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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India releases second tranche of ?500 crore to Bhutan - The HinduIndia releases second tranche of ?500 crore to Bhutan  The Hindu

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India releases second tranche of Rs 500 crore to Bhutan - Press Trust of IndiaIndia releases second tranche of Rs 500 crore to Bhutan  Press Trust of India

Bhutan plays the India-China game - Deccan HeraldBhutan plays the India-China game  Deccan Herald

Bhutan: Access to religious places gets easier with Druk Neykor programme; here’s all about it - The Times of IndiaBhutan: Access to religious places gets easier with Druk Neykor programme; here’s all about it  The Times of India

Northeastern View | In the face of Chinese ingress, India holds Bhutan tight - Hindustan TimesNortheastern View | In the face of Chinese ingress, India holds Bhutan tight  Hindustan Times

The India-Bhutan story: India understands the urgency and needs of its neighbour - The Financial ExpressThe India-Bhutan story: India understands the urgency and needs of its neighbour  The Financial Express

PM Modi steals the show at Bhutan King's special family dinner at Lingkana Palace I PICS - India TV News
  1. PM Modi steals the show at Bhutan King's special family dinner at Lingkana Palace I PICS  India TV News
  2. In photo: PM Modi attends special dinner hosted by Bhutan King | The Times of India  The Times of India
  3. Outcomes of PM Modi's Trip Indicate the Importance of Indo-Bhutan Ties  The Quint


PM Modi's Adorable Pics With Junior Bhutan Royals At Dinner During Recent Trip - NDTVPM Modi's Adorable Pics With Junior Bhutan Royals At Dinner During Recent Trip  NDTV

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Bhutan launches Druk Neykor programme - Daijiworld.comBhutan launches Druk Neykor programme  Daijiworld.com

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The India-Bhutan story: India understands the urgency and needs of its neighbour - Observer Research FoundationThe India-Bhutan story: India understands the urgency and needs of its neighbour  Observer Research Foundation

Unbreakable: On India-Bhutan ties - The HinduUnbreakable: On India-Bhutan ties  The Hindu

India–Bhutan Relations after Prime Ministerial Visits | Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses - Institute for Defence Studies and AnalysesIndia–Bhutan Relations after Prime Ministerial Visits | Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses  Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay lauds PM Modi for visiting: 'Must be Modi Ka Guarantee' | Mint - MintBhutan PM Tshering Tobgay lauds PM Modi for visiting: 'Must be Modi Ka Guarantee' | Mint  Mint

Is India’s billion-dollar aid to Bhutan aimed at curbing China’s influence? - South China Morning PostIs India’s billion-dollar aid to Bhutan aimed at curbing China’s influence?  South China Morning Post

Express View on PM Modi in Bhutan: India’s Bhutan model - The Indian ExpressExpress View on PM Modi in Bhutan: India’s Bhutan model  The Indian Express

India, Bhutan explore setting up of new hydropower projects - The Economic TimesIndia, Bhutan explore setting up of new hydropower projects  The Economic Times

PM Modi inaugurates women and child hospital in Thimphu, concludes Bhutan visit - Hindustan TimesPM Modi inaugurates women and child hospital in Thimphu, concludes Bhutan visit  Hindustan Times

Honored by King of Bhutan's personal send-off at airport, says PM Modi - The Times of IndiaHonored by King of Bhutan's personal send-off at airport, says PM Modi  The Times of India

Poll-Bound Modi Visits Bhutan for Award Announced in 2021, Govt Hard Sells His 'Global' Leadership - The WirePoll-Bound Modi Visits Bhutan for Award Announced in 2021, Govt Hard Sells His 'Global' Leadership  The Wire

PM meets with His Majesty the King of Bhutan - PM IndiaPM meets with His Majesty the King of Bhutan  PM India

India sends 2nd tranche of INR/Nu 5 bn to Bhutan for infrastructure project - Business StandardIndia sends 2nd tranche of INR/Nu 5 bn to Bhutan for infrastructure project  Business Standard

PM Modi dedicates Bhutan's highest civilian award to ‘140 crore people of India’, says ‘India-Bhutan ties will…’ | Mint - MintPM Modi dedicates Bhutan's highest civilian award to ‘140 crore people of India’, says ‘India-Bhutan ties will…’ | Mint  Mint

Bhutan's 3 special gestures during PM Modi's visit - The Times of IndiaBhutan's 3 special gestures during PM Modi's visit  The Times of India

What PM Modi Said After Bhutan King's "Special Gesture" At Airport - NDTVWhat PM Modi Said After Bhutan King's "Special Gesture" At Airport  NDTV

PM Modi Bhutan Visit Live Update: Honored by King of Bhutan's personal send-off at airport, says PM Modi - The Times of IndiaPM Modi Bhutan Visit Live Update: Honored by King of Bhutan's personal send-off at airport, says PM Modi  The Times of India

