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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In Bhutan, Chief Justice Marvels At 'Harmony', Recalls 2013 Bollywood Film - NDTVIn Bhutan, Chief Justice Marvels At 'Harmony', Recalls 2013 Bollywood Film  NDTV

India and Bhutan review bilateral security cooperation, border management - The HinduIndia and Bhutan review bilateral security cooperation, border management  The Hindu

Two law clerk posts in SC to be open for Bhutan law graduates every year: CJI Gavai - The New Indian ExpressTwo law clerk posts in SC to be open for Bhutan law graduates every year: CJI Gavai  The New Indian Express

India, Bhutan review border security; discuss mobile signal spillover, cross-border movement - Times of IndiaIndia, Bhutan review border security; discuss mobile signal spillover, cross-border movement  Times of India

CJI Gavai Talks At Length About Nawazuddin-Starrer ‘Lunchbox’ In Bhutan. Here's Why - Times NowCJI Gavai Talks At Length About Nawazuddin-Starrer ‘Lunchbox’ In Bhutan. Here's Why  Times Now

CJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, PM; announces law clerk positions for Bhutanese Graduates at Supreme Court - Tribune IndiaCJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, PM; announces law clerk positions for Bhutanese Graduates at Supreme Court  Tribune India

King Jigme of Bhutan expresses condolences over the passing of Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother - Nation ThailandKing Jigme of Bhutan expresses condolences over the passing of Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother  Nation Thailand

CJI Gavai meets King of Bhutan; announces two Law Clerk positions at SC for Bhutanese law graduates - LawBeatCJI Gavai meets King of Bhutan; announces two Law Clerk positions at SC for Bhutanese law graduates  LawBeat

Two Law Clerk Positions In Supreme Court To Be Open For Bhutan Law Graduates, Announces CJI BR Gavai - Live LawTwo Law Clerk Positions In Supreme Court To Be Open For Bhutan Law Graduates, Announces CJI BR Gavai  Live Law

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

CJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, PM; announces law clerk positions for Bhutanese Graduates at Supreme Court - The Economic TimesCJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, PM; announces law clerk positions for Bhutanese Graduates at Supreme Court  The Economic Times

CJI Gavai Holds Meetings With Bhutanese King Wangchuck, PM Tobgay During Bhutan Visit - ETV BharatCJI Gavai Holds Meetings With Bhutanese King Wangchuck, PM Tobgay During Bhutan Visit  ETV Bharat

SC Offers Two Law Clerk Posts To Bhutanese Law Graduates Annually - Odisha BytesSC Offers Two Law Clerk Posts To Bhutanese Law Graduates Annually  Odisha Bytes

India and Bhutan to set up two cross border rail links to connect two important cities of Bhutan with Assam and West Bengal - NewsonairIndia and Bhutan to set up two cross border rail links to connect two important cities of Bhutan with Assam and West Bengal  Newsonair

Jaipur Airport launches direct flights to Bhutan & Vietnam: Adds 3 new domestic cities in winter schedule; ... - Bhaskar EnglishJaipur Airport launches direct flights to Bhutan & Vietnam: Adds 3 new domestic cities in winter schedule; ...  Bhaskar English

Bhutan should compensate Bengal for floods, says CM Mamata Banerjee - The Indian ExpressBhutan should compensate Bengal for floods, says CM Mamata Banerjee  The Indian Express

India And Bhutan Sign MoU on Technical Cooperation in Agriculture and Allied Sectors - PIBIndia And Bhutan Sign MoU on Technical Cooperation in Agriculture and Allied Sectors  PIB

CJI Gavai cites Indian film “The Lunchbox” during speech at Bhutan, reflects on country's uniqueness - LawBeatCJI Gavai cites Indian film “The Lunchbox” during speech at Bhutan, reflects on country's uniqueness  LawBeat

Bhutan should compensate for North Bengal floods, says Mamata - The HinduBhutan should compensate for North Bengal floods, says Mamata  The Hindu

Bhutan thanks Indian Army: Helicopters deployed after flash floods; stranded workers airlifted - Times of IndiaBhutan thanks Indian Army: Helicopters deployed after flash floods; stranded workers airlifted  Times of India

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

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

Bhutan Flood Rescue Successful With Support from Indian Army - NewsonairBhutan Flood Rescue Successful With Support from Indian Army  Newsonair

Courts are also educators, every judgment should be a lesson in democracy: CJI BR Gavai in Bhutan - Bar and BenchCourts are also educators, every judgment should be a lesson in democracy: CJI BR Gavai in Bhutan  Bar and Bench

Bhutan – National SLCP Plan and Methane Roadmap - Climate and Clean Air CoalitionBhutan – National SLCP Plan and Methane Roadmap  Climate and Clean Air Coalition

