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After a six-year gap, the International Trade Fair is back in the capital. The five-day event, which began yesterday, showcases a wide range of handicrafts, household items, and garments from Nepal, India, and Bhutan. The event intends to help both international and local entrepreneurs expand their networks and foster economic growth. With nearly 150 stalls, including around 70 from India,...

To improve early detection and prevent the spread of diseases in the country, the health ministry has installed a thermal scanner system at Paro International Airport. The system will quickly detect travellers with fever, a common symptom of diseases such as COVID-19, Ebola and Monkeypox. The system was inaugurated today. The thermal scanner, Sentry MK-4, checks passengers for high temperatures...

If you are a sports coach or aspire to become one, look no further than the newly inaugurated National Coaching Academy in Thimphu to build your skills. His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck opened the facility today at the Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) campus. The National Coaching Academy will be used as a training and development centre for foundational...

With economic development and rapid urbanisation, wastewater management has become a growing challenge globally, according to the UN-Water. In Bhutan, wastewater is polluting rivers, affecting both human health and ecosystems. During the PLEASE Project Waste Symposium in Thimphu, researchers and experts presented innovative solutions to address waste pollution. From improper disposal of untreated wastewater from households, industries, and businesses to...