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Tenzin Yoedchenma Dorjee, a student of Yangchenphug Higher Secondary School in Thimphu, won the 17th Golden Youth Award 2025. She will receive a scholarship to continue her studies abroad. Her Majesty Queen Mother Tseyring Pem Wangchuck and Royal Family members graced the closing ceremony yesterday. Their Royal Highnesses Princess Chimi Yangzom Wangchuck, Princess Kesang Choden Wangchuck, and Prince Ugyen Jigme...

Every year, March 21st is observed as World Down Syndrome Day to raise awareness about this genetic condition. People with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome, which can cause developmental delays and potential physical and intellectual challenges. In the country, children with Down Syndrome from Paro and Thimphu joined the celebrations alongside parents and relevant organisations. While the government provides...

Farmers of Zhisarthang in Sarpang’s Singye Gewog are finally breathing a sigh of relief as their farmlands are being fenced with chainlink. For years, they have struggled with wild animals damaging their crops, forcing many to leave their fields fallow. Farmers have been growing paddy, vegetables, and areca nuts but it has been a constant battle. Wild boars, rabbits, deer,...

Last year, the country’s orange exports surged to nearly 20,000 metric tonnes, generating over Nu 760 M. This is an increase of more than 30 per cent compared to 2023. However, exporters faced challenges such as shortages of wooden boxes and double toll payments in India. According to Bhutan Trade Statistics, oranges were the country’s second most exported agricultural commodity....