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  • Top 10 most mountainous countries in the world

    Discover the top 10 most mountainous countries in the world, from Bhutan and Nepal to Chile. Explore stunning peaks, high-altitude landscapes, and unique mountain cultures.

  • Tata Power targets data centres as new growth engine; aims 100% clean energy supply by 2030: CEO Praveer Sinha

    Tata Power has 5.4 GW of projects in pipeline and we will be able to complete all this in the next two years. So, any new bid that we win will come only in the third year. This is in fact the current scenario for the entire renewable energy sector in India, which is why the government is reassessing its scale of tendering such projects, Sinha said.

  • Tata Power to set up 10GW solar ingot and wafer plant in India

    Tata Power reported a marginal decline in its consolidated net profit for the second quarter of FY26, coming in at Rs 919.4 crore, down 0.7 percent year-on-year from Rs 926.5 crore. CEO Praveer Sinha attributed this to heavy monsoon across India which dampened electricity demand.

  • Bhutan's first train ride begins with India's Rs 4,000-crore push

    Physically linking the two economies, the new railways are expected to boost commerce, expand people-to-people ties, and strengthen India's presence in the eastern Himalayas amid growing Chinese influence

  • India and Bhutan announce first-ever cross-border rail links: All you need to know

    India and Bhutan set to roll out two cross-border rail links worth Rs 4,033 Cr. Discover all about the Kokrajhar–Gelephu and Banarhat–Samtse routes, construction plans, and how these projects will boost travel, trade, and connectivity between the nations.

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

    Two major new lines have been cleared: the Kokrajhar-Gelephu route and the Banarhat-Samtse route, aimed at boosting cross-border trade, movement, and regional integration.

  • At UNGA, Russia, Bhutan and BRICS rally behind India’s bid for permanent UNSC seat

    Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay made a direct appeal for change, describing India and Japan as “deserving nations” for permanent membership.

  • International Red Panda Day 2025: Date, history and significance

    Red pandas are threatened by dwindling forests, poaching and the illegal pet trade. Their population declined significantly, with less than 10,000 still in the wild.

  • Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan not required to carry passport, visa for entering India, says MHA's new directive

    Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan, along with Indians arriving from these countries by land or air, will no longer need a passport or visa to enter India, says MHA in its new directive.

  • Bhutan prime minister to visit Ram temple in Ayodhya on Friday

    Ayodhya district magistrate Nikhil Tikaram Funde said the local administration will extend a red-carpet welcome to the visiting dignitary, and a special banquet will be hosted in his honour at a hotel in Ayodhya.

  • Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

    The black-necked crane, a rare and graceful bird of the Himalaya, is admired for its striking beauty, cultural significance and fragile existence in high-altitude wetlands, where it continues to inspire conservation.

  • India’s power demand could see an uptick from August-end: Tata Power CEO

    Praveer Sinha, CEO of Tata Power, also said the company plans to double its rooftop solar business from the current 25,000 installations per month to 50,000 by the end of FY26.

  • Inside Bhutan’s push to become a crypto hub

    Bhutan recently launched its first crypto use case by allowing payments through Binance Pay to attract tourists. The government believes enabling crypto tourism would also be a boon for the small and medium enterprises

  • 5 Reasons to Add Bhutan to Your Travel Bucket List

    Discover why Bhutan, the world’s only carbon-negative country, should top your travel bucket list. Explore its unique high-value, low-impact tourism, breathtaking natural and cultural sites, eco-friendly stays, and mindful travel practices. Experience sustainable travel in the serene Eastern Himalayas where every visit supports the environment and local communities.

  • Exclusive | India-Bhutan renew talks for hydropower project

    Raj Kumar Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC Ltd told Moneycontrol that other than its operational hydropower capacity of 6,571 MW, the company has an additional 9,314 MW of hydro capacities under construction.

  • Bhutan on a Budget: 7-day backpacker’s guide to scenic beauty and adventure

    Explore Bhutan on a budget with this 7-day guide! Discover scenic beauty, culture, and adventure while saving on travel, accommodation, and meals.

  • Bhutan studying green financing for $23 billion hydropower plan

    The country, which has mostly met its financing needs through a combination of concessional loans and grants from long-time allies such as India, recently saw a flurry of investment interest from entities including the Adani Group,

  • Tata Power inks deal with Bhutan firm to develop 5,000-MW clean energy capacity

    Tata group firm signed a strategic partnership with DGPC, which is a subsidiary of Druk Holding and Investments Limited, the sole generation utility in the Himalayan country

  • Reliance Power, Reliance Infra stocks surge upto 5% as group forays into Bhutan

    The two Reliance-group companies will execute renewable energy projects in Bhutan in a joint venture with the commercial and investment arm of the Royal Government of Bhutan, Druk Holding and Investments.

  • India deserves permanent UNSC seat: Bhutan

    During the 79th UN General Assembly, Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay emphasized that India's substantial economic growth and leadership within the Global South merit a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.

  • Bhutan Welcomes All: No cap on tourists visiting the Kingdom

    Bhutan to welcome unlimited tourists, confirms Carissa Nimah, Bhutan Tourism's CMO. Despite the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), Bhutan’s 'High Value, Low Volume' policy promotes environmental sustainability while offering a unique travel experience.

  • India agrees to positively consider providing Rs 1,500 crore economic stimulus to Bhutan

  • 5 ideal Indian and international destinations for a rejuvenating holiday

    Bookmark this guide for when you need a break from daily life

  • Where in India and abroad to go camping?

    These are the 6 best Indian and international destinations for a getaway amid nature.

  • PM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan

    On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bhutanese colleague Tshering Tobgay opened a modern hospital built with Indian help, which will serve as a bright example of India-Bhutan development cooperation.

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