Taking a look at Queen Jetsun Pema as she celebrates her 35th birthday
The youngest current Queen consort is the Queen of Bhutan, born Jetsun Pema. She was born on 4 June 1990 as the daughter of Dhondup…
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King of Bhutan awarded honorary doctorate
The King of Bhutan has been awarded an honorary doctorate. The King received it from the Chiba Institute of Technology in Japan. They cited his…
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…
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,…