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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...
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...
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...
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...
𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗼 𝗧𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
Turning passion into profit: Pema Gatshel man crafts future for traditional archery
In Pema Gatshel’s Shumar Gewog, the sound of bamboo being carved into bows and arrows echoes a story of tradition...
Trans women face hurdles in reporting violence
Violence and discrimination against transgender individuals remain widespread despite legal and social progress. Studies show that transgender people are over...
Laya’s youth uphold tradition by crafting the iconic Zhamu hat
Bhutan's strength lies not in its economy or technology but in its unique culture and traditions. This soft power has...
Pema Gatshel’s first beekeeper’s business thriving
Beekeeping is becoming a sustainable source of income in various parts of the country. In Pema Gatshel, a man in...
Remembering Lyonpo Yeshey Zimba, his legacy and contributions
Lyonpo Yeshey Zimba, one of the longest-serving Members of Parliament passed away at 74 on Monday. The late Lyonpo served...
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RCSC defends PME category, proposes targeted support for civil servants
The Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) indicated that it is exploring alternative support measures for civil servants classified under the...
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Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies launches Kurtöp-Dzongkha-English Dictionary
The Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies has launched a Kurtöp-Dzongkha-English Dictionary. The book was developed to promote and preserve the regional dialect, spoken in Kurtoed, Gangzur and Maenbi Gewogs in Lhuentse. The dictionary aims to deepen the understanding of the Kurtöp dialect and encourage its usage among younger generations. The 319-page dictionary contains Kurtöp words in Dzongkha and English...
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 it crumbles under the weight of time, its owner faces a difficult choice: preserve the ancient structure filled with sacred artefacts or risk dismantling it, despite the community's warnings of misfortune. The four-storied traditional mud house is in Gibsa. Once...
Six kilometres of Jangwakha-Sewla farm road to be blacktopped
Good road connectivity is a boon for farmers, but the lack of it can be detrimental. This is the situation facing the people of Jangwakha-Sewla in Punakha. Over a decade and a half ago, a farm road was cleared bringing benefits to the farmers in the Chiwog. Many took up commercial vegetable farming, with some even expanding their businesses. Today,...
Bhutanese players defeated in ITF Asia 14 and Under Development Championships 2025
The Bhutanese duo of Kuendhen Rigsel Dorjee and Kelzang Lhatsho Tshering lost to their Pakistani opponents in the second round of the ITF Asia 14 and Under Development Championships 2025 in Sri Lanka. They competed in the boys’ and girls’ singles categories respectively. After their defeats in the main draw, both of them faced opponents from Nepal in the consolation...
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