows | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesDarjeeling landslide news: 23 killed in WB district, 52 dead in Nepal; flood alert in Bengal as Bhutan dam overflows | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

Bhutan vehicles, agents in Himachal, buyers in Kerala: Will raids at film stars’ homes open Pandora’s box? - Mathrubhumi EnglishBhutan vehicles, agents in Himachal, buyers in Kerala: Will raids at film stars’ homes open Pandora’s box?  Mathrubhumi English

India, Bhutan hold talks on trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties - The Economic TimesIndia, Bhutan hold talks on trade, connectivity and people-to-people ties  The Economic Times

Bhutanese Singers Trained in Western Vocal Techniques - Passionate In MarketingBhutanese Singers Trained in Western Vocal Techniques  Passionate In Marketing

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay to visit India from September 3-6 - DD NewsBhutan PM Tshering Tobgay to visit India from September 3-6  DD News

SC stray dog order: How Bhutan achieved 100% sterilisation, Netherlands formed a pet police force - The Indian ExpressSC stray dog order: How Bhutan achieved 100% sterilisation, Netherlands formed a pet police force  The Indian Express

Challenges Impacting Bhutan's Gross National Happiness in the 21st Century - PR NewswireChallenges Impacting Bhutan's Gross National Happiness in the 21st Century  PR Newswire

TMC MP highlights Centre’s neglect in formation of Indo-Bhutan river panel - The StatesmanTMC MP highlights Centre’s neglect in formation of Indo-Bhutan river panel  The Statesman

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Clean Power for Women Entrepreneurs in Bhutan” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Clean Power for Women Entrepreneurs in Bhutan”  fundsforNGOs

Bhutan’s Pragmatic Pivot on Tibet - orfonline.orgBhutan’s Pragmatic Pivot on Tibet  orfonline.org

ED Raids Dulquer Salmaan, Mammootty & Other Filmstars Again Over Bhutan Luxury Car Smuggling Case - DriveSparkED Raids Dulquer Salmaan, Mammootty & Other Filmstars Again Over Bhutan Luxury Car Smuggling Case  DriveSpark

A late monsoon sting in the tale in the Himalayas - eos.orgA late monsoon sting in the tale in the Himalayas  eos.org

Bhutan PM Tobgay visits Ram temple in Ayodhya - The HinduBhutan PM Tobgay visits Ram temple in Ayodhya  The Hindu

ED conducts raids on Malayalam stars in Bhutan luxury car smuggling case - National HeraldED conducts raids on Malayalam stars in Bhutan luxury car smuggling case  National Herald

EAM S Jaishankar Meets Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, Hails Strong Bilateral Ties - NewsonairEAM S Jaishankar Meets Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, Hails Strong Bilateral Ties  Newsonair

India-Bhutan discuss bilateral ties, trade, connectivity - News Arena IndiaIndia-Bhutan discuss bilateral ties, trade, connectivity  News Arena India

Bhutan’s PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay visits Nalanda University in Rajgir - The HinduBhutan’s PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay visits Nalanda University in Rajgir  The Hindu

Operation Numkhor: Bhutan’s vintage SUVs fuel smuggling racket, Kerala buyers face tax fraud crackdown - OnmanoramaOperation Numkhor: Bhutan’s vintage SUVs fuel smuggling racket, Kerala buyers face tax fraud crackdown  Onmanorama

Bhutans Tala Dam overflow sparks flood alert in Bengal, NDRF on highest alert - Tribune IndiaBhutans Tala Dam overflow sparks flood alert in Bengal, NDRF on highest alert  Tribune India

DGFT Grants Exemption for Export of Key Agricultural Commodities to Bhutan from All Export Restrictions - TaxscanDGFT Grants Exemption for Export of Key Agricultural Commodities to Bhutan from All Export Restrictions  Taxscan

India, Bhutan agree to make suitable revisions for some PTA projects - NewsonairIndia, Bhutan agree to make suitable revisions for some PTA projects  Newsonair

MP Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Bhutan Consul General to interact with investors - The Sentinel - of this Land, for its PeopleMP Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Bhutan Consul General to interact with investors  The Sentinel - of this Land, for its People

27 people, including one Nepali and Bhutanese, lost their lives in North Bengal floods: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee - The News Mill27 people, including one Nepali and Bhutanese, lost their lives in North Bengal floods: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee  The News Mill

Bhutan Car Smuggling Investigation: ED Conducts Raids at the Homes of Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran - zoomtventertainment.comBhutan Car Smuggling Investigation: ED Conducts Raids at the Homes of Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran  zoomtventertainment.com

Bhutan Car Smuggling Case: ED Raid At Mammootty, Dulquer & Prithviraj's Houses; Properties Under Scanner - FilmibeatBhutan Car Smuggling Case: ED Raid At Mammootty, Dulquer & Prithviraj's Houses; Properties Under Scanner  Filmibeat

Bhutanese youth speak up: Lawmakers hear bold ideas for a more inclusive future - International IDEABhutanese youth speak up: Lawmakers hear bold ideas for a more inclusive future  International IDEA

Lee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan - Voice of AlexandriaLee Kum Kee Global Culinary Immersion Programme Debuts in Bhutan  Voice of Alexandria

Bhutan Car Smuggling Case: Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Residences Face ED Raids - Times NowBhutan Car Smuggling Case: Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran's Residences Face ED Raids  Times Now

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs through Renewable Energy in Bhutan” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs through Renewable Energy in Bhutan”  fundsforNGOs