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Bhutan requires Nu 750 M over the next decade to protect its tiger population and strengthen conservation efforts. Under the Tiger Action Plan 2024–2033 launched last year, initiatives such as anti-poaching patrols, habitat preservation, human-tiger conflict management and community awareness programmes are being implemented. Last year, over Nu 46 M was allocated. Following the expiry of the 2018–2023 action plan,...

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...

As the film industry plays an important role in shaping language and cultural values, a comprehensive workshop is underway for proper usage of Dzongkha terms and Driglam Namzha. The initiative aims to refine language skills and etiquette among filmmakers. The training is being funded through the Economic Stimulus Programme. One of the trainers, Kinley Tshering said that the proper usage...

The Outreach Microsurgical Eye Camp is restoring eyesight to hundreds of Bhutanese who have lost their vision due to cataracts. The camp is currently underway in Gelephu. Of the 200 patients registered, more than 120 underwent cataract surgery on the first day of the three-day camp yesterday. One of them is 84-year-old Dhan Maya Tamang. She lost her eyesight over...