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With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data charges. The government is still working towards lowering data charges by half of the current rate or equivalent to the rates in India. This was one of the pledges made by the government during its election campaign. A sub-committee under...

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...

Smart agriculture technologies can make farming more attractive to out-of-school youths and farmers in rural areas while promoting resilience and sustainability in communities. To equip them with modern skills, a daylong training was held on 1st February at Chhudzom Gewog in Sarpang. The session introduced greenhouse and hydroponic farming to enhance productivity amid changing climates. The initiative aligns with Gelephu...

With Maha Shivaratri, a Hindu festival to honour the deity, Shiva, approaching, Tumdra Ami Ney in Chhukha is gearing up to welcome thousands of devotees. Phuentshogling Dungkhag allocates nearly Nu 100,000 annually for the construction of temporary routes and the safety of pilgrims. However, concerns are growing over these arrangements’ long-term sustainability and the safety of pilgrims. Every year, Phuentshogling...