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The Royal Bhutan Police have reported a slight increase in cases involving children in conflict with the law, with the majority of offences linked to substance abuse and alcohol. However, professionals emphasise that this rise should not be seen as children being inherently problematic but rather as an indicator of deeper underlying issues that require understanding and timely intervention. In...

Coinciding with the Traditional Day of Offering, the Dorji Lopen of the Central Monastic Body appointed the new kudrungs for Thimphu, Wangdue Phodrang and Paro. They were conferred dhar at the Punakha Dzong yesterday morning. 41-year-old Wangchuk Dorji from Bjena Gewog in Wangdue Phodrang is the new Kudrung Shar. Prior to his present post, he was the mask dance teacher...

Bhutan is making significant progress in its hydropower development, with several small, medium, and mega projects either under construction or in the pipeline. Three small hydropower projects are set for commissioning this year while works are underway to start construction for a medium and a mega project within the next three years. These projects are expected to enhance the country's...

Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma, residing in Paro, is a triumph at it. So, how does she do it? A lot of hard work, consistency, discipline, and perseverance. Besides, she has something extraordinary that keeps her going the extra mile. A piece of advice from...