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Despite Bhutan’s goal of boosting the digital economy to contribute USD 300M to GDP by 2029, the IT sector remains ineligible for loans under the Economic Stimulus Programme. The Finance Minister explained that ESP loans are focused on sectors that directly support production and import substitution, categorizing the IT sector as part of the excluded services. As of last month,...

Orange, a cash crop in Maenchhuna village in Dagana’s Drujeygang Gewog, have been hit hard by the Chinese citrus fly, leading to reduced yields. However, orange growers have now joined forces to find ways to protect citrus from pests. The Maenchhuna Citrus Fruit Fly Management Group, recently formed, ensures that dropped fruits are collected and disposed of, offering hope for...

Her Majesty the Queen Mother Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck joined the Lomba celebration at the Folk Heritage Museum in the capital, today. Lomba, an annual festival celebrated by the Parops and Haaps, marks the passing of the year and the onset of the New Year. It is observed for at least five days. Her Majesty wished everyone a happy Lomba and...

While a few Bhutanese films have graced prestigious platforms like the Oscars, many remain relatively unknown, even within Bhutan. To bridge this gap and foster an understanding of cinema, the Bhutan InfoComm and Media Authority, BICMA conducted a five-day Film Appreciation Workshop. The initiative was aimed to enhance participants’ grasp of filmmaking as an art form, providing insights into analysis,...