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Centuries-old Londha festival in Dagana celebrates life, tradition and community
Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
RSPN’s drone initiative offers new hope for White-bellied Heron conservation
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Breaking barriers in woodturning craft, Sangay Dolma’s journey of craftmanship
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
Young couple turns farming experience and training into thriving strawberry farming business, Dagana
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
Centuries-old house in Dagana : owner in dilemma over preservation and demolition
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
Youth embrace Dung and Jaling crafting skills for income in Pema Gatshel
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
From addiction to independence, Phuentshogling’s Happiness Centre helps rebuild lives
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
A centenarian’s recipe to longevity
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
Buddha Statue comes alive with Gerry Hofstetter’s light display
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗼 𝗧𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗮’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
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Government still working on mobile data reduction, no decision yet
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
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After four years, National Startup Weekend returns with fresh vision
After a four-year hiatus, National Startup Weekend began in Thimphu yesterday. It focuses on collaboration and development in emerging technologies for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs. The theme for the second edition of the event is, “Cultivating Conscious Innovation: Merging Emerging Technologies with Mindful Development Practices.” The four-day event started with the Startup Community Bootcamp to strengthen Bhutan’s innovation and entrepreneurship...
Umbrella sales skyrocket as thousands attend religious ceremony in sweltering heat, Gelephu
Making hay while the sun shines, shopkeepers in Gelephu are cashing in on the sweltering heat. With devotees arriving from across the country for the religious ceremony, the overcrowded tents have made umbrellas a must-have. As temperatures soar, the demand for umbrellas is growing, and shopkeepers are seizing the opportunity to meet the demand. Thousands are attending the ceremony, which...
Thimphu police seize around USD 9,500 counterfeit, two arrested
The Thimphu police have arrested two men aged between 30 and 50 in possession of fake U.S. dollars. Upon a tip-off, police arrested the two individuals last week and seized around USD 9,500 counterfeit. According to the police, the fake US currency is being supplied from the border areas. The police urge individuals, particularly business owners and those working in...
Bhutan embarks on first-ever airborne mineral exploration to uncover valuable minerals
Bhutan has started its first-ever airborne mineral exploration with the arrival of two specialised helicopters. The initiative aims to map the country's mineral resources, an undertaking that the Department of Geology and Mines says is long overdue. Unlike previous studies focused on industrial minerals such as dolomite, gypsum, and limestone, this exploration aims to uncover precious and base metals that...
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