PM Modi arrives in Bhutan, to receive highest civilian award | Mint - MintPM Modi arrives in Bhutan, to receive highest civilian award | Mint  Mint

'Modi Ki Guarantee': Bhutan PM thanks 'brother' Narendra Modi for visiting - India Today'Modi Ki Guarantee': Bhutan PM thanks 'brother' Narendra Modi for visiting  India Today

PM Modi Bhutan Visit: Modi arrives in Paro, to receive Bhutan’s highest civilian award - The HinduPM Modi Bhutan Visit: Modi arrives in Paro, to receive Bhutan’s highest civilian award  The Hindu

PM Modi conferred with Bhutan’s highest civilian award: What is ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’ - The Indian ExpressPM Modi conferred with Bhutan’s highest civilian award: What is ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’  The Indian Express

Unseen moments from Bhutan king's private dinner hosted for PM Modi at Lingkana Palace - The Economic TimesUnseen moments from Bhutan king's private dinner hosted for PM Modi at Lingkana Palace  The Economic Times

PM Modi arrives in India after concluding two-day Bhutan visit - Hindustan TimesPM Modi arrives in India after concluding two-day Bhutan visit  Hindustan Times

PM Modi becomes first foreign head to be bestowed with Bhutan’s highest civilian award ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’ | Mint - MintPM Modi becomes first foreign head to be bestowed with Bhutan’s highest civilian award ‘Order of the Druk Gyalpo’ | Mint  Mint

Top Events on March 23: PM Modi on Bhutan tour, Arvind Kejriwal in ED custody, Bihar Class 12 board results, and more | Mint - MintTop Events on March 23: PM Modi on Bhutan tour, Arvind Kejriwal in ED custody, Bihar Class 12 board results, and more | Mint  Mint

Modi announces ?10k crore support for Bhutan over next 5 years - Hindustan TimesModi announces ?10k crore support for Bhutan over next 5 years  Hindustan Times

PM Modi receives warm tribute with traditional Gujarati ‘Garba’ dance in Bhutan — watch video | Mint - MintPM Modi receives warm tribute with traditional Gujarati ‘Garba’ dance in Bhutan — watch video | Mint  Mint

Order of the Druk Gyalpo: PM Modi receives Bhutan’s highest civilian honour - The Times of IndiaOrder of the Druk Gyalpo: PM Modi receives Bhutan’s highest civilian honour  The Times of India

PM arrives in Bhutan | Prime Minister of India - PM IndiaPM arrives in Bhutan | Prime Minister of India  PM India

PM Modi Receives Bhutan's Highest Civilian Award 'Order Of The Druk Gyalpo' - NDTVPM Modi Receives Bhutan's Highest Civilian Award 'Order Of The Druk Gyalpo'  NDTV

The Eastern Window: Modi tries to wean Bhutan away from China - MoneycontrolThe Eastern Window: Modi tries to wean Bhutan away from China  Moneycontrol

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns to India after his two-day state visit to Bhutan - The Economic TimesPrime Minister Narendra Modi returns to India after his two-day state visit to Bhutan  The Economic Times

Joint Vision Statement on India – Bhutan Energy Partnership - PM IndiaJoint Vision Statement on India – Bhutan Energy Partnership  PM India

Modi wins Bhutan award: List of all international State honours PM has won - Business StandardModi wins Bhutan award: List of all international State honours PM has won  Business Standard

PM Modi cancels visit to Bhutan due to inclement weather - The HinduPM Modi cancels visit to Bhutan due to inclement weather  The Hindu

Bilateral meeting of PM with PM of Bhutan and Exchange of MoUs - PM IndiaBilateral meeting of PM with PM of Bhutan and Exchange of MoUs  PM India

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Bhutan for two-day visit - Hindustan TimesPM Narendra Modi arrives in Bhutan for two-day visit  Hindustan Times

PM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan - The HinduPM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan  The Hindu

PM Modi conferred Bhutan’s highest civilian honour, becomes 1st foreign head to receive it - Hindustan TimesPM Modi conferred Bhutan’s highest civilian honour, becomes 1st foreign head to receive it  Hindustan Times

PM Modi attends special dinner hosted by Bhutan King| Photos - Hindustan TimesPM Modi attends special dinner hosted by Bhutan King| Photos  Hindustan Times

India and Bhutan Exploring Opportunities For Additional Hydropower Projects - Elets eGov - EletsIndia and Bhutan Exploring Opportunities For Additional Hydropower Projects - Elets eGov  Elets

Bhutan King praises PM Modi's leadership, credits him for India's promising future - FirstpostBhutan King praises PM Modi's leadership, credits him for India's promising future  Firstpost

