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Bhutan prepares to welcome King and Queen of Thailand on state visit
Preparations to welcome Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida of Thailand are in full swing. Their Majesties will...
Centuries-old Londha festival in Dagana celebrates life, tradition and community
Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
RSPN’s drone initiative offers new hope for White-bellied Heron conservation
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
Centuries-old house in Dagana : owner in dilemma over preservation and demolition
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
Youth embrace Dung and Jaling crafting skills for income in Pema Gatshel
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
From addiction to independence, Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre helps rebuild lives
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
A centenarian’s recipe to longevity
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
Buddha Statue comes alive with Gerry Hofstetter’s light display
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
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Capacity building training prepares women for future elections
To shatter cultural and social barriers that have long kept them from leadership roles, 20 young and determined women from...
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Bhutan’s Medical Relief Team deployed for quake-hit Myanmar returns after 18 days
The first group of Bhutan’s 87-member Medical Relief Team returned home today after completing an 18-day humanitarian mission in Myanmar. The Prime Minister, along with Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army, Lt. General Batoo Tshering, and several senior officials, received the 51-member group at Paro International Airport and thanked them for their service. The deployment was commanded by...
Firewood consumption declines in Merak, Trashigang after electrification
For generations, the people of Merak in Trashigang have relied heavily on firewood for cooking and keeping warm during the harsh winters. But since the village was electrified in late 2011, firewood consumption has seen a steady decline. Today, many households use electrical appliances and gas cylinders for their daily needs. According to records maintained by the Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary...
Permanent bridge under construction, Sukraty residents hope to end monsoon isolation, Samtse
A long-standing issue of connectivity facing the residents of Sukraty in Samtse is finally being addressed. A 5.5-meter-wide multi-cell box culvert, set to serve as a permanent concrete bridge, is under construction over the Sukraty River, bringing much-needed hope to villagers who are often cut off during the monsoon season. The Sukraty River may look harmless now. But during monsoon,...
Private helicopter company Heli Bhutan inaugurates aircraft, set to begin flights next month
Marking a milestone in Bhutan’s aviation sector, the country’s first-ever private helicopter company called the Heli Bhutan, inaugurated its aircraft in Thimphu. The H-125 helicopter is set to take to the skies next month. The company’s helipad and its head office are located at Ramtokto in Thimphu. The H-125 helicopter is a versatile high-altitude aircraft made in France. It can...
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