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Two junior Bhutanese tennis players gearing up for the 2025 pre-qualifying tournament for the Junior Davis Cup under-16 in Malaysia. With 27 countries set to compete, these players are undergoing intensive training at the Bhutan Tennis Federation’s court in Changlingmithang. The weeklong tournament will begin from the 8th of next month. Khedrup Norbu Jurmi and Tshering Dorji, both 15, players...

The benefits of Yoga are evolving beyond physical welfare. An increasing number of studies suggest Yoga improves mental health. According to a latest international study, the ancient practice, which includes movement, meditation, and breathing techniques, has been shown to enhance brain function by increasing grey matter, important for mental processes including language, memory, learning, and decision-making. The study conducted by...

As is the case every winter, the river rafting business in Punakha has been facing a downturn this time around as well. The once-thriving business has slowed down due to shrinking river volumes and few tourists in winter. Some business operators say they often run at a loss during the winter months. Six firms run rafting businesses along the Phochhu...

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...