Amid Picturesque Landscape, PM Modi's Bhutan Visit Ends With 'Another Special Gesture' | Here's How & Other - News18Amid Picturesque Landscape, PM Modi's Bhutan Visit Ends With 'Another Special Gesture' | Here's How & Other  News18

PM Modi inaugurates Bhutan hospital built with India aid | India News - The Times of IndiaPM Modi inaugurates Bhutan hospital built with India aid | India News  The Times of India

PM Modi to visit Bhutan from March 22-23, 2024 - Narendra ModiPM Modi to visit Bhutan from March 22-23, 2024  Narendra Modi

Bhutan PM Tobgay’s India visit to focus on bilateral pacts, development and connectivity projects - The HinduBhutan PM Tobgay’s India visit to focus on bilateral pacts, development and connectivity projects  The Hindu

Bhutan King hosts PM Modi for private dinner with family at Lingkana Palace - India Today - India TodayBhutan King hosts PM Modi for private dinner with family at Lingkana Palace - India Today  India Today

Assam: Bhutan king visits International Border Trade Centre in Dhubri - India Today NEAssam: Bhutan king visits International Border Trade Centre in Dhubri  India Today NE

'Bade bhai': PM Modi receives warm welcome in Bhutan by counterpart Tshering Tobgay - The Times of India'Bade bhai': PM Modi receives warm welcome in Bhutan by counterpart Tshering Tobgay  The Times of India

India-Bhutan Bilateral Ties Strengthened Through Rail Link Agreement - Logistics InsiderIndia-Bhutan Bilateral Ties Strengthened Through Rail Link Agreement  Logistics Insider

King of Bhutan hosts PM Modi at Lingkana Palace for private dinner during state visit | See pics - India TV NewsKing of Bhutan hosts PM Modi at Lingkana Palace for private dinner during state visit | See pics  India TV News

'I Dedicate It To 140 Crore Indians': PM Modi Becomes First Foreign Leader To Receive Bhutan's Top Civilian - News18'I Dedicate It To 140 Crore Indians': PM Modi Becomes First Foreign Leader To Receive Bhutan's Top Civilian  News18

PM Modi in Bhutan: Why the visit matters amid growing China threat - FirstpostPM Modi in Bhutan: Why the visit matters amid growing China threat  Firstpost

India and Bhutan's move towards hydropower revolution - Manufacturing Today IndiaIndia and Bhutan's move towards hydropower revolution  Manufacturing Today India

PM Narendra Modi leaves for India after fruitful two-day visit to Bhutan - Business StandardPM Narendra Modi leaves for India after fruitful two-day visit to Bhutan  Business Standard

PM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan - The Times of IndiaPM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan  The Times of India

PM Modi's visit to Bhutan postponed, new dates being worked out: MEA - The Times of IndiaPM Modi's visit to Bhutan postponed, new dates being worked out: MEA  The Times of India

PM Modi backs Brand Bhutan as India doubles assistance; Bharat & Bhutan to cooperate on national interest - The Times of IndiaPM Modi backs Brand Bhutan as India doubles assistance; Bharat & Bhutan to cooperate on national interest  The Times of India

PM Modi becomes first non-Bhutanese to receive 'Order of the Druk Gyalpo', Bhutan's highest civilian award - India TV NewsPM Modi becomes first non-Bhutanese to receive 'Order of the Druk Gyalpo', Bhutan's highest civilian award  India TV News

India, Bhutan Ink Strategic Pacts, Establishment Of Rail Links Soon - NDTVIndia, Bhutan Ink Strategic Pacts, Establishment Of Rail Links Soon  NDTV

PM Modi concludes his 2-day Bhutan visit - Hindustan TimesPM Modi concludes his 2-day Bhutan visit  Hindustan Times

PM Modi's 2-Day Bhutan Visit Postponed Due To Inclement Weather - NDTVPM Modi's 2-Day Bhutan Visit Postponed Due To Inclement Weather  NDTV

It's ‘Modi Ki Guarantee’! Bhutan PM thanks Narendra Modi for visiting - Hindustan TimesIt's ‘Modi Ki Guarantee’! Bhutan PM thanks Narendra Modi for visiting  Hindustan Times

With Bhutan’s Gelephu project in mind, India to double assistance to ?10,000 crore for next 5 years - The HinduWith Bhutan’s Gelephu project in mind, India to double assistance to ?10,000 crore for next 5 years  The Hindu

Prime Minister arrives in Bhutan - Narendra ModiPrime Minister arrives in Bhutan  Narendra Modi

India's Modi Visits Bhutan, Amid Concern About China Border Deal - BloombergIndia's Modi Visits Bhutan, Amid Concern About China Border Deal  Bloomberg