Kovai duo imports 16 vehicles from Bhutan using forged docus: ED - Times of IndiaKovai duo imports 16 vehicles from Bhutan using forged docus: ED  Times of India

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

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

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

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

CJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, reaffirms commitment to strengthening India–Bhutan relations - Social News XYZCJI Gavai meets Bhutan King, reaffirms commitment to strengthening India–Bhutan relations  Social News XYZ

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Operation Numkhor: Bhutan authorities evince interest in joining probe in crackdown on luxury vehicle smuggling - The HinduOperation Numkhor: Bhutan authorities evince interest in joining probe in crackdown on luxury vehicle smuggling  The Hindu

Taking the train to Bhutan: After 20 years of efforts, how India is extending its Railways grid to the Himalayan nation - The Indian ExpressTaking the train to Bhutan: After 20 years of efforts, how India is extending its Railways grid to the Himalayan nation  The Indian Express

Indian Army joins in rescue of people hit by floods in Bhutan - The Economic TimesIndian Army joins in rescue of people hit by floods in Bhutan  The Economic Times

Earthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan - The Economic TimesEarthquake of magnitude 3.1 strikes Bhutan  The Economic Times

India Announces 2 Cross-Border Rail Links With Bhutan - NDTVIndia Announces 2 Cross-Border Rail Links With Bhutan  NDTV

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

Bhutan Integrates National Identity Platform with Ethereum Blockchain - Buddhistdoor GlobalBhutan Integrates National Identity Platform with Ethereum Blockchain  Buddhistdoor Global

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

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

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

India and Bhutan will build the first cross-border railway - TRT WorldIndia and Bhutan will build the first cross-border railway  TRT World

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

eDNA reveals snow leopard presence in Bhutan’s mountain rivers - World Wildlife FundeDNA reveals snow leopard presence in Bhutan’s mountain rivers  World Wildlife Fund

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

GIEWS Country Brief: The Kingdom of Bhutan: 21-October-2025 - ReliefWebGIEWS Country Brief: The Kingdom of Bhutan: 21-October-2025  ReliefWeb

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

Adani Power Rises 3.2% on 570 MW Bhutan JV Launch - HDFC SkyAdani Power Rises 3.2% on 570 MW Bhutan JV Launch  HDFC Sky

Bharat Scouts and Guides inducts members of Bhutan Scouts Association in New Delhi - PIBBharat Scouts and Guides inducts members of Bhutan Scouts Association in New Delhi  PIB

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

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

Bhutan - Climate and Clean Air CoalitionBhutan  Climate and Clean Air Coalition

Stella Jean and Mountain Partnership launch Bhutan ethical fashion collection - Food and Agriculture OrganizationStella Jean and Mountain Partnership launch Bhutan ethical fashion collection  Food and Agriculture Organization

Bhutan initiated its second Joint External Evaluation (JEE) of the International Health Regulations core capacities on 16th June 2025 - World Health Organization (WHO)Bhutan initiated its second Joint External Evaluation (JEE) of the International Health Regulations core capacities on 16th June 2025  World Health Organization (WHO)

The "Happy Chinese New Year" 2025 Bhutan Session Held in Thimphu - ????????The "Happy Chinese New Year" 2025 Bhutan Session Held in Thimphu  ????????

Brain drain in Bhutan: its impacts and countermeasures - SpringerOpenBrain drain in Bhutan: its impacts and countermeasures  SpringerOpen

Bhutan charts new course for eye health by 2030 - World Health Organization (WHO)Bhutan charts new course for eye health by 2030  World Health Organization (WHO)

Uttarakhand eases UCC rules for marriages with partners from Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet - The New Indian ExpressUttarakhand eases UCC rules for marriages with partners from Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet  The New Indian Express

Army chief in Bhutan to bolster ties amid China’s continuing build-up at Doklam - Times of IndiaArmy chief in Bhutan to bolster ties amid China’s continuing build-up at Doklam  Times of India

Army Chief embarks on four-day visit to Bhutan - The HinduArmy Chief embarks on four-day visit to Bhutan  The Hindu

‘Neighbouring country should pay for damages’: CM blames Bhutan for north Bengal floods - Telegraph India‘Neighbouring country should pay for damages’: CM blames Bhutan for north Bengal floods  Telegraph India

New tourism rules in Bhutan: Why I feel they are for the better - Team-BHPNew tourism rules in Bhutan: Why I feel they are for the better  Team-BHP

Bhutan pays electricity bill of this West Bengal Kali temple, here’s why - MoneycontrolBhutan pays electricity bill of this West Bengal Kali temple, here’s why  Moneycontrol

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

Bhutanese King Visits Assam’s Key Connectivity Hubs, Reinforces India-Bhutan Ties under ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy - NewsonairBhutanese King Visits Assam’s Key Connectivity Hubs, Reinforces India-Bhutan Ties under ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy  Newsonair

