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In Monggar, commercial lemon farming is a rare sight. However, a farmer from Neykhang village is changing that. Agriculture officials said he is the only farmer cultivating seedless lemons on a large scale besides growing other fruits. 36-year-old Ugyen Tshewang has around 115 seedless lemon trees in around one acre of land. Before resigning, Ugyen worked as a driver with...

Phuentshogling town is getting a major facelift. The core town is undergoing redevelopment, with the thromde transforming the Zangdopelri area to enhance both aesthetics and visitor experience. The redevelopment is aimed at making the area up to the pedestrian terminal accessible only to pedestrians, gradually. The redevelopment is being carried out as part of the overall development of urban design...

Bhutan saw a surge in overseas employment in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with tourism and hospitality emerging as the leading employer. Women made up the majority with over 1,000 placements, reflecting a growing trend of women seeking jobs abroad. This is according to the Department of Employment and Entrepreneurship’s annual report. The growing demand for Bhutanese workers in the service...

Rice production in the country has been on the decline due to high labour demands, low financial returns, and market challenges. Many farmers struggle to sell their harvest at competitive prices, leading to financial losses and reduced interest in cultivation. In a bid to revive declining rice production, the Farm Machinery Corporation Limited will be making all 20 rice varieties...