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In the chronicles of Bhutanese history, one name stands as a beacon of vision, leadership, and unity: Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck. He is the founding father of the Wangchuck Dynasty. His ascension to the throne as the first king in 1907 marked a pivotal moment in the country’s journey towards modern governance and stability. As the country prepares to celebrate its...

The country’s rich traditional and cultural heritage will take centre stage as the country marks its 117th National Day on Tuesday. From traditional chipdrel procession to Tashi laybay, these vibrant performances reflect the nation's deep-rooted customs and values. These rich traditional ceremonies are being performed during important national events, but not many are aware of their origin and significance. In...

The Punatsangchu-II Hydroelectric Project has synchronised two units and integrated it with the national grid now. This means the two units have now transitioned from the construction phase to the power generation phase. The opening ceremony was held today coinciding with the 117th National Day. Energy and Natural Resources Minister Gem Tshering graced the opening event today inside the PHPA-II...

  Two Bhutanese scriptwriters won the National Script Development Grant (NSDG) on Sunday. The award comes with financial support to develop their ideas into film scripts. Out of 33 applicants, five finalists were selected. Launched in 2022, the initiative aims to improve narrative depth and technical skills. 25-year-old Sonam Zangmo from Monggar won one thousand dollars for her script “Tshozhi.”...