Bhutan has enough vaccines, says PM Lotay Tshering
The Hindu
In a first, Himalayan nation has accepted donations from U.S., China.
has received enough vaccines to complete inoculation of its adult population, said its Prime Minister Lotay Tshering on July 13, announcing that the country will have more than a million doses by the year-end, including, in a first, and China, two countries Bhutan does not have diplomatic relations with. , the Himalayan nation with a population of about 5,50,000 eligible for vaccination is receiving its second dose of Astra Zeneca vaccines from the European Union, after due to the second wave of the pandemic. “With more countries coming forward with similar commitments, Bhutan has informed them of the vaccine sufficiency for now…However, the request for the need for future booster doses has been conveyed,” Mr. Tshering said in a statement released by the Royal Government of Bhutan’s PMO.
A federal judge weighing the merits of the Pentagon’s designation of rising Silicon Valley star Anthropic as a security threat repeatedly questioned the government’s reasons for vilifying the company
When the conflict in West Asia, which began with the U.S. and Israel’s attack on Iran on February 28, escalated into a regional war, analysts said that the war would last as long as Iran had missiles or until the Gulf nations ran out of interceptors. However, with “emergency” military sales, piling monetary costs and a strained supply chain, is the U.S. becoming too constrained in its effort to keep the war going — both militarily and monetarily?
U.S.-Israel war on Iran LIVE: Follow The Hindu for updates on the West Asia conflict on March 25, 2026
Jair Bolsonaro to serve his sentence at home due to health issues, monitored by police, with a review in 90 days.
A New Mexico jury finds Meta liable for harming children's mental health, marking a significant shift in accountability for tech companies.
Modi and Dissanayake discuss energy cooperation, West Asia conflict, and global supply chain disruptions in a recent phone call.
Russia launches a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, signaling the potential beginning of a spring offensive.
U.S. official Elbridge Colby emphasizes India's vital role in the Indo-Pacific, highlighting mutual benefits despite existing differences.
Philippine President Marcos declares national energy emergency amid Middle East conflict, ensuring fuel and essential goods supply stability.
Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr appointed as Iran's new security chief, succeeding Ali Larijani after his assassination.
Israel plans to occupy southern Lebanon amid escalating violence, targeting Hezbollah and causing widespread destruction and civilian casualties.
Trump reveals Secretary Hegseth was pivotal in discussing military action against Iran amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Iran arrests 466 individuals for online activities threatening national security amid ongoing tensions with Israel and the U.S.