Tag: Bhutan

South Asian Cities to Chart Paths for Climate Finance in GCoM Conference

South Asian Cities to Chart Paths for Climate Finance in GCoM Conference

Kathmandu, Nepal — Representatives from GCoM South Asia signatories in India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal,…

The Global Gender Gap Report, now in its 17th edition, benchmarks the evolution of gender-based gaps in four areas: economic participation and opportunity; educational attainment; health and survival; and political empowerment. It is the longest-standing index that tracks progress in closing these gaps since its inception in 2006. It also explores the impact of recent global shocks on the gender gap crisis in the labour market.

WEF report: India ranks 127 in Global gender index

NEW DELHI: The World Economic Forum’s annual Gender Gap Report, 2023 has ranked India at…

DISPUR, Assam: With continuous rain affecting the whole region of the North East, the flood situation in Assam is likely to worsen after Bhutan has released excess water from the Kurichhu Hydropower Plant reservoir in Kuricchu River. Rivers in lower Assam, the Kaladiya, and Pahumara Rivers are flowing above the danger level due to the release of excess water. A recent report released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) stated that the current floods have affected 37,535 people in 13 districts across the state. Around 25,275 individuals have been affected in the district of Lakhimpur alone. The state government has issued warnings and instructions over SMS and through TV alerting people about the weather and has set up 25 relief camps in seven districts.

Assam amidst flood havoc: Situation to worsen after Bhutan releases excess dam water

DISPUR, Assam: With continuous rain affecting the whole region of the North East, the flood…

India, Bhutan review development ties

India, Bhutan review development ties

NEW DELHI: In order to review their development partnership, India and Bhutan met virtually on…