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The country’s orange exporters are seeking to diversify their markets beyond Bangladesh and India, seeking better prices for their produce. The Industry, Commerce, and Employment Minister said Thailand could be a potential market. And the government is working to expand the market for local oranges. Orange exporters in the country have expressed dissatisfaction with the pricing they are receiving. However,...

In an effort to encourage better waste management practices and promote a circular economy, reverse vending machines have been installed at key locations under Gelephu Thromde. This was done as a pilot project to commemorate the National Day celebration last month. These machines turn waste materials into valuable resources, offering financial incentives to the public. The Reverse Vending Machines have...

While a few Bhutanese films have graced prestigious platforms like the Oscars, many remain relatively unknown, even within Bhutan. To bridge this gap and foster an understanding of cinema, the Bhutan InfoComm and Media Authority, BICMA conducted a five-day Film Appreciation Workshop. The initiative was aimed to enhance participants’ grasp of filmmaking as an art form, providing insights into analysis,...

It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction a reality. In Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre, individuals who once battled the grip of addiction are now embracing newfound skills and jobs. Tashi Tobgay and Sonam Tamang are rewriting their lives, leaving behind a past shadowed by addiction. 26-year-old Tashi Tobgay...