AI Meets Governance: Bhutan Civil Servants Trained in AI and Media & Information Literacy - unesco.orgAI Meets Governance: Bhutan Civil Servants Trained in AI and Media & Information Literacy  unesco.org

India builds road in Bhutan for strategic access near China border - India TodayIndia builds road in Bhutan for strategic access near China border  India Today

Bhutan launches Parliament–Media Network - International IDEABhutan launches Parliament–Media Network  International IDEA

5 Reasons Why Bhutan Should Be Next On Your Travel List - NDTV5 Reasons Why Bhutan Should Be Next On Your Travel List  NDTV

Young Bhutan and the World: A Preliminary Survey of Perceptions on Foreign Policy - orfonline.orgYoung Bhutan and the World: A Preliminary Survey of Perceptions on Foreign Policy  orfonline.org

Indian Army assists in swift flood rescue operation in Bhutan - Tribune IndiaIndian Army assists in swift flood rescue operation in Bhutan  Tribune India

Narrating Highland Heritages of Bhutan - Universiteit LeidenNarrating Highland Heritages of Bhutan  Universiteit Leiden

Bhutan's Race Against Time: Building Resilience in the Land of the Thunder Dragon - World Bank BlogsBhutan's Race Against Time: Building Resilience in the Land of the Thunder Dragon  World Bank Blogs

UN Experts Find Bhutan Illegally Holding Political Prisoners - Human Rights WatchUN Experts Find Bhutan Illegally Holding Political Prisoners  Human Rights Watch

Bhutan and the World Bank dare to dream big - World Bank BlogsBhutan and the World Bank dare to dream big  World Bank Blogs

Bhutan Launches a National IP Strategy Development Project with WIPO - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationBhutan Launches a National IP Strategy Development Project with WIPO  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

India builds strategic road in Bhutan's Haa valley near disputed border of Doklam - Deccan HeraldIndia builds strategic road in Bhutan's Haa valley near disputed border of Doklam  Deccan Herald

Huma Qureshi Undertakes Bhutan's Famous Tiger's Nest Trek - Here's How You Can Too - NDTVHuma Qureshi Undertakes Bhutan's Famous Tiger's Nest Trek - Here's How You Can Too  NDTV

Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan not required to carry passport, visa for entering India, as earlier: MHA - Deccan HeraldCitizens of Nepal, Bhutan not required to carry passport, visa for entering India, as earlier: MHA  Deccan Herald

Scientists Tested Water From a River in Bhutan — and It Revealed Traces of an Endangered Predator - Green MattersScientists Tested Water From a River in Bhutan — and It Revealed Traces of an Endangered Predator  Green Matters

From Melting Glaciers to Rising Seas: ADBI Hosts Bhutan Conference on Climate-Resilient Agriculture - Asian Development BankFrom Melting Glaciers to Rising Seas: ADBI Hosts Bhutan Conference on Climate-Resilient Agriculture  Asian Development Bank

Project report on Assam-Bhutan railway line submitted - The HinduProject report on Assam-Bhutan railway line submitted  The Hindu

Bhutan’s MPs sharpen parliamentary communication skills - International IDEABhutan’s MPs sharpen parliamentary communication skills  International IDEA

Bhutan King arrives in Maha Kumbh; takes dip at sangam - The HinduBhutan King arrives in Maha Kumbh; takes dip at sangam  The Hindu

I attended a fascinating festival in Bhutan and understood why it is one of the happiest countries in the world - Vogue IndiaI attended a fascinating festival in Bhutan and understood why it is one of the happiest countries in the world  Vogue India

India, Bhutan enjoy exemplary ties of friendship, cooperation: Ministry of External Affairs - The HinduIndia, Bhutan enjoy exemplary ties of friendship, cooperation: Ministry of External Affairs  The Hindu

Snow Leopard Numbers Jump in Bhutan - World Wildlife FundSnow Leopard Numbers Jump in Bhutan  World Wildlife Fund

Bhutan - Welcome to the United NationsBhutan  Welcome to the United Nations

Mining Policy Framework Assessment: Bhutan - International Institute for Sustainable DevelopmentMining Policy Framework Assessment: Bhutan  International Institute for Sustainable Development

India-Bhutan relations | Current Affairs - Vision IASIndia-Bhutan relations | Current Affairs  Vision IAS

Royal Government of Bhutan, Conservation International, Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation & Bhutan Ecological Society Formalize Partnership to Scale Up Forest Restoration & Protection Efforts - Conservation InternationalRoyal Government of Bhutan, Conservation International, Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation & Bhutan Ecological Society Formalize Partnership to Scale Up Forest Restoration & Protection Efforts  Conservation International

Bhutan targets food self-sufficiency by 2029 - Food and Agriculture OrganizationBhutan targets food self-sufficiency by 2029  Food and Agriculture Organization