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Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
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Tsirang’s long-awaited indoor multi-sports hall nears completion
The long-delayed indoor multi-sports hall in Tsirang’s Damphu town is finally taking shape. With about 95 per cent of the work completed, the hall is expected to be ready within the next two months. Sports enthusiasts in the district eagerly await a new space to train, compete, and enjoy a variety of indoor sports. The construction firm has yet to...
Tennis resumes in Samtse after five-year hiatus
After a five-year gap, tennis is making a comeback in Samtse. The Bhutan Tennis Federation in collaboration with the Samtse District Sports Association, has resumed the mini tennis program, allowing young enthusiasts to reconnect with the sport. Nearly 50 children are participating in the programme, rekindling hopes for the growth of tennis in the region. This tennis court at the...
Bhutanese Karate team secures 21 medals at first Sikkim Open International Karate Championship 2025
The Bhutanese Karate team has secured four gold, nine silver, and eight bronze medals at the first Sikkim Open International Karate Championship 2025 in India. The team, consisting of 16 karatekas, competed against more than 500 participants. The Bhutanese athletes participated in both the Kumite and Kata categories. The majority of the medals came from the Kumite category. Riya Subba...
Gelephu’s long-awaited vegetable market shed ready for vendors
Vegetable vendors in Gelephu are all smiles as the long-awaited market shed is finally complete after several delays. The new facility can accommodate over a hundred vendors. The vendors will move to the new shed by next week. Laytshog Lopon Sangay Dorji and GMC Governor, Dasho Dr Lotay Tshering, recently inaugurated the newly constructed vegetable market shed. The new market...
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