Cabinet approves signing of an MoU between India and Bhutan on co-operation in the field of Energy Efficiency and ... - PM IndiaCabinet approves signing of an MoU between India and Bhutan on co-operation in the field of Energy Efficiency and ...  PM India

Cabinet approves signing of an Agreement between India and Bhutan in the area of Food Safety - PM IndiaCabinet approves signing of an Agreement between India and Bhutan in the area of Food Safety  PM India

PM Modi Unveils Indian Funded Modern Hospital in Bhutan - The Financial ExpressPM Modi Unveils Indian Funded Modern Hospital in Bhutan  The Financial Express

Bhutanese King Hosts Prime Minister Narendra Modi For Private Dinner: Images Inside - India.comBhutanese King Hosts Prime Minister Narendra Modi For Private Dinner: Images Inside  India.com

Ties that epitomise India’s neighbourhood first policy - The HinduTies that epitomise India’s neighbourhood first policy  The Hindu

Private Dinner By King To Highest Civilian Award, Bhutan's Special Gestures For PM Modi - NDTVPrivate Dinner By King To Highest Civilian Award, Bhutan's Special Gestures For PM Modi  NDTV

Modi visits Bhutan to shore up India's position amid Chinese outreach - Nikkei AsiaModi visits Bhutan to shore up India's position amid Chinese outreach  Nikkei Asia

PM Modi's adorable pics with Bhutan King's children at special dinner - India TodayPM Modi's adorable pics with Bhutan King's children at special dinner  India Today

Prime Minister meets with His Majesty the King of Bhutan - Narendra ModiPrime Minister meets with His Majesty the King of Bhutan  Narendra Modi

PM Modi Arrives In Bhutan For 2-Day Tour, To Hold Talks With King - NDTVPM Modi Arrives In Bhutan For 2-Day Tour, To Hold Talks With King  NDTV

PM Modi-Tshering Tobgay hold bilateral talks as India-Bhutan ink six agreements - Hindustan TimesPM Modi-Tshering Tobgay hold bilateral talks as India-Bhutan ink six agreements  Hindustan Times

Bhutanese youngsters perform on traditional Garba song written by PM Modi to welcome him - The Times of IndiaBhutanese youngsters perform on traditional Garba song written by PM Modi to welcome him  The Times of India

India-Bhutan MoUs Enhance Rail Links - Construction WorldIndia-Bhutan MoUs Enhance Rail Links  Construction World

What Modi’s Bhutan visit tells us about China’s influence in the neighbourhood - The Times of IndiaWhat Modi’s Bhutan visit tells us about China’s influence in the neighbourhood  The Times of India

"Honour For 140 Crore Indians": PM Modi On Bhutan's Highest Civilian Award - NDTV"Honour For 140 Crore Indians": PM Modi On Bhutan's Highest Civilian Award  NDTV

PM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan - Daily ExcelsiorPM Modi inaugurates modern hospital built with Indian assistance in Bhutan  Daily Excelsior

PM Modi wraps up Bhutan visit with state-of-the-art Indian funded hospital inauguration - The Times of IndiaPM Modi wraps up Bhutan visit with state-of-the-art Indian funded hospital inauguration  The Times of India

Reinforcing our ties with Bhutan - Dhaka TribuneReinforcing our ties with Bhutan  Dhaka Tribune

Bhutan recognizes WHO Regional Director, confers gold medal at National Day - World Health Organization (WHO)Bhutan recognizes WHO Regional Director, confers gold medal at National Day  World Health Organization (WHO)

Bilateral meeting of Prime Minister with Prime Minister of Bhutan and Exchange of MoUs - Narendra ModiBilateral meeting of Prime Minister with Prime Minister of Bhutan and Exchange of MoUs  Narendra Modi

Joint Statement on the State Visit of Prime Minister of India to Bhutan - Narendra ModiJoint Statement on the State Visit of Prime Minister of India to Bhutan  Narendra Modi

PM Modi Conferred Bhutan's Highest Civilian Honour: Order of the Druk Gyalpo - Deccan ChroniclePM Modi Conferred Bhutan's Highest Civilian Honour: Order of the Druk Gyalpo  Deccan Chronicle

Bhutan launches pilgrimage travel programme 'Druk Neykor' - Travel Trade JouurnalBhutan launches pilgrimage travel programme 'Druk Neykor'  Travel Trade Jouurnal

PM Modi concludes two-day state visit to Bhutan; cements bilateral ties - The Indian ExpressPM Modi concludes two-day state visit to Bhutan; cements bilateral ties  The Indian Express

Assam: Mortar shells explode near Indo-Bhutan border, residents in panic - India Today NEAssam: Mortar shells explode near Indo-Bhutan border, residents in panic  India Today NE