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The health ministry’s first Nationwide Non-Communicable Diseases Screening Programme has screened 75 per cent of its target population of nearly 300,000 individuals aged 18 and above. Completed in December last year, the three-week initiative identified over 35,000 individuals at risk of various diseases. These individuals have been referred to nearby hospitals for further diagnosis and confirmation. More than 1,400 health...

There are numerous inquiries from car buyers following the government’s recent notification directing eleven car dealers to refund excess green tax charges to their customers. These dealerships, now responsible for processing the refunds, are encountering several complications caused by changes in vehicle ownership, outdated contact information, and alleged discrepancies in the amounts. While some have processed refunds, others are still...

A replica of Bodhgaya's Mahabodhi Temple in India will be constructed in Gelephu. His Holiness the Je Khenpo led the Salang Tendrel or ground-breaking ceremony for the construction yesterday. Lam Tshering Wangdi will be taking the lead under the directives of His Holiness the Je Khenpo. The monument is expected to be a significant spiritual and cultural landmark in the...

Forest fires are a frequent occurrence in the country, particularly during the dry season between October and March. The fires are often triggered by a combination of dry weather, strong winds, and human activities, leading to the loss of acres of forest, destruction of homes, and disruption of ecosystems. Amid the destruction, growing concerns are being raised for the brave...