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Bhutan loses acres of forest to fire every year, raising concerns about the impact on biodiversity, climate, and the livelihoods of forest-dependent communities. The country witnessed an increasing number of forest fires for three consecutive years. According to the Department of Forests and Park Services, 99 per cent of forest fires are caused by human negligence. Despite countless fire prevention...

The prime minister has instructed vehicle dealers in Thimphu and Phuentsholing to refund customers for overcharged Green Tax within a month. The overcharged amount comes to around Nu 31 M. The prime minister said this during a meeting with the vehicle dealers yesterday. Tax officials found that 11 out of 38 dealers had overcharged customers while remitting lower amounts to...

Farmers in parts of Samdrup Jongkhar grow ginger as a key source of income. They will begin harvesting the rhizomes next month. However, not all farmers are looking forward to the harvest season. Ginger growers in Martshala Gewog are concerned about low yield due to the dying of ginger plants during the growing stage. Ten Gyaltshen in Martshala Gewog is...

Under the glow of the year’s first full moon, also known as the Wolf Moon, a group of youths came together for a better cause. They hosted a moon gazing event for the public for a nominal fee in the capital last night. The event was not just about the moon; it is where astronomy aligned with altruism. The proceeds...