Thai King and Queen pilot own plane to and from state visit
King Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida of Thailand piloted their own plane to and from their state visit to Bhutan. There was a pilot from Bhutan’s…
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King and Queen of Bhutan receive Thai counterparts
The King and Queen of Bhutan have received their Thai counterparts for a state visit. As a special gesture, they met King Maha Vajiralongkorn and…
King of Bhutan turns 45
The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar, turns 45 today. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck was born in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 21 February 1980 to King…
The King and Queen of Bhutan welcome in the new year with schoolchildren
The King and Queen of Bhutan have welcomed in the new year with schoolchildren from Thimpu, who recited Lolay, the traditional verses of good wishes….
King of Bhutan attends state funeral for India’s former PM
The King of Bhutan has attended the state funeral for India’s former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh. Dr. Manmohan Singh died on 26 December at…
IN PHOTOS: Bhutanese Royal Family celebrates National Day
The Bhutanese Royal Family marked their country’s 117th National Day on 17 December at Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu. King Jigme Khesar addressed his people at…
King of Bhutan offers prayers at religious sites in Kathmandu
The King of Bhutan has offered prayers at the Swayambhu and Boudha Stupas in Kathmandu. The King is travelling back to Bhutan following his official…
King and Queen of Bhutan on official visit to India
The King and Queen of Bhutan are on a two-day official visit to India. Upon arrival, Their Majesties were received by the External Affairs Minister,…
King Jigme Khesar visits Gyalsung Academies
King Jigme Khesar of Bhutan has visited the Gyalsung Academies in Gyalpozhing, Mongar and Pemathang, Samdrup Jongkhar. The King visited both academies on 16 November…
Queen Jetsun Pema opens new museum and cultural centre
Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan has opened a new museum and cultural centre. The Queen attended the consecration ceremony of the Wangduechhoeling Palace Museum and…