Bhutan
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5.6 magnitude earthquake hits Bhutan, tremors felt across Northeast India
World | Jun 08, 2026, 12:00 AM ISTThe epicentre was located about 252 kilometres from parts of Assam, and tremors were felt in several northeastern states, including Assam and Meghalaya.
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Sonam Yeshey of Bhutan creates world record, becomes first ever player to pick 8 wickets in a T20I
Cricket | Dec 29, 2025, 11:57 AM ISTBhutan bowler Sonam Yeshey returned with magical figures of 8/7 in four overs against Myanmar in the third T20I. He became the first bowler to do so in a T20 game, men or women, international or otherwise, even as seven wickets have been picked by four players in Men's T20 cricket.
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5 visa-free countries near India you can fly to in under 3 hours
Lifestyle | Nov 17, 2025, 02:46 PM ISTLooking for a quick international getaway? Here are five countries Indian travellers can visit with no visa and a flight time of around three hours. From Bhutan and Nepal to the Maldives, Sri Lanka and Thailand, enjoy easy borders, short flights and stress-free travel.
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PM Modi in Bhutan: PM and Bhutan King Namgyel Wangchuck Inaugurate Kalachakra Abhishek in Thimphu
Originals | Nov 12, 2025, 03:17 PM ISTPM Modi in Bhutan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, inaugurated the sacred Kalachakra Abhishek ceremony in Thimphu, marking a new chapter in the deep spiritual and cultural ties between India and Bhutan.
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PM Modi meets Bhutan's fourth King Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck | Video
World | Nov 12, 2025, 10:25 AM ISTA major highlight of PM Modi's visit was the solemn and heartfelt reception accorded to the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha brought from India, an event that coincided with both the Global Peace Prayer Festival and the celebration of Bhutan’s Fourth King’s birthday.
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PM Modi to visit Bhutan on November 11, bilateral meets and 1,020 MW hydroelectric project in focus
India | Nov 09, 2025, 12:01 AM ISTDuring the visit, PM Modi will hold talks with Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and the two leaders will together inaugurate the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu II Hydroelectric Project, a key joint initiative between the two countries.
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Top 10 places you should visit during your trip to Bhutan
Fashion & Lifestyle | Feb 11, 2025, 03:03 PM ISTBhutan is a picturesque country and the country attracts tourists from across the globe. It is home to several Buddhist monasteries. Along with it, the country also has national parks and is great if you want to go for hikes and treks. Here are some of the places that you should visit.
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Mahakumbh: King of Bhutan, CM Yogi Adityanath perform aarti at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Feb 04, 2025, 05:06 PM ISTBhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck visited the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj. After being welcomed by UP CM Yogi Adityanath, the King took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam and participated in puja and darshan at the sacred site.
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Massive earthquake in Tibet kills over hundred, causes widespread devastation | In Pics
World | Jan 07, 2025, 10:32 PM ISTWhile at least 126 were killed, nearly 188 were injured in the strong earthquake that shook the high-altitude region of Tibet autonomous region and Nepal. The tremors were also felt in India and Bhutan.
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma lands in Bhutan for 3-day visit: Talks to boost bilateral ties on agend
Assam | Dec 16, 2024, 05:38 PM ISTAssam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma begins a historic three-day visit to Bhutan to strengthen bilateral ties, attending Bhutan's National Day celebrations as a special guest.
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PM Modi meets Bhutanese counterpart Tshering Tobgay, calls Bhutan India's 'special friend'
India | Oct 22, 2024, 07:40 AM ISTApart from PM Modi, Bhutan's PM also met External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. He, along with Minister Puri took a ride on a green hydrogen-run bus in the national capital, in a message to sustainable mobility and a green future.
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Earthquake jolts parts of Assam, tremors felt up to Bhutan
Assam | Oct 13, 2024, 10:43 AM ISTThe earthquake was mild and was centred near Udalguri. The tremors were felt across Northeastern states including Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland. The tremors were also felt in neighbouring country Bhutan.
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'Relic of the past': Bhutan, Portugal support India's permanent membership of UN Security Council
World | Sep 28, 2024, 01:30 PM ISTBhutan PM Tshering Tobgay referred to the UN Security Council as a "relic of the past" that did not represent the current geopolitical landscape. India's long-time efforts for a permanent seat in the Council has received backing from the US, France and Britain as well.
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'Happy Independence Day': From Ukraine to Maldives, how world leaders wish India on its special day
World | Aug 15, 2024, 12:25 PM ISTIndia is celebrating its 78th Independence Day this Thursday. On this special occasion, numerous world leaders have sent their warm greetings to New Delhi and expressed their confidence in a promising future for the South Asian nation.
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BIMSTEC: India pitches for infusing new energies, EAM emphasises finding regional solutions itself
World | Jul 12, 2024, 12:06 AM ISTIndia has been making concerted efforts to make BIMSTEC a vibrant forum for regional cooperation as initiatives under SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) were not moving forward for a variety of reasons.
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Top leaders from India's neighbourhood grace swearing-in ceremony of PM Narendra Modi I IN PICS
World | Jun 10, 2024, 01:40 PM ISTTop leaders from India's neighbourhood and the Indian Ocean region including Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Sunday graced the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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'India will continue to work even...': This is what PM Modi tells world leaders after taking oath
World | Jun 10, 2024, 08:16 AM ISTPM Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy and 'SAGAR Vision'. He emphasised that in his third term, India will continue to work for the peace, progress and prosperity of the region in close partnership with the countries.
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India has grown spectacularly under PM Modi's leadership: Bhutan's Tobgay ahead of swearing-in event
World | Jun 09, 2024, 05:38 PM ISTNoting that India has made spectacular development in the last 10 years, Tobgay said foreign policy was India's strongest accomplishments under PM Modi. Tobgay is one of the distinguished leaders invited to India as Modi will take oath for a historic third term on Sunday.
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From Bangladesh to Sri Lankan PMs, these leaders are invited to PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony
World | Jun 06, 2024, 12:25 PM ISTBesides, Bangladesh and Sri Lankan PM, leaders of Bhutan, Mauritius, and Nepal are also expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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India's neighbouring Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutanese leaders congratulate PM Modi on victory of NDA
World | Jun 04, 2024, 10:31 PM ISTAs Narendra Modi is set to win a rare third term in office, India's neighbouring nations including Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Nepalese leaders took to social media, and congratulated him for NDA